A fellowship lecture on ‘Effectiveness and Leadership’ was delivered by Ashim Kumar Banerjee, formerly of Patanjali Foods, at North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) here today.
This event was jointly organised by the Shillong chapter of the Indian Science Congress Association; Shillong chapter of the Indian Society for Training and Development (ISTD); NEHU and Rotary Club of Orchid City Shillong (RCOCS).
The inaugural session started with the welcome address by Prof Devesh Walia, who highlighted that effectiveness and leadership are two interconnected concepts that play a crucial role in achieving success and driving positive outcomes in various domains, including business, politics, and personal development.
Banerjee mentioned that a clear understanding of goals and objectives helps individuals or organisations prioritise tasks and allocate resources effectively. He highlighted that effectiveness can be evaluated and measured differently. In the business world, effectiveness can be assessed in terms of achieving organizational objectives, increasing profitability, improving productivity, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Personal effectiveness relates to an individual’s ability to achieve their goals and perform tasks efficiently. Effectiveness in social programmes is measured by the extent to which they achieve their intended social or community goals.
This includes assessing the impact of programs aimed at poverty alleviation, education, healthcare access, environmental conservation, and other social issues. He also emphasised that effective leadership inspires individuals or teams to work together, motivates them to perform at their best, and fosters an environment of collaboration and growth.
