In the TEDx talk titled “The ‘What Next’ Mindset – Fuel for Growth,” Vandana Dogra inspires youth to embrace curiosity and adaptability as essential tools for personal and professional development. She emphasizes the importance of asking “What Next?” in every situation, urging individuals to view challenges as opportunities for growth rather than obstacles. Through engaging anecdotes and practical examples, Dogra illustrates how this proactive mindset can ignite creativity, foster resilience, and build a foundation for lifelong learning. She encourages listeners to cultivate a sense of wonder and never settle in their pursuits, reinforcing that the journey of growth is continuous and shaped by our responses to life’s unpredictability. By adopting the “What Next” philosophy, young minds can empower themselves to navigate an ever-evolving world, transforming uncertainty into an exciting pathway for success.
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Vandana Dogra takes us through a powerful and deeply personal journey shaped by adaptability, resilience, and the mindset of always asking, “What’s next?” From being an army kid to a tech leader, from taking a career break to returning stronger, and from running marathons to being crowned Mrs. India Runner-Up, Vandana shares how embracing change led her to unlock her true potential. Her talk is a testament to the power of reinvention, the courage to start again, and the impact of lifting others while you rise. She reminds us that growth begins where comfort ends—and that our next chapter is always waiting to be written. Vandana Dogra is a business leader with expertise in large-scale mission-critical programs, managing cross-functional, global teams. As Head of Technology Practice at Incture Technologies, she delivers digital solutions at scale and leads Diversity & Inclusion initiatives.
Crowned Mrs. India Runners-Up 2024, she also serves as State President of Karnataka Defense Forces Council and President of her housing society’s managing committee. Passionate about women empowerment, she drives meaningful change. An army kid, she embraces challenges with adaptability. A long-distance runner and badminton player, Vandana believes in fitness, resilience, and building strong human connections. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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Video “The “What Next” mindset – fuel for growth | Vandana Dogra | TEDxYouth@EuroSchoolKharadi” was uploaded on 04/21/2025 to Youtube Channel TEDx Talks