08/05/2025
We spoke to over 400 students at University - not about marks or degrees, but about skills that truly shape a person.
Marks can open doors, but skills decide whether you will stay in the room. We talked about the skills that matter most in the 21st century:
Communication-to express yourself, Critical thinking-to question and solve, Problem solving-because life would not always give you the answers, Digital literacy - to stay relevant in a fast-changing world and Emotional intelligence – the foundation of both personal and professional success.
Emotional Intelligence means understanding your own emotions and knowing how to manage them in a healthy way. It also helps you understand other people’s feelings, which makes it easier to build strong relationships, solve conflicts, and work better in teams. EQ is not just about being “emotional”-it is about staying calm under pressure, making good decisions, and showing empathy. Whether it is in your career or personal life, emotional intelligence plays a big role in helping you grow, stay mentally healthy, and live a happier, more balanced life.
No matter how talented or smart we are, without emotional intelligence, success can feel empty. so we should start building our emotional intelligence.
A heartfelt thank you to IIMT University and the School of Basic Sciences & Technology for giving me the opportunity to connect with such bright young minds.