Personal Effectiveness and Self Leadership

Authors

Rani C

Vijayakumar P

Published

Jan 17, 2025

Welcome

In an era defined by rapid change, digital distraction, and constant demands on our attention, cultivating a deep sense of self-awareness and personal agency is more vital than ever.

Personal effectiveness, self-leadership, and leadership are no longer optional skills—they are essential for success in today’s fast-changing world. This book brings together foundational concepts and contemporary approaches to help you understand yourself, manage your time and emotions, strengthen relationships, and develop the qualities of an effective leader.

The curriculum is informed by both established models and current research, ensuring that each topic is relevant and evidence-based. Real-life case scenarios are integrated throughout to connect theory with practical application.

As you explore these chapters, you’ll engage with reflective exercises and actionable strategies designed to support your growth—both academically and personally. Whether you are a student, professional, or lifelong learner, this journey will equip you to thrive in diverse environments and take meaningful steps toward personal and leadership mastery.

About the Authors

Dr. Rani C Ph.D., is a dynamic educator and analytics-driven HR professional, passionate about transforming organizations and empowering people through innovative HR practices and evidence-based insights. With deep expertise spanning human resource management, training and development, compensation management, leadership, business law, HR analytics, and data visualization, she bridges the gap between classic HR functions and modern analytics. she has qualified the UGC NET in Management, reflecting her strong academic foundation.

Known for her mastery of R, SPSS, Tableau, Power BI, and Excel, Dr. Rani crafts compelling analyses and translates complex workforce data into clear, actionable strategies for growth and performance. Her unique combination of practical HR knowledge and advanced data skills makes her a sought-after mentor, collaborator, and thought leader in both academic and industry circles.

Dr. Rani is dedicated to helping individuals and organizations harness the power of HR analytics for smarter decision-making, continuous improvement, and sustainable leadership. Connect with her to explore the latest in HR trends, best practices in analytics, and inspiring conversations on building the workplaces of tomorrow.

Vijayakumar P is an accomplished educator and data professional with over eight years of teaching and research experience in business analytics, data science, and HR analytics. He is a UGC Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and has qualified the UGC NET and SET in Management multiple times, reflecting his strong academic foundation.

Proficient in Python, R, STATA, SPSS, AMOS, PLS-SEM, Tableau, Power BI, Google Looker Studio, GitHub, and Excel , he has guided students and professionals in transforming data into actionable insights. His teaching spans business analytics using R and Python, HR metrics and dashboards, business forecasting, and business research methods, and he has also developed interactive eBooks to enhance hands-on learning.

Vijayakumar’s work is marked by clarity, precision, and innovation—whether in research, classroom teaching, or applied analytics—making data more accessible, impactful, and meaningful for decision-making.

References

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Text Books

  • Personal Effectiveness. Murdock, A. (2004). (3rd ed.). Routledge.

  • Business Model Management: The 7 habits of highly effective people. Covey, S. R. (2013). Simon & Schuster.

  • Organisational Behaviour. Aswathappa, K. (12th Rev. ed.). Himalaya Publishing House.