The Immutable Skills for Effective Insights Professionals with Ravi Parmeswar, Kastu Analytics

Discover the steadfast skills and perspectives that make an insights professional truly effective with Ravi Parmaswar, President at Kastu Analytics, and host Jon Last, President at Sports and Leisure Research Group. In this episode, Ravi reflects on his varied career at global Fortune 100 organizations and shares key highlights, including the importance of taking career risks and fostering future-proofing strategies. Ravi delves into leadership evolution and offers advice for next-generation leaders, emphasizing continuous learning, taking risks, and cultivating people. They also explore global business dynamics and the future of the research profession in a data-driven world.

 

00:00 Introduction to Ravi Parmaswar

00:57 Key Skills for Insights Professionals

03:28 Career Highlights and 2 Percent Moments

05:13 Leadership and Continuous Learning

06:54 Future of Research and Insights

10:09 Cross-Cultural Interactions and Advice

12:57 Reflections and Advice to Younger Self

15:51 Looking Ahead: The Future of the Industry

18:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts