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Self-Mastery

Self-mastery

Lately, I’ve had several coaching conversations with key leaders on my team, and a recurring topic has been how we can all become better leaders. My view on this is that all leadership begins with self-mastery. You can’t lead others Read more…


Weekend Story-The Two Villagers

The Two Farmers

In a sun-drenched valley nestled between rolling hills lived two villagers, Bruno and Sophia. Both toiled under the same sun, tending their fields and raising livestock. Yet, their lives were vastly different. Bruno, The Barterer: Bruno, a man of routine, Read more…


Make A Positive Difference

Positive difference

When we were in school, we would take tests-weekly, unit, quarterly, half-yearly, annual, etc- test after test after test for every subject. We had to prove to our teachers, our parents, and our friends that we were smart enough to Read more…


Of Muddy Puddles And Leaky Ceilings

Muddy puddles

Sharing this great wisdom via James Clear’s Blog. Problems we deal daily with can be of two types. Imagined or real. Muddy puddles and leaky ceilings are great metaphors to distinguish between two types of problems. Ignore the imagined and Read more…


Celebrate Constantly

celebrate

How often do we reach our goals and then immediately move on? When we do this, the recollection of the success diminishes. How can we confidently move forward if we can’t remember what we have achieved, or worse yet, link Read more…


Process Your Past In Planning For Future

Process your past

The season of Annual Operating Plans is here, and I have noticed that many people struggle with how to approach the planning process for the upcoming year. One common issue is that people tend to focus solely on the future Read more…


A Simple Ritual

simple ritual

A simple ritual to boost your confidence: Ask yourself What am I really good at? What is easier for me today than it was one year ago? What is my proudest accomplishment? Reflect on the answers to the above three Read more…


Intention Vs Resolution

Intention Vs resolution

Many of us tend to set resolutions during significant transition periods in our lives, such as a new year, birthday, or a new job role. We often say to ourselves, “New Year, new resolution,” or “This time, it will be Read more…


Weekend Story-Warren Buffett & The Pilot

Warren Buffett

Michael, a young and ambitious pilot, lands his dream job working for the legendary investor Warren Buffett. Determined to speak with Mr. Buffett and receive some career and wealth advice, Michael resolves to find a way to approach him. Finally, Read more…


Seek The Unfamiliar

seek the unfamiliar

When we face complex challenges, we tend to seek answers from what we already know and are familiar with. We look for solutions within the confines of our comfort zone and experience. However, what if the real breakthroughs are hidden Read more…