Leading From Behind

Leadership is not always about being out in front. At times, it means leading from behind by empowering others, setting direction, and allowing people to step forward with confidence when the moment calls for it.

Your Attitude Determines Your Altitude

The redwood tree grows from a tiny seed into the tallest tree on earth through resilience and adaptability. Inspired by this spirit, our Redwood Awards honour individuals whose attitude and character shape how high they rise.

Interviewing The Interviewer

Over the years, I’ve interviewed hundreds of candidates. Many interviewees miss a simple truth. An interview is not one sided. It’s a space where candidates must ask questions to assess the organisation, its leadership, culture, and values.

First Impression = Best Impression?

As a teenager, I was swept away by Rajiv Gandhi’s charisma and presence. Years later, leadership taught me a harder truth. First impressions may open doors, but they rarely predict who will actually perform, endure, and shape history over time.

Kerr’s Folly & Indian Hockey

Last evening, as India slipped out of Hockey World Cup contention, I thought back to the celebrations after our Pakistan win. The rewards felt generous, yet unsettling. A classic case of Kerr’s Folly, undermining teamwork in a team sport.

Never Give Up

“Never give up” is more than a phrase for me. This poem captures the faith, patience and inner strength that help me endure uncertainty and keep moving forward when the road feels long.

Anticipating Customer Needs

A 29-hour foggy travel ordeal reminded me how often businesses miss simple opportunities to add value. Anticipating customer needs is not about grand gestures. It is about noticing what customers will need next and offering it before they ask.

Sharing Success – Secret of a Winning Team!

Watching Gautam Gambhir hand over his Man of the Match award to Virat Kohli stayed with me. That gesture said everything about winning teams. When success is shared, teams grow stronger, more united, and far more resilient over time.

Welcome Aboard !!!

My son’s birthday reminded me how preparation creates belonging. Just as families prepare for a newborn, leaders must prepare for a new employee. Thoughtful onboarding is the first signal of care, intent, and inclusion from day one.

Leading By Example

I have seen how quickly trust erodes when leaders say one thing and do another. Leadership becomes credible only when actions match words. Leading by example is not a style choice. It is the foundation of belief and commitment.