𝟐𝟓𝟏𝐊 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬 | Product Leader | Management Consultant | Mentor | Educator | Career Coach | Personal Branding Expert | Content Creator | Public Speaker | 531 Talks_130 Institutions | ISB | NUS | SRCC | HULT

A Product Leader & Digital Transformation Evangelist with 18+ years of progressive experience in Product Management, Marketing Strategy & Management Consulting in diverse industries (IT, Telecom, EdTech, Real Estate). I am passionate about building impactful B2B & B2C products and have a strong ability to identify user needs, offer creative solutions and understand data to make decisions. I managed cross-functional stakeholders and senior leaders to drive multiple teams and timely product launches. I also have proven ability to work on next-generation tech products, handle ambiguity, turn customer insight into actionable product features, take products from concept to launch stage under tight timelines and manage business, technical & operational aspects. I have developed Go-to-Market plans, product vision, ensured timely signoff & readiness

My industry experience includes managing product portfolio, growth strategy, P&L management, supply chain, cost-benefit analysis, streamlining the working SOPs for enhanced operational effectiveness, implementation along with business development, strategic planning & revenue management

My consulting experience includes business development and execution of various projects both domestic and across geographies (APAC, Australia, Africa, Europe & USA) on market feasibility, go to market strategies, digital transformation, commercial due diligence, strategy and enablement, business analysis and process re-engineering, client relationship, policy writing, PMO, business strategy and transformation in both private & public space

Certifications:
	Agile: CSM, CSP, ICP-ACC, ICP-ATF, SAFe Program Consultant (SPC)
	ITIL: v3 Intermediate, v4 Managing Professional
	Process Excellence: Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt
	Project Management: Prince2 Practitioner
	Marketing: Digital Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Google Analytics
	Others: Train the Trainer (TTT), SQA Soft Skills

Specialties:
Product Management | Digital Transformation | Product Marketing | UI/UX | Data Analytics | User Research | Product Roadmap | Product Strategy | Pricing Strategy | Go-To-Market | Stakeholder Management | Design Thinking | SaaS | Program Management | Management Consulting | Pre-Sales | L&D | ITIL | Agile

I am a Mentor, Coach, Keynote Speaker, Personal Branding Expert & B-School Visiting Faculty. I conducted 680 Corporate Training Sessions, 653 Speaker Sessions, Mentored 1200 Students and Judged 50 Events as a Jury Panelist (outreach of 275K audience)

For further discussion, I can be reached at
priyank.ahuja@gmail.com
www.priyankahuja.in

Priyank Ahuja

She missed home-cooked meals.
So her father travelled 900 km to bring home to her.

Not for profit.
Not for applause.
Just to make sure his daughter ate well and felt loved.

Because sometimes the biggest sacrifices come wrapped in the simplest routines and the greatest love shows up in the smallest stalls.

👉 Moral of the Story:

Whether it’s family, friendships, or work environments, 
the best people don’t just care. They make you feel cared for.
That’s rare. And priceless. ❤️

If you’re embarrassed by your parent’s job,
check your gratitude.

Because someone’s “small job”
funded your big dreams.

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I've seen engineers with 15 years of experience report to managers who joined 2 years ago.

The difference? One could code and the other could communicate.

The most technically brilliant people stay stuck because they can't negotiate salary, influence without authority, or give feedback without drama.

Meanwhile, average performers keep climbing.
₹2 lakhs on certifications, ₹0 on learning difficult conversations.

Your Tools & Coding Languages? Outdated in 3 years, your negotiation skills? Valuable for 50 years.

5 resources that actually worked for me:

1. "Crucial Conversations" High-stakes conversations without destroying relationships. Helped me challenge a senior stakeholder's flawed strategy without burning bridges.

2. "Never Split the Difference" FBI negotiator Chris Voss's tactics. Used his "calibrated questions" technique during salary negotiation, got 15% more without being pushy.

3. "The Culture Map" Essential for global teams. Indians give indirect feedback, Americans are direct, Japanese use silence to disagree. Saved me from multiple cultural miscommunications.

4. "Radical Candor" Care Personally + Challenge Directly. Stopped me from avoiding tough conversations. A 10-minute uncomfortable talk solved a 3-month performance issue.

5. LinkedIn Learning: "Developing Your Emotional Intelligence" 2-hour course on self-awareness. Helped me recognize why I got defensive when questioned, changed how I respond under pressure.

Pick ONE resource. 
Read it this month and apply ONE concept.

You can be the most brilliant person in the room.
But if you can't communicate your ideas or influence decisions, you'll stay invisible while others get promoted.

Which soft skill do you struggle with most?  Drop it below

Your first job is less about income, 
and more about impact on you.

