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Reena Raj

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Could you tell us briefly about your family background?

I belong to a middle class family in Kerala. My father was a defence personnel and mother a house wife.

Degrees That Matter:

Planning my doctoral research this year.

Changes In The Professional Environment:

There's a tremendous change. Today the opportunities are more. You can conquer the world with right attitude and smart work. Thanks to the creative destruction in the knowledge revolution!

The Journey So Far:

I started my career as a pharma professional and later moved on to the media. I have served in the capacities of an anchor and reporter/editor there. Later as a management researcher, I brought out several edited books and published papers in various publications.

Other Thoughts:

I think its hard work, honesty and attitude that have got me out here. I enjoy my work and strongly believe that you cannot achieve anything without passion and perseverance.

Working Life Management:

I think time management is something which can help you out in this. Besides this, my family is very supportive. Even at times when I feel tired they motivate me to proceed and give my best.

Job Profile:

I currently work as an Assistant Professor at the Christ University Institute of Management, Bangalore. I deal with Decision Sciences. As facilitators, we do our best to mold competent and industry-ready individuals through student-centric learning and mentoring.

Career Profile:

Teaching and mentoring are the key responsibilities. Industry visits, social work etc. are some of the other areas which we partake in.

Plans For The Future:

As a consultant and an entrepreneur!

Advice For New Professionals:

You can achieve the pinnacle of success with the real urge to excel. You have resources around you. Make use of them, aim for the right, put your best efforts, be ethical; you will certainly achieve your goal. Yes, never forget our society!!

The Decisions That Matter

The shift from corporate career to academia was the most important one.