Assumptions and choices in life | Rajalakshmi Srinivasan | TEDxPanimalarEngineeringCollege
What holds us back often isn’t lack of knowledge — but the weight of assumptions, both our own and those imposed by others. In this insightful talk, the speaker challenges conventional thinking around education, communication, and personal freedom. By exploring the power of unlearning and the art of asking the right questions, this talk offers practical wisdom on navigating judgments, making conscious choices, and living life on your own terms. Rajalakshmi Srinivasan is a seasoned technology leader with over 25 years of experience at Zoho Corporation. As Director of Product Management, she currently heads the Robotic Process Automation (RPA) product line, driving innovation and execution in a competitive tech landscape.Over the years, she has worked across critical domains including database scaling, network monitoring, application performance, and user experience management. Known for her strategic thinking and ability to transform ideas into scalable products, she has played a key role in the evolution of Zoho’s enterprise offerings.Rajalakshmi is also an active public speaker, engaging with academic and professional audiences on topics such as technology leadership, innovation, and women in tech. She holds a degree in Computer Science from the College of Engineering, Guindy (CEG), Chennai, and is widely recognized for her commitment to mentoring and empowering young professionals in the technology space. 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
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