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Uncertainty is bad for business.
I love what I do, and I work intensely.
Engineers are often defined by their output.
At home, I relax by catching up with friends.
The big deal for me has always been innovation.
In the future, we'll be working and relaxing in cars.
Humans get distracted when we see and touch something.
Every day, I want to learn something new; I want to move up.
Harman had great brands, but the processes were falling apart.
I have a big bias to the people who understand global aspects.
I feel burnout comes as a result of consistent over-simulation.
A strong working relationship requires every participant to be on the same page.
I seldom watch TV, but I often get caught up in cricket no matter what time they are on.
At the end of the day, I am a Marwari. So I will always think of business like a Marwari!
Every quarter, we give an award for a breakthrough idea even if it doesn't make it to market.
Innovation is critical to the heartbeat of any successful corporation in the industrialized world.
Multinational brands, especially those with successful legacies, often struggle in emerging countries.
Leaders have to be intensely aware and be bold and flexible enough to adjust course ahead of impending changes.
Problem-solving is essential to engineering. Engineers are constantly on the lookout for a better way to do things.
Every good business story has a conflict and triumph at the core and a turning point where a transformation takes place.
I am baffled by many Western politicians who continually blame low-cost imported goods for their own economic challenges.
Engineers have shown to embody a tremendous amount of leadership skills through the collaborative educational environment.
U.S. is a merit-based society... There is no glass ceiling if you have good performance track record and leadership skills.
Giving back to the communities and institutions that helped us achieve success is a value we share and a privilege we embrace.
Ironically, the more deliberate we are in our work - cranking through our inboxes, clearing our to-do lists - the more myopic we become.
I know that my day wouldn't be nearly as streamlined or productive if it weren't for my team - a team that begins with my Executive Assistant.
I have a clear bias for international, global experience. On my management team, everybody has two or three countries they've lived and worked in.
We should be biased toward action. We are trying to be a nimble and cohesive culture where people can be heard and there is openness and innovation.
Oftentimes, successful brands can lose discipline or become complacent over time, applying less rigor to the cost control and returns on investment.
Relationships are personal, even in business, so sharing some of yourself and taking an interest in others helps to build trust and break down walls.
Connected vehicle technologies are revolutionizing and democratizing transportation for safer, smarter, more responsible, and more accessible driving.
The real competitive advantage will come to countries and companies who differentiate their offerings through education, innovation, and productivity.
As devices become more portable and content is increasingly digital, connectivity is fast becoming a fundamental expectation and lifestyle requirement.
On the professional side, I derive great happiness and energy by solving tough business and organisational problems - even taking on tough meetings with customers.
A degree in Liberal Arts has long been considered the most adaptable, with humanitarian and societal studies that prepare graduates to enter a wide variety of careers.
Collaboration is a key part of the success of any organization, executed through a clearly defined vision and mission and based on transparency and constant communication.
Leaders who can push themselves beyond their comfort zones and understand how to harness the power of reverse innovation have the chance to become the next great visionaries.
When our schedules are busy, and we are working hard on the tasks immediately at hand, it can be difficult to see that big, potential breakthrough idea right in front of us, much less act on it.
Engineering has proven to be one of the most fruitful tracks of study in the job market, as the skills and training developed by an engineering program are far more versatile than many believed.
Being a CEO requires a specific skill set, and a background in engineering equips individuals with the ability to plan logically and make decisions that fit properly within the context of the business.
Brightstar's global infrastructure, deep wireless experience, and strong channel relationships makes it an optimal partner as we expand the global reach of Harman Lifestyle products and the Harman Kardon brand.
Technology has enabled an environment where information is constantly fed to us on a real-time basis. You can't slow the feed of information, nor would you want to, but you can control and organize your consumption.
The global 'currency wars' are likely here to stay due to the fine line between legitimate monetary balancing and sometimes self-serving trade manipulation. But these artificial mechanisms lack tangible or lasting value.
After I finished my degree in India in 1980, I came to the U.S. to get a master's, and I was teaching quantum physics to freshmen. As I got my bearings as to what goes on in labs, I understood that to teach, you have to learn.
Leaders of companies of any size, at any stage of development spend a lot of time focused on growing the business. We develop our game plan and ensure that we are optimally executing on our objectives. We concentrate on looking forward.
I was known for being quite... ruthless at ABB. I drove hard targets, pushed my people. But I was always fair. Once I was convinced of someone, I let them handle things themselves. But if you kept doing badly, there was no place for you.
Whether you lead an early-stage startup or a well-established company, it is critical to challenge yourself and your team to prepare for the next disruptive force - be it a shift in the market, a new consumer trend, or a competing innovation.
To realize the incredible potential of connected cars and autonomous driving, we must continue to forge innovative global partnerships that engage everyone from automakers and Internet of Things players to government and educational institutions.
What we're looking at is a future where cars will be comfortable and safe and offer the luxuries of both home and office. That means lots of sensors and software, as well as the critical safety systems to protect the car's information from hackers.
I know firsthand that the characteristics of a great engineer - problem-solving skills, a deep understanding of technology, and a results-driven mindset - are the exact same things that any executive, in any industry, must have in order to succeed.