Interview: I Realised That God Wants Us To Think

Ganesh realised that there was more to this life than what he knew. He met the Creator through His word. Since then, his journey with the living God has helped him grow personally and professionally. After completing his degree at IIT Bombay, Ganesh moved to the United States for his Master’s.

Ganesh started as an atheist and scientist. But a deeper search into how science and faith can coexist led him to God. He says, “Jesus said to love God with all your MIND, heart, soul and strength. So I realised that God wants us to think.”

“We need to think rationally. How does one think rationally? Why should I trust my thoughts if we are just random electrons? A rational mind, in my opinion, suggests that we were designed by an intelligent creator.”

“Morality, if subjective, will lead to dangerous results. We cannot decide based on our feelings or ideas of right or wrong,” says Ganesh. “Feelings can change, and with it, our understanding of right or wrong. Some love their neighbours, others eat their neighbours.”

“Some people believe there is no right or wrong. What happens if someone takes your wallet and says it belongs to them? When things get personal, we quickly understand good and evil!”

As a technology sales professional, what are two or three things necessary to sustain long-term relationships?

Sales is a service, and serving is in the DNA of every salesperson.

First, build trust. Trust requires truth. Communicate to the customer both the capabilities and limitations of your product.

Second, walk with the customer during the process. It is crucial when sustaining a relationship. Getting the customer to understand how your product impacts their business at each stage will build their confidence and help produce better results.

With employee advocacy programs ramping up, what are your tips on how employees should use social media?

  1. Post content that is consistent with your values
  2. Don’t oversell
  3. There is great value in sharing experiences. Help people evaluate complex subjects and simplify them
  4. Use the platform correctly — each social media platform reaches a specific audience. Plan your content according to the audience and platform profile. E.g., a LinkedIn profile is for professionals, and Instagram is for a younger audience
  5. Make sure that the content you share is appropriate for both your work and personal life. Only share things meant to be public, not private.
Ganesh Venkataramanan, is a graduate from the Indian Institute of Technology. He works as Vice President at a Software Technology company.

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How To Add Value As A Small Nonprofit on Social Media?

Everyone has something of value to contribute to this life. There will always be an audience who enjoys your style and dedication to what you do. Who is willing to know you better and walk with you in your journey.

There will always be an audience for those who provide value. Similarly, every Brand or Cause must provide value on social media to keep its audience engaged. 

I want to share three ways you can add value as a small nonprofit on social media.

The question isn’t, ‘What do we want to know about people?’ it’s, ‘What do people want to tell about themselves?’ – Mark Zuckerberg, Founder, Facebook.

Educate Your Audience

What can you teach others about how you do what you do? Let’s say you are working in the field of human trafficking. Showcasing one or two examples of how you work with the public to reduce the menace differentiates you from other similar nonprofits. The safe methods you use to collaborate with the larger community could drive involvement. When people read or watch how participants keep in touch with nonprofits, they will be encouraged to join in.

Empower Your Members

Everyone involved with your work must be a step ahead of the rest. They need to know what you are currently involved in and what you have achieved. Access to information that empowers your members to help them form a deeper understanding of your cause and tell others about your work.

Comfort Your Followers Hearts to add value as a small nonprofit

What brands or nonprofits often forget to communicate is that they are human. It is a SOCIAL media platform, after all! A good word can stir hearts in the right direction in times like these. We believe words are powerful but shy away from speaking what we know is the need of the hour. Don’t be too caught up with what you do or be so worried about being stuck creatively. 

Inspire hearts and minds to live a better quality of life. 

Today, we are in a more digital world than ever. Eyes glued on the screen could use a slight deviation to self-reflect. It will go a long way in changing the world one person at a time. Check out this blog post on using social media.