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Dr. Jawahar Surisetti Creating a Robust Ecosystem of Educational Excellence My personal and professional goal is to create a University of Peace that will be a beacon for the strife- filled world and will create a robust ecosystem of peace, happiness, and a better nature.
access to a lower quality. In Continued Strive for ncreased educational the ?ield of education. This access promotes brought a whole new India, access and inclusivity Success I equality by giving dimension to his work and are challenges that Dr. In the ?irst phase of his Jawahar wishes to tackle. service in the government, people from diverse thought process. backgrounds an Dr. Jawahar's journey was Dr. Jawahar faced challenges opportunity to improve Rede?ining Inclusivity and marked by grit and related to lethargy and Educational Access determination despite performance not being their socio-economic status. It helps break down Dr. Jawahar's vision is to be facing challenges such as a rewarded. In the corporate lack of ?inancial resources world, he had to adapt to barriers based on gender, able to contribute in a large ethnicity, or socioeconomic way to the ?ield of social and an impoverished the breakneck speed of status, fostering a more education, where the effects background. When he execution. Despite these pursued his hospitality challenges, Dr. Jawahar inclusive society. are felt on a large scale by In his pursuit to make the population that needs it education, he struggled with persevered and continued society more inclusive with the most. English and experienced a to strive for success in his culture shock as a small- career. better educational access, The mission is to make Dr. Jawahar Surisetti has available all the skills and town boy in Kolkata. He also He improved his English transformedcountless lives. resources in his hand to faced challenges from a peer and communication skills group that was ahead in all by conversing with his His inspiring journey is a make the lives of children ray of hope for every who either do not have criteria while he struggled peers, leaving aside any individual dreaming of an access to education or have for survival. ridicule or smirking. ideal society. Dr. Jawahar Surisetti was a high-?lying corporate leader at the helm of conglomerate affairs. He learned leadership skills, accountability, team building, and time management on the mean Dr. Jawahar Surisetti streets of Mumbai. However, TEDx Speaker, the dearth of a forward- looking leader in education Advisor to Government, motivated him to enter this Bestselling Author ?ield. So, after two decades at the top, Dr. Jawahar decided to put his vision and leadership skills into
attention to execution. He is New Indian Express in 2018 He is a ?irm believer in the Dr. Jawahar quickly learned a skilled leader who clearly among 'The People to Watch importance of gathering as survival skills in the world outlines the roles and Out For,' he was featured many perspectives and of opportunities. In his ?irst responsibilities of each with the likes of Yogi ideas as possible before phase in government, he team member or individual Adityanath, Kamal Hassan, making a decision. This saw that all burden would involved in the project. He and Anirudh Ravichander approach allows him to be put on the one who then monitors and guides and was named Pundit of carefully consider all performed best. Dr. Jawahar the team through the Policy. options and choose the best took this as an opportunity process, providing NYT Da Vinci Innovator of course of action for the to learn more and as a intermittent support and the Year by the New York given situation. stamp of approval on the guidance as needed. Times was another In his planning process, quality of his work. prestigious award he Dr. Jawahar takes the time A Skilled and Respected received. It was bestowed to listen to a wide range of Embracing Innovation Leader for the Think Curriculum, an views and ideas. He Dr. Jawahar likes to stay Dr. Jawahar's approach to innovation that fosters understands that this abreast of the latest tools problem-solving has proven thinking in school children. thorough approach is and technologies. This to be highly effective, as it He was also featured in essential for making becomes possible with the allows him to make well- Forbes magazine for informed decisions and company of young people informed decisions and lead yeomen efforts in the ?inding the most effective with whom he shares his his team to success. His spread of education. solutions. Once he has knowledge but at the same patience and attention to Apart from this, he also identi?ied the best ideas for time learns new detail in both planning and received Bharat Shiksha the issue at hand, he technologies and language, execution have earned him Ratna from the Government carefully selects and understands youth better, a reputation as a skilled and and many more awards like combines them to create a and improves his thinking respected leader in his ?ield. these for his contribution to comprehensive plan. skills. This has enhanced Dr. For his leadership role, Dr. the social upliftment. Once the plan is in place, Jawahar's decision-making Jawahar was honoured by Dr. Jawahar then turns his and ideation for development. Dr. Jawahar is known for his unique approach to problem-solving, which involves being patient in planning and execution. My vision is to be able to contribute in a large way to the field of social education where the effects are felt at a large scale on the population that needs it the most. Education View India February 2024
