"An eye for an eye makes the whole world blind." With these words, Mahatma Gandhi offered a profound warning about the endless cycle of retribution, one that humanity has grappled with for centuries. The idea is deceptively simple but layered with meaning: vengeance diminishes all. Each act of … [Read more...]
Reinvention Over Resolutions: The Quiet Power of Showing Up Every Day
It has been over 15 years since I made New Year’s resolutions, and I am happy that I went that way. Every December, as the clock winds down to January, the world gears up for a ritual of promises, grand, lofty, and often short-lived. Resolutions feel like a collective agreement to transform … [Read more...]
You Can’t Give an Inch: Lessons in Strategy and Resilience from the Australian Cricket Team
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...]
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...]
Leaving It Behind: Turning This Year’s Struggles Into Next Year’s Strength
As the calendar edges closer to its last page, the season invites a natural reckoning. Amid the celebrations and resolutions, there’s often an unspoken tension: the weight of a lingering challenge that has followed you throughout the year. It sits quietly in the background, a constant companion to … [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...]
How Clarity, Consistency, and Consciousness Defined My Wins in 2024
As the year draws to a close, I find myself reflecting not just on what I’ve achieved but on the meaning behind those milestones. Wins, to me, are never about ticking boxes or meeting external benchmarks - they are moments of intentionality, growth, and clarity. They reflect conscious choices and … [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...]