The Wheel And The Fire
I watched a potter craft diyas and vases that seemed complete, yet they were still fragile. It made me think. Growth can look finished on the surface. The real strengthening, though, happens later, in the heat.
When Two Authors Meet
I met Sivakumar Palaniappan last evening… and the conversation simply flowed. No posturing. No pretence. Just two people talking honestly about work, life, leadership, mistakes, and lessons.
Keep The Fire Going
While sitting around a bonfire during a recent family getaway, I found myself reflecting on leadership. Like a fire, leadership energy needs attention and balance. Not too little. Not too much. Just enough to keep people warm, engaged, and connected.
Facing My Fear
Filming my Udemy course yesterday forced me to confront something I struggle with. I can speak to large rooms with ease, but a camera unsettles me. I showed up anyway. Because growth often waits on the other side of fear.
Foodking Sarathbabu – From Slums To Boardrooms
I met the inspirational Foodking Sarathbabu last afternoon. His leadership journey from the slums of Chennai to India’s leading boardrooms is powerful, but it was his humility and warmth that stayed with me.
Silence At The Top Creates Noise Below
I’ve noticed that silence at the top creates noise below. When leaders don’t spell out priorities or intent, teams begin guessing. Assumptions multiply, clarity fades, and confusion fills the space.
An “Odyssey” To Remember!
I stopped by the Odyssey bookstore yesterday. I was curious to see if my book was on the shelf. It was. What I didn’t expect was seeing it in the “Best Sellers” section!
India Lifts The Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup
Watching India lift the Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup was a proud moment. What stood out wasn’t just individual brilliance, but calm decision-making, shared trust, and players stepping up when it mattered.
20,000 and Counting…
Crossing 20,000 connections on LinkedIn made me think about why I write here. These days, it’s less about garnering likes and more about starting conversations. Less about saying something clever, and more about saying something honest.
CKK – The Unassuming Leader
Meeting CKK, Co-Founder and CMD of Naturals Salon & Spa, reminded me that leadership feels human. No hierarchy. No pretence. Just ease and genuine listening. Leadership is as much about accessibility as it is about ability.