Unconventional Approach in?luence and success. He organizations he has deeds are right and Dr. Jawahar has always been has since been invited to worked with. innovative. He also requests a risk-taker, and his life is a join the boards of 30 large Dr. Jawahar's journey has them to give back to society, testament to the rewards corporations, public and been fraught with risks and and the returns will that come with making bold private universities, challenges, but his miraculously turn. In this and unconventional startups, and school chains, willingness to take bold era, youth power is the steps has allowed him to decisions. Throughout his as well as providing strength that India has, and career, he has made several advisory services to achieve great success. His as a leader, he believes it's a high-risk decisions that governments. story serves as an collective duty of all citizens inspiration to others who have helped him reach great Despite the warnings and to help a small group of heights. concerns from well-wishers are willing to take risks and youth succeed with the Leaving a stable and family, Dr. Jawahar has challenge the status quo in resources at hand to build a government job to join the continued to take risks and pursuit of their goals. future in India. corporate world was a bold make unconventional move that required decisions. These decisions Setting Right Priorities Reaching the Last corner signi?icant risk-taking. have led him to a highly Dr. Jawahar gives valuable of the Country However, this decision paid satisfying career ?illed with advice to aspiring leaders The 10 TED talks of Dr. off, and Dr. Jawahar found accomplishments and a not to chase money. Money Jawahar and 'Jawahar Sir Ki himself in a position of positive impact on the follows if the thoughts and Class' on Doordarshan are the outreach activities that tell his rags-to-riches story. His 1600 sessions in various countries of the world with audiences ranging from top corporate honchos, political leaders, bureaucrats, education leaders, and startup enthusiasts to school and college students is an eclectic mix with a reach of 3 lakh people every year, year after year. The UN expedition - Explora, exploring the minds of youth, is a particularly satisfying program done every year. My adaptability has held me in good stead, and that's the reason I have much demand in different circles like the governments of India and the US, manufacturing industries, IT, and services Education View India February 2024
Dr. Jawahar's adaptability Dr. Jawahar's adaptability has been a key factor in his has allowed him to keep up- I would advise aspiring success and has allowed to-date with the latest leaders not to chase him to excel in various trends and developments in industries and sectors. His these industries, ensuring money. Money follows if ability to learn, grasp, and that he is always prepared provide solutions in a short to face new challenges and the thoughts and deeds time frame, combined with opportunities. This has are right and innovative. his clear and innovative helped him to make a thinking process, has made positive impact on the him highly sought after in organizations he has different circles. worked with and has In the current contributed to his success. circumstances of the world, where change is constant, Creating a Happier Dr. Jawahar's adaptability Ecosystem members feel comfortable and professional goal is to has held him in good stead. Dr. Jawahar's ultimate goal working with him. This create a University of Peace He has been able to adapt to is to be a part of the includes his drivers, of?ice that will be a beacon for the the needs of various University of Peace project assistants, and others, too, strife-?illed world and will industries, including in Bhutan. His journey has and all of them are create a robust ecosystem of manufacturing, IT, and been ?illed with risks and empowered to suggest, peace, happiness, and a services; educational challenges, but his think, and reach out to him better nature. He wishes to institutions such as Indian adaptability and willingness with any thoughts that contribute more to society and international to take bold steps have better the organization and in terms of creating more universities, Indian and allowed him to achieve its performance. This happy moments for people, international schools, and great success. His story empowerment and empathy a better education system, a skill schools; entertainment, serves as an inspiration to towards each other have more accountable hospitality, and media others who are willing to made people work with him governance system, and a companies; and adapt and take risks in for long years and, when fruitful set of youth who can governments of India and pursuit of their goals. needed, long hours. build a better future for INDIA the US. Dr. Jawahar's team Dr. Jawahar's personal India and the world. Education View India February 2024
World’s Best Visionary Leaders to Follow in 2024 FEBRUARY - Issue 01 Designation Founder and CEO, Darshana Thakkar helps Indian MSMEs achieve long-term growth with her corporate experience Transformation-the Darshana Thakkar and manufacturing knowledge. Strategy Hub TEDx Speaker, Dr. Jawahar Surisetti is a renowned psychologist, Advisor to Government, futurist, TEDx speaker, Advisor to Government, best- Dr Jawahar Surisetti selling author, and innovator. Bestselling Author Principal, Aditi Misra is an esteemed academician who strives to Mrs. Aditi Misra ensure quality education for every Indian child. Delhi Public School Principal Vandana Arora is a visionary who emphasizes nurturing inquiry, resilience, and Principal, Ms. Vandana Arora positive partnerships for students' success in a Nahar International School dynamic society. Rexy Ravindran served on the board of TOTAL Managing Director, Petroleum JV business in India and commissioned its Rexy Ravindran Rex Fuels Jodhpur bitumen factory in record time.
