Weighing In On A New Scale: Could this be ‘The End’ to the Number Obsession? I remember one evening when I indulged in a lavish dinner at Urban Tadka, savoring the rich flavors of North Indian cuisine. The aroma of butter naan fresh from the tandoor, the creamy, spicy paneer […]
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How to Get a Heads Up on Your Interview? (CV edition)
If I tell you there are strategies to give you a heads up for your interview, I think I already have your attention. This blog post is based on a recent conversation I had with Professor Sameer Sahasrabudhe When you sit for your interview, my goal is to make you […]
Read MoreMake Your First Move Count: Crafting Abstracts that Win Over Reviewers
Did you know that the language you use in your paper’s abstract can significantly impact its citation count? Don’t believe me- See the Published Proof here. Let’s break this down with a simple example. (Obvio expect an example of MOOC. You know my priority) Imagine there are two scientific papers: […]
Read MoreBehaviour Science Elixir (and Why You Should Care!)
BeSci is THE Answer to “Why People Do What They Do“ Have you ever signed up for a course on Coursera or EdX, duolingo brimming with enthusiasm, only to find yourself losing steam halfway through? You’re not alone! Completing online courses (MOOCs) can be a challenge. But what if I […]
Read MoreUser-Generated Content with IMPRZD: A Product Review
Imagine a platform that seamlessly converts user experiences into powerful social proof, attracting new customers and building your brand like never before. That’s IMPRZD in a nutshell. I recently stumbled upon IMPRZD through SWAYAM, an online learning platform where I completed a 8 week course on ‘Designing Learner Centric MOOCs’. […]
Read MoreFull Circle Moments: Small World, Big Achievements, and Compassion Unfolded
I’m ecstatic to spill the beans on my jaw-dropping 91.09% 10th board triumph. 🏆 But, hang on a sec – “Wait, hasn’t this been years ago?” Welcome to the ‘small world’ and ‘What goes around, comes around’ saga, where my life is a living, breathing testament to these cosmic twists! […]
Read MoreBook Bait: How I Hooked Myself into Reading
So, there I was, a professor with a library practically next door, drowning in a sea of digital distraction. Digital Dilemma: The battle between a paperback and a digital screen is fierce. Distractions lurked everywhere – emails, notifications, and the constant temptation to “just check one more thing.” (I am […]
Read MoreLinkedIn Premium: A Generous Giveaway or Just a Traffic Boost?
🎉 Exciting news! I have 10 referrals for a FREE 2-month trial of LinkedIn Premium! 🎉 What started as an innocent offer soon snowballed into an unintentional social experiment, revealing the depths of desperation and the intriguing perceptions surrounding job security tied to a premium LinkedIn account. The Experiment: Curiosity […]
Read MoreA look into my Design Thinking Class: Going Beyond Sticky Notes Chaos!
Design Thinking: A Quick Overview Potential Career Paths in Design The Sticky Situation: 📌 Myth about Design Thinking: it’s not just sticky notes chaos!! We’ve all seen those YouTube clips featuring the same workshop materials – a rainbow of sticky notes scattered across walls. It’s time to break free from […]
Read MoreNudge or Not to Nudge: The Thin Line Between Choice and Decision
Choices, Decisions, and the Puppetry of Behavioral Science. In the context of Nudge theory and behavioral science, the terms “decision” and “choice” are often used interchangeably, but they can have subtle distinctions depending on the perspective. To debunk the difference between the two- I will be presenting Generic and Specific […]
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