Welcome Raj Chopra
We are excited to welcome Raj Chopra to our consulting team at ghSMART. Raj holds a Master's in Experimental Psychology from the University of Oxford, a Master's in Occupational Psychology from the University of Nottingham, and a Senior Practitioner Accreditation (EMCC) in Executive Coaching from Hult Ashridge Business School. With 12 years of leadership advisory experience, Raj worked at various leadership advisory firms before spending the last nine years at Korn Ferry. His deep passion for leadership and partnership makes him a trusted client advisor.
Why did you choose ghSMART?
"After a 12-year career in leadership advisory, I've seen firsthand that the greatest client impact comes from understanding the ‘individual-system’ interaction. In other words, context is king, and with their double helix model, ghSMART consultants lean into business context powerfully in service of clients’ most critical leadership challenges. I wanted to learn from experienced, diverse, and kind colleagues to become the best strategic client advisor possible. I also encountered ghSMART both in the market and through clients who consistently praised their service quality and the caliber of their team. Meeting wonderful people during the recruitment process made the decision clear-cut for me.
The firm's freedom and flexibility ethos is also unique. As a new father, where and when I work is important. I believe the first 18-36 months of a child’s life are critical, so being present for my family while pursuing my career is a key reason I joined.
Finally, the leadership advisory market offers huge opportunities. The quality of the team, the rigor of the solutions, the prestigious clients, and the strong culture all make ghSMART uniquely positioned to capture significant market share. I'm excited to contribute to the growth journey!"
What's the best leadership advice you've been given?
"Two things stand out to me here. First, as a leader, approach every interaction with a clear and intentional question: how do you want this person to feel and remember this interaction? Being purposeful about every interaction can create a compound positive impact. Second, the most important leadership quality is self-awareness. Self-awareness leads to authenticity, which in turn builds trust. Without trust, you have nothing. It all starts with self-awareness."
We’re excited to have Raj onboard and look forward to all the positive contributions he'll make to our team and our clients. Welcome, Raj!
