Arjun D's Story
The Journey So Far:
Not a very long journey,but a very enlightening experience to know how people think and how business run.Not only that to know the truth "Its just not knowledge and smartness but communication skills is what matters".Its the serengetti of the African jungle-But also the survival of the fittest
Job Profile:
I worked as a Technology consultant which involved technical aspects of application Packaging and virtualisation.Management roles as to consult various global clients regarding the costing and performance issue and to understand the global market.
The Decisions That Matter
To leave the current position in a MNC and take up my master's degree to come back at a better level so that my projectile is in a different niche market.
Career Profile:
My previous role was basic level of management and Technical know how,but i am taking new domains to learn international Business and consulting.
Degrees That Matter:
An Ivy league MBA after my triple accredited MSc InternationalBusiness which i would start this year.
Working Life Management:
Failing to plan is planning to fail! I have my goals for short,medium and long term.Just Visualizing them will motivate me to stay focused and give the right amount of time to the right things. Realizing the fact all this is for a better life i have understood not to forget the present and enjoy it
Plans For The Future:
I see myself in a management role as an international Business manager and a powerful consultant.
Prized Accomplishment(s):
Being a small scale entrepreneur during my engineering studies.Being multi skilled and not just technical during my term as a technology consultant.Networking and communication Skills
Changes In The Professional Environment:
It has changed so drastically its hard to digest ! As said in one of the Harvard Business Review newsletter Innovation and internet have changed almost everything into a state of uncertainty in time.The People and business environment i see is very volatile and challenging today..
Growth Strategy:
Constant Learning.An Msc from a triple accredited B school,A top 10 financial times ranking course and university.Looking ahead for an internship in International Business and after 5 years an MBA from IVY league B school
Required Reading:
Harvard Business review,stubbleupon,linkedin,techgig,"GOOGLE",
Advice For New Professionals:
Precision-Know what you want to do,chose your Job/field right.If you are doing something you love you will scale great heights or else one its a very tough battle !Everything needs time and perseverance,hence use the stones thrown at you as building blocks of your career! Remember to stay focused !
Role Model:
Warren Buffet-Because of his timing and patience.Most of all simplicity in the way he does Business.Not being a Finance Graduate he is the master of the stock market and investing! His values in life and balanced state of mind has inspired me !
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