We live in a world of noise. Conversations are becoming shorter. Social media has raised the bar of broadcasting. But it has reduced our attention span to a few minutes. We get attracted to warning signs, breaking news, bold letters, and big strong prints. We do not...
Burnout isn’t just a buzzword for me; I’ve seen it unfold in the lives of senior leaders, significantly impacting their well-being and performance. Leading in today’s corporate landscape is demanding—constant decision-making, steering large teams, and balancing...
The word NO often carries difficult emotions around it. It makes us feel bad, sad, and guilty. We do not realize that No is actually a complete sentence in itself! The ‘NO’ I write about here is different though. This is about learning to have some absolute ‘nos’ in...
After spending over a decade in the industry, leadership is no longer just about hitting the targets, chasing results, or managing people — it’s about something far deeper. By this point, a leader’s external successes may be obvious, but an essential...
Ernest Hemingway said, “When people talk, listen completely. Most people never listen.” It sounds simple. The problem is that most people hear but don’t listen, or they listen only to respond. Effective listening is a crucial leadership skill. 1. Empathy goes a long...