Leaders Must Rediscover Discipline of Engagement

Vijay Eswaran argues that effective leadership today requires rediscovering the discipline of engagement. In this article, he emphasises the need for leaders to move beyond surface-level communication and actively engage through listening, dialogue, and thoughtful action. He highlights engagement as a critical leadership skill for building trust, navigating complexity, and leading organisations with clarity and…

Redesigning Work: Why Southeast Asia Can Lead an Inclusive AI Future

In his commentary on the future of work, Vijay Eswaran explains why Southeast Asia is well positioned to lead inclusive, technology-driven workforce transformation, arguing that AI and automation should be used to redesign tasks rather than replace people. Drawing on insights from the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report, he highlights augmentation-first roles, practical…