An Expert talk on “7 Habits of Highly Effective People” was organised by ASLA on 6th August 2026. The aim of the session was to support the transition of newly inducted undergraduate and postgraduate students into university life by developing self-leadership, ethical conduct, effective communication, resilience, and lifelong learning.
The session aimed to enhance students’ employability skills, personality development, interview preparedness, and leadership abilities through practical and experiential learning. It also sought to help students understand and apply key principles from Stephen R. Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People in their personal, academic, and professional lives.
The session conducted by Col. Anil Gulati (Retd.), an Army Veteran and academician, provided students with valuable insights into leadership, communication, behavioural development, and employability skills. Drawing upon his extensive professional and mentoring experience, he connected theoretical concepts with practical, real-world experiences and encouraged students to develop self-leadership, resilience, ethical values, and effective communication. The interactive and experiential nature of the session helped newly inducted students gain greater confidence and prepared them to adapt effectively to university life and their future professional responsibilities.