Are you aware of your field

Have you observed top performers who excel in one organization, but struggle when transitioned to another team or organization? Or vice versa?This can be attributed to a concept called the Field Theory, first proposed by Kurt Lewin. Understanding and applying this theory is pivotal in the realm of Organizational Development.Let's delve into the experiences of … Continue reading Are you aware of your field →

Who is the puppeteer?

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? →

The Roots of Hesitation

I remember receiving feedback few years ago: “You are always willing help others. But if you are to succeed in the long run, you need to learn to seek support.” The feedback took me by surprise, I had never really given it a serious thought. Also, as I reflected on the frequency / areas for … Continue reading The Roots of Hesitation →

Time is Not Money

Couple of weeks back, I ran a poll on LinkedIn: "Time is Money" – YES or NO. 97% respondents agreed that Time is Money. Only 3% said that time is not money. I agree with the minority, here’s why: Money can be protected or grown through right investments. Whereas time can neither be saved nor … Continue reading Time is Not Money →

Future-proof Capabilities

Couple of weeks back, I had a lunch date with my ex-colleague’s daughter. Post her masters, she was working with a mid-sized organization. She was enjoying her work and doing very well. Full of energy and ambition, she asked, “aunty, what skills should I pick up - ones that will help me through my career? … Continue reading Future-proof Capabilities →

Attention to Details

Several years ago, I worked with a #leader who was passionate about attention to details. Go to him with a document that has few typos, or inconsistent font, bullets, words, data and he will push the document back to you with a smile and say, “I am sorry, I can’t go through this note. It’s … Continue reading Attention to Details →

Epistle from Magnolia Blossom

Last month, we visited the Company Garden in Mussoorie. Walking in, we saw lines of trees covered with pink flowers. From a distance, they looked like Cherry Blossom. As we walked closer, we saw lines of trees in full bloom, covered with incredibly gorgeous pink-white flowers. Mildly fragrant, they resembled lotus buds in shape and … Continue reading Epistle from Magnolia Blossom →

Sankofa – spring into future stepping on past

Few days back, I was reading articles on culture. I came across this phrase ‘Sankofa’. It is a Ghanaian expression; it refers to a mythical bird whose feet are firmly planted forward while its head is turned backwards carrying a precious egg in her beak. It represents the old African adage, “always remember the past … Continue reading Sankofa – spring into future stepping on past →

Carpe Diem!

Last week I had taken a short break for Christmas in a lovely resort in Kolkata. One morning, sitting in a comfy lounge chair under warm morning sun, I was reading Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah (a gripping tale set in the background of 900-days siege of Leningrad during World War II). Suddenly out of … Continue reading Carpe Diem! →

Learning or Performing Mode

“Are you in learning mode or performing mode?” I recollect our master facilitator call out every time we began a practice session. We had to say aloud, “I am in learning mode” Initially, I wondered about the difference it would make. Gradually, it became obvious; while in learning mode, we were willing to experiment and … Continue reading Learning or Performing Mode →