Lecture Notes: Interview with Dr. Sanya, Director of Business Incubation Center at Punjab University

Introduction

• Host: Madiha
• Platform: 101 Incredible Women of Pakistan
• Guest: Dr. Sanya, Director of Business Incubation Center, Punjab University

Personal Background

• Holds an MBA from IBA, Punjab University
• Chose education over corporate sector to give back to society
• Inspired by parents; mother involved in education sector, father a professor and Dean of law
• Initially offered a job at Standard Chartered Bank but chose academia
• Attributes career choice to inspiring teachers

Academic and Professional Journey

• PhD from University of Glasgow in Business Management, focusing on positive organizational scholarship
• Balances family and career; family accompanied her during PhD
• Emphasizes importance of prayer and faith in personal and professional success

Role at Business Incubation Center

• Facilitates entrepreneurs by providing networking, investment, and market opportunities
• Focuses on analyzing people, tilts, and organizational psychology
• Works on instilling passion and confidence in entrepreneurs
• Stresses on scientifically backed positivity and its impact on personal and organizational success

Positivity in Organizational Context

• Positive actions lead to upward spirals of success
• Science-backed evidence showing positive acts lead to better outcomes
• Organizational cultures of learning and generosity contribute to success

Reflections on Education and Knowledge

• Education today is more accessible but also more complex due to vast information availability
• Emphasizes importance of selecting and focusing on relevant information
• Encourages using social media and other platforms responsibly to gain relevant knowledge

Future Aspirations

• Aims to continue fostering a supportive environment for startups
• Recognizes the risky and unpredictable nature of startups
• Believes in changing mindsets and providing necessary training and exposure for entrepreneurial success