In this deep and insightful episode of the IgnitedNeurons Podcast, host Utkarsh Narang sits down with Abhijit Bhaduri to explore the evolving landscape of careers in the age of AI, and what it means to bring your whole self to work.

Together, they dive into the future of work, the balance between human skills and technology, and the importance of relationships, adaptability, and curiosity in shaping fulfilling careers. Abhijit introduces the concept of Dreamers and Unicorns, highlighting how personal growth and reinvention are essential to thrive in rapidly changing environments.

The episode dives into:

– Why careers in the AI era demand reinvention

– The six essential skills needed for the future of work

– How relationships, not transactions, create workplace happiness

– The role of criticism in self-understanding and growth

– Why adaptability and curiosity matter more than ever

– Overcoming fear of change and loss of identity

Key Takeaways:

✅ Learn languages and musical instruments for lifelong skills

✅ Happiness grows when we make others happy

✅ Criticism can be a mirror for self-awareness and growth

✅ Continuous reinvention is key to career evolution

✅ Human skills will be crucial in the AI-driven workplace

✅ Work is about relationships, not just transactions

✅ Building deep bonds leads to workplace happiness

✅ Adaptability fuels resilience in changing environments

✅ Fear of change often comes from fear of losing identity

✅ Curiosity and being a novice enrich both work and life

About Abhijit Bhaduri:

Abhijit Bhaduri is a globally recognized voice in leadership development, culture building, and talent strategy. With leadership roles across Fortune 500 companies and Silicon Valley giants, he blends strategic insight with storytelling to guide organizations through change.

As Microsoft’s former Partner, he led the redesign of its global learning strategy, enabling first-mover advantage in AI. At Wipro, as the first Chief Learning Officer, he transformed leadership and learning practices across APAC, the US, and India.

A LinkedIn Top Voice with nearly a million followers, Abhijit advises CEOs and leading organizations on future-proofing talent pipelines. He is also an author of six books, a faculty member at the University of Pennsylvania’s Executive Doctoral Program, and a frequent voice in publications like Harvard Business Review, Wall Street Journal, and The Economic Times.

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LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abhijitbhaduri

Website: https://abhijitbhaduri.com

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