How important is it to have a mentor as a role model in today’s fast moving technology-driven society of the pharma industry?
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Dr Arun Garg
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It is of paramount importance to have a teacher/mentor in order to provide the right direction to th the fast developing pharma world. The teacher knows the strengths and weaknesses of the students which enables him to mould the student to gain skills for the global pharma business. He also serves as a role model to his students and provides knowledge, sills and other capabilities to face the fast developing pharma sector.
Could you share with us some details of how a teacher or mentor changed your life?
My teacher has provided me with full freedom in my research projects and also helpee fruitful research which enabled me to earn three prestigious research awards. My teacher has been an eye opener and helped me face the challenges in life and attain high positions in the pharma profession.
How did your mentor’s leadership ignite your thoughts and help your ideas take shape?
My mentors, Prof B Suresh, Vice Chancellor of JSS University and Prof SS Agarwal, Pro Vice Chancellor Amity University Noida have always been guiding me with positive ideas which helped me attain leadership qualities to be a successful pharma professional. Similarly as a mentor, I guide my students to attain high positions in pharma world.
Any tips/ suggestions to the next generation of pharma professionals, who may be mentees today.
Today, the students want to attain or gain success without persistent hardship and efforts. They use short-cuts in research and studies. My message to the young generation is that in order to be a successful pharma professional, one has to work hard with dedication and honesty.