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Welcome to the Austin Chapter of the Network of Indian Professionals. An organization committed to the overall advancement and achievement of South Asian Professionals. Whether you are new to our city or looking to network and engage in professional development, community service, cultural awareness and political awareness activities, you have come to the right place. We appreciate diversity of the South Asian American experience through a variety of events. To learn more, contact
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Habits of Highly Successful South Asians: August 28th
Get tips for professional improvement from distinguished South Asian Professionals and Leaders.
Do you every wonder how successful South Asians got to where they are? Are you looking for strategies that will improve your effectiveness and productivity? Have you considered starting your own business? Regardless of your background and aspirations, this event will provide you with tips for success from accomplished members of the community.
NetIP Austin has asked a diverse group of distinguished and successful South Asians to share their tips for success and what they've learned in the pursuit of their careers. You'll hear about experiences in the areas of social work, technology, politics and government, healthcare, law, and the arts. Learn ways in which you can work more effectively, work for yourself, and improve your productivity.
This event will provide valuable information to attendees that have a wide range of professional backgrounds and interests. Speakers will provide useful tips for everyone from professionals who love their current jobs to those who are looking for new opportunities and careers. The event will be held at the Keller Williams Northwest Office from 10:00am to noon on Saturday, August 28th, 2010. See the Events Calendar for more details on the time and location.
Speakers and Topics
| Speaker |
Title |
Description |
| Sonia Kotecha |
So Many Goals, So Many Demands, So Little Time - Tips on Time Management |
Ways to achieve your goals through developing a mission oriented time management system. I will discuss how I've utilized techniques from Stephen Covey's, "First Things First," in achieving my professional and personal goals allowing me to feel more effective in pursuing my life's passions. |
| Ramey Ko |
Show Up and Don't Leave: A Beginner's Guide to Politics and Community Involvement |
Are you interested in making a difference in your community or looking for a way to give back? Are you passionate about a particular cause, issue, or political candidate or party, but don't know how to get involved? This talk will introduce the audience to the basics of becoming active in politics or community issues and touch on how civic participation can also contribute to your professional and business development. |
| Dipika Kohli |
Say it Simple: 7 steps for clear writing |
How to keep your audience's attention when sharing ideas. |
| Anil Desai |
The Pleasures and Perils of Professional Independence |
Most professionals have considered working for themselves at one point or another but they often fail to consider all of the pros and cons of working independently. This presentation will provide tips, advice, and lessons learned from Anil’s experience as an independent IT author and consultant. |
| Rama Tiru |
My Career through my Looking Glass! |
The Presentation would be on taking the transitions of my professional career through sliding doors of Life Opportunities- Travel Photographer to a commercial photographer to an Art Photographer, Educator, Gallery Owner. |
| Smitha Murthy |
Make Your Brain Work for You |
Everyone can benefit from understanding how good mental health can benefit their lives and their professional development. This presentation will include information about the purpose and limitations of psychiatry, how depression and anxiety can impede one's progress and the fact that mental health issues are still taboo in our culture. Smitha will also include other things she has learned on her way to becoming a psychiatrist. |
| Salil Ahuja |
You Are Your Own Brand |
We all in one way or another have built a professional reputation. The key is to ensure you have control over it and use it your advantage. I learned this lesson a little later than I would have liked and take this opportunity to share my personal experience with you. |
| Richa Chandra |
A New Career Trend: Hypenated Professional Identities for Indian-Americas |
e are already living our lives as a hyphenated ethnic class in the modern world. As Indian-Americans both born in the U.S. or in India, we learn to blend our cultural roots and heritage from the East with the West early on. An adaptable group by nature, we are now adopting concurrent career paths as well or changing careers later in life. People choose to pursue multiple careers for a variety of reasons including economic (for supplementary income or because of poverty), educational (multiple degrees), and personal (dissatisfaction in one career or fulfillment of creative interests). With these emerging career trends and new ideology, our generation no longer needs to follow the dogmas passed down from our grandparents: "You must choose arts or science." I myself represent a unique career hybrid of arts and science as a Chemistry Professor and a Wedding and Event Coordinator. I will share my experiences in the evolution of my dichotomous career as well as musings about this new career trend. |
NetIP Annual Conference in Seattle: August 20 - 22
 The NetIP North America Annual Conference will be held in Seattle from August 20th to August 22nd. Here are some more details on this year's theme:
Unique by Nature.
We're unique, you know. As South Asian professionals living in North America, we have so much more in common than we realize or appreciate. The NetIP Annual Conference is an occasion that brings us together once a year in a meaningful way to celebrate these very bonds of common heritage.
We spend three days:
- Exploring and learning at Keynotes, Panel Sessions, and Skill Workshops
- Mingling with successful leaders, CEOs, and celebrities
- Creating a community with our peers: the future leaders of North America
- Dancing the night away at evening mixers
And, of course, we might as well have a bit of fun while we're at it! Be ready for an event that will leave you feeling intrigued, inspired, and dreaming big!
For more information, please visit the NetIP NA Conference Web Site and NetIP Conference on Facebook!
Bollywood Trivia Night: July 24th!
Bollywood comes to Austin! Pass through the Gateway of India, visit Juhu Beach, and cruise down Marine Drive, as the beats of Bollywood dominate the night! Come join us for a lively, fun-filled evening of games, music, and all things Bollywood!
This event is being hosted by NetIP Austin. Come learn more about the exciting events this organization has planned, learn more about membership benefits, and the upcoming NetIP North America Annual Conference in Seattle, WA!
Light refreshments will be served. Games will be team-based. A good time is guaranteed.
Join NetIP Austin at the Bollywood Trivia Night on Saturday, July 24th! For more details, see our Calendar event and Facebook Event page.
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