First, imitation as a first step to learning is NOT bad. That’s how we learned as kids. As adults, sometimes we pursue imitation as a shortcut or substitute for learning. That’s going to be a problem. Charles Caleb Colton said a while ago (in 1820) – “Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.” For starters,… Continue reading
I like to keep things simple. So, every now and then, I take a topic and feed to my “Simplification Engine” and see what comes out as output. This time, the topic I chose was mentoring. I have had mentors for more than two decades. I am so blessed for every gift that my mentors… Continue reading
I am a big fan of I Love Marketing podcast from Joe Polish and Dean Jackson. I have probably listened to more than 90% of the episodes. This particular episode where Joe Polish interviews the awesome Sean Stephenson is a gem. The conversation is filled with nuggets of widsom on topics such as speaking from… Continue reading
“Share Three Words That Describe Me…” No. Don’t do that. Just wait. This is not about me. I want you to focus on that question alone! You probably have seen this request from a friend via email or on Facebook. The request is from a friend, so you will oblige. A few examples based on… Continue reading
I still remember the phrase my teacher Toby Hecht used often: Birds fly, fish swim and human beings tell stories. Whether you realize or not,whether you agree or not, your life is filled with stories: * stories you tell yourself * stories you tell others * stories you tell yourself about stories others told you… Continue reading
My friend and mentor Opher Brayer took the challenge to reflect on 7 core beliefs that are shaping his life today. Here is one of them: In relationships 20% should have a common denominator. 80% is the inspiration you bring to each other The entire collection of 7 beliefs is available to view and share… Continue reading
My friend DP Sridhar ( founder and CEO of ienabler ) took the challenge to reflect on 7 core beliefs that are shaping his life today. Here is one of them: To Grow is to contribute & To Contribute is to Grow. The entire collection of 7 beliefs is available to view and share within… Continue reading
My friend Ravi Gundlapalli ( founder and CEO of MentorCloud ) took the challenge to reflect on 7 core beliefs that are shaping his life today. Here is one of them: Having an open mind is very important to allow space and room for new possibilities. The entire collection of 7 beliefs is available to… Continue reading
Beliefs silently color and filter our thinking. So to shift our thinking, we MUST have the courage to re-examine our beliefs. I did this as an exercise for myself to reflect upon what are seven beliefs that are shaping my life right at this moment. Here is the first one: At every crossroad of life, think… Continue reading
It’s seems like a dilemma. Every business book will say you need to focus to make something big happen Then, you talk to many successful people in private and you will hear stories of sheer randomness, serendipity, chance meeting with someone, luck and so on. Think about it: You have a quest for serendipity You… Continue reading