The missing link in career success | Dr. Amar Panchal | TEDxSPIPS Indore

Core Argument - The tech industry emphasizes coding skills, but clarity of purpose and direction are more crucial for career success [3][4][10][22][23] - AI is a tool; those who understand how to use it effectively will have a competitive advantage [5][6] - Students often collect tools and knowledge without applying them to build or solve problems [8][9] Proposed Solution: The EERDA Framework - The industry suggests a five-step framework (Exposure, Exploration, Reflection, Direction, Application) to help students gain clarity and direction [11] - Exposure: Understand available technologies and opportunities [12] - Exploration: Build projects to gain experience [13] - Reflection: Evaluate personal feelings and interests related to the projects [13][14] - Direction: Experiment with different technologies without commitment [14][15] - Application: Invest time and effort in the chosen technology [16][17] Practical Application & Impact - Training and mentoring over 23,000 students for 30,000+ hours revealed a common confusion about which programming language to learn [10] - A student named Sumant, initially scared of programming, followed the framework and became an AI app developer for students in rural areas [18][19][20] Key Takeaways - Clarity saves time, energy, and builds a career [21][22][23] - Before pursuing new courses or trends, individuals should identify what excites them, what problems they want to solve, and where they want to go [21][22][23]