Notes from the trail

I write about growth, clarity and leadership. Short reflections to help you pause, reset and move forward with greater intention.

The Inner Game
Leadership

When A Book Becomes A Course

When I published “The Inner Game of Leadership”, I thought the journey had reached its destination. But inspired by readers’ suggestions, the book is now evolving into an online course that will help people put the book’s ideas into practice.

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Ravi Pratap Singh-Leadership in the Age of AI
Leadership

Leadership in the Age of AI

AI may be transforming work. But trust still transforms people. And in a world being reshaped by technology, that may be one of the few leadership truths that remains constant.

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Finding Calm On Business Trips
Business

How Airbnb Transformed My Business Travel

Airbnb has completely changed the way I travel for business. Instead of staying in business hotels, I now seek out quieter spaces surrounded by nature that help me recharge and return to work with greater focus and energy.

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Leadership

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: Beyond The Sixes

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s sixes were unforgettable in IPL 2026, but what stayed with me even more was the humility, emotion, and innocence behind the talent. In an age of polished reactions and curated confidence, his authenticity felt rare… and incredibly refreshing.

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Rejection is Redirection
Leadership

Rejection is Redirection

Last night, I lost a deal I had invested months into, and it hurt like crazy. But over the years, I’ve realised that rejection often forces us to pause, reflect, and move toward paths we may never have chosen otherwise.

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Some Endings Aren’t Really Endings
Leadership

Some Endings Aren’t Really Endings

Sometimes, what feels like an ending is actually life creating space for something new. I’ve realised that not every closed door is a loss. Some moments simply ask us to trust the uncertainty before the next chapter begins.

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