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Month: February 2024

Need To Write

Need to write

What is the benefit of writing something when I can give a few cues to Chatgpt, and it will deliver something better? A friend asked me recently. I could immediately relate to him the benefit I experience when I write Read more…


What Doing Our Best Means

doing our best

When we work hard and do not achieve the results we were hoping for, we often console ourselves by saying that we did our best. However, here’s the thing- Doing our best isn’t about the result. It’s about all the Read more…


Avoid The Curse Of Knowledge

Avoid curse of knowledge

When we know a lot about a topic, it can be challenging to write about it in a way that makes sense to the layperson. This issue often occurs when writing proposals or presenting ideas to others. This is the Read more…


Be Consistent

consistent

Your success in any endeavor- be it learning a new skill, developing good habits, or executing tasks-boils down to one thing- consistently showing up and putting in the effort. Consistency is the secret sauce that sets people apart. If you Read more…


Weekend Story-Desire To Win

Desire to win

A Zen Master, observing students during archery practice, spots one of the students consistently missing the mark. He remarks, “It’s his desire to win that is draining him of his skill and power.”


Maintain High Standards

High Standards

You may not always be able to perform at your best, but it’s important not to get discouraged. Always strive to give your best and operate to a high standard. Even if you fall short at times, don’t lower the Read more…


Friday Wisdom- Of Hats, Haircuts and Tattoos

Hats Haircuts Tattoos

Sharing this brilliant piece of wisdom via James Clear’s Blogpost. =================== “I think about decisions in three ways: hats, haircuts, and tattoos. Most decisions are like hats. Try one and if you don’t like it, put it back and try Read more…


Open Or Closed Minded?

closed minded

How you react to problems and breakdowns can reveal a lot about your open-mindedness. Problems and breakdowns are anomalies that occur when something doesn’t go as expected in a system that is otherwise supposed to operate predictably. Problems indicate that Read more…


Be Willing To Tackle The Mundane

Tackle the mundane

Talent and potential are not enough to ensure success. Achievement often lies in our ability to consistently tackle mundane tasks, especially when we don’t feel like doing them. For instance, engaging with clients and prospects feels productive, while compiling call Read more…