Abhijit Bhaduri’s Blog

I write about careers, skills and the world of work. The cartoons and sketches are mine.

15 Twitter Years: 2009-2024
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15 Twitter Years: 2009-2024

One dog year is equal to seven human years. What would 15 Twitter Years translate to? It saw some significant shifts in the world of work: The rise of hybrid work; e-commerce; tech shaping business models, the rise of the skills economy; the pandemic that changed so many assumptions about work and the mental health challenges triggered by the daily uncertainty at work.

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Be a Storyteller for Your Profession
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Be a Storyteller for Your Profession

Every profession needs a storyteller because stories humanize, simplify, and enliven complex ideas, making them relatable and memorable. Storytelling bridges gaps, fosters empathy, and drives change. As a professional, you can be a storyteller, turning experiences into narratives that inspire, educate, and influence. Harness your unique perspective and voice to shape your profession’s narrative and impact.

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How to Make a Good Impression on Zoom and Email
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How to Make a Good Impression on Zoom and Email

Tuning in to the etiquette of virtual meetings and emails is essential because these interactions significantly influence our professional image and relationships. Proper etiquette ensures clear communication, demonstrates respect and professionalism, and helps build trust and rapport with colleagues and clients. Adhering to these norms can enhance productivity, prevent misunderstandings, and create a positive, collaborative work environment, ultimately contributing to career success and growth.

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Self-Renewal
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Self-Renewal

Why do some people, even those in responsible positions run out of steam? While some others renew themselves. It is what you learn AFTER you know it all that counts.

I learnt all this from a John Gardner post. That affected me deeply

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Why Every CHRO Must Be on LinkedIn: Unlocking Talent and Influence
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Why Every CHRO Must Be on LinkedIn: Unlocking Talent and Influence

For CHROs, LinkedIn is more than just a social media platform; it’s a strategic asset. It enables them to build their personal brand, attract top talent, and stay informed about industry trends. In an era where digital presence is crucial, CHROs who embrace LinkedIn will lead their organizations to greater heights.

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The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
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The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt

The Anxious Generation shows how smartphones, social media, and helicopter parenting have led to a decline in young people’s mental health and offers actionable solutions to help both our kids and ourselves become mature, emotionally stable adults.

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Is there a way to measure Human Progress?
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Is there a way to measure Human Progress?

ETS has been known as the measurement company. They have just released the Human Progress Report 2024. They leveraged their geo footprint across 190 countries to discover that 80% people view themselves as ‘lifelong learners’. They found three factors that constitute human progress.

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Unlocking Success: The Underrated Power of Workplace Friendships
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Unlocking Success: The Underrated Power of Workplace Friendships

Most people do not think that it is a good idea to get too friendly with a colleague. I grew up reading Spy vs Spy in MAD magazine. The white spy and the dark spy are continuously trying to outwit each other. Life has not changed. Yet this is a lost opportunity to create meaning at work. I read Gianpiero Petriglieri article on How to Make Better Friends at Work and thought I share the gems.

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These Three Factors When Combined, Make You Exceptional
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These Three Factors When Combined, Make You Exceptional

I met Kumar Mehta, and asked him what makes someone "Exceptional"? Imagine you are in the top 1% of your field. The Exceptionals are the top 1% of the top 1% of that elite group. That seems unattainable for most people. Or can we actually reach that spot? Read on…

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I asked a human designer and AI to design my book cover. Which one would you choose?
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I asked a human designer and AI to design my book cover. Which one would you choose?

AI vs Human Designer I wanted to see if AI can design a book cover - better than human designers. You will never guess who did better... Tell me if you guessed right :) #career, #creativity, #innovation, #personalbrand, #mondaymotivation #design #designer #ai #artificialintelligence #career3 Jeff Barrett Penguin Random House Achal Khanna Elliott Masie Greg Satell Todd McLees Aakriti Khurana Karthik Venkatesh Penguin Publishing Group Vala Afsha

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