Reflections
Gen Z Isn’t the Problem — You Are
GenZ isn‘t the problem, you are. Here are some common myths associated with them: They are rude and entitled Because they are assertive and speak
Why I Show Up Even When I Don’t Feel Like It
I don’t like holding daily stand-ups for my team, at least 10% of the days – days when I am simply not feeling up for
The Quid Pro Quo Illusion
What if the worst trade you ever made… is one you don’t even remember making? There are many ways to live a bad life –
The Domino Effect of a Small Setback
In the last two weeks, I messed up. An ankle injury that’s been bothering me for a while just… wouldn’t get better. So I finally
Why True Humility Isn’t About Being ‘Nice’?
Humility is not being nice. It’s not about saying “yes” to everyone or pretending to be modest. That’s insecurity in disguise, not humility. Real humility
The Courageous Side of Genuine Care
Caring genuinely is NOT just about remembering birthdays. That’s being sweet which is different from being caring. It is also not a shrewd tactic to
Building Trust at Work: The Most Valuable Currency in Leadership
Trust is the most important currency at work. As Patrick Lencioni mentions in his book ‘Five Dysfunctions of a Team’- “Teams who lack trust conceal
Your Team Mirrors You — For Better or Worse
Why is modeling the way the only way as a leader? Because humans are wired for coherence, not commands. Not convinced? Let me produce some
The Power of Authenticity in Leadership
Why keep it real with your team- the people you lead? There are just two ways to lead your people: by telling them the truth
13 Years of Leadership Lessons from a ‘World’s Best Boss’
When my team gifted me a coffee mug with ‘World’s Best Boss’ written on it for my 38th birthday, I reflected on how long it
Three Ways People Find Work They Truly Love
There are three paths to discover the work you love: The Early Callers You figured out what you liked and were good at early on
Not everyone should be a leader, and that’s a good thing
(This article first appeared in People Matters) For over a decade, the corporate world has echoed one feel-good mantra: “Everyone is a leader.” You’ve seen
Why most L&D programmes fail before they even begin?
(This article first appeared in Economic Times) Despite best intentions and increasing budgets, most Learning & Development (L&D) programs struggle to create sustained impact. Why?
Religion is a Pit; Spirituality is a Deeper Pit.
Let me tell you a secret: I am a believer. I believe in thinking. I believe in working. I believe in reflecting. I believe in
Why You Can’t Stick to Healthy Habits (and How to Fix It)
Why is it so hard to eat right or sleep on time even when we know we should? I was speaking with a friend recently.
When Life Feels Stuck…
“Nothing seems to be going right in my life. What should I do?” It’s a question I hear often in coaching and counselling conversations. And
How do you want to spend your life?
Your day consists of: 8 hours of sleep Minimum 8 hours of work 8 hours for rest of life Out of the 24 hours in
Quick Wins Fade — Slow Success Lasts
Ever noticed how the high from a “big win” fades faster than you thought it would? Something you believed would make you very happy but
Maturity is Moving from the Extremes to the Middle
I love cats, I hate dogs. I love tea, I hate coffee. I love mountains, I hate beaches. But why have such strong opinions about
Own Your Happiness
How do people around you look, when you are happy? Everyone looks good. And when you aren’t? Everyone seems to have some issue, especially the
Physical Strength = Mental Strength
Physical strength is underrated and is as important as mental strength. Pick a room of 100 people. Ask if mental strength is more important or
How to Love Your Own Company
As per Wikipedia, Loneliness is an unpleasant emotional response to perceived isolation. AI says that loneliness is a feeling of being alone or separated that
Comparison Kills Joy
Last year in August, I went for the Kashmir Great Lakes trek. For anyone who knows a little about trekking would know that it is
If You Want to Grow, Be Open
What do you do when someone presents a point of view different from yours? You can cut them short, dismiss it completely, and force your
Abundance Mindset Isn’t Positive Thinking
Abundance mindset is not Positivity. It’s Security. We hear a lot about abundance. “Think big.” “Give freely.” “Believe there’s enough for everyone.” Sounds great but
Be Here Now
“Are you reading this post?” “Yes.” “Are you ‘just’ reading this post without doing/thinking anything in parallel?” If the answer is still a Yes, stick
Six steps to Pea(k)ce Performance!
Imagine walking with a glass full of water and colliding with someone, what gets spilled? Water. What if it contains coffee? Coffee. And what if
The Missing Ingredient Between You and Big Success
Do you want to make it big? If the answer is yes, what’s stopping you? There are millions of ‘how to’ videos to help you
Life Isn’t a Copy-Paste Job
Here’s the distribution of 16 personality types across the world as per Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI): INTJ: 2.1% INTP: 3.3% ENTJ: 1.8% ENTP: 3.2% INFJ:
Tragedy Doesn’t Change You — This Does
“Tragedy changes people.” We say this as if it’s automatic. As if pain equals growth. It isn’t. Some people go through hardship and become more
Forget Self-Love — Self-Awareness is the Real Superpower
You don’t need self-love, you need self-awareness and accountability. Let me elaborate how self-love is killing your growth. Ask about the demerits of the Modi
Religion is a Pit; Spirituality is a Deeper Pit.
