By Venkat Changavalli, PGP 1977
Synopsis
The book covered the importance of execution, ten essential qualities of a reviewer, managerial life and leadership skills, leadership styles, the process of conducting meetings, his experience of reviewing as CEO, and getting reviewed by his bosses and by 4 Chief Ministers.
The key messages of the book are:
- Review process is not about fault-finding but about collective problem-solving, learning, and growth.
- Review process is not merely an assessment tool-it is a catalyst for transformation, fostering a culture of excellence, continuous learning, and accountability.
- Review is always disciplined yet relaxed, fostering an environment where discussions are meaningful and solutions-driven.
- Review process nurtures a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and efficiency.
- Remarkable aspect of the Review is to distill complex issues into clear, actionable items.
About the Author
Venkat Changavalli is an MBA from IIM, Ahmedabad, and a B.Tech. (Chemical) from NIT, Warangal. He was trained at Wharton School, IMD, LBS, Harvard Business School, and Columbia Business School.
During his career of more than 49 years, he conceptualized, implemented, and operationalized innovative projects for the first time, such as EMRI-108 and UP-100 (112) at global standards, which brought name and fame to our country.
A strategic thinker, lucid trainer, and renowned as a great inspirational speaker to bring in beautiful insights for better management of organizations, and also the development of people.
He is at present:
- CEO-Insurance Information Bureau of India (IIB)
- Director-Sri Sri Holistic Hospitals
- Director-Rubicon Research
He has 28 years of corporate experience since 1977, from Management Trainee to CEO. He was the first CEO of Symrise India for 11 years, followed by EMRI for 6 years.
Post retirement since 2011 for 12 years, he has been Advisor to various state Governments & non-profit organizations, Director on boards, Management Consultant, Leadership Mentor, and Author.
