Indeed, learning happens only once we step out of our comfort zone. I still remember the day I stepped on a podium, for the first time, to present to 500+ audience. I was scared and worried that I would stutter; or worse still completely forget what I had to say. I practiced and practiced, but … Continue reading Comfort and Learning are not best of friends
Author: Padma Rajeswari
My love hate relationship with Indigo Airlines
I wrote this a couple of days back while flying Indigo. Even as I appreciate several things, I continue to wish few things were different. What I love? 1. Smooth ride and landing even in turbulent weather. I am impressed by the way Indigo pilots land the flights despite strong winds and heavy downpour in … Continue reading My love hate relationship with Indigo Airlines
Go beyond the obvious
Early morning scene at airport security check: “I travel every week; no one has ever stopped me”; screams the agitated passenger. “I have been working for years, I know my job”; says the CISF person sternly. Argument continues! The passenger gets angrier with every passing second; he refuses to budge. This goes on, much to … Continue reading Go beyond the obvious
Superior-subordinate: Words to avoid
The other day, I heard someone say, “I will check with my superior and let you know”. By superior, he meant boss. At times, team members are referred to as “subordinate” Aren’t these words – superior and subordinate – undermining equality; laced with assumption that manager is inherently better than the employee. Does being higher … Continue reading Superior-subordinate: Words to avoid
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Employees leave companies, not just managers
Several factors influence employees' decision to leave or stay. Managers are neither superheroes nor wicked villains. It's inappropriate to say "employees leave managers, not companies"
Does my manager care for my well-being?
"My manager cares for my well-being" - An oft asked question in employee engagement or manager effectiveness surveys. "What does an employee think of when responding to this question?" asked my troubled friend. His organization had conducted manager effectiveness survey; he had received his manager score card couple of days back. While he scored reasonably well … Continue reading Does my manager care for my well-being?
Life is a lonely journey
In moments of joy, we raise a toast and celebrate with others; But the intoxicating high is ours. When life strews our path with thorns , others walk by us, consoling us; But, Its our feet that bleed, none can share it. In moments of dark despair, others can give a shoulder to lean on; … Continue reading Life is a lonely journey
Carve out the Middle Path
Every woman has to carve out her own middle path based on her context, preference and needs.
Relationships and their Ecosystem
Ecosystem for relationship is like soil for a plant. It can nourish the plant with its rich nutrients or kill it with its toxic contents. Similarly, the ecosystem can enable a relationship to deepen or turn it superficial or toxic. Last couple of weeks I was lucky to have met several old friends, ex-colleagues and … Continue reading Relationships and their Ecosystem