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...]
Known by a Few, Seen by Many
It’s easy to chase the illusion of being universally liked. The gravitational pull of popularity is strong, and social media has made it almost irresistible to measure our worth by the length of our friend lists and the weight of our follower counts. Somewhere along the way, we began confusing … [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...]
We Borrow People, Not Possess Them
Somewhere along the way, leadership forgot its place. Not all of it, not all the time - but enough to notice. Enough to sense the subtle creep of entitlement that so often masquerades as authority. Enough to see how easily we confuse someone showing up to work with someone handing over their … [Read more...]
Move People, Don’t Fight Them
It’s tempting, especially when we’re younger or when our ambition burns hottest, to think that progress comes from winning. We’re told to push, to hustle, to grind. And somewhere along the way, we start believing that people are obstacles to be overcome, that success is about getting our way, … [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...]