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What does it mean to be unique and distinct

What does it mean to be unique and distinct

In our last blog, we discussed how Vidyarti Bhavan had a unique way of preparing masala dosas. They have been the most sought-after restaurant for a long time. What does it mean for us for us? It means, if one is unique and distinct, catering to the needs,...
V U C A

V U C A

  21st Century – a crisis or opportunity This question is asked quite often by leaders who participate in the ‘E-Series Leadership Coaching Program.’ It needs reflection to reach a conclusion. Many experts describe the modern world in 4 words. V – Volatile...
V O C A

V O C A

In our last blog, we discussed how one faces the VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous) state of mind, almost daily. So how can one counter this you may ask? Well, to counter a VUCA state, one must transition to a VOCA state. What is VOCA? V –...
Smart Work

Smart Work

  I was recently asked in one of my sessions, “Should we work hard, or should we work smart?” I asked in response, “what do you mean by hard work and smart work?”, And there were confused looks from the audience. We were unable to reach a...
How to change with the changing times

How to change with the changing times

Redefine – to change with the changing times We are not lakes of limitedness, we are rivers who are relentlessly pursuing our goals, aspirations and vision of life. We are constantly moving, either meeting the challenges head on or going around it or going over...
Good night and sweet dreams

Good night and sweet dreams

  “Good night and sweet dreams,” is what our loved ones wish us or we wish them when we go to sleep every night. But there are a few nights when, many of us who cannot sleep or get out of sleep during the night. The sleep doesn’t seem to come however...
Energy Field

Energy Field

The very fact that we are breathing is a testament that we have energy. When there is no energy, there is no life. I recall an incident where my grandma was bedridden for two years. One day she sat up on her own when she heard about my sister’s marriage which...
Debug upsets, before they bug you

Debug upsets, before they bug you

  As human beings, we all have the right to get upset. The only thing we do not have the right to do is, ‘continue to stay upset,’ so said my guide, Kichu Krishnan, a long time ago. A friend of mine once said, “Arjun, I am so upset by the corruption, the...
Are you charging your mobile?

Are you charging your mobile?

  Anyone with a sane mind (who uses a mobile when required) or an insane (obsessed) user of a mobile the answer to this is obvious. ‘Yes, I do charge my mobile.’ The question is not about the cell phone we use to communicate. It is the mobile which keeps us...