Cultivating Success 16 Common Leadership Styles in Indian Busine n the dynamic realm of effectively guide their teams Indian business, the and organizations. I importance of competent and ef?icient Authoritative Leadership leadership cannot be An authoritative or overstated. A leader plays a autocratic leadership style crucial role not only in is known for its top-down driving growth but also in approach in which the promoting innovation and leader makes decisions ensuring that the without involving other organization achieves its team members. This overall goals. leadership style is typical in Leadership styles in traditional hierarchical Indian businesses vary structures prevalent in widely, re?lecting the Indian businesses, where diversity and complexity of the leader holds substantial the nation's economic power and control. landscape. From traditional Although this style can be hierarchical structures to helpful when quick modern, innovative decisions are required, it approaches, leaders employ may hamper creativity and a range of styles to innovation if team members feel disempowered or undervalued.
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Cultivating Success 18 desired outcomes through implement effectively as it Transformational satisfaction. By fostering a Leadership sense of ownership and the exchange of rewards may lead to a lack of Transformational involvement, democratic and punishments for direction and accountability employee performance. This if not handled correctly. leadership is a powerful leaders can build strong, approach that centers cohesive teams aligned with style of leadership emphasizes the leader's Conclusion around inspiring and common goals. motivating employees to clear expectations and In the dynamic Indian reach higher performance Servant Leadership goals, followed by business landscape, various leadership styles are levels. This leadership style Servant leadership is a appropriate consequences is adopted by visionary or rewards based on the prevalent, each with unique leadership style that leaders who can narrate a emphasizes the signi?icance employee's performance. In strengths and weaknesses. India, transactional These leadership styles compelling vision of the of meeting the needs of future and inspire others to leadership is often have a signi?icant impact on team members over being work toward it. In Indian an authoritative ?igure. preferred in performance- the organizational culture driven cultures where and performance of a businesses, Rather than solely focusing transformational leadership tangible results are highly business. Therefore, leaders on achieving organizational has proven effective in success, servant leaders act valued and expected. must understand these However, while this different styles and adopt fostering innovation, as mentors and coaches to encouraging employee their employees, helping approach may be effective the most appropriate engagement, and driving them develop their skills in driving short-term approach for their teams outcomes, it may have and business objectives to organizational change. and empowering them to Transformational leaders reach their full potential. In limitations in terms of ensure success. may develop a culture of recent times, servant fostering long-term For instance, authoritative employee engagement and leadership can help steer continuous improvement by leadership has gained empowering individuals signi?icant recognition in loyalty. This style of the organization toward and encouraging ownership, Indian businesses. leadership may prioritize stability in times of crisis. individual goals over Transformational resulting in long-term In today's corporate organizational success. world, organizations have collective success, leadership, on the other Overall, transformational come to understand the potentially hindering hand, can drive innovation teamwork and collaboration and motivate employees to leadership is a powerful signi?icance of empathy, tool that can help humility, and compassion in among employees. achieve their full potential. businesses achieve their ineffective leadership. The When fostering Laissez-Faire Leadership collaboration, democratic objectives by unlocking the concept of servant full potential of their leadership has gained Laissez-faire leadership, leadership can effectively employees. immense popularity, as it also known as hands-off create a sense of ownership and participation amongst promotes a culture of trust, leadership, is a leadership Democratic Leadership transparency, and style that grants employees team members. Servant Democratic or participative collaboration, which in turn a considerable amount of leadership, which prioritizes employee well- leadership involves fosters a sense of belonging autonomy and freedom to consulting team members in and motivation among team make decisions. This being, can help build a decision-making and members. Servant leaders approach is being positive workplace culture and encourage loyalty. valuing their input and prioritize their employees' increasingly adopted by feedback. In Indian well-being, making them Indian businesses, primarily Transactional leadership businesses, democratic feel valued and appreciated, in creative industries and can help achieve speci?ic goals and targets. Lastly, leadership is often seen in which ultimately leads to innovative startups where organizations that value the formation of loyal and workers are highly skilled laissez-faire leadership can collaboration, teamwork, enthusiastic teams that are and self-motivated. promote autonomy among employees, allowing them and inclusivity. Leaders who committed to achieving the Laissez-faire leadership adopt this style empower company's objectives. can foster creativity and to take ownership of their INDIA employees to contribute innovation by empowering work. their ideas and Transactional Leadership employees to explore perspectives, leading to Transactional leadership is different ideas and better decision-making and a management approach solutions. However, it can increased employee that is focused on achieving also be challenging to
