Founder
Dr. Raju Mistry
THE FOUNDER'S VISION
An unquestioning compliance and deference to ‘tried and tested’ methods, even though most were based on concepts and approaches that had outlived their relevance.
INSTITUTIONAL INERTIA
THE FOUNDER'S VISION
Some organizational predispositions are universal. For instance, the inclination to look in the rearview mirror to solve future problems or the proclivity for seeking majority acceptance of an approach:
‘If all others are practising the approach, it ought to be good!'
The prevalence of such predispositions has forced companies to adopt ‘best practices’ indiscriminately where issues remain unresolved. This has created blind spots where companies ignore the “human” at the centre; the essential building block of an organization.
More than three decades ago I made an unorthodox move from academia to the corporate world, armed with a Doctorate in Industrial Psychology and Organizational Behaviour. I gained first-hand experience across different industries and various countries, working my way up the leadership ladder, allowing me to witness each important facet of the business, from Ground Zero to the Boardroom. A common propensity I observed across companies was Institutional Inertia.
I realized the profound impact psychologists have in organizations, purely due to their deep understanding of human behaviour. The opportunity to broaden the horizon of impact and craft meaningful solutions to address individual and organizational issues, is the inspiration behind Aarunyam.
Aarunyam refers to the first rays of the sun, signifying a gentle dawn that dispels darkness - it “illuminates” both the world and the inner mind. The need to bring in new light and new wisdom to help organizations was inspired by this rising sun - a metaphor for new beginnings, hope, and renewal.
At Aarunyam, we challenge autopilot tendencies and bring in contemporary understanding of human behaviour to generate solutions required for a complex world - VUCA and BANI combined. We bring a unique blend of industry experts and stalwarts with expansive knowledge rooted in behavioural psychology and decades of rich on-the-ground industry experience.
For companies and individuals seeking to find meaningful solutions, Aarunyam promises to be the one-stop partner with an ability to challenge assumptions and create meaningful solutions.
