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100418: One may take pride in learning, open thinking and being abreast of the latest trends; but that is not good enough. Empowering yourself is definitely a start, but if you seem to be hitting a wall constantly, chances are, you are the frog in the well. It is not to say that all organizations are great and it is only an individual's responsibility to be disruptive thinker. Just as a seed needs good nourishment to take root and not just sunshine and air, a good foundation for a strong career needs the right company - work place, work culture and team. Does this relate to you?

While it is good to be brave and try and 'give it a shot' in a regressive atmosphere, you need to define the threshold, a limit for yourself, before you become the frog of the well by virtue of the company you are in. Are you doing well, or in the well ? Think ...

230318: Many seek advice, worried that they don't earn enough, have inadequate increments or simply that their salary is lower than "market" or one of such related worries. Occasionally it may be true, needing focused attention for better paying job. Often, it is a reflection of mismanaged state of personal finance, driving such a behavior.

It is said that “It is not the man who has too little, but the man who craves more, that is poor.” Most of us have heard it, read it; few may have actually understood it. In this age of expenditure driven economy, incredible as it may sound, we often splurge on something that we don't need. Remember the chocolate bar you toss in the cart while waiting in a queue ? However small it may be, it is a reflection of a habit that needs correction. Are you in a similar league ? Think ...

130318: The age of the 'Mindset-Shift' is already here. According to a World Economic Forum report, mature organizations are adopting principles of Leadership and also expect their employees to become Leaders - not managers. There are no managers really, in today's times. The primacy and focus is all now on people skills, and there, effective communication holds the key to success.

An alarming number of professionals fail to exhibit basic communication protocols, and when the responses from counterparts are less than satisfactory, they are left wondering what went wrong. Are you one of them? Are you ready for the organizations of future ? What really is communication ? Think ...

280218: Ever heard the old adage ..."at 17, man wants to change the world. at 70, the world has changed him." What really goes wrong ? Simple - the zeal pushes a person to battle it alone. Truth is, most people believe so strongly in themselves, that they forget to learn people skills and thereby fail to be collective in effort. The result - the zeal slows down, the person slows down, enthusiasm dies down. Frustration builds up.

No one person can alone win. Miracles happen when ordinary people with extra ordinary grit get together... to succeed. Are you adequately geared for people skills ? Think ...

180218: Our jobs are killing us - literally, though not necessarily intentionally. The weapon - Cortisol. In a world full of instant gratification and quick results, many a professionals are becoming victims of sustained stress - causing alarming high levels of cortisol, leading to multiple and non diagnosed medical issues. According to WHO estimates, 42.5% of corporate employees in India are clinically depressed.

What causes stress ? Is it possible to eliminate stress even in adversity ? Are there tools and techniques that one can leverage for a stress free work environment ? Is stress something to be managed ..or is this something to be prevented ? Think ...

130218: The great boxer Mohammad Ali said “Champions are not made in the gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them - a desire, a dream, a vision.”

Many among us hear one of many such positive sentences almost everyday. Very few actually realize and are able to internalize the gravity of the learning. Are such positive quotes meant only as feel good factor for few seconds ? Or is there something more to it ? For instance, what does it take for one to define a vision ? How does one work towards a definite plan to achieve it ? Think ...

130118: It is very simple to be happy, but it is very difficult to be simple.

Today nothing in our life is simple. People, relationships, careers, learning and even nature - everything is a complex concoction of uncommon and complex vectors. Discovering that guiding light to deal with the challenges of today's world needs right mentoring, from a friendly source of wisdom - an experienced mentor - the Coach - who can be trusted to hear you and guide you like a beacon of hope in what fits for you the best; who can help you find that sweet spot that can catapult you into a promising future. We are willing to teach; are you ready to learn ... ? Think ...

08121702: In a report published by the World Economic Forum, 'Critical Thinking' will be among the top two skills in demand by 2020; and 2020 is not very far off. But what really is 'Critical Thinking'?

Here's a little known fact. About 90% of professionals just 'go through' the motions of their job. The need, extent and timely application of thought process through analysis, correlation and comparison is seldom practiced. Are you among them? How can you prepare yourself for the job of future? Think ...

08121701: Fact is, today's generations, including Millennials, have highly technology-centered jobs. Knowledge of IT is not merely desirable, but even mandatory. Naturally the associated domain skills are tech-oriented too. Does that mean people skills are no longer relevant?

Fact check : People critical skills such as Emotional intelligence, people management coordination and negotiation are among the top 10 skills, that are forecast to be mission critical for professionals in 2020. Where do you rank your readiness for these skills ? Think ...

