In a world where everything seems divided into boxes, shades, and factions, standing on your own, as a non-partisan, feels like an act of defiance. Today, we live in an era where the expectation is that you should color yourself, label yourself, and declare your loyalty to a side. People ask where … [Read more...]
Lighthouses, Not Tugboats: The True Role of Mentors in Building Your Own Path
Mentors are often seen as the guiding lights on our journeys - the wise ones who share their experiences, offer insights, and help us avoid costly mistakes. But mentorship isn’t about receiving a set of ready-made answers or a clear-cut map to success. It’s far more nuanced than that. To truly … [Read more...]
Finding Our Operational Framework: Future Proofing Success
In today's world, the sheer number of opportunities and problems vying for our attention can easily overwhelm us. We live in an era where the opportunity landscape bombards us with constant notifications, alerts, and updates. This never-ending influx makes it challenging to focus, often leading us … [Read more...]
Taking Stock: Why am I Here?
This profound question has been a cornerstone of human contemplation for centuries. As the Dalai Lama once said, "The purpose of our lives is to be happy." Yet, happiness often eludes us when we seek it directly. Instead, it is found in the meaningful pursuit of our passions and the service of … [Read more...]
The Power of Sharing: Why We Should All Embrace Open Knowledge
Today I am diving into something that's recently become a big part of my life and career: the beauty of sharing what I know. Most of us are used to working in our little bubbles, applying our skills to get things done. But there's a whole other level to be reached when we start sharing our … [Read more...]
From Awkward Mingling to Intentional Networking: Embrace the Power of Purposeful Connections
Remember the days of cold networking? You'd don your best business attire, arm yourself with a stack of business cards, and head to a networking event, hoping for those serendipitous collisions with potential contacts. It was all about chance encounters and quick exchanges, often leaving you with a … [Read more...]
Sharing Knowledge Freely: My commitment to opening my work for non-commercial use
Over the past two months, I've been gradually releasing some of my core strategic documents, frameworks, and models that I've developed and regularly use in my strategic consulting and coaching work. A close, trusted friend recently asked me why I chose this path, prompting me to write this post. … [Read more...]
Philanthropic Hustle: Parallels with Entrepreneurial Hustle
Current narratives of economic success (prominently) shine the spotlight on the entrepreneurial spirit - a journey marked by unwavering resolve, sleepless nights, and the relentless pursuit of innovation. Yet, just beyond this limelight lies a path equally arduous and commendable: the Philanthropic … [Read more...]
Empowering Voices: Unlocking Leadership Potential Across Languages through the “Global Leadership Lab”
Project Lead: Manu Sharma; Project Time-Frame: Launching in July 2024 In an era where language often dictates access to knowledge, the Global Leadership Lab seeks to democratize access to management and leadership education. This pioneering approach aims to transcend linguistic barriers, bringing … [Read more...]
Really Amazing Kiva Milestone
Proud milestone achieved today .... My Kiva team today raised its 1000th loan and crossed the $25,000 in total ... It's been an amazing journey, a journey made possible by the active contributions and support of the other 80 team members … [Read more...]