How to Handle Conflicts and Understand Gen Z’s Feelings

How to Handle Conflicts and Understand Gen Z's Feelings

We live in an interesting time when two worlds come together every day.On one side, we have Gen Z—the digital natives who were born into a world where Wi-Fi is oxygen, cellphones are like extra hands, and information moves quicker than dinner table talks. Their parents, employers, and leaders are on the other side. They […]

Economy and Emotional Revolution

Economy and Emotional Revolution

The Boiling Point: When Economic Despair Turns into Emotional Revolutions By Dr. Pratik P. Surana, Author of Mastering Emotional Intelligence and Navigating Through EmotionsWhen Empty Pockets Turn Into Loaded Guns In my presentations and publications, I’ve mentioned many times that emotions are the real money of the world. When emotions crash, they don’t just cause […]

Traffic Trauma

Traffic Trauma

How Our Cities Are Making Us Crazy Literally Dr. Pratik P. Surana, author of Navigating Through Emotions I read notes from my clients and friends every morning while I drink my coffee and get ready for another day of coaching.And almost often, one of them says: “Stuck in traffic.” Once more. Going crazy. “Send help.” […]

AI ग sss

AI ग sss

When AI Coaches Make Mistakes: How to Deal with Emotional Bias in Algorithms Act 1: The Big Office Scare It was a normal Monday morning. The coffee maker in the workplace was broken again, and Rhea, the HR manager, called everyone into the conference room with the excitement of a cat going to the vet. Rhea […]

Generation Z and the Craft of Expert Houdini

Generation Z and the Craft of Expert Houdini

Gen Zers don’t work in jobs; they date them. That’s the deal with them in the workplace.And if things don’t feel right after the first ten minutes, it’s like a horrible Tinder date: they’re plotting their getaway. Scene One: The New Employee Time: 9:30 AM on Monday Supervisor: “Aarav, I’m glad to have you here. […]

Shifting Gears: A Look at the Work Ethics of Generation Z

Shifting Gears: A Look at the Work Ethics of Generation Z

Abstract:  In the workplace, members of Generation Z have shown an unusual elasticity of loyalty, which is the subject of this article. The millennial generation sees employment more like a subscription service, which they can quit whenever they choose without paying a penalty, in contrast to earlier generations who considered jobs as careers that lasted […]

Freud vs. the AI Era: Why Old Psychology Struggles in a VUCA World

Freud vs. the AI Era: Why Old Psychology Struggles in a VUCA World

Our understanding of human behaviour was fundamentally altered by Sigmund Freud in the early 1900s. Id, Ego, and Superego, his three-part model of the mind, provided a framework for investigating the hidden forces at work in our desires, ethics, and perceptions of the world. Psychoanalysis was central to the field of psychology for many years. […]

Picking Up Outside Noise to Drown Out the Inner One?

emotional struggles

More and more young and mid-level managers in the glitzy corporate scene are seeking solace in the commotion of social events and parties as a means of escaping the emotional challenges that accompany the daily grind of presentations, deadlines, and important meetings. When we’re dealing with deeper emotional gaps or a feeling of emptiness, the […]

How General Fintech Overcame a Data Migration Crisis with the Aid of Quantum Group

How General Fintech Overcame a Data Migration Crisis with the Aid of Quantum Group

The boardroom at General Fintech was unusually quiet on this warm afternoon in Pune. With offices in Hyderabad, Delhi, and Pune, the company a rising star in the fintech sector had reached a dead end. They were having difficulties with their ambitious data migration project, which was essential for optimising departmental operations. The IT Head, […]

Navigating Leadership Challenges with Emotional Intelligence – An imaginary and hypothetical Case Study on Senior Leaders in the Indian Navy

Navigating Leadership Challenges with Emotional Intelligence

Introduction: In the Indian Navy, senior leaders face unique challenges that require a high degree of emotional intelligence (EI) to navigate effectively. This case study examines the experiences of Commodore Sujay Kumar, a distinguished officer known for his exemplary leadership and strategic acumen, in leveraging emotional intelligence to overcome obstacles and inspire his team. Background: […]

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