The rise of fintech startups, firms leveraging AI to close deals, and more conversations

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• Venturing into social entrepreneurship

"Who do you really care about passionately, that you'd do anything to make it work for them?" is a question Rahul Kulkarni, Chief Technologist at Samagra, suggests asking before taking the leap into social impact. For social entrepreneurs, it's not very different from any other kind of entrepreneurship, and what's important is perseverance or staying power," adds Gaurav Goel, founder and CEO at Samagra, in an interview with LinkedIn.

What's your advice for India's future social entrepreneurs? Share your thoughts.

• India witnesses a record high soar in patent filings

Patent applications in India have surged by over 15% year-on-year, which is the highest globally, according to the World Intellectual Property Indicators.

According to you, what is fuelling this boom? Share your take here.

• The rapid expansion of green jobs globally 

Green jobs are on the rise globally. Health Safety Environment Officer, Solar Specialist, and Sustainability Consultant are the three fastest growing green titles in India with an average yearly growth rate of 55.50%, 50.55%, and 44.67%, respectively over the last three years, according to LinkedIn data.

What are some of the factors that are responsible for the rise of green jobs? Share your thoughts here.

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CAREER AND HR

• Taking charge of your mental health in the workplace

Resentment between colleagues at work, when left unaddressed, can lead to stress, poor mental health and even physical ailments, Executive Coach Dina Denham Smith shares with Harvard Business Review. So, how can it be managed? Move from blame to solutions and aim for a constructive dialogue, she suggests.

In your opinion, how can employees effectively address and manage workplace resentment? Chime in.

• Learn how to get small talk right with these expert tips

The benefits of mastering small talk goes beyond professional and personal interactions. It can help set the tone right during a job interview, says career coach Tali Shlafer. According to her, a friendly smile and conveying warmth can help you build your likeability and ease jitters.

What are some other ways to ace the job-interview process? Share your take here.

FINANCE

• Fintech startups are on the rise

The share of fintech startups from Tier 2 cities and beyond increased to 46% in 2022–23 from 22% in 2013–14, says a report by BCG. Fintechs are leading inclusion efforts across these cities too. Around 71% of fintech personal loans originated beyond Tier 1 cities in 2020.

According to you, what should fintechs building in these cities focus on? Share your thoughts here.

TECH

• Firms are leveraging AI to bag more deals

IT firms like Persistent Systems and L&T Technology Services are closing larger outsourcing deals. How are they doing so? By harnessing AI and offering customised services at competitive prices, say industry executives.

Tell us, how do you see this trend evolving? Share your thoughts here.

RETAIL AND MARKETING

• Rural India records high demand for FMCG products

Rural India is now buying more FMCG products, a report by GroupM and Kantar reveals. Rising preference for convenience products, increasing purchasing power, and greater engagement with digital tools.

How will this trend impact India's consumer landscape? Share your thoughts here.

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