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20 Mrs Misra Aditi Influencing Young Minds to Become Lifelong Learners n?luence' is a word that accurately and precisely in school, and when I ' is often associated with de?ined in this. realized my dream of teaching, it made me very I people, especially to de?ine a person's leadership Following this ideology and happy. My academic and professional pillar has been quality, skill and on a visionary mission to my love for children. The empowerment. As children, make children a better being in a budding stage, version of themselves is the fact is that I want to help them become better in?luencing them in the Director Principal of Delhi versions of themselves. My direct direction to lead a Public School, Gurgaon, sophisticated and Mrs Aditi Misra. dream is to reach the last Being an in?luential leader child in terms of education respectable life is very The fact is and help in whatever way necessary. in the education space, she that I want to In these growing years, brings an exclusive possible. experience of 37 years to there are various in?luential help them Tell us about the school's ?igures that a child the table. The Education become better encounter in their life. Some View, on its venture to ?ind mission, vision, and core versions of 'Principals Rede?ining values. directly in?luence them, themselves. My 'Service before Self,' the while others stay in the School Education for 2023,' shadow and are the guiding came across Mrs Aditi motto of DPS, is a re?lection dream is to Misra, where she shared her of its ethos and a desire to light for the student to move reach the last vision, mission and usher in a new era of ahead in life. Every child child in terms crosses paths with one such roadmap for the future that knowledge, with the belief of education that every child, however personality is their school's will help de?ine the and help in principal. intricacies of holistic different, has the right to But how exactly does a learning for children. education. whatever way The mission is to give person with whom the possible. student rarely interacts Following are some of the equal opportunities to each de?ine student success? major highlights of the stakeholder for personal growth through 'value Well, the answer lies in the interview: environment and the added education,' to equip atmosphere the principal Please let us know about the students with special skills and enable them to instils in the educational the origin of your career institution that de?ines the since its beginning and succeed in every sphere of person's success. highlight your academic life. The vision is to nurture every child into a And as the popular and professional pillars. Chinese proverb goes, "If I began my professional wholesome human being you are planning for a year, career in September 1985. I who will essentially believe and work towards 'Service sow rice; if you are planning started teaching at my own for a decade, plant trees; if alma mater, Delhi Public before Self' and to become you are planning for a School, RK Puram. I had an integral part of the community - reaching out to lifetime, educate people!" always wanted to be a The role of a principal is teacher since the time I was every part of it and
Features enriching it in a special way. educationist and an academic programme So, conversations and one Delhi Public School, philanthropist, and his wife, with dedication. Sometimes on one chats always Sector 45, Gurgaon, was Mrs Dhara Jaipuria, who is it didn't happen because the worked. After becoming the instituted in the memory of also committed to the cause children were not interested Principal, the bigger an exceptional human of quality education. or weren't supported at challenge has been handling being, Smt. Mala Jaipuria home, or they were just too parents who don't believed in spreading value- What challenges have you busy doing other things. I understand or who don't based education to every come across during your was able to overcome such accept the school's vision. It part of the country. The professional journey, and situations by just talking to becomes a little frustrating vision to commemorate her how did you overcome them and telling them that because they have chosen memory through a chain of them? marks might not be the school only after exceptional schools was that As a teacher, my biggest everything, but they will learning what DPS stands of Mr Ravi Jaipuria, the well- challenge was to help certainly get them into the for, and yet they want to known industrialist, children study and pursue college of their choice. change how things are Mrs Aditi Misra Director Principal, Delhi Public School, Gurgaon The Education View February 2024
22 you do something you like recognitions in your acceptance. Just make it a being done. One can't explain beyond a point, yet I and enjoy, you do not need career path. kinder, better and happier believe conversations help if to be motivated by external Truthfully, the biggest world." I believe that if circumstances or any achievement for me is the everybody works for this you are willing to talk to somebody on a one-on-one external stimulus. So, I love smile on the children's faces cause in unison, it is basis. my job, what I do, school, when they come to school, possible. and the company of the memories they gather What unique programs students, and I like getting here, and the different kinds How do you envision your are there for students to into school programs. I have of smiles and tears they and your school's future never felt the need to be have when they leave endeavour? get global exposure? Students of DPS Gurgaon motivated by something. I school. I think this has been To be honest, I do not keep have several opportunities think I am self-motivated, my biggest achievement, future plans in a water-tight and I am very happy to be and the fact that some of compartment. I prefer to go for global exposure. To start with, we introduce foreign doing what I am doing. It is them keep coming back to with the ?low. Every year I languages in class IV. We very rare that you enjoy school to share their try to do something better, your job and don't feel like a achievements, where they something different, have classes for French, German, and Spanish, which job anymore. Yes, inspiring are settling down, where something new, something the children diligently study children to strive more and they've got jobs, etc. is that will make the school a to