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Jankidevi Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JDBIMS), Santacruz, organized a seminar on “The Power of I” in 2026. The two-hour programme focused on self-awareness, individuality, self-belief and personal development.

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Venue: Conference Hall, JDBIMS, Santacruz Industry Speaker: Mr. Jitendra Mirwani

The session encouraged students to recognize their strengths, understand their potential and develop a positive approach towards challenges.

Jankidevi Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JDBIMS), affiliated with SNDT Women’s University, focuses on management education and the overall development of students. The institution encourages academic learning along with professional exposure, personality development and value-based education. Programmes such as seminars and interactive sessions provide students with opportunities to gain perspectives beyond the classroom.

The seminar provided an engaging platform for students to reflect on their personalities and understand the importance of confidence and continuous self-development in both personal and professional life.

The seminar “The Power of I” was organized with the objective of encouraging students to understand themselves and recognize their individual strengths. The theme emphasized the importance of self-awareness, confidence, individuality and personal responsibility. The programme created an opportunity for students to reflect on their abilities and develop a positive perspective towards their personal and professional growth.

ABOUT Speaker

Mr. Jitendra Mirwani was invited as the guest speaker for the seminar. He addressed the participants on the significance of understanding oneself, developing confidence and recognizing individual potential. The session provided students with an opportunity to listen to practical perspectives related to personal development and self-growth.

Objectives of the Seminar

The major objectives of the seminar were:

• To develop self-awareness among students.
• To encourage students to identify their strengths and potential.
• To build self-confidence and positive self-belief.
• To appreciate individuality and personal identity.
• To encourage students to adopt a constructive approach towards challenges.
• To promote continuous personal and professional development.

Theme “the Power of I”

The central theme of the seminar focused on the importance of self-awareness and self-belief.

“The Power of I” encouraged participants to understand that every individual has unique qualities, experiences, abilities and perspectives. The session highlighted that recognizing one’s strengths is an important step towards personal growth. Students were encouraged to believe in their capabilities, take responsibility for their development and view challenges as opportunities to learn.

The theme also connected personal development with professional growth, emphasizing the role of confidence, individuality and a positive mindset in future careers.

Key Takeaways

• Self-Awareness : Understand your strengths, weaknesses, values, interests and behavioural patterns to make better personal and
• professional decisions.
• Individuality : Recognise that every individual has a distinct personality, perspective and set of abilities, and learn to value these differences.
• Self-Confidence : Develop confidence in your abilities and learn to communicate your thoughts and ideas with greater clarity and conviction.
• Personal Growth : Take ownership of your development by continuously working on your skills, behaviour, knowledge and areas requiring improvement.
• Growth Mindset : View challenges, mistakes and setbacks as opportunities to learn, adapt and become better.
• Decision-Making : Develop the ability to reflect on your strengths, values and goals before making personal, academic or career-related decisions.
• Professional Readiness : Develop a stronger understanding of yourself so that your career choices and professional interactions are aligned with your capabilities and aspirations.
• Resilience : Build the ability to cope with setbacks, adapt to changing circumstances and continue working towards your goals.

Student Engagement

The seminar provided an interactive environment for students and faculty members. Participants actively listened to the discussion and engaged with the ideas presented during the programme. The session encouraged students to reflect on their own strengths and understand how self-confidence and self-awareness can contribute to their future personal and professional development.

Conclusion

The seminar “The Power of I” was an insightful and engaging programme focused on self-awareness, confidence and personal empowerment. The session encouraged students to understand themselves, recognize their strengths and believe in their potential.

The interaction with Mr. Jitendra Mirwani provided valuable perspectives on personal growth and development. Overall, the programme successfully created a positive and reflective learning experience for the participants and reinforced the importance of self-belief in achieving personal and professional success.

Acknowledgement

Jankidevi Bajaj Institute of Management Studies sincerely thanks Mr. Jitendra Mirwani for contributing to the successful conduct of the seminar and sharing their valuable insights.

Sincere appreciation is extended to the Prof. Dr. Mahesh V. Shitole, Director, for his guidance and support, faculty members, organising team, and participating students. Their collective support helped create an engaging platform for professional learning and interaction.