January 15, 2024, Virginia, USA

NOTE:  This scholarship is made possible by an anonymous donor (DonorsTrust)

Founded nearly 100 years ago, Raisina is a senior secondary school located on Mandir Marg, New Delhi, India.  It is an English-medium school, with a special focus on the “Bengali” language and culture.  Prior to the 9^th grade, Bengali is compulsory, while at the secondary level, students can opt for Hindi, Bengali or Sanskrit as their primary language.  The school has three streams of education – Science, Commerce and the Arts. 

For 2024, MKK-USA plans to provide ten (10) scholarships to meritorious and needy students.  The “Scholarship Fund” will be managed by Mr. Achintya Sengupta (a 1964 graduate of Raisina) and Mrs. Kamala Mookerjee (a retired teacher from St. Thomas School).  Selection of scholars (after results are announced in March/April), will be done by Raisina’s Principal and senior teachers, in consultation with the Fund managers. 

Pradeep Ganguly, Ph.D., Founder 

“We will make a difference in the lives of children – one child at a time,” 

Have you noticed that U.S. INFLATION is under control (and inching down)?  

One reason for this is the renewed emphasis in the United States on supply change management.  The Covid-19 pandemic had disrupted supply chains around the globe, making it costlier to manufacture/produce, stock, distribute and get items to the consumer.

It’s time for the FED to stop raising interest rates any more (should start bring them down soon), and let the economy heal, create jobs, and grow without stifling inflation.

It is heartening to see that the White House Council on Supply Change Resilience, created in November. 2023, is working hard to fix supply chains in the U.S.  We do not want another baby-formula or food shortage driving up prices.  Wharton professor Dr. Marshall Fisher says, “In terms of a grade, I would give it an A-plus for what it’s (the Council on Supply Chain) is trying to do…”  He also says that It is critical to our national security, not just getting products to consumers cost-effectively and in a timely manner.  “Why Supply Chains Are Key to Fighting Inflation – Knowledge at Wharton (upenn.edu)”
 
UPDATE – December 16, 2023.  Great News:  The FED paused rate increases in December, and hinted at three possible rate cuts in early 2024. 

Pradeep Ganguly

Here is a great article by Harvard Business Review: https://lnkd.in/eCZZqURv
Many leaders work extremely long hours, and ignore their own well-being. Brigid Schulte writes in the HBR that a great leader can lead, work very hard, and also take care of their own well-being.
Pradeep Ganguly
The Continents States University

From:  “You Can Be a Great Leader and Also Have a Life,” HBR

Also, never forget those that promoted you, those that gave you credit for a job well done, and those that defended you in a difficult time. 
Pradeep Ganguly
The Continents States University

From: Motivational Quotes

Wharton marketing professor Dr. David Reibstein is out with his latest ranking of countries. According to his study, Switzerland tops the list again.
What Is the Best Country in the World? – Knowledge at Wharton (upenn.edu)
According to him, Switzerland is economically stable, open for business, have great education, have a good quality of life and comfortable retirement.
According to Reibstein, the U.S. – 5th overall – ranks high in entrepreneurship, agility and power, but gets low ranks for quality of life (23rd) and  open for business. (59th).  The low ranking for “open for business” means that U.S. economic development professionals have a lot of work to do.
Reibstein says that India is the “Rising Star.” It is the country to invest in. He states, “If you want to bet on development in any country, India is the one that a lot of people put their money behind.”

Here are the TOP TEN: Switzerland, Canada, Sweden, Australia, United States, Japan, Germany, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Netherlands.
Pradeep Ganguly
The Continents States University

Are you ready to upgrade your skills and be prepared for a new opportunity or a better opportunity in your current workplace? A master’s degree that is affordable, flexible and accredited may be the right choice for you in this changing job market. It may also bring you higher income and more job satisfaction.
Get ready, and consider the Continents States University. We are here to help you and guide you to a better future.

The Continents States University
Pradeep Ganguly, Dean of the Graduate School
https://www.continents.us/

Some start-ups succeed and become Billion-dollar companies. But why do so many start-ups fail?

Bill Gross (IdeaLab) did a study to find out the reason. He analyzed FIVE major factors to find out WHY

STRAT-UPS SUCCEED: Ideas, Team, Business Model, Funding and Timing.

He was surprised by the results. Read more to find out:
https://lnkd.in/eS7espEN

Pradeep Ganguly
The Continents States University

Here are six great suggestions from the Harvard Business Review Editors for management to show gratitude at work (Our Favorite Management Tips About Showing Gratitude at Work (hbr.org).

1.    Write notes of appreciation to your team
2.    Lead with compassion
3.    Find (small) ways to show appreciation and gratitude
4.    Thank your employees in a meaningful way
5.    Practice gracious communication
6.    Model kindness on your team

May I also add, lead with empathy in everything you do as a leader.

Pradeep Ganguly

Yes, follow your dreams. In addition, do read my other Post on LinkedIn where I stated that TIMING is the most important factor in the success of an enterprise.

Pradeep Ganguly

The Continents States University

Under PM Narendra Modi, India has emerged as a Global Leader, on its way to becoming the greatest economic power in the world. “India will become the Number One economy in the world,” John Chambers, CEO of Cisco Systems.

Now, let’s call her by her real name – BHARAT.

Next, let’s not call BHARAT a part of the Commonwealth – there was, nor is, anything common in commonwealth. It was the wealth that the Brits looted from India and the rest of the world. It’s a shame that they display them on their Crown and in their museums.

Just my 2-cents worth!

Pradeep Ganguly