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What lessons would you give your younger self? We asked Jayan Nair, SVP and Head of Global Human Resources. He shares valuable life lessons we can all learn from.   Embrace variety Take on as many varied roles as possible in the first ten years of your career; you'll develop a broader outlook and diverse skills. Have fun Set aside time for your interests and passions. It can be a small portion of your day but it is key for your happiness that you spend some time on it.  Be of help Be there to support others, always. You may not be able to find solutions to all their issues but on man...

What lessons would you give your younger self? Vijay Chakravarthy, VP, Consulting and Digital Transformation team, shares uplifting and actionable lessons we can all follow.   Mind the company you keep Surround yourself with people who encourage and inspire you.You will gain immense confidence and motivation from their presence. Be kind Show kindness and build strong relationships with family and friends.Don't expect anything in return; you will soon realise the act of giving is more fulfilling than receiving.  Add 'patience' and 'persistence' to your vocabulary Success in attaining ...

What lessons would you give your younger self? We asked Chris Branagan, Chief Technology Officer at IBS Software, to share his advice.  Stretch yourself If you are not a little bit afraid and thinking 'I cannot do this, I'll be found out' when starting a new job early in your career, then you are not pushing yourself. Value teamwork and morale Some of my best successes have been collective achievements when we all clicked, were in sync, delivering at pace. Identify your passions Try to recognise what you enjoy about your job, maybe become the 'go-to' person for a subject. Think about why ...

What lessons would you give your younger self? We asked Aravind Parameswaran, Senior Service Delivery Manager at IBS Software, to share his advice. Get skilled Develop valuable life skills such as learning to cook, budgeting and changing your car tires. You'll gain confidence from these tasks and develop creativity, problem-solving and critical thinking skills, enabling you to handle tougher challenges in life.  Health first Prioritise looking after your health. If you stay fit, everything else around you will look and feel a whole lot better. Don't delay tasks  Heed the proverb 'Don...

What lessons would you give your younger self? We asked Mathew Koshy, Senior Manager, Product Management Architecture at IBS Software, to share his advice. Consider your core values Establish your core values early on and make them the foundation as you build your life and career. They will be your beacon of light as you navigate the ups and downs. Become a mentor Be a mentor and share your expertise, it is a great privilege. It builds a lifelong relationship, furthers your own knowledge, and creates a shared success. These moments will stand out in later years. Be thoughtful about your time a...