Let me tell you a secret: I am a believer. I believe in thinking. I believe in working. I believe in reflecting. I believe in
Why You Can’t Stick to Healthy Habits (and How to Fix It)
Why is it so hard to eat right or sleep on time even when we know we should? I was speaking with a friend recently.
When Life Feels Stuck…
“Nothing seems to be going right in my life. What should I do?” It’s a question I hear often in coaching and counselling conversations. And
How do you want to spend your life?
Your day consists of: 8 hours of sleep Minimum 8 hours of work 8 hours for rest of life Out of the 24 hours in
Quick Wins Fade — Slow Success Lasts
Ever noticed how the high from a “big win” fades faster than you thought it would? Something you believed would make you very happy but
Maturity is Moving from the Extremes to the Middle
I love cats, I hate dogs. I love tea, I hate coffee. I love mountains, I hate beaches. But why have such strong opinions about
Own Your Happiness
How do people around you look, when you are happy? Everyone looks good. And when you aren’t? Everyone seems to have some issue, especially the
Physical Strength = Mental Strength
Physical strength is underrated and is as important as mental strength. Pick a room of 100 people. Ask if mental strength is more important or
How to Love Your Own Company
As per Wikipedia, Loneliness is an unpleasant emotional response to perceived isolation. AI says that loneliness is a feeling of being alone or separated that
Comparison Kills Joy
Last year in August, I went for the Kashmir Great Lakes trek. For anyone who knows a little about trekking would know that it is
If You Want to Grow, Be Open
What do you do when someone presents a point of view different from yours? You can cut them short, dismiss it completely, and force your
Abundance Mindset Isn’t Positive Thinking
Abundance mindset is not Positivity. It’s Security. We hear a lot about abundance. “Think big.” “Give freely.” “Believe there’s enough for everyone.” Sounds great but
Be Here Now
“Are you reading this post?” “Yes.” “Are you ‘just’ reading this post without doing/thinking anything in parallel?” If the answer is still a Yes, stick
Six steps to Pea(k)ce Performance!
Imagine walking with a glass full of water and colliding with someone, what gets spilled? Water. What if it contains coffee? Coffee. And what if
The Missing Ingredient Between You and Big Success
Do you want to make it big? If the answer is yes, what’s stopping you? There are millions of ‘how to’ videos to help you
Life Isn’t a Copy-Paste Job
Here’s the distribution of 16 personality types across the world as per Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI): INTJ: 2.1% INTP: 3.3% ENTJ: 1.8% ENTP: 3.2% INFJ:
Tragedy Doesn’t Change You — This Does
“Tragedy changes people.” We say this as if it’s automatic. As if pain equals growth. It isn’t. Some people go through hardship and become more
Forget Self-Love — Self-Awareness is the Real Superpower
You don’t need self-love, you need self-awareness and accountability. Let me elaborate how self-love is killing your growth. Ask about the demerits of the Modi
Three Ways People Find Work They Truly Love
There are three paths to discover the work you love: The Early Callers You figured out what you liked and were good at early on
Not everyone should be a leader, and that’s a good thing
(This article first appeared in People Matters) For over a decade, the corporate world has echoed one feel-good mantra: “Everyone is a leader.” You’ve seen
Why most L&D programmes fail before they even begin?
(This article first appeared in Economic Times) Despite best intentions and increasing budgets, most Learning & Development (L&D) programs struggle to create sustained impact. Why?
Gen Z Isn’t the Problem — You Are
GenZ isn‘t the problem, you are. Here are some common myths associated with them: They are rude and entitled Because they are assertive and speak
Why I Show Up Even When I Don’t Feel Like It
I don’t like holding daily stand-ups for my team, at least 10% of the days – days when I am simply not feeling up for
The Quid Pro Quo Illusion
What if the worst trade you ever made… is one you don’t even remember making? There are many ways to live a bad life –
The Domino Effect of a Small Setback
In the last two weeks, I messed up. An ankle injury that’s been bothering me for a while just… wouldn’t get better. So I finally
Why True Humility Isn’t About Being ‘Nice’?
Humility is not being nice. It’s not about saying “yes” to everyone or pretending to be modest. That’s insecurity in disguise, not humility. Real humility
The Courageous Side of Genuine Care
Caring genuinely is NOT just about remembering birthdays. That’s being sweet which is different from being caring. It is also not a shrewd tactic to
Building Trust at Work: The Most Valuable Currency in Leadership
Trust is the most important currency at work. As Patrick Lencioni mentions in his book ‘Five Dysfunctions of a Team’- “Teams who lack trust conceal
Your Team Mirrors You — For Better or Worse
Why is modeling the way the only way as a leader? Because humans are wired for coherence, not commands. Not convinced? Let me produce some
The Power of Authenticity in Leadership
Why keep it real with your team- the people you lead? There are just two ways to lead your people: by telling them the truth
13 Years of Leadership Lessons from a ‘World’s Best Boss’
When my team gifted me a coffee mug with ‘World’s Best Boss’ written on it for my 38th birthday, I reflected on how long it