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Certainly! Below is an outline for a PowerPoint presentation on corporate lessons from the
Mahabharata, one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India, the other being the
Ramayana. The Mahabharata is not only a historical tale but also a rich source of wisdom
and guidance for leadership and management.
Slide 1: Title Slide
• Title: Corporate Lessons from Mahabharat
• Subtitle: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Business
•Image: A relevant image depicting the
Mahabharata Slide 2: Introduction to Mahabharata
• Brief overview of the Mahabharata
• Its significance in Indian culture
•How it relates to corporate and leadership
principles Slide 3: Leadership and Strategy
• The role of Bhishma: Duty and commitment
• Krishna's guidance: Leadership and mentorship
•The Pandavas' strategy: Teamwork and
ethics Slide 4: Ethical Decision Making
• Yudhishthira's dilemmas: Balancing
righteousness and practicality
•The importance of Dharma (duty/righteousness) in business
decisions Slide 5: The Power of Alliances
• The importance of Krishna's support to the Pandavas
•Building strategic partnerships and
alliances Slide 6: The Cost of Greed and
Ambition
• Duryodhana's downfall: The dangers of
unchecked ambition
•The consequences of ethical compromises for short-term
gains Slide 7: The Role of Mentorship
• Dronacharya and his students: The impact of mentorship on
talent development
•The importance of nurturing potential in
employees Slide 8: The Importance of Skill and
Preparation
• The story of Ekalavya: The value of skill and
dedication
 • The law of cause and effect: Actions have consequences
•The importance of ethical behavior in business
practices Slide 10: The Bhagavad Gita and Corporate World
• The teachings of the Bhagavad Gita: Duty, action, and
detachment
•Applying these teachings to leadership and work
ethic Slide 11: Conclusion
• Recap of key lessons from the Mahabharata
•Encouragement to apply these ancient wisdoms to modern business
challenges Slide 12: Q&A
• Invite questions from the audience
•Provide contact information for follow-up
discussions Slide 13: Thank You Slide
• Thank the audience for their time
• Provide your contact information for further
discussions
Remember to include relevant images, quotes, and examples from the Mahabharata to make
the presentation engaging and informative. Each slide should have concise bullet points and be
visually appealing to keep the audience's attention.