Dr. Raj Raghunathan – Psychology & Happiness

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Teaching Psychology, Happiness & Decision-Making

  • Teaches MBA and executive-level courses on happiness, leadership, decision-making, and consumer behavior.

  • Developed the massively popular online course: “A Life of Happiness and Fulfillment” on Coursera.

• Research on Emotional Well-being & Success

  • Conducts cutting-edge research on how happiness, self-worth, and emotional intelligence affect success in personal and professional life.

  • Explores links between psychological traits and leadership performance.

• Course Development for Online & Corporate Platforms

  • Designed psychology-based content for platforms like Coursera, Udemy, and various corporate training programs.

  • His Coursera course has reached over 800,000+ students globally.

• Public Speaking & Thought Leadership

  • Regularly delivers keynote speeches, TEDx talks, and corporate workshops on emotional intelligence, workplace well-being, and leadership.

  • Invited by Fortune 500 companies, educational institutions, and global forums.

• Writing & Content Creation

  • Author of the acclaimed book “If You’re So Smart, Why Aren’t You Happy?”, published by Penguin Random House.

  • Writes for major publications and blogs, simplifying psychology for wider audiences.

• Cross-Cultural and Global Outreach

  • Works extensively with Indian professionals, students, and educational institutions.

  • Tailors happiness frameworks for diverse cultural settings, including India.

Skill & Experience

• Subject Expertise:

  • Deep understanding of positive psychology, emotional intelligence, behavioral science, and neuroscience of happiness.

  • Special focus on how attitudes and beliefs influence long-term well-being.

• Teaching & Curriculum Innovation:

  • Known for creating engaging, interactive, and application-oriented lessons that blend science with storytelling.

  • Focuses on real-life application of psychological insights in leadership and daily behavior.

• Digital Education Leadership:

  • One of the most followed instructors in psychology on Coursera.

  • Uses videos, quizzes, journaling, and reflection activities to teach complex emotional concepts.

• Corporate Training & Executive Coaching:

  • Provides custom workshops and seminars to improve emotional intelligence and employee satisfaction in organizations.

  • Works with HR teams to align organizational culture with well-being principles.

• Research Accomplishments:

  • Published in leading journals like Journal of Consumer Research, Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, etc.

  • Research cited in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, New York Times, and more.

• Recognition & Reach:

  • Course rated among the Top 10 MOOCs of all time (Class Central).

  • Featured in top podcasts and interviews as a leading voice on modern happiness science.