be determined to important for me. Finally, happier space and bring from class IV to VIII. Some of them continue with the conquer every obstacle is a the real achievement is more joy to the teachers, language till IX and X by challenge, especially now when students remember children, and parents. So, I after the pandemic, because you on their special days. think that this endeavour choice, and some who are really interested, carry on children have gotten used to will continue to make the with it even in XI and XII. a certain way of studying As a prominent principal, school better year by year, and doing assessments. what would be your bit by bit, and I do hope that Secondly, we organize cultural exchange Getting them out of that advice to students across when I am ready to hang my programmes for students mould and being self- the world? boots, I will leave the school motivated and self-driven is The only advice that I would at its peak and this attitude from Poland, Germany and France. a challenge, but I think all of like to give to students of wanting to do something Besides this, we also have us can achieve it. across the world, as an better every year, will be educator and as a mother, is, deeply ingrained in every our children going and INDIA representing India in Please do mention the "Try to make the world a stakeholder of the school. UNESCO Programs, where major achievements, better place, whether it is the accolades, and environment, or values or they have performed dances from India and have won countless accolades. I do believe that the world has become a global village, and no one can remain in isolation. So, the closer we come to the globe, the more children think like global citizens, not like the citizens of only one country but the citizens of a better world we are going to create. Despite all challenges, what are the major factors that keep motivating you towards your goal, and how do you inspire students for their bright future? Well, I always believe that if The Education View February 2024
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24 Mrs Principal with Leading Principles he progression of good student is in?luenced by in the idea that a child's students globally human evolution has a good teacher, and good moral, spiritual and creative responsible citizens through T witnessed many schools are in?luenced by a sides need as much self-discovery, which is an roller coaster rides. And great principal," this stands attention as their intellect. effort that could be seen in inside this process, a true when one looks at the She aligned the teaching the school's curriculum. As prominent attribute that outstanding Principal of curriculum as per the a proud Principal, she says, kept human society at a Nahar International Cambridge and IBDP "Every student of mine progressive edge has been School, Mumbai. requirements to pace up comes to school happily, and unlearning the rudimentary with the exposure to global they also enjoy every time, and learning upcoming Starting her journey in the education. Continuing all the time which they spend advancement. late 90s, Mrs Vandana teaching, she very well in school. That was the This art of progressing Arora has always been a understood the steep larger objective when I ahead has been crucial for true believer in the difference between the started." social development, and the balanced growth of Indian and International Believing that intellectual best site that nurtures this students. Be it the academic, Education systems. growth cannot be phenomenon is school. sports, spiritual or Passionate about building disconnected from that of Being a hub of education metaphysical paradigm, Mrs a progressive child-centric social, emotional, and and innovations, schools Vandana has always been school as the Founder physical growth, the school have always been an all- contributing to nurturing Principal of Nahar follows attributes such as time favorite to seek students and facilitating International School, Mrs Reverence, Responsibility, knowledge and implement them to have a broader Arora is focused on building Fairness, Courage, Empathy, these learnings in the outlook. up an academic program Perseverance, Resilience, professional arena. Such based on the amalgamation Initiative taking, and merits of schools are widely Let's look at her journey and of the child's psychological Collaboration. With these attributed to their academic learn the leadership skills needs and the assessment attributes, the institution ecosystem. that she has incorporated to needs of the board. believes that every child is a And, to incorporate blossom Nahar International gift of God with unique holistic learning while into its huge success today! Instilling Progress with a strengths and human maintaining the balance Visionary Belief System possibilities. The school between education, sports, A Story of a Quarter As a teacher of humanities, philosophy says, "Each and cultural growth, it is the Century she believed in the tender mind is ?illed with an dynamic principals that Mrs Arora began her career humanitarian approach amazing sense of curiosity, nurture students, as a teacher in humanities attached to education. Her boundless energy to explore, strengthen teachers, in 1997, and since then, it teaching belief starts from an immense capacity to innovate novel pedagogies has been more than 25 thinking that understanding learn, and the ability to and drive quality education years for her as an educator. concepts and making them absorb all that is in the As a teacher, she always relevant in day-to-day life is to ful?ill the demand of the environment around." future. For such visionary tried to impart her best important for children NIS gives its students an principals and educational teachings. Moving to Tridha rather than just acquiring edge in every sphere of life Mumbai-based school as a grades. This perspective of leaders, it becomes where they are motivated to mandatory to highlight head, she learned about the hers led to the foundation resonate with optimism and them at the forefront of the Rudolf Steiner philosophy. principles of Nahar create something Her thoughts aligned with International School. global spotlight. phenomenal out of their As the saying goes, "A the philosophy that believes Her vision is to make lives.
