The Art of Conversations by Pradyumna Pradip Gajjar

Date:        Tuesday 4 Aug 2026

Time:       19:30PM – 21.00PM 

Location: ONLINE

 

In a world where we are more connected than ever through technology, genuine conversations have become increasingly rare. Yet meaningful dialogue has the power to strengthen relationships, resolve conflict, inspire others, and deepen our connection with ourselves, with others, and ultimately with Krishna.

Drawing inspiration from John C. Maxwell’s bestselling book Everyone Communicates, Few Connect, this engaging 90-minute seminar explores why the greatest communicators are not simply those who speak well, but those who make others feel seen, heard, and valued. Maxwell teaches that true influence begins with connection, not communication alone—a principle that beautifully aligns with the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad-gita, where Lord Krishna transforms Arjuna not through instruction alone, but through compassionate, attentive and purposeful conversation.

Together, we’ll discover practical techniques for becoming better listeners, asking powerful questions, finding common ground, communicating with empathy, and navigating difficult conversations with grace. We’ll also explore how conscious speech (satyam), humility, and genuine care can elevate every interaction into an opportunity for service and spiritual growth.

Whether you’re looking to improve your relationships at home, in the workplace, within your community, or in your devotional life, this seminar will provide simple, practical tools that you can begin applying immediately.

Teacher Bio

Pradyumna Pradip Gajjar is a leadership and organisational development specialist with over 25 years’ experience helping individuals, teams and leaders develop the skills needed to thrive in today’s workplace. As a Visiting Fellow at Loughborough University, he contributes to postgraduate leadership education, bringing together evidence-based practice, behavioural science and real-world leadership experience. His highly interactive programmes build confidence, strengthen communication, develop emotional intelligence and improve personal effectiveness, equipping people with practical tools they can apply immediately in the workplace.

Alongside his corporate and academic work, Pradyumna has spent more than two decades President of ISKCON Leicester, where he has developed leaders, facilitated organisational change and delivered community initiatives. This unique combination of commercial, academic and community leadership enables him to connect with audiences at every level to inspire lasting behavioural change.