Life after Graduation: Expecting the Unexpected
- 1. 息 Mindtree limited 2013 Computer Society of India(CSI) State Level Student Convention, 23rd Feb 2013,Goa Life after graduation: expecting the unexpected
- 2. Agenda 2 Part 1: A quick snap of college life Part 2: My journey and questions! Part 3: Two dimensions: Platform and Purpose Part 4: Challenges in our industry Summary Discussions
- 3. Part 1: A quick snap of college life 3
- 4. Life filled with energy and enthusiasm! 4
- 9. And those unforgettable memories! 9
- 10. Life before graduation Frequent and concrete feedback Some freedom to set a schedule Frequent breaks and time off Minimum marks to pass Ready answers and model question papers Correct answers usually available Passive participation permitted Independent thinking supported 10 Environment of personal support Focus on personal development Structured courses & curriculum Few changes in routine Personal control over time Individual effort & performance Intellectual challenge Acquisition of knowledge Professors Adapted from: College to Workplace Issues and Strategies: A Primer, Dr. Paul Heittich
- 12. What do young professionals need? Expertise Communication skills Interpersonal skills Teamwork skills Analytic skills Flexibility/adaptability Detail-orientation Creativity Critical thinking/Problem solving Organizational skills Leadership skills Lifelong learning/Self direction Industry knowledge Customer focus 12 Honesty/integrity Motivation/Initiative Dedication Strong work ethics Self-confidence Friendly/outgoing personality Tactfulness Decorum Social responsibility
- 13. How can you merge smoothly? 13
- 14. Let us listen to what our CTO says! 14
- 15. Part 2: My journey and questions 15
- 16. About me Raja Bavani Chief Architect, Mindtree LinkedIn: Raja Bavani Twitter: @rajabavani Blogs: http://www.blogs.mindtree.com/author/raja-bavani http://se-thoughtograph.blogspot.in 16
- 17. What did I expect when I started my career in 1988. From 1988 to 1994, I expected that Computer education would spread in all colleges and universities The usage of computers would become a necessity in all industries Data processing would be the major area in IT Computer literacy would provide job opportunities Computer graphics would be confined to a handful of application areas (such as image processing, medical diagnostics, engineering design, GIS etc.) Artificial Intelligence would be the winning field of research and applications 17
- 18. What didnt I expect? The Y2K problem (was not known until 94) The growth of service industry and international footprint of India in IT Internet and e-Commerce Touch screen, mobile technology, tablets Voice over Internet Protocol (VOIP) Digital photography, multimedia , and many more! 18
- 20. How can we take a shot at the future? 20
- 21. First, we need to be aware of the present! 21
- 22. How do you manage yourself? 22
- 23. How do you make the right choices? 23
- 24. How can you weather the storm and adapt? 24
- 25. And manage when the visibility is low? 25
- 26. How can you conquer unknown territories? 26
- 27. How can you realize your potential? 27
- 28. How can you manage conflicts? 28
- 29. And how do you decide the next steps? 29
- 30. How do you introspect and improve? 30
- 31. And how can you co-exist? 31
- 32. Let us look at the challenges in travel industry! 32
- 33. Part-3: Two dimensions: Platform and Purpose 33
- 34. What is your platform? 34
- 35. What is your purpose? Your platform is truly a critical part of your existence. But there is something beyond it as well. It is your purpose. As we start our life and, sometimes, well into it, many of us get so preoccupied with building the platform, that we forget that it is not what makes us complete. A platform, as the meaning of the word suggests, is just a springboard. It is a surface on which you stand to go someplace. Your platform, like a railway platform, is a place from where you need to go someplace. That someplace will be determined by your purpose. Your platform is not your purpose. - Subroto Bagchi 35
- 36. Two factors: Platform and Purpose 36 By Subroto Bagchi Ref: http://www.mindtree.com/downloads/LNMIIT-Convocation-Address.pdf
- 37. What are you passionate about? 37
- 38. What are the challenges of IT managers? Let us watch this! 38
- 39. Part 4: Challenges in our industry Technology Evolution Global Competition Economic Factors Social and Political Factors Skills ,and Competencies 39
- 40. These challenges have created opportunities too! Those who are aware of the present possess the ability to understand challenges, do their best to manage those challenges, and visualize unforeseen opportunities! Their equanimity helps them consume news updates coming from different sources and directions, with no signs of anxiety. They are focused. 40
- 41. Start with a purpose! 41
- 42. Aim high! 42
- 43. Master the 7 essentials 43 Ref: Force of Habit: Seven Essentials for 21-st Century IT Professionals
- 44. Think and remember! If you have a job where someone tells you what to do next, you've just given up the chance to create value. - Seth Godin 44
- 45. 45 Thank You!
- 46. India | USA | UK | Germany | Sweden | Belgium | France | Switzerland | UAE | Singapore | Australia | Japan | China Raja Bavani Raja_bavani@mindtree.com www.mindtree.com/social