Transformation begins with a positive trigger. Mini Saga #85 – Trigger Ron had severe stage-fright. His coach Steven suggested to speak in a dark and empty auditorium. Ron gave it a try and it worked. He spoke brilliantly for twenty minutes. The lights came on followed with an applause – there were at least a… Continue reading
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Mini Saga #84 – Imitation
Imitation as a strategy is doomed from the beginning. Mini Saga #84 – Imitation The new gizmo bombed. Brad was devastated. He had spent sixteen months building it copying the current offering from the market leader. Even then, the gizmo was dead on arrival. The reason? On the previous day, another player announced a product… Continue reading
Mini Saga #83 – Impossible
My friend Naveen Lakkur reminded me of an old saying that “Impossible” is nothing but “I M possible” Mini Saga #83 – Impossible “It can’t be done.” Trip heard that from a dozen of his close friends over one year. That day all of them were at his home and they echoed the same sentiment… Continue reading
Mini Saga #82 – Fear
When you feel the fear, remember one thing – “you can’t lose what you don’t have.” Mini Saga #82 – Fear Nick was afraid to make the first move. He knew Tara was the one. They saw each other every morning in the coffee shop for months, occasionally exchanging smiles. When he finally took the… Continue reading
Mini Saga #81 – Justification
There is always a justification for everything. Is your providing you power or robbing you of it? Mini Saga #81 – Justification Frank was bitter because of his problem with “memories.” He had painful memories from the past. Frank justified his bitterness until he met “always happy” Bob who had an even more painful past. … Continue reading
Mini Saga #80 – Unreasonable
“Being reasonable” and “wanting to change the world” won’t go hand in hand. Mini Saga #79 – Unreasonable Soon as Ryan left, Phil remarked, “Mike, that was unreasonable advice for an aspiring entrepreneur.” Mike smiled, “I know.” A few months later, when Ryan came back completing all the tasks, Phil was definitely surprised – “Unbelievable… Continue reading
Mini Saga #79 – Preparation
By the time you finally “get it 100% right,” it may not matter much. Mini Saga #79 – Preparation There was one decision Sam definitely wanted to get it right – “what should he do with his life?” He would debate with his classmates. Later, he debated with his colleagues at work and with his… Continue reading
Mini Saga #78 – Summit
Sometimes what you are looking for may simply be on the path Mini Saga #78 – Summit Phil was tired when he reached the top. The view was great but nothing spectacular. The others reached almost four hours later and seemed very happy. Phil was curious to know the reason. One of them said –… Continue reading
Mini Saga #77 – Rediscover
It is never too late to rediscover your calling… Mini Saga #77 – Rediscover Ken was a good writer. Ken started a company wanting to follow the footsteps of his role model. The company struggled over three years. Ken had chronicled his journey in great detail. When he released his book “Going in Circles,” it… Continue reading
Mini Saga #76 – Belief
Simple truth: If you don’t believe in yourself, it’s hard to get others to believe in you. Mini Saga #76 – Belief Ralph was perplexed about Ron investing in Jim’s company, especially because he passed on the opportunity six months ago. “So, why now Ron?” he asked. Ron smiled – “The idea has evolved. More… Continue reading