Helping folks with practical tips to manage themselves better
June 30, 2024
A wannabe martial arts student went to a Shaolin master and asked earnestly, “Master, I am committed to learning your school’s martial arts system. How long will it take me to master it?” “At least Ten years,” the Master responded Read more…
We all seek instant gratification. Quick wins are tempting, and we want to see the results as soon as we do something. Unfortunately, amazing things rarely happen overnight. But here’s the thing, though- just because the results are not showing up Read more…
June 29, 2024
We often allude to discipline as something special because it feels tough- We are doing the hard thing, pushing ourselves through the grind, and that feels heroic. However, from experience, I realize that when you are fully engaged with what you Read more…
June 28, 2024
Jim Rohn was a motivational speaker and entrepreneur who left a wealth of wisdom behind. Many talks of his are available on the internet, and in my late thirties, there was a phase where I used to listen to many Read more…
June 27, 2024
I am currently in Dubai and caught up with two dear friends for dinner this evening. We reminisced about some of the most satisfying moments in our lives and came to a profound conclusion. What we typically consider defining moments, such Read more…
June 26, 2024
I make this point often to my team. If you are the ambitious kind, always remember one fundamental truth. Ordinary effort will always get you ordinary results. If your ambition demands that you seek extraordinary outcomes, commit yourself to the Read more…
June 25, 2024
I am re-sharing a post, Know The Backwards Law, published in March 2021. This post revisits the “Backwards Law,” introduced by philosopher Alan Watts, which suggests, “The more you try, the further away you are.” We all encounter the Backwards Read more…
June 24, 2024
An executive worked for a very demanding but smart boss who had a way of getting his team to stretch themselves in the tasks he assigned them. Once, the boss wanted the executive to work on an important report. The Read more…
June 23, 2024
When catching up with old colleagues and friends, it’s common to hear about what everyone is up to in their careers. There’s usually a bit of gossip and envy involved, like “Oh, did you know? She got a big promotion. Read more…
June 22, 2024
There have been numerous occasions in my adult life when I have become emotionally invested in some decision, stubbornly clinging to the hope of a desired outcome even when the evidence suggests otherwise. Looking back, there are a few examples- Read more…
