Perfection is…..Being There and Showing Up
I grew up in awe of the great people I read about in school books. The way my teachers told their stories convinced me that greatness was way, way up … read more.
Taking on Unexpected Challenges at Chennai Marathon
I am a novice in the world of marathon running but I thought I was finding my way. The Wipro Chennai Marathon has dimmed those happy feelings. I had blamed … read more.
To Merge into the Background or Show Up….
An idea – even a brilliant one – remains an idea till it gains acceptability. When an idea does not get emotional buy-in from the stake holders, the chances are, they die in the embryo. The issue is not with the idea, it is with the inability to persuade. It is my responsibility, as the owner of ideas to communicate the benefits so that the world has better solutions.
Service Square – Service with a Heart
I am a big fan of Mission and Vision statements, company values, tag lines and USP’s. If these are not thrust upon but evolved through a participative process among the employees, they assume a vibrant potency. They define an organisation and endow it with certain character and culture.
The Very Spicy Marathon in Kochi
Leading up to the Kochi marathon, my training was anything but perfect. Sleep, complacency and persistent morning rains robbed a few days of practice. So, I wasn’t a picture of … read more.
A Life Defined by Distractions
What I focus on, expands and grows. The many distractions invading various aspects of my life have defined a good part of my life. In some ways, I have let myself become my distractions, confined to living as a shadow of my potential self. The distractions have kept me from reaching the other side of my dreams.
Education in Business from a Washing Machine Technician
I was very furious with the shabby way I was treated by the company that first handled the washing machine service issue. I was bent on taking revenge with a stinging review in Just Dial. Then I told myself that I do not have the right to harm the business interest of any company and so desisted from doing what I was tempted to do.
Running a Marathon and Running a Business
Before, while and after running the Bengaluru Marathon, I visualized being the cynosure of all eyes. Nothing of the sort happened. A few people congratulated me after the run, but … read more.
Running my First Marathon
I told myself that the Bengaluru marathon would be for real and not just a preparation for the Wipro Chennai marathon in December. So, my goal changed to finishing my run whatever happened. Then I told friends and my relatives about my intention to run the marathon race in Bengaluru.
And, the Truth of the Matter is….
Jaya, our cook, is very good at her job and she is very honest. She called up on a Sunday morning last month to announce that she would not be … read more.