Features faces, Mrs Arora says that perspective, being The rapid switch to online NIS: Advancing Pedagogically the child-centric approach introduced right from grade learning at the end of the NIS has formed a is quite misunderstood, and 1 to grade 12. NIS students academic year 2019-2020 she ?inds it challenging to learn the subject, where left little time for teachers curriculum that can offer education to students in the train people to know a they understand to redesign their syllabi for most engaging and child's perspective. To her, it perspectives and people are an online format, and the different. They do enter into priority was ensuring that fascinating ways. The school is quite important to never excludes any understand that a student's online exchanges with students could ?inish out extracurricular activities perspective should be to schools based in abroad. their academic year. This helps the student pool However, the teaching from the curriculum, as it understand better, not to ?irmly believes that each perform better, which is with acceptance towards fraternity of NIS has worked activity is crucial for the quite misinterpreted. She inclusivity in diversity. hard during the lockdown to upskill about e-learning physical and mental says, "The performance The school looks at development of a child. perspective, giving various kinds of exchange platforms; they have The pedagogical approach importance to outcome programs within the conducted continuous collaborative meetings of the school is project- versus looking at the process country as well as outside. based model of learning. and giving importance to However, more than that, it online to ensure NIS began this model in the process, is a huge paradigm believes that 'one becomes homogenous lesson planning and have Primary grades and, having shift in the system of only global—when on a seen its positive outcomes, education in India which we global perspective, one identi?ied new ways of went ahead with its plan for are facing.So that is a becomes global when one engaging students and applying Project-based challenge for educators like connects to local.' Therefore, designing interesting online learning from Primary to its teachers, your team it does not believe in them learning activities for the Middle School. The syllabus members, and moving into connecting to ?irst, their coming academic year. is based on the Curriculum the parent body to make groups before they grow up These have been designed Frameworks. However, the them also understand that and be a local citizen. Mrs keeping in mind the themes chosen would guide the needs of a child need to Arora quotes, "You can't be a requirements of each age the alignment of these skills be ?irst understood and global citizen if you're not a group. This learner-initiated and topics in each grade and worked upon before we start local citizen." and teacher-guided process each grade and in each expecting a child to The online learning of schooling is how learning term. The salient feature of perform." experience is as engaging will take place in the coming this model is the teaching of and enriching as possible. months. skills and content while Preparing for Exposure placing them in a context Mrs Arora has included the that is relevant and current. subjects like global Principal, Nahar Challenging the International School, Mumbai Adversities with a Performance Perspective Describing her personal experience regarding the challenges that she usually Every student of mine comes to school happy, and they also enjoy every time, all the time which they spend in school. That was the larger objective when I started.
