Lecture Notes

Introduction

• Welcome to participants from various locations.
• Mixed cohort: returning students and new students.
• Emphasis on multiple perspectives and the value of repetition.

Poem Introduction

• A poem about inner and outer storms was read.
• Written by RI for senior management during lockdowns.

Visible and Invisible Storms

• Visible storms: events happening globally (e.g., 50 elections this year).
• Invisible storms: internal emotional struggles.
• The need for personal transformation and self-help.

Emotional Intelligence

• Importance in maintaining motivation during difficult times.
• Self-help and seeking help when necessary.

Program Goals

• Connect the dots of different educational and emotional aspects.
• Develop self-awareness and emotional intelligence.

Skills for the Future

• Top skills: creative thinking, analytical thinking, tech literacy, etc.
• Emotional intelligence is crucial to personal and leadership development.

Personal Transformation

• Importance of upgrading personal skills to keep up with industry changes.
• Risks of falling behind in rapidly changing environments.

Change Management

• Understanding change, transition, and resistance.
• Strategies for managing organizational change.

Learning Zones

• Comfort Zone vs. Growth Zone.
• Encouragement to move beyond fear to achieve growth.

Exponential Change in Technology

• Computing power, amount of data, and connectivity are driving changes.
• Impact on businesses and personal growth.

Closing

• Encouragement for students to reflect, learn, and participate actively.
• Addressed technical issues experienced during the session.
• Requests for hybrid learning to accommodate all students.

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Key Takeaways

• Reiteration of the importance of understanding both visible and invisible storms.
• Emphasis on personal transformation and readiness for change.
• Encouragement to develop and adapt new skills for future success.