APJ Abdul Kalam on Leadership After Failure -- Interview with Former President of India
Episode Description
KNOWLEDGE@WHARTON ARCHIVES: In a rare interview during the Wharton India Economic Forum in Philadelphia in April of 2008, forrmer President of India APJ Abdul Kalam spoke with Knowledge at Wharton about his legendary career as a scientist, his vision for India’s future, and the most important traits for leaders, among other issues. Kalam's contributions to science and technology, his commitment to education and social development, and his vision for a prosperous and inclusive India make him a timeless figure in Indian history.
More on this interview: https://knowledge.wharton.upenn.edu/article/former-president-apj-abdul-kalam-a-leader-should-know-how-to-manage-failure/
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Brief Summary
APJ Abdul Kalam discusses leadership, creativity, and India's future in this insightful conversation.
Key points
- APJ Abdul Kalam's Vision for India. Kalam shares his insights on India's growth and leadership qualities needed for the future.
- Lessons from Failure. Kalam recounts a significant failure in his career and the lessons learned from it.
- Energy Independence by 2030. Kalam outlines his vision for India to achieve energy independence through renewable sources.
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Episode highlights
- APJ Abdul Kalam's Vision for IndiaKalam shares his insights on India's growth and leadership qualities needed for the future.“A leader must have a vision without ambition; he will not be a leader.”8:17Apr 3, 2008
- Lessons from FailureKalam recounts a significant failure in his career and the lessons learned from it.“When failure occurred, the leader warned the leader of failure.”12:30Apr 3, 2008
- Energy Independence by 2030Kalam outlines his vision for India to achieve energy independence through renewable sources.“Solar power efficiency will go up in the CNT background.”16:25Apr 3, 2008
