Author of the book : 10X Your Focus To Achieve Career Success In A Competitive World
Dhritiman Chakraborty is an Author, an IATD Certified Trainer, an ICF Certified Life & Executive Coach and a Canfield Certified Trainer on Success Principles. He was chosen among the top 25 inspiring Coaches in India as published in Business Standard in March 2023. Dhritiman has more than two decades of Corporate Leadership experience in multiple industries and has also been coaching corporate executives over the last four years, helping them to grow in their careers.
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The Literature Times: “10x Your Focus: To Achieve Career Success in A Competitive World” comes across as another striking creation from your pen. Did you have plans to write the book from the beginning, or was it an idea that struck you later?
Dhritiman Chakraborty: Thank you for the kind words. The idea for “10x Your Focus: To Achieve Career Success in A Competitive World” came to me as a realization of the challenges faced by professionals in today’s competitive landscape. It was a combination of personal experiences, extensive research, and the desire to provide practical guidance to individuals striving for career success.
The Literature Times: Can you tell us a bit about the inspiration behind your book, “10x Your Focus: To Achieve Career Success in A Competitive World”?
Dhritiman Chakraborty: The inspiration behind my book was the recognition that focus is a crucial factor in achieving career success. I wanted to empower individuals to enhance their focus and overcome distractions to reach their full potential. The book draws inspiration from my own journey, as well as insights gained from working with numerous professionals facing similar challenges.
The Literature Times: How did you go about writing “10x Your Focus: To Achieve Career Success in A Competitive World”? Was it a one time process or it took considerable time?
Dhritiman Chakraborty: Writing “10x Your Focus” was a process that required considerable time and effort. It involved in-depth research, organizing the content, and ensuring that the concepts were presented in a clear and practical manner. I wanted to provide a comprehensive guide that would truly benefit readers, so I took the time necessary to refine and perfect the content.
The Literature Times: Can you talk about the themes and messages you wanted to convey through your book? Did “10x Your Focus: To Achieve Career Success in A Competitive World” give you plenty of space to express all your ideas? Or they would follow in a new book?
Dhritiman Chakraborty: The book explores various themes related to focus, career success, self-development, and leadership. The main message is that by cultivating focus and harnessing its power, individuals can achieve remarkable career growth and overcome challenges. While “10x Your Focus” covers a wide range of ideas, there is always room for new insights and perspectives, which may be explored in future books.
The Literature Times: “10x Your Focus: To Achieve Career Success in A Competitive World” extends its base to a universal form since it relates to current professional situations of the people. Do you agree to this?
Dhritiman Chakraborty: Absolutely. “10x Your Focus” addresses the universal challenges faced by professionals in a competitive world. The principles and strategies shared in the book are applicable to individuals from diverse backgrounds and industries, making it relevant to readers worldwide. The concepts described in the book are also applicable to students who want to focus on their studies to achieve academic success.
The Literature Times: Can you discuss your writing process and how you approached structuring “10x Your Focus: To Achieve Career Success in A Competitive World”? Did it require frequent revisions?
Dhritiman Chakraborty: My writing process involved a combination of research, outlining, and continuous revisions. I approached the structuring of the book by carefully organizing the content into chapters that flow logically and provide a progressive understanding of the concepts. Revisions were an integral part of the process to ensure clarity and coherence in delivering the key messages to readers. I also ensured that to make the concept clear to the reader, I provide as much practical examples as possible.
The Literature Times: How do you see “10x Your Focus: To Achieve Career Success in A Competitive World” impacting readers, and what do you hope they take away from it? Did you have any specific objectives while writing it?
Dhritiman Chakraborty: I hope that “10x Your Focus” will have a profound impact on readers by providing them with practical strategies to enhance their focus and achieve career success. My objective was to empower individuals with actionable insights that can be immediately implemented in their professional lives. I want readers to gain a sense of clarity, purpose, and increased productivity as they apply the principles shared in the book. One very specific objective of the book is to enable readers to better use the technology to their advantage, rather than getting distracted by technology and hampering their career progression.
The Literature Times: Are there any specific literary or artistic influences that can be seen in “10x Your Focus: To Achieve Career Success in A Competitive World”? How did you manage to maintain distinctness even when writing in a popular form of literary writing?
Dhritiman Chakraborty: While writing “10x Your Focus,” I drew inspiration from a wide range of literary and artistic influences. However, my intention was to maintain a distinct voice and approach that resonates with readers. I wanted to blend practical advice with engaging storytelling to ensure that the book is both informative and enjoyable to read.
The Literature Times: How do you see “10x Your Focus: To Achieve Career Success in A Competitive World” fitting into the larger literary canon or genre?
Dhritiman Chakraborty: “10x Your Focus” fits into the self-development and career success genre, aiming to provide valuable guidance to individuals seeking personal and professional growth. It contributes to the larger literary canon by offering a unique perspective on focus and its impact on career success, making it a valuable addition to the genre.
The Literature Times: Can you talk about any challenges or obstacles you faced while writing “10x Your Focus: To Achieve Career Success in A Competitive World?
Dhritiman Chakraborty: Writing “10x Your Focus” came with its fair share of challenges. One of the main challenges was condensing a vast amount of research and insights into a concise and readable format. Ensuring that the book remained accessible and relatable to readers from various backgrounds was also a priority. However, overcoming these challenges was a rewarding experience that resulted in a book that I am proud to share.
The Literature Times: Just out of curiosity, can you share in brief about any books that you plan to write after “10x Your Focus: To Achieve Career Success in A Competitive World”?
Dhritiman Chakraborty: I have several ideas for future books that build upon the themes explored in “10x Your Focus.” These books will delve deeper into specific areas of self-development, career growth, leadership, and executive coaching. I am excited to continue writing and sharing valuable insights with readers.
The Literature Times: It is interesting to note how you managed to remain objective in “10x Your Focus: To Achieve Career Success in A Competitive World.” How did you maintain this objectivity?
Dhritiman Chakraborty: Maintaining objectivity was essential in ensuring that “10x Your Focus” provides unbiased advice and strategies. To maintain objectivity, I relied on a combination of research, real-life case studies, and practical examples that showcase a diverse range of experiences. I looked at my own professional experiences, where instances of lack of focus, impacted my own career growth and how I could have handled those situations better with little more focus. This approach allowed me to offer a well-rounded perspective and guidance to readers.
The Literature Times: I hope that this collection breaks records in royalty collection. Wishing you luck!
Dhritiman Chakraborty: Thank you for your well wishes! I hope that “10x Your Focus: To Achieve Career Success in A Competitive World” resonates with readers and helps them unlock their true potential. I believe that focus is a powerful tool, and I’m excited about the positive impact this book can have on individuals striving for career success. I’m looking forward to hearing the valuable feedback from readers.
The Literature Times: Thank you. Thank you very much.