R Gopalakrishnan & Hrishi Bhattacharyya, Co-Authors, ‘Embrace the Future’
- Mr. Gopalakrishnan is the former vice chairman of Kinder Stein, Unilever Limited.
- He is the director of Tata Sons, the chairman of Castrol, India, and the director of the Press Trust of India.
Podcast
Overview
In the latest episode of “The Brand Called You,” R Gopalakrishnan and Hrishi Bhattacharyya, co-authors of the transformative book “Embrace the Future” share their deep insights on business strategy, the importance of purpose, and how leaders can navigate change. With decades of experience at top firms like Unilever and Tata Sons, Gopalakrishnan and Bhattacharyya offer invaluable lessons for both established leaders and ambitious startups.
00:50- About R Gopalakrishnan & Hrishi Bhattacharyya
- Mr. Gopalakrishnan is the former vice chairman of Kinder Stein, Unilever Limited.
- He is the director of Tata Sons, the chairman of Castrol, India, and the director of the Press Trust of India.
- Mr. Hrishi Bhattacharyya who lives in Chicago is the former senior vice president of Unilever.
23:02- What advice do you have for leaders who are dealing with resistance to change within their teams?
- Integrate both emotional and rational approaches when implementing changes. Ensure the purpose and targeted future are well-articulated, supported by logic, consumer insights, and technology, to create a compelling and sensible vision.
- Present ideas that are well-thought-out and make sense. Avoid bringing half-baked ideas to the team, as this increases resistance. Clear, powerful ideas with logical foundations are more likely to gain initial acceptance, even if some resistance remains.
- Address change in a way that enhances team members’ futures rather than threatening them. Show how the business’s success and future growth align with the personal and professional success of the current team. This alignment can help reduce resistance by connecting change to positive outcomes for individuals.
31:09- What do you hope readers will take away from Embrace the Future?
- Timeless and Timely Leadership: The book aims to provide leadership principles that are both timeless and relevant to today’s context, appealing to leaders at all stages of their careers.
- Broad Appeal: The goal is to resonate with a wide range of leaders, from young managers to seasoned executives, emphasizing that leadership is present at every step of a career.
- Practical Application: The book intends to offer practical insights and examples that leaders across generations can use in their everyday roles, ensuring the concepts are relatable and actionable.
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Learn more about R Gopalakrishnan: LinkedIn
Hrishi Bhattacharyya: No LinkedIn
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- Mr. Gopalakrishnan is the former vice chairman of Kinder Stein, Unilever Limited.
- He is the director of Tata Sons, the chairman of Castrol, India, and the director of the Press Trust of India.
- Mr. Hrishi Bhattacharyya who lives in Chicago is the former senior vice president of Unilever.
