Talk series on leadership and performance
At Everest Engineering College, we believe that true education goes beyond classrooms and textbooks. Continuing our mission to develop visionary professionals, we hosted an impactful session under our Talk Series on Leadership and Performance. The featured speaker for this event was none other than Er. Dr. Dipak Prasad Bastola, a distinguished aeronautical engineer with global experience—including his time at Airbus in France, where he worked with professionals from 86 different countries.
We were also honored by the presence of our esteemed Principal, Prof. Dr. Hari Krishna Shrestha, whose support and encouragement continue to elevate the academic environment of EEC.
This session provided students and faculty with invaluable insights on leadership, global thinking, and personal growth.
🔍 Key Highlights from the Session
🔹 A New Concept of Management
Dr. Bastola introduced a modern and practical approach to management—centered on adaptability, emotional intelligence, and people-focused strategies.
🔹 Leadership Over Positions
"Be a leader or a follower—not a position holder," he stated. Leadership is about responsibility, vision, and influence, not about the title on your office door.
🔹 Global Perspective & Cultural Adaptability
Drawing from his Airbus experience, he shared the U-curve and five phases of cultural shock, helping students understand how people adapt when entering new cultural and professional environments.
🔹 The Leadership Triangle
One of the central models discussed was the Leadership Triangle, emphasizing the balance between vision, influence, and execution—key traits of successful leaders.
🔹 Leadership Power and Influence Tactics
Dr. Bastola explained different types of leadership power—such as expert, referent, reward, coercive, and legitimate—and paired them with effective influence tactics used by strong leaders.
🔹 The Counter Culture Idea
He spoke about the power of counter culture—encouraging students to challenge the status quo and become change-makers from within their organizations or teams.
🔹 The Deerwalk Principle
An intriguing metaphor introduced was the Deerwalk Principle, symbolizing quiet, visionary leadership that leaves a lasting path for others to follow.
🔹 Leadership and Performance Connection
The link between leadership and team performance was discussed in detail, backed by real-life examples that made the concept highly relatable for students.
🔹 Timeless Motivation
Citing Winston Churchill’s iconic line:
> "Never, never, never give up."
Dr. Bastola emphasized resilience, a key quality for any aspiring leader.
🔹 A Practical Formula for Happiness
He concluded with a thought-provoking formula:
> Happiness = Number of Desires Fulfilled / Number of Desires Entertained
A reminder for students to focus on meaningful goals and inner fulfillment.
Words from the Principal
Our Principal, Prof. Dr. Hari Krishna Shrestha, expressed appreciation for Dr. Bastola’s presence and insights. He emphasized the importance of such sessions in preparing students not just for careers—but for leadership in life. His encouragement and thoughtful presence added great value to the event.
🎓 Student Reflections
Students described the session as eye-opening, motivational, and deeply relevant. Many were inspired by Dr. Bastola’s international experience, practical wisdom, and the clarity with which he explained leadership principles.
🙏 Gratitude and Way Forward
We extend our sincere thanks to Er. Dr. Dipak Prasad Bastola for taking the time to share his vision and journey with our academic community. We also thank Prof. Dr. Hari Krishna Shrestha for his continued leadership and support in shaping EEC into a hub of excellence.
At Everest Engineering College, we remain committed to offering transformative learning experiences. This talk was not just a lecture—it was a leadership spark ignited in many young minds.