Creative Leaders Conference: Youth urged to be more critical of its leadership
Overseas Pakistani representative advises youth to develop credible leadership, take guidance from intellectuals.
Young on leaders were urged to play a constructive role in bringing a positive change to Pakistan the final day of the Creative Leaders Conference (CLC) 2012. The conference was held at the Aiwan-e-Quaid Complex, said a press release issued by Excellence Consultants Institute (ECI) on Saturday.
The conference, with a theme of “The World is Open for Me”, featured creative decision making simulations that challenge today’s youth and mobilise them to analyse important leadership concepts, solve real time problems and lead their peers through role-playing exercises.
Overseas Pakistani representative Saad Sultan advised the youth to develop credible leadership in the country and take guidance from renowned intellectuals.
Ibrahim Shahid, who earned international recognition for scoring 23 As in the Cambridge O-Level exams, said, “Everyone wants to achieve their dreams but only those who are fiercely passionate about making their dreams come true will ultimately be successful.”
Renowned broadcaster Tauseeq Haider while addressing the audience advised the adoption of a moderate approach against an extreme one and playing a leading role in politics to bring about a badly needed change in the country. “Think twice before you cast your vote,” he cautioned.
“Don’t believe the hype and compare what the political parties are promising to do for you as it helps in making an informed, unbiased decision about who to vote for,” he added.
Noted producer and director Sajjad Gul also gave a comprehensive lecture on the power of visual language, demonstrating tips on effective communication skills during the second day of CLC.
A certificate awarding ceremony and concert by “Rust” concluded the proceedings. The youth-led and driven CLC was organised by ECI in collaboration with Vérité Media.
Published in The Express Tribune, April 29th, 2012.