Don’t pick the job that pays most. 
Pick the job that teaches most.

Your starting salary is negotiable,
But a toxic manager is not.

𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐓𝐂 𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧-𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐁𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫?

When evaluating a job offer, focusing on the CTC (Cost-to-Company) alone can be misleading. 

It’s important to understand how much you’ll actually take home after deductions and how non-cash components influence your overall compensation. 

Let’s break this down with an example and detailed calculations.

𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

Assume a CTC of ₹15,00,000/year:
Basic Salary (40% of CTC): ₹6,00,000
HRA (20% of CTC): ₹3,00,000
Special Allowances: ₹5,00,000
PF Contribution (Employer’s Share): ₹72,000
Gratuity: ₹28,860

𝐃𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐲:

PF Contribution (12% of Basic): ₹72,000
Income Tax (as per new regime of FY24): Approx. ₹1,16,200 (considering standard deduction and slab rates).
Professional Tax: ₹2,400 (varies by state).

𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞-𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:

CTC = ₹15,00,000
Deductions (PF, Tax, etc.) = ₹1,90,600
In-Hand Salary (Net Pay) = ₹13,09,400/year = ~₹1,09,117/month

𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐨𝐧-𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

Non-cash components like health insurance, ESOPs, wellness programs, travel reimbursements, and meal cards add value but don’t reflect in your take-home pay.

Example: A ₹2,00,000 health insurance benefit might save you expenses on medical emergencies but doesn’t affect your monthly income.

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:

[1] Focus on In-Hand Salary:
A higher in-hand salary gives you more financial freedom for monthly expenses, savings, and investments.

[2] Evaluate Non-Cash Benefits:
These can significantly reduce out-of-pocket expenses and should be factored into your decision.

[3] Consider Long-Term Components:
Gratuity and PF contributions are valuable for future security but won’t impact your immediate cash flow.

[4] Understand Tax Efficiency:
Check if the salary structure includes tax-saving allowances like HRA or LTA to optimize your take-home pay.

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧:

Negotiating a job offer isn’t just about the CTC number—it’s about understanding what truly benefits you both now and in the long term.

Always analyze the in-hand salary, evaluate non-cash components, and consider your financial goals before making a decision.

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞—𝐂𝐓𝐂 𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐧-𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐲? 

Do share your thoughts in the comments 👇

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Be kind, be loyal, be real — but never at the cost of your self-respect.

𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐙 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐚𝐧𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝟏 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐮𝐭, 
𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥-𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐲?

When a friend gets annoying,
a stranger says something negative,
or there is a small fight,
GenZ often just hits: Block.

But is this habit helping or hurting their personal and professional relationships?

✅ The Positive Side: Protecting Peace

1. Mental health 

Blocking toxic, disrespectful or negative people is a way to protect emotional well-being.

2. Clear boundaries

Unlike older generations who often tolerated unhealthy relationships, Gen Z values personal boundaries and is unafraid to cut off unnecessary drama.

3. Time and energy management

Social media overload can drain you. Blocking unwanted content or people saves time and mental space.


✅ The Other Side: Avoiding Emotional Growth

1. Escaping uncomfortable conversations

Not every disagreement is toxic. Sometimes, it’s an opportunity to learn better communication skills. 
By blocking, you skip the hard but necessary conversations.

2. Fragile conflict management

Many times, especially at work, you can’t just block a colleague, client or boss you don’t like. 
Learning to handle different personalities is a crucial life skill.

3. Short-term relief, long-term isolation

Overusing this feature may create an echo chamber where you only engage with like-minded people, making you less adaptable in a diverse social or professional environment.


So yes, when used correctly, Block button is a healthy digital boundary.
It's not wrong - but it should be the last step, not the first reaction.

If someone is genuinely harmful, yes, block. 

But if it’s just a difference of opinion, try understanding or communicating before cutting off.

In professional life, emotional maturity > impulsive reactions. 
Learning to coexist with difficult people can actually help your career growth.


Do you think Gen Z is overusing the Block feature? 
Or is it a necessary part of today’s digital life?

Do share your thoughts in the comments section.

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Nobody tells you this about placements — especially when you’re in final year.

Placements aren’t stressful because of interviews.
They’re stressful because of what they do to your head.

Here’s the part most people only understand after living it:
👉 You stop chasing “dream roles” and start chasing peace.
 Not because you gave up…
 But because waking up anxious every morning is exhausting.

👉 Your screen time goes up, not for fun — but to escape.
 You keep refreshing emails, WhatsApp groups, placement portals.
 Every notification feels personal. Most aren’t.

👉 Rejections don’t come loudly.
 Sometimes they don’t come at all.
 Just… no update. No mail. No feedback.
 That silence slowly makes you question yourself.

