Vinay Dua

Many times overlooked but most important aspect for a Systems Engineer is to always think “business outcomes” while designing a solution and always link to CXO priorities and learn to articulate business benefits in the pitch.

Decide on what design tools that you may want to completely leverage, especially the most practical and versatile Generative AI design tools. Effectively incorporating the use of AI as an Assistant and mastering the Gen AI tools, that protect creative rights, and allow creation of On-brand assets, which are ready to be used commercially, is the sure shot way of ensuring higher productivity in almost any field and not be bogged down by the workload.

Since the perpetrator of Stress is our mind, and the thoughts it generates, the ultimate tool to manage stress is our ability to breathe deeply and consciously (even if for a few seconds), thus diverting our focus away from negative thoughts generated by mind. Mindfulness App on Apple Watch is one of the best Apps in accomplishing well the most basic of tasks (a.ka deep breathing). One more very effective tool is the Journaling App on iPhone, which helps in maintaining a digital journal allowing me to reflect on emotions and convert stress to something creative through reflecting and writing. Another great stress buster for me are the Adobe Creative Cloud applications for creating visual digital content using Adobe Sensei Generative AI.

1. Come out with Alternate Models - Just like text to image Generative AI that gives four variations, run more than one variation of a project, defined as per feedback from team members so they feel included and this approach will increase the chances of coming out with something unique. 2. Identify Root Causes - Conduct one-on-one meetings to understand individual team members' concerns and challenges. 3. Provide Purpose and Vision - Clearly articulate the project's purpose, goals, and how each team member contributes to its success. Ensure tasks are taken up by team members based on what they love to do.

1. Create a Safe Environment where colleagues feel comfortable expressing their concerns and opinions. 2. Listen Actively to really understand the underlying issues and emotions driving the resistance. 3. Model positive conflict resolution behaviours in your interactions with colleagues. 4. Organise facilitated discussions or team-building activities aimed at promoting understanding, empathy, and collaboration among colleagues. 5. If necessary, involve a neutral third party, such as a mediator or HR representative, to facilitate constructive dialogue. 6. Regularly follow up with colleagues to monitor progress, address any ongoing issues or concerns.

1. Encourage Innovation - Allow team members to experiment with new ideas. 2. Offer Autonomy - Trust your team members to make decisions and take ownership of their projects. 3. Recognise and Reward - Acknowledge and appreciate the efforts and achievements of your IT team, publicly. 4. Promote Collaboration - Foster an environment where team members feel comfortable sharing ideas. 5. Provide Resources and Support - Ensure that your IT team has access to the resources, and support they need to succeed in their roles. 6. Lead by Example - Lead with integrity, transparency, and humility. Be an advocate for your team, advocate for their needs, and champion their successes.