Advisor and Head, Capability Development

Dr. Shabnam Priyadarshini, as the Head of Capability Development at SAGE Sustainability, is a passionate advocate for thriving workplaces, and guides our team and our clients’ towards realizing their full potential by implementing carefully designed strategies and interventions. Being adept at utilizing psychometric assessment tools, she adopts a human-centred approach in her professional endeavours. This approach emphasizes understanding and addressing the unique needs, strengths, and potential of each individual, ensuring that her interventions are tailored to foster personal growth and well-being. By prioritizing the human element, she creates an empathetic and supportive environment that enables individuals to thrive.

She holds a doctorate in Psychology from Panjab University, Chandigarh and has over 20 years of experience in teaching, corporate training, research, and consulting. She has been teaching and researching various aspects of human behaviour as applied to management. With years of experience to draw upon, she has established herself as a seasoned professional in the field of behavioural science.

Drawing from her experiences as a sportsperson during her student years, she has cultivated a profound understanding of the significance of holistic health. This background has taught her the value of nurturing physical, mental, and emotional well-being, recognizing that each aspect plays a vital role in achieving overall balance and harmony in life. She is a strong advocate of nurturing mental, physical, and spiritual well-being in order to achieve true wellness. She holds the rare distinction of being awarded scholarships in both sports (NIS, Patiala) and academics (UGC JRF/SRF), reflecting her exceptional dedication and talent in multiple domains. This unique combination showcases her well-rounded abilities and commitment to personal growth across various fields.

She is currently dedicated to utilizing her knowledge and experience to aid in the creation of thriving workplaces. With her strong passion for promoting equity, addressing gender issues, and fostering organizational development, her extensive knowledge of research methodologies is highly valued by Team SAGE, who turn to her for guidance on all types of research, be it qualitative or quantitative.

She is also a qualified and accredited test administrator for MBTI, Thomas International PPA – HJA, TEIQ, and 16PF.