👉 You begin overthinking your entire personality.
 “Maybe I don’t sound confident.”
 “Maybe I’m not smart enough.”
 “Maybe I should’ve started earlier.”
 Placements have a way of rewriting your self-talk.

👉 Everyone suddenly has advice.
“Upskill more.”
“Be patient.”
“Trust the process.”
But none of them are sitting with you at 2 AM when your mind won’t shut up.

👉 The day your friend gets placed, you’re genuinely happy for them.
And then reality hits on the way back to your room.
That hollow feeling doesn’t mean you’re bitter.
It means you’re still waiting.
If this sounds familiar, pause here for a second.

✅ You’re not slow.
✅ You’re not unlucky.
✅ You’re not wasting your degree.

Placements are not a measure of intelligence.
They’re a test of endurance.

So keep applying.
Keep preparing.
Keep believing — even when confidence feels borrowed.

Your story isn’t over.
This chapter is just uncomfortable.
And yes — your turn is coming.

90% of jobs can be taught.
But attitude can’t.

Freshers worry too much about:
✅ Degree
✅ Resume
✅ Experience

What actually gets you hired:
Learning mindset. Ownership. 
Communication. Problem-solving.

Don’t self-reject.
Your capacity to learn > your current skills.

Freshers don’t lose jobs because they lack skills.

They lose because they think they need perfection to start.

Stop hiring only for experience.
Start hiring for learning speed.


Photo Credit:
Chad Gono

The most experienced person in the room isn’t always the best leader.

I’ve seen people with decades of experience…
but zero empathy.

They knew the work.
They knew the industry.
They knew how to “get results.”

But they didn’t know how to speak with respect.
They didn’t know how to give feedback without humiliation.

They didn’t know how to lead without fear.

And slowly…
the team stopped sharing ideas.
Stopped taking initiative.
Stopped feeling safe.

Because people don’t leave companies first.
They leave environments where they feel small.

👉 Real leadership isn’t about control.
👉 It’s about care.
👉 It’s about building people while building outcomes.

At the end of the day, culture is built one interaction at a time.

I'm super excited to inform you that I have crossed overall 𝟕𝟎𝟎 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧+ 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 during my 4 year content creation journey on LinkedIn.

Thank you all for your kind love and great support...!

We order food without thinking.

Because for us, it’s easy.
Convenient.
Accessible.

But for many children in our country, a proper meal is still a question mark.

No choice.
No menu.
No “What do you feel like eating today?”

Just hope.

And when a child gets one good meal, it changes everything.
Their energy.
Their focus.
Their confidence.

That’s the real power of initiatives like Feeding India, supported by everyday Zomato users.

What I really liked is how simple they’ve made giving back.

Search Feeding India on Zomato or Blinkit, and you can track the meals you’ve helped fund.

Next time you place an order, consider adding that small contribution.
A small amount for you means the world to someone else.

Film link in comments. Worth your time.

GenZ sees a call and replies, “What happened?”

Calls feel like a pressure to them.

And for many Millennials or GenY, this feels strange. 
Why can’t they just pick up the phone?

Why they choose texting?

1. They grew up in a digital - first world

Unlike Millennials who saw the transition to smartphones, GenZ started life with instant messaging apps. 
Texting feels as natural to them as talking.

2. Time to think before replying

Texting gives space to pause, draft and edit. 
A call feels immediate and demanding, while a text allows more control over the conversation.

3. Less social pressure

Phone calls can feel overwhelming because of tone, pauses or awkward silences. 
Texting reduces that anxiety.

4. Multitasking comfort

GenZ loves doing multiple things at once.
Texting allows them to respond while working, listening to music or even relaxing, unlike calls that require full focus.


For Millennials and GenY, calls feel:
• More personal
• More efficient
• More respectful

So, when GenZ avoids calls, older generations sometimes misread it as disinterest or immaturity.

It’s not about being lazy or antisocial.
It’s about comfort zones shaped by technology.

GenY → learned communication through face-to-face + calls.
GenZ → learned communication through screens + texting.

In such a case,
-> GenZ should understand that in professional relationships, sometimes a quick call builds trust faster than a text.

-> And GenY/Millennials should realize texting isn’t cold, it’s just a different style of communication.


Do you prefer texting or calling? 
And how do you handle this communication gap between generations?

Do share your thoughts in the comments section.

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LinkedIn News India

Gen Z is unhappy because they’re negotiating dreams in a world where salaries don’t match survival, degrees don’t promise security, and even relationships feel temporary.

Don’t cry over the past, it’s gone.
Don’t stress about the future, it hasn’t arrived yet.
Live in the present and make it beautiful.

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