Maintaining the status quo rarely leads to growth. Neither does recycling old thoughts. If you want to grow, consider solving problems, taking on the right challenges, conversations with competent people, engaging in deep study, deliberate practice and so on. A lot of people take the approach to duck, bend or maneuver around a problem or… Continue reading
Teaching is one of those evergreen triple-win opportunities. You rarely go wrong with it when you do it well. Think about it: If you teach something well, whatever you are teaching becomes clear in your own mind and you will become better at it. On the other hand, the people you are teaching to will… Continue reading
I had a delightful conversation with Jocelyn Glei, Editor-in-Chief of 99U.com about the first book “Managing Your Day to Day” in their book series aimed at educating creative professionals. About Jocelyn Glei As Editor-in-Chief and Director of 99U, Jocelyn K. Glei leads the 99U in its mission to provide the “missing curriculum” on making ideas happen…. Continue reading
I have been friends with Dave Logan for years and he is one of the most insightful thought leaders when it comes to building a high-performing company culture. His books are a treat to anyone. In this Gloopt series, Dave talks about a number of topics. I have picked seven to share. Dave has written… Continue reading
In the world of social media, a network can mean a lot of things. Unfortunately, your network is not equivalent to the sum of all the friends, follower and connections across your social networks. That would be a fantasy. If we have to over-simplify, your network comprises of people who will care enough to take… Continue reading
I have known Dr. William Miller (co-founder of Value Centered Innovation) for a number of years and every conversation with him on business model innovation and beyond has been delightful and insightful. Hers is a quick interview with him on the topic. [ Note: If you are in the bay area on March 28, you… Continue reading
Have you heard someone saying this – “I hate red lights, roadblocks and detours” Maybe you? I have felt the same way sometimes. When I am in a hurry to go somewhere I come across a red-light or a detour or an accident. It derails my entire plan. It might have happened to you as… Continue reading
This list is from last year. Honored to be featured here (#8) and also super happy to discover all other wonderful people featured here. This list was compiled by author and blogger Jurgen Appelo (original post) Please take a look and you might discover several new blogs for your reading list: TT Site Author Twitter… Continue reading
Today is the release of Guy Kawasaki‘s book Enchantment. I had an opportunity to be enchanted by the book long before it was released. It is one of those books that everyone will benefit from? I mean.. think about it – would you be better off if you know how to enchant others? It’s a… Continue reading
Hello This week was a special one. My book “Upbeat” was sent off to the printers on Wednesday. It will be released on May 1st 2009. That’s almost a year after I embarked on the project. About a dozen people have seen the book evolve from a concept to a complete book. Special thanks to… Continue reading