In the world of high-stakes competition, where every moment is magnified and every misstep exploited, there is no better case study than the Australian cricket team. Whether it's the Border-Gavaskar Trophy or any other format, Australia’s approach to the game is a masterclass in resilience, … [Read more...]
The Heroes We Need in 2025: Redefining Greatness for a Complex World
Humans have always needed heroes. From the warriors who defended ancient kingdoms to the visionaries who shaped modern society, heroes inspire us to see beyond our limitations. They motivate us to rise above our fears, challenges, and insecurities. They remind us of what’s possible. The story of … [Read more...]
Mastering the Cricket Pitch: Lessons in Technique, Temperament, and Transformation
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is more than just a cricket series. It's a crucible where the grit of two of the world's most competitive teams is tested against the unforgiving pitches of Australia. For India and Australia, this is more than a rivalry - it is a stage where technique collides with … [Read more...]
The Treasure Beyond Fear: How Embracing the Unknown Unleashes Growth
“The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek.” – Joseph Campbell In the pursuit of growth, whether personal, professional, or in leadership, there lies an undeniable truth: the very fears we hesitate to confront often conceal the opportunities we long for. We build walls around our … [Read more...]
The Bravery of Owning Our Story
“Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing we will ever do.” – Brené Brown This powerful quote by Brené Brown speaks to an unspoken truth that we often forget in our pursuit of success, perfection, and even leadership: the most courageous thing we can do is … [Read more...]
The Boldness in Pausing: A Story of Audacity, Humility, and a Changed Mindset
There are moments that stay with you - not because they were planned or perfect, but because they were startlingly different. Early in my leadership journey, I encountered one such moment during an interview. To this day, it remains a vivid reminder of how boldness, self-awareness, and the … [Read more...]
The Future We Can Build: Rethinking Capitalism, Nonprofits, and the Role of Shared Purpose
As we close a year that saw renewed scrutiny of the business world - marked by debates over the impact of corporate activities, the evolving landscape of work-life balance, businesses reneging on remote work arrangements, and the glaring inequities in how people are rewarded and compensated - I felt … [Read more...]
The 3Fs That Drive Productivity and Purpose: A Journey into Focus, Flow, and Fulfillment
Some frameworks stay with you, not just because they are insightful but because they resonate deeply with how you approach life and work. JD Meier’s "Focus, Flow, and Fulfillment" - a cornerstone of his Agile Results productivity system - has been one of those frameworks that I recently discovered … [Read more...]
What Is to Be Done? A Question That Demands More Than an Answer
Some questions are timeless, persistent in their relevance, haunting in their simplicity. What is to be done? It is the kind of inquiry that resists answers, ricocheting instead into more questions: What can be done? Why hasn’t it been done? And perhaps most provocatively, why are we still asking … [Read more...]
The Power of Year-End Reflection: A Personal Framework for Clarity and Growth
As 2024 draws to a close, it’s natural to find ourselves reflecting on the past 12 months. What went well? What could have been better? What’s next? These are common questions we ask ourselves at this time of year, and while they seem simple, the answers often reveal more than we initially expect. … [Read more...]