Lecture on your Future

Published on: December 5, 2024

Two-Day Guest Lecture on “Your Future is Dependent on Your Habits” Empowers MBA Students

On the 4th and 5th of December 2024, the Himalayan School of Management Studies (HSMS) at Swami Rama Himalayan University hosted a two-day guest lecture titled “Your Future is Dependent on Your Habits” for the MBA third-semester students. The lecture was delivered by Mr. A.P. Parigi, Chairperson of the HSMS Business Advisory Council and a distinguished business leader known for his corporate expertise and entrepreneurial insights. The event took place at KLT-8 on the third floor of HSMS and was convened by Dr. Gargi Pant Shukla.

The lecture aimed to motivate students to reflect on and improve their daily habits by understanding their pivotal role in shaping long-term career success and personal growth. Mr. Parigi emphasized the importance of self-discipline, routine, and focused effort as foundational elements that lead to sustained excellence. Through his engaging narrative, he connected the science of habit formation with practical strategies for behavioral change, helping students appreciate the compound effect of consistent positive actions.

During the sessions, Mr. Parigi discussed the psychology behind habits, advocated building effective morning routines, and encouraged students to eliminate time-wasting behaviors. He shared inspiring real-life examples of successful individuals whose disciplined habits contributed to their transformational achievements. Students were guided to set achievable micro-goals and regularly evaluate their progress, fostering a growth mindset centered on resilience and purpose. Mr. Parigi’s message resonated with the idea that excellence is a habit formed through conscious effort over time.

The second day concluded with an interactive Q&A session where students actively engaged with questions on overcoming procrastination, managing distractions—especially digital habits—balancing ambition with personal well-being, and maintaining motivation amid peer pressure. Mr. Parigi offered practical advice and tools aimed at enhancing personal productivity and emotional regulation.

The lecture successfully raised awareness about the power of small, consistent actions and inspired students to take ownership of their routines. It provided them with actionable insights to cultivate personal excellence and aligned well with HSMS’s vision of holistic student development. Overall, the event left a lasting impact, empowering students to build habits that will support their future professional and personal success.

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International Endowed Chair Professor

Prof Rakesh Kumar

Prof Rakesh Kumar is the Founder and President of the Breast Cancer in Young Women Foundation (USA), dedicated to vaddressing the distinct issues affecting young women with breast cancer. He also serves as the International Endowed Chair Professor at the Cancer Research Institute of the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences. Additionally, he holds adjunct professorships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr Kumar earned his Ph.D. from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1984 and began his research career at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in January 1986. From 1988 to 2017, he held various academic and leadership positions —including faculty member, tenured professor, distinguished professor, endowed chair, department chair, and research leader—at esteemed institutions such as Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. From 2017 to 2022, he served as the National Chair for Cancer Research for the Government of India and as a distinguished professor, continuing his innovative work in breast cancer research.

With nearly 40 years of research and professional experience, Dr. Kumar has made conceptual contributions to the field of cancer research (h-index 108, citations >50,000). He has authored over 325 peer-reviewed publications, edited or co-edited nine books, and delivered 290 invited lectures worldwide. His work has been featured on the covers of 18 major cancer journals and has been highlighted in institutional research reports of the MD Anderson Cancer Center.

A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Kumar has guided 67 trainees throughout his career. He serves on the editorial boards of multiple leading cancer journals and has served on the editorial boards of 21 top cancer journals. His global reputation is further demonstrated by his participation in about 100 peer-review panels for cancer research funding in the US and internationally over the past 28 years.

Dr. Kumar's innovative research has earned him numerous prestigious honors, including the Hinkle Society Faculty Award at Penn State University (1994), the Dalla/Fort Worth Living Legend Faculty Achievement Award in Basic Sciences (2004), the Ranbaxy Research Award (2006), and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research (2013), among others. Dr. Kumar's pioneering research continues to have a profound influence on the fields of oncology and breast cancer, opening up new opportunities for biomedical scientists and trainees worldwide.