I’ve spent enough time around kids to know one thing for certain - they never stop asking questions. Why is the sky blue? Why do we have to sleep? Why can’t I eat ice cream for breakfast? They poke, prod, and test the world, not looking for final answers but for a way to understand what’s in … [Read more...]
Carrying Identity with Pride and Humility
I am writing this from Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris, waiting for my connecting flight back to Canada. My trip to India, which was good for both my heart and soul, has left me reflecting deeply on my own identity. Travel has a way of pulling thoughts to the surface, and this time was no … [Read more...]
Embracing Life’s Unscripted Symphony: A Personal Journey
Life often unfolds in ways we least expect, composing movements that diverge from our carefully planned scores. Despite our earnest efforts, intuitive insights, and well-intentioned plans, outcomes may still stray from our desired crescendos. In these moments, embracing the art of acceptance … [Read more...]
The Life We Inherit, The Life We Choose
Somewhere between what happens to us and what we make happen, life unfolds. We inherit a world shaped by choices we did not make, but we navigate it through choices that are entirely our own. The interplay of karma and dharma - one handed to us, the other shaped by us - is the quiet tension … [Read more...]
12 Lessons (We Often Don’t Teach in School But) that Could Change Your Career Forever
There’s an illusion we all grow up believing: that success is a meritocracy, neatly charted out by hard work, good grades, and the occasional stroke of luck. But careers, like life itself, are more nuanced, more unpredictable, and more demanding of our ability to adapt, recalibrate, and redefine … [Read more...]
The Silent Crisis of Value: Let Us Start the New Year Owning Our Impact
As I reflect on the past year, one theme stands out in my coaching and mentoring conversations: the quiet but profound struggle many professionals face in recognizing and communicating their value. It’s a challenge that transcends roles, industries, and career stages. People who are talented, … [Read more...]
Karm Hi Dharam Hai: The Quiet Power of Doing What Must Be Done
Thirty years ago, as a young engineering student, I found myself spiraling into panic over an exam. Fear consumed me - fear of failing, fear of disappointing myself and others, fear of outcomes beyond my control. My dad, ever calm in moments of my distress, offered a pearl of wisdom that would stay … [Read more...]
The Rhythm of Trust: How Cadence Creates Culture
Life often feels like a series of unpredictable, fragmented moments - constantly shifting, constantly demanding our attention. In a world full of noise, we tend to search for something steady, something we can rely on. We seek rhythm, the kind of quiet consistency that reminds us we’re moving … [Read more...]
Rise Above the Noise: Mastering the Competitive Mindset for Job Market Success
In a world drowning in surplus, survival isn’t about simply existing - it’s about standing out. Whether it’s products vying for attention, ideas competing for adoption, or people striving for opportunities, the principle remains the same: excess creates noise, and success belongs to those who rise … [Read more...]
The Art of the Perfect Pitch: Connecting Through Clarity
Crafting the perfect pitch is often misunderstood as a test of self-promotion. Yet, the most compelling pitches aren’t about touting accolades or listing achievements - they’re about building connection. They bridge the gap between who you are and what others need to understand about you. This is … [Read more...]