Rajendran Murugan

When I entered the IT field, I had very little confidence and was someone who mostly stayed within my comfort zone. Over the years, working with different teams and taking on new responsibilities gradually changed me. 

I became more comfortable communicating with people, expressing my thoughts, and handling situations independently. Looking back, this journey helped me grow into a more confident person. 

One of the most valuable pieces of feedback I received in my career was about improving my communication skills. Earlier, I was mostly comfortable staying within development work and was hesitant to interact confidently in broader discussions and responsibilities. 

That feedback made me realize how important communication is for both personal and professional growth. Slowly, I started working on the way I communicated and expressed my thoughts more clearly. 

Over time, that improvement changed the way I approached work and gave me the confidence to take on responsibilities beyond development. Looking back now, it became one of the biggest turning points in my professional journey. 

For me, leadership starts with setting the right example through our actions and behavior. If we expect discipline, responsibility, and professionalism from our team, we should first practice those qualities ourselves. 

I also believe people perform better when they feel supported and guided clearly. For me, leadership is not just about managing work, but about helping people grow with confidence and trust. 

For me, success is not defined by titles, salary, or reaching a particular destination. I believe success is much simpler than that—if I feel genuinely happy, peaceful, and satisfied with my life, that itself is success. 

More than constantly chasing something bigger, I value the ability to appreciate what I already have and live with a sense of fulfillment. 

Personally, I feel most grateful to my wife. She has brought a lot of positivity and balance into my life and has changed the way I look at many things. Her support and understanding have played an important role in my personal growth.

Professionally, I am grateful to my friend Prince, who has been a constant support throughout different phases of my career. Even though we worked across different teams and roles over time, we always stayed connected and stood by each other. Having someone who remained close through different phases of life and career is something I truly value.