26 Knowing the Pupil the ?ifth grade in NIS are automatically make The Motivating Factor As an educator, the most Looking at things only groomed in a non- everyone happy and yourself motivating factor for Mrs differently, Mrs Arora made judgmental environment also," notes Mrs Arora. sure to keep in mind and are encouraged. Talking about educators, Arora is to see the young generation perform and do students' motivation as her Vandana feels that an better. Seeing her children school's primary goal, Pearls of Wisdom educator just has to give; Advising her students, Mrs they cannot expect back. as better communicators, which generates interest in better thinkers, and better students' hearts. One of the Arora urges them to explore She says a true educator is aspirants give her an values which is very and ask questions. She says, happy after seeing the "They should always be success of their students, immense amount of joy. important for NIS and Mrs She shares with pride, Arora and which they try to willing to ask questions. and that encourages them. "And as the school grew, we integrate is equalitarianism. They should always be Envisioning the Future saw many of our children She understands that the willing to explore to ?ind the getting admissions in fear of judgment answer to their question and Unveiling a glimpse of her prestigious institutions, discourages students' should also be looking at plans, she desires to see many of them coming back participation, and with a lot doing something which will students at her school grow and sharing their journey of competition around, she make them happy and will with no mental health with us. It is the biggest does not want her students give them skills so that they issues. She wants her motivator for any educator." to feel it. The students until can contribute to the larger students to be able to society." understand the difference "Don't learn for the sake of between being ethical and performance, learn for the being smart as she thinks sake of learning. Don't do most of the young anything for the sake of generation wants to be making someone happy but smart and fast, and they are learn skills so that you could losing the most important contribute more. When you aspect, which is principles, contribute more, you the core has to be intact INDIA before one moves further. Each tender mind is filled with an amazing sense of curiosity, boundless energy to explore, an immense capacity to learn, and the ability to absorb all that is in the environment around. The Education View February 2024
28 Raviodrao Driviog Busioess Success Thrzugh Strategic Czachiog aod Expertise Rexy usiness coaches example of a business coach as against a structured and consultation with over learning process. Rexy was 1000 customers. In bring a fresh with an impressive B perspective and academic background. He very interested in this, and addition, Rex Fuels arranges expertise to the table, graduated with a degree in it helped shape his outlook high-pro?ile industry towards career and society. conferences and trade helping business executives science, specialising in make more informed and chemicals, from Mumbai Rexy began his career shows. con?ident decisions. With University. He went on to with Bharat Petroleum Rexy, an entrepreneur Company Ltd., Mumbai, a with a passion for their experience and earn an MBA in Marketing industry knowledge, they from Symbiosis Institute of Fortune-500 ?irm, where he education, founded Rex provide growth ideas, Business Management, spent over 20 years Global Business Services in marketing and distributing July 2019 to provide company plans, critical Pune, in 1984. With over reviews, and personalised three decades of experience petroleum products to complete overseas guidance counsel to help businesses in the corporate world, Rexy industrial and retail services for students, with consumers across India. He an exclusive tie-up with the grow and increase their brings a wealth of revenue. knowledge and expertise to served on the board of prestigious La Sierra A lack of vision, his coaching practice, directors of TOTAL University in California multifaceted personality “ Petroleum JV ?irm in India, (USA) for MBA program in ambiguity, and uncertainty helping businesses achieve can make progress dif?icult their goals and thrive in the world's sixth largest oil Business Analytics (STEM). in today's fast-paced and today's competitive market. corporation, and developed This is a one-year STEM and commissioned their (Science, Technology, competitive business environment. Business Building the Foundation Bitumen factory in Jodhpur Engineering & Math) leaders need tools, support, This was the pre-internet in record time. approved MBA program which is eligible of three and advice to overcome era when an individual's these challenges, and that is learning and personality The Multifaceted Career years of OPT (Optional where a business coach can development was de?ined Rexy founded his own Practical Training) to work consulting ?irm, Rex Fuels in the USA. be invaluable. A coach mainly by family, friends, provides a unique school, college and books Management Pvt. Ltd., in GlobalCoachOnline.com, combination of tools, skills, and other print media 2005 with a group of like- another of his favourite projects, was launched in and industry knowledge to which was available and minded experienced assist leaders in accessible. Electronic media professionals, providing October 2020 - a unique determining the best path was rather limited. Digital advisory services to clients global network for both students and coaches to to take their business from media was not born. for Crude Oil, Natural Gas, where it is now to where Essential skills like Light Diesel Oil, and other interact and upgrade commodities; his ?irm has they want it to be. communication, con?idence abilities and learnings - successfully completed already boasting 100+ Rexy Ravindran, and practical knowledge Managing Director of Rex were acquired mainly many projects of Bitumen coaches in record time. modi?ication plants, storage Global Business Education through a long process of Rexy Ravindran is a experience-based learning and distribution facilities, Services LLP, is a prime The Education View February 2024
