Four years into leading corporate services at the Ottawa Community Foundation, I find myself reflecting on what truly defines fulfillment at work. This isn’t a question I’m approaching for the first time. Over the past 15+ years, I’ve had the privilege of leading teams across diverse roles and … [Read more...]
Heroes on the Beam: Lessons from “Lunch Atop a Skyscraper”
The other day, while scrolling through YouTube with my father, we stumbled upon a video that gave us an unforgettable glimpse into history. The video, "Lunch Atop a Skyscraper: The Story Behind the Iconic Photograph", unveiled the remarkable world of the … [Read more...]
The Art of Reinvention: Why Evolution Defines Success
Lamborghini once built tractors. Samsung sold groceries. LG started with facial creams, and IKEA began as a pen company. These origin stories are more than quirky anecdotes. They are powerful reminders of the transformative potential of reinvention. Business models, like the organizations that … [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...]
Belief as a Mirror: How Leaders Shape Success by What They See
There’s an unspoken alchemy in leadership - the ability to see potential in others and, through that belief, draw it out. What you decide about the people you lead often becomes a prophecy they fulfill. See someone as broken, and you’ll unconsciously hunt for flaws to confirm your assumption. But … [Read more...]
The Weight of Unspoken Expectations
No one will ever exceed your secret expectations. It’s a truth that sneaks into relationships, workplaces, and even our broader social circles, quietly shaping how we experience others. Secret expectations - the hopes, standards, and dreams we carry without sharing - can become a silent barrier … [Read more...]
The Strength You Don’t Know You Have
“You don’t know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have.”-Bob Marley Bob Marley’s words resonate deeply with me because they reveal a universal truth about human resilience. Strength is often invisible, unacknowledged and untested, until life demands its presence. … [Read more...]
The Future Isn’t Found, It’s Built
“The best way to create the future is to build it.” - Peter Drucker There’s a profound power in Drucker’s words, a truth that resonates deeply across all facets of life. Futures don’t unfold by themselves - they are crafted, brick by brick, by those who dare to move beyond dreaming into … [Read more...]
Why Your Value Proposition Matters: The Key to Winning Opportunities
When it comes to securing a role, the art of persuasion lies in one powerful question: What value do you bring to the table? Employers are not in the business of handing out jobs - they’re in the business of solving problems, growing their operations, and driving success. No matter how stable or … [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...]