From Bhisma to Krishna: Evolving Leadership Styles in Mahabharat
Introduction
Welcome, listeners, to “Exploring Mahabharata’s Teachings with Debasis,” a podcast brought to you by the Dwarkadhish Holistic Centre. I’m your host, Dhwani. Today, we’re delving into a topic that bridges ancient wisdom with modern leadership: *From Bhishma to Krishna: Evolving Leadership Styles in the Mahabharata.*
My guest today is a man who has masterfully connected these two worlds. Please welcome Mr. Debasis Satapathy, Chief General Manager – HR at NBCC, a Government of India enterprise. Mr. Satapathy is a visionary leader and a scholar dedicated to applying the timeless lessons of the Mahabharata to contemporary business challenges. He’s an intellectual powerhouse, having inspired over 5,000 executives across various corporations by demonstrating the relevance of this epic in management.
His mission to popularise the Mahabharata in management education has earned him numerous accolades. He’s also a highly sought-after visiting faculty at prestigious institutions, including IIMs, IITs, and other premier business schools. Currently pursuing his Ph.D. at XLRI, Mr. Satapathy brings an incredible depth of knowledge and a unique perspective to our discussion. I’m honored to have him here. Welcome, Mr. Satapathy!
From Bhisma to Krishna
Topic Covered:
- Leader vs Manager in Mahabharat
- Autocratic Leadership
- Servant Leadership
- Decisive Bhishma & his Differentiating Competencies
- Critical Thinker Sakuni and his Differentiating Competencies
