Who is the puppeteer? Ever wondered why we pour our hearts and souls into personal projects while work projects sometimes feel like a chore? Here are three likely reasons: Personal projects are like our babies. We choose them because love them. It's all about that "I want to" rather than the "I have to." They … Continue reading Who is the puppeteer?
Toxic high performers are charming
Picture this: Sonia, your star performer, the one you've pegged for a senior role, seemingly has it all. She tackles the toughest tasks with aplomb, consistently exceeding expectations. You are surprised go see her 360-degree feedback: her team members and peers have a vastly different perspective. The feedback paints a troubling picture - Sonia is … Continue reading Toxic high performers are charming
The Twelve Hours in Terminal 2
17 -18 Jan 2023 – the 12 hours spent in Terminal 2 Mumbai – will remain etched in my memory.. 28 ABGites were set to fly to Colombo for annual Planning and Budgeting meeting. Weeks of thinking, brainstorming, and planning were about to culminate into even richer conversations and final plans for FY’24. The excitement … Continue reading The Twelve Hours in Terminal 2
A moment lost is gone forever
Today is my father’s 25 death anniversary.He passed away alone with no one holding his hand as he made his final journey; despite living with his whole family in a 700 sq ft 2-BHK flat, despite we being fully aware that his soul is ready to leave the cancer devoured body any moment!He even called … Continue reading A moment lost is gone forever
Hit Reset
Sometime back, I went through a rough patch at work. It was a difficult situation; it evoked a medley of emotions: anger, frustration, disappointment…. Such encounters are common for most professionals, we all go through our share of ups and downs. By evening, I had taken charge of myself. I was feeling almost normal as … Continue reading Hit Reset
FRAM – designed for adaptability
I was going through my old pictures and came across the picture of Fram, a Norwegian exploration vessel, from the Fram museum in Oslo. It immediately reminded me of its story – the ingenuity with which the ship had built adaptability into its design.Prior to design of Fram in late 19th century, while there was … Continue reading FRAM – designed for adaptability
Leadership knowledge for Success
What are the five knowledge categories essential for effective leadership? Here are the five knowledge categories outlined by Aristotle over 2000 years ago. Interconnected, they are still essential for the success of leaders Episteme – theoretical knowledge that is based on empirical evidence, it can be verified through experiments. Example: knowledge about the industry, technology, … Continue reading Leadership knowledge for Success
Teachers who shaped us
Like every year, this Teacher’s Day, I cherish the memory of two teachers from my high school in Durgapur, who shaped me, left an indelible mark on me, who remain in my heart even after 35+ years: · Mrs. Bhaskaran, my mathematics teacher · Mrs. Srivastava, my Hindi teacher I got punished often; I was … Continue reading Teachers who shaped us
Paradox of Choices
Have you ever felt overwhelmed with simple everyday decisions? What to wear? Watch? What to buy? Where to go? Few days back, the traffic was easy, and I reached home on time. After several weeks, I got time to watch TV on a weeknight. Easing into my recliner, I first surfed Netflix and Amazon Prime, … Continue reading Paradox of Choices
Microculture
Have you ever felt helpless about the culture in your function or office? Wringing hands in frustration? Wondering what to do? Unable to shift it?I was inspired to do otherwise by nature. This is the picture of my balcony, a tiny patch of green serenity, within the vast expanse of the densely populated Mumbai, a … Continue reading Microculture
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