Ravish Maqsood

Educator, Consultant and Lifelong Learner

Sharing experience and ideas in project management, sustainability, AI, career development and purposeful living

A career is rarely a straight line. Mine has developed through industry, project leadership, university teaching, entrepreneurship, mentoring and a continuing curiosity about the world. Learning and adopting digital technologies including Artificial Intelligence (AI) has improved my knowledge. 

Today, I bring these experiences together through education, consulting, career development and creative exploration. Here I share my work, ideas, photography and reflections from that journey.

01.

Educator

Teaching postgraduate learners and working professionals in project management, sustainability and the application of digital technologies.

02.

Consultant and Entrepreneur

Bringing practical project and industry experience to consulting, professional development and organisational improvement. 

03.

Career Coach and Mentor

Supporting individuals as they reflect on their strengths, navigate professional transitions and make considered career decisions. 

04.

Photographer, Traveller and Writer

Exploring places, cultures, nature and the built environment through photography and reflective writing.

My professional journey spans project management, engineering and process industries, higher education, consulting and entrepreneurship.

After years of managing and contributing to complex projects, I began sharing that experience with postgraduate students and working professionals. For nearly a decade, I have taught at leading universities in Singapore, connecting established principles with the realities of modern organisations. This includes digital transformation related topics such as AI in Project Management, Project Management in Digital World, and Environmental Sustainability in Digital World. 

I am also the founder of TheGritConsulting Pte. Ltd., through which I develop consulting, professional learning and career-development initiatives. Thee all revolves around helping the industry to improve their profit margins by improving business processes.

Across these roles, one idea remains constant: experience becomes more valuable when it is examined, applied and shared..

Teaching and Learning

Developing practical learning experiences in project management, environmental sustainability and the responsible use of digital technologies. This includes launching AI related topics and implementing in real life cases. 

Consulting and Professional Development

Building consulting and professional-learning initiatives through TheGritConsulting, with a focus on practical knowledge, digital technology, AI, capability development and continuous improvement. 

Writing and Creative Exploration

Documenting observations about work, learning, travel, culture, infrastructure and sustainability through articles and photography. I am also author of book “Searching, Securing, and Managing a New Job” which is available on Amazon. 

Testimonial

What People Are Saying

"1-on-1 coaching sessions since my schooling through university admission has helped me to carve out my career path by overcoming my inner fears. Every session had a focused approach with insight to plan my next steps."

Mohibah Urooj, student @mass-communication, India

"Ravish's coaching helped me to get into a Master's program at University of Cambridge, United Kingdom. That has been helpful in opening more doors for my future career. "

Boyang Song, student @ university of cambridge, United kingdom

“There is lot to learn from his knowledge and experiences. A person who is always willing to take extra mile to ensure his students are on the right path. Continuing to seek his guidance on ongoing steps.”

Ala Bala S Krishna, student @ NUS, Singapore

"I have gained a lot of knowledge during our sessions with some real examples through his own experiences. I believe that it will be very beneficial for my future career. He is very dedicated person, very supportive and having a great experience in coaching and mentoring."

Hazim Alsiwed, Working Professional, Saudi Arabia

"Industry insights are very useful, especially regarding salary expectations and promotion prospects. Explanations on work relationships help me prepare myself for the job environment. Prof. Ravish is extremely passionate about teaching, coaching and articulates the subject matter well. I am also inspired by his dual quality of being successful in corporate environments and being entrepreneurial himself."

Phyo (richard), working professional, singapore, myanmar

"During sessions, I was provided with some ways to be distinguish among a group of opportunities we have in front of us and how to select the best option for us. He is also conscious in guiding me to ensure the learning curve is good. He is a very virtuous and kind person that is 100% willing to help with his humorous and very approachable style."


An Ruyi, Student, Student @NTU, Singapore

"Sessions helped me to have clear direction on what to expect in the working world in terms of career progression. Brings life to his coaching sessions through his helpful and jovial personality."

Pramoud kumar, working professional, singapore

"During the penultimate year, Ravish gave relevant industrial knowledge and suggestions that helped with the job search and the selection. It has laid a proper starting point to the career progression. The knowledge gave a better clarity when weighing the pros and cons of different jobs and their potential career paths. He is an enthusiastic Professor who enjoys talking to young people and is ready to give his time to youth who are willing to learn."


Khine soe san wai, working professional, Singapore