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Jaipur, 14 May 2024 – Dr. SP Mishra, a renowned figure in the field of the Construction Equipment Sector and a celebrated author, recently graced the airwaves of Radio 90.8 FM hosted by JECRC University. In a candid interview, Dr. Mishra shared his profound experiences and insights on parenting, professional development, and the evolving landscape of education and career counselling in India.

Supporting Underrepresented Groups Dr. Mishra recounted his involvement in empowering underprivileged children through counselling sessions in Gujarat. His collaboration with an IIMA student highlighted his commitment to fostering growth and providing guidance to those in need

Professional Journey and Greatest Asset With a rich professional history spanning over 22.5 years, Dr. Mishra’s journey began as a Graduate Engineer Trainee with a German MNC in 1997. His illustrious career saw him rise to the position of National Sales Head for a Product line with a British MNC. Dr. Mishra considers his extensive travel across India and abroad, covering over 100+ towns and cities, as his greatest professional asset. This exposure has broadened his worldview, an aspect he deeply values and attributes to his success.

Responsible Social Media Use and Parenting Strategies In the digital age, Dr. Mishra advises parents to lead by example in responsible social media use. He practices what he preaches, maintaining a zero notification mode on his phone, abstaining from personal social media accounts, and implementing ‘no mobile hours’ at home. These strategies, he believes, will encourage children to adopt responsible habits.

Diverse Family Dynamics and Homeschooling Addressing the nuances of parenting in various family structures, Dr. Mishra shared his perspective on the ideal family size for cognitive development and the implications of homeschooling. While recognizing the benefits, he also pointed out the potential limitations in skill development that homeschooling might entail.