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Changing Paradigm 32 LEADERSHIP Trends tz Fzcus zo io 2024
Article n today's rapidly evolving shift in how businesses landscape of business operate. With the need to I and management, it is maintain social distancing, more imperative than ever remote work practices have for leaders to stay up to date become the norm for many organizations. As we look to with the newest trends and remain ahead of the curve. As the future, it is evident that we enter 2024, leadership remote work is here to stay, with predictions indicating dynamics are undergoing signi?icant transformations, that it will become a propelled by revolutionary permanent feature of the modern workplace by 2024. advancements in technology, shifting societal attitudes, In light of this, and a series of global events organizational leaders must embrace remote work shaping the way we approach leadership and management. culture and provide the necessary tools and support for remote teams to Embracing Remote Work Culture collaborate effectively. This The COVID-19 pandemic has includes investing in communication platforms brought about a prominent The Education View February 2024
Changing Paradigm 34 involves adapting quickly to contributing to the willingness to admit that allow for seamless virtual interactions, changing circumstances, communities and mistakes, and the ability to fostering virtual team- making informed decisions, environments in which they show empathy and and empowering teams to operate. By being mindful of understanding towards building activities to promote a sense of respond effectively to their impact on the others. When leaders community and belonging, challenges and environment and society, prioritize authenticity, they opportunities. In 2024, organizations can create a can create a culture of and prioritizing work-life balance to ensure the well- leaders need to embrace positive impact that bene?its openness, accountability, being of remote employees. agile leadership principles their operations and the and mutual respect that by fostering a culture of world around them. breeds success and drives By taking these steps, businesses can create a experimentation, growth for everyone productive and supportive encouraging innovation, and Digital Transformation involved. empowering employees to The world is continually remote work environment that bene?its both take calculated risks. changing, and technological Continuous Learning and employees and the innovation is accelerating Development: Focus on Mental Health faster. As we move towards In today's knowledge-based organization. and Well-being 2024, businesses must economy, continuous Prioritizing Diversity, Employees' mental health prepare to navigate these learning and development and well-being have changes and remain are essential for personal Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) emerged as critical competitive in the digital and professional growth. In Building an inclusive and organizational concerns in age. This involves 2024, leaders must implementing digital prioritize learning diverse workplace has recent years. In 2024, become more critical than leaders must prioritize transformation and initiatives to keep pace with ever in today's rapidly mental health initiatives to exploiting cutting-edge evolving industry trends, technologies like arti?icial acquire new skills, and evolving and interconnected support the holistic well- world. This requires leaders being of their teams. This intelligence, data analytics, adapt to changing market to prioritize Diversity, includes providing mental and automation to open dynamics. This includes new opportunities, investing in training Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) health tools, allowing initiatives to create an ?lexible work arrangements, streamline processes, and programs, mentorship environment where and cultivating an open and maximize customer value. opportunities, and It's time to embrace and use professional development everyone feels valued and supportive culture where respected. Achieving this employees feel comfortable the digital revolution to resources for themselves goal involves promoting discussing their concerns. drive growth and success in and their teams. the years ahead. diversity in hiring practices, addressing systemic biases, Sustainable Leadership Conclusion and fostering a culture of In today's world, Authentic Leadership For leaders, 2024 promises Authenticity is a crucial a landscape full of belonging where people organizations face critical from all backgrounds feel environmental and social characteristic of effective challenges and welcome and their unique challenges, making leadership that builds trust, opportunities. Essential credibility, and engagement methods to guide perspectives are celebrated. sustainable leadership a By embracing DEI crucial element to ensure among team members. organizations toward future initiatives, leaders can long-term success. By 2024, Without it, leaders risk success include accepting losing the respect and remote work, prioritizing create a workplace that is leaders must prioritize not only fair and equitable integrating sustainability support of their teams, diversity, encouraging but also fosters innovation into their business hindering their ability to agility, focusing on mental achieve their goals. As we health, driving and creativity by leveraging strategies. This means the strengths of individuals aligning their approach 2024, leaders sustainability, implementing from diverse backgrounds. environmental and social must lead authentically by digital transformation, staying true to their values, leading genuinely, and goals with the broader Agile Leadership organizational objectives. demonstrating unwavering promoting continuous INDIA Agility is critical to staying This requires adopting integrity, and building learning. competitive and resilient in sustainable practices, genuine connections with a rapidly changing business reducing their carbon their teams. This requires fearless transparency, the landscape. Agile leadership footprint, and actively The Education View February 2024