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Setbacks are opportunities, not deterrents: Tata boss tells graduates
Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran has urged graduates to view failures as chances to redouble their efforts and set ambitious career goals as they enter the professional world. Speaking at a university convocation, he emphasized that India faces an unprecedented period of economic growth driven by technological advancement.
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Addressing the third convocation of Sai University on Saturday, Chandrasekaran encouraged young professionals to maintain continuous improvement and resist being discouraged by professional setbacks. "Prepare continuously for your careers and do not be deterred by setbacks," he said, urging graduates to measure their progress against personal benchmarks rather than external pressures.
The Tata Sons chairman highlighted India's economic prospects amid rapid technological transformation. With artificial intelligence and digital disruption reshaping global markets, he noted that India stands on the cusp of economic growth that could prove "unparalleled" in its history and globally for decades ahead.
Addressing how graduates should navigate challenges, Chandrasekaran advocated reframing adversity as an advantage. "View pressure as a privilege rather than being deterred by high-stakes environments or complex problem-solving," he advised, emphasizing that pushing oneself toward meaningful goals requires sustained effort and resilience.
The chairman's remarks underscored the importance of setting bold, audacious objectives as young professionals begin their careers, while maintaining focus on personal development and continuous learning in a rapidly evolving economic landscape.