171117: Leaders are born, some say. Others say Leadership is something that matters only when you become senior and have large teams to handle "...why worry now!" Is that your understanding too? This perception could not be farther from truth.

Truth is, leadership skills are important from as early as age of 5 years. Leadership is not about a baton handed to you by some authority. It is more about how you interact and impact on the ecosystem around you. An effective investment in honing leadership skills in today's fast moving times is more important than ever, in ensuring a strong foundation for your future. Are you empowered adequately ?

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15111702: Everything that is ever going to be required by you is within you - bundled within you by the cosmos when you were born; and it comes free with lifetime unlimited upgrades!

Question is, are you really upgrading yourself ? Are you ready for the challenges of the changing times? Are you ready for the change ? And, if yes, do you know how to achieve it? Think ...

15111701: You know you are smart, hardworking, and honest. You work really hard, even foregoing life's simple pleasures at times, and yet, success seems elusive. Even after the year long effort, at times you find it hard to make ends meet.

Question is not why you are not successful, rather, do you know what success is? If you do, do you really have a success plan in place or are you at mercy of elements ? Do you need to work for success or need to plan for it? Think ...

141117: You are looking for a better job, a better boss and a better pay. You have been sending your resumes to many people - it's all "apply-apply, no reply". You have impressive resume and a stellar record, but not quite sure why there is no response?

Ever wondered why ? Is it the way you drafted your resume that matters most ? Or is it a 'bad market'? Is there really a way to create that demand for you? If yes, how ? Think ...

13111702: The person next to you seems to have a Midas touch. Anything he/ she touches, works! They are regarded as interesting people, are boss's favorites and seem to be at the right place at the right time. Is there really such a thing called the Midas touch ? If yes, can you get it? How? How to transform into a person of interesting and unlimited options ? How ? Think ...

13111701: Do you often feel like a lamb in front of a butcher store, always afraid when the cleaver would fall on you ? Do you often feel being chased for completion of tasks, than being ready most of the time, in time ? What do successful people do differently?It is easier to ride a horse, than be dragged behind. Would you agree? What makes a successful person be on top of the horse? Is there really a method to be on "top of things" always ? How? Think ...

161117: The world is rapidly changing, so is technology, skills and associated experience. The only skill that is still going to be relevant - now more than ever - is contemporary soft-skills. If you thought that you will do 'your' best, as always, and you will succeed, think again. There is more to contemporary soft skills than plain ability to speak. More than just speaking, right articulations matters.

Often, not speaking speaks more than speaking. Often, not just saying, but saying with right intonation makes a difference between make or break. Ever wonder why in increasingly fast moving world, there is so much of hot exchange between people ? Are you in that group finding it hard to put your point across ? If yes, do you know how to correct it? Think ...

15111702: There are many a motivational speakers, thinkers, authors and Leaders. Everyone undoubtedly greater than the other, prophesying the inevitability of success through positive thought.

Why then is that not everyone is successful? Certainly the elite leaders are not lying, why is then that the success formula applies to some and not to all ? What differentiates a successful person? Think ...

15111701: Life is not fair - or so it seems. Sometimes, the undeserving get the award, the uncouth get away with and dishonest win, while you may be left behind.

Question is not why they won, the right question is, what could you have done to make a difference in the outcome ? How can you bring out your best potential against all odds? What defines and makes a successful person? Think ...

14111702: Everyone needs money, and so do you. Every year the salary increases, your bonus increases and jumps give you better packages; and yet, the 'comfort' level appears elusive always.

Ever wondered why ? How much money do you really need, for a happy and successful life? When do you really earn 'enough'? Think ...

14111701: At times some of us are so engrossed with our shortcomings, that we fail to identify ourselves with our strengths. Like the ugly duckling, the world makes us believe that we are not qualified to be ducks... and so we live believing that we are not good enough ducks...

Fact is, we are not ducks, but rather great Swans ! How does one identify the Swan like qualities within ? How does one evoke the graceful Swan from within? What defines the moment to spread your wings? Think ...

13111703: Some of you perhaps feel to be generally unlucky. You find yourself at the wrong place at wrong time. Anything you buy, it runs into a problem. People are more likely to cheat you, hoodwink you. You wish, there were some magic wand to correct this.

What is luck really? Is it all about making the right moves? Is there really a cosmic conspiracy that prevents you from your best? How to transform into a 'lucky guy' if there were ever such a thing ? How? Think ...