Shaping Tomorrow’s Leaders With a Hint of EQ and IQ | Major General Rajan Kochhar | TEDxDSC

In his TED Talk, he delved into the true essence of leadership. He asserted that leadership is fundamentally measured by the character of an individual. Drawing from his extensive experience, he shared inspiring stories of notable military figures like General Sam Manekshaw, the Chief of Army Staff during the Indo-Pak War of 1971, and Captain Vikram Batra, to illustrate the profound impact of character in leadership. General Kochhar highlighted the significant difference between Emotional Quotient (EQ) and Intelligence Quotient (IQ), emphasising that success is driven primarily by emotional intelligence. He stressed the importance of belief, passion, and reputation in shaping one's character and underscored that trust within an organisation is built on a foundation of strong character. Major General Rajan Kochhar completed extensive service in Jammu & Kashmir, and the North-East. He is a former MGAOC Central Command and an acclaimed author of "Breaking the Chinese Myth." Recognized with prestigious awards, including the Vishisht Seva Medal awarded by the President of India, his contributions are unmatched. He also plays pivotal roles as the Director of the Environmental & Consumer Protection Foundation of India and the Chief Patron of the International Institute of Influencers. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx