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Let us not limit our thinking by assuming that vandalism is constrained to damaging private and public property. Vandalism, at its core, is a deliberate act of damaging assets. The assets can be software assets, technology, or even process and procedures. Suppose the significant technology initiative is on track, and a senior executive decides to take her support away. It may be an act of…

Imagine a world without nappies, GPS navigation, or even a microwave. These innovations have become such an integral part of our lives. Yet, for centuries, humanity has prospered without them. A few years from now, self-driving cars, robotic servants and drone deliveries will fall in the same category. Future generations are likely to rely on these technologies heavily. Seldom innovation happens…

One of the easiest ways to kill continuous improvement is by asking our team – Don’t give me problems; give me solutions. Some are wired to find problems, while others are skilled in developing innovative solutions. So, often it is counterproductive to expect our team to provide solutions for the problems they have identified. It is a lazy approach that discourages staff from identifying…

Leadership is not about taking pride in fan following or the size of our team. Sometimes leaders decide to march alone. Their purpose can be more significant than themselves. So, they put everything into the cause they are serving. They stand strong to fight for their cause. They work hard, persevere, sacrifice and still stand strong to fight for what they perceive is right. For them, it is not…

Revenue, number of offices and headcount – is just one way to measure the significance of the business. Unfortunately, it is one of the most common ways. The significance of business is multi-dimensional. It could be its purpose, social impact, employee experience, inclusion & diversity, innovation, design, customer service and many other dimensions. As Business leaders, we often underestimate…

We often make decisions based on emotions and justify them logically. But what can we do about emotional decision bias? Consider formally reviewing and refining decisions with a fresh perspective, new data and experience. Consider the following examples: In the meeting, we decided to pursue the project. However, we will review our decision and clarify our assumptions in the next meeting. We…

Change management can be a misleading term. Often we have limited influence over change. Hence, we can not often manage the change. Instead, we can predict potential changes and prepare for them. We can strategise and prepare to adapt to the change. We can plan to adopt the change. All these actions are inwards. The action is on to us (humans) and not outside (change). Maybe it’s time to shift…

In our daily lives, we frequently enjoy accumulating more stuff. The bigger, better, latest, fancier, and trendier, the better. Similarly, we frequently seek to expand our influence and power. We’re putting in time and effort to fulfil new desires. It appears we are busy on a journey, with no clear sense of the final destination.In business, we often find ourselves making the same mistakes and…

Why is it so difficult for us to actively listen?Why don’t many of us make an attempt to speak effectively? For example, we do not think before speaking. Likewise, we do not create intellectual narratives. We do not communicate intentionally, altering tone, volume, and speed.Why do we tend to acquire similar things on a recurrent basis? Why do we order the same thing every time we dine at our…

Private corner offices, fancy job titles, and people vying for our attention are all indicators of power and influence. They frequently boost our egos while hurting others’ egos.Leadership is a reflection of our character, not a position or status.There must be a strong reason for isolating ourselves from others and becoming a stranger in our own homes.Humility is a key leadership quality. In a…

What do luxury watches, purses, and automobiles have in common?They are significantly more expensive. They may not be widely available, which adds to their rarity. Their possession inflates our ego since they indicate wealth, elite status, and position.There is a certain charm to owning luxury items because they are somewhat expensive, rare, and a status symbol. They make us feel special in some…

Most common things are assumed to be commonly available. However, common sense is an exception. Common sense is uncommon! If we observe ourselves closely, without thinking, we repeat our past patterns, habits and approaches. We tend to do things the way we have always done. Yes, it is common sense to not scroll mobile feeds over the dinner table, but our habits drive our actions on…

Band-aid remedies make sense!They are a fast fix, allowing us to move on and focus on more serious matters.They are inexpensive, so we can save and invest elsewhere.We don’t need to wait for a professional, either.The issue arises when we do not know where the band-aid solutions are used or how many of them we have. By definition, band-aid remedies are fast fixes. However, when the system is…

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Meetings are frequently regarded as a waste of time within organisations. There have been numerous strategies and tips for shortening meetings. We’ve been working hard to keep meeting times to a minimum. As a result, various tactics, such as stand-ups and planks, are being used to reduce the amount of time that organisations invest in meetings.Here is a question for you: Do we honestly believe…

Women have long been denied their fundamental rights. Sati pratha was widely practised in India for a long time. Similarly, apartheid was widely practised as a legal principle.Various parts of the community struggled for their rights over time, shedding blood, tears, and sweat in the process.The pace of change is constant. What was totally normal a few years ago may be a heinous crime now.Let us…

If we cannot recognise good qualities and strengths in others (people, organisations, or communities), it is merely a manifestation of our own emptiness.