RESPOND INSTEAD OF REACTING BY AZIM PREMJI
Respond instead of reacting is a thought of provoking essay by Azem Premji chaimpan of Wipro technology. This is an extract form his speech given as part of the shaping young program.
*I am very happy to be here with you. It is always wonderful to be with young people. The funny thing about life is that you realize the value of something only when it begins to leave you. As my hair turned from black, to salt and pepper and finally salt without the pepper, I have begun to realize the importance of youth. At the same time, I have begun to truly appreciate some of the lessons I have learnt along the way. I hope you will find them useful when you plan your own career and life.........
*The writer emphasizes to build their strength rather than worry about their weakness. Once the innate abilities are identified and natured one can work on one's weakness and overcome them.The writer shares that hard-work and self-work alone can give one’s more satisfaction than gifted. Premji stress the importance of humility and gratitude. He tells that we should be grateful for all the blessings we have received in life. Premji teaches us that we must strive for excellence. Excellence cannot be imposed from outside. The need for it should be from within. Every one achieve success in whatever way you define it and what gives you the maximum happiness in life. Remember, those who win are those who believe they can.
Finally the writer describes the importance of self-confidence............