<p><br></p><p><strong>Summary</strong></p><p>In this enlightening conversation, Professor V Ramgopal Rao discusses the critical importance of emotional and adaptability quotients in education, the challenges faced by the Indian higher education system, and the need for substantial reforms. He emphasizes the disparities in funding between Indian institutions and their global counterparts, the role of teachers, and the necessity for a research-driven ecosystem. The discussion also touches on the future of engineering disciplines, the impact of AI, and the importance of long-term vision in career planning. Professor Rao shares insights on entrepreneurship in academia and the need for a shift towards product innovation in India, particularly in the semiconductor industry. The conversation concludes with a rapid-fire round, revealing personal insights and reflections on education and career choices.</p><br><p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p><p>Emotional and adaptability quotients are crucial for students.</p><p>The education system needs to adapt to modern challenges.</p><p>Funding disparities hinder the growth of private institutions.</p><p>India must invest more in science and technology.</p><p>Philanthropy in education is essential for growth.</p><p>Private universities need a sustainable financial model.</p><p>Research and development funding is critical for innovation.</p><p>Students should focus on long-term career visions.</p><p>Degree and skills both play a role in employability.</p><p>India needs more product startups to drive innovation.</p><br><p><strong>Sound bites</strong></p><p>"Netflixfication of education is a problem."</p><p>"We need more product startups in India."</p><p>"Degree vs. skills is a crucial debate."</p><br><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>0:00:00 Precap</p><p>0:02:00 The Importance of Emotional Quotient in Education</p><p>0:04:33 Challenges Facing Private Universities in India</p><p>0:05:32 Funding Disparities in Higher Education</p><p>0:08:09 The Need for Educational Reform in India</p><p>0:11:14 Infrastructure Challenges in Indian Education</p><p>0:14:10 The Semiconductor Industry and India's Position</p><p>0:16:52 Innovation in Core Engineering Sectors</p><p>0:19:40 The Role of Academia in Entrepreneurship</p><p>0:22:37 Career Choices for Engineering Students</p><p>0:25:12 The Path to Becoming Experts in Technology</p><p>0:34:52 Degree vs. Skill: The Ongoing Debate</p><p>0:37:59 The Employability Crisis in India</p><p>0:41:47 R&amp;D Spending: The Need for Investment</p><p>0:47:33 The Future of Engineering Disciplines</p><p>0:50:17 AI-Driven Education: The Amaravati Campus</p><p>01:01:58 Long-Term Vision: Choosing a Career Path</p><br><p>Guest LI profile link:</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramgopalrao/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramgopalrao/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.bits-pilani.ac.in/rrao/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.bits-pilani.ac.in/rrao/</a></p><br><p>Connect with the host on LinkedIn:</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamala/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamala/</a></p><br><p>Also, Tune into our Hindi, Telugu &amp; Kannada podcasts here:</p><p>YouTube:</p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/THEGUIDINGVOICE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/TGVHindi</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/TGVTelugu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/TGVTelugu</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/TGVKannada" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/TGVKannada</a></p><br><p>Spotify:</p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/1GvX6tvmfelawEba0F6KS4" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/1GvX6tvmfelawEba0F6KS4</a></p><p><a href="http://surl.li/tmksx" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://surl.li/tmksx</a> (#tgvtelugu)</p><br><p>Grab a copy of Naveen Samala’s latest book, <strong>“69 Naked Truths”</strong></p><br><p>Amazon:&nbsp; <a href="https://tinyurl.com/69NTAMZN" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/69NTAMZN</a></p><p>Flipkart: <a href="https://tinyurl.com/69NTFPKT" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/69NTFPKT</a></p><br><p>TGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 &amp; 2 are on Amazon</p><p>Kindle:</p><p><a href="https://amzn.eu/d/cKTKtyC" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.eu/d/cKTKtyC</a></p><br><p>Paperback:</p><p><a href="https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj</a></p><br><p>Volume 2:</p><p>Notion Press:<a href="http://surl.li/tmkry" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> http://surl.li/tmkry</a></p><p>Use the Coupon code:&nbsp; NAVEEN20 on notionpress.com to avail a 20% discount</p><br><p>Kindle Edition:</p><p><a href="http://surl.li/tmmmn" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://surl.li/tmmmn</a></p><p>AMZ IN: <a href="http://surl.li/tmmnb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://surl.li/tmmnb</a></p><p>AMZ UK: <a href="http://surl.li/tmmnl" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://surl.li/tmmnl</a></p><br><p>FOLLOW ON X:</p><p>@guidingvoice</p><p>@naveensamala</p><br><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. 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