Management

In any professional setting, it’s inevitable that you will sometimes find yourself at odds with your superiors or clients. Navigating the subtle art of disagreement not only enriches professional relationships but also fosters a conducive environment for growth, innovation, and shared understanding. Disagreements shouldn’t be viewed as obstacles, but instead…

A spiritual book on mind management, meditation and life Swamiji often says, and I paraphrase — if we cannot express it simply enough, we have not understood it well enough — this is evident in every word Swamiji has written or said. Flowery language and weighty expressions could seem merit…

Ten years ago I built a house… I designed a house and a builder…. I designed a house and a bunch of loosely coordinated subcontractors built it. Since then I have spent a lot of time fixing things. Most recently I’ve been fixing my downpipes and gutters as winter in…

A Data Science Manager’s Guide to Success — In today’s data-driven world, organizations recognize the immense value of data science in driving business insights and innovation. To fully leverage the power of data, building a scalable data science team is crucial. In this blog post, we will explore key strategies and considerations for assembling and nurturing a data…

Is there such a thing as over-communicating? Sure, there is. However, the power of over-communicating in specific situations at work can be the difference in whether things go well or they go south. Let me explain. In a recent meeting with my intern, we discussed how important it is to…

In the halls of ancient Rome, where togas were fashionable and marble statues lined every corner, an extraordinary encounter unfolded between Claudius Galenus, (also known as Galen) one of the first prominent doctors in the first century, and Marcus Aurelius, the mighty Roman Emperor. When Marcus Aurelius fell ill with…

A hard truth for many first-time leaders to learn is that great teams push back. To be honest, it can still be a hard lesson for seasoned leaders too, as accepting pushback means embracing trust and putting the old ego into reverse for a bit! If you lead a cross-functional/multi-disciplined…

Leadership beyond titles and positions — Being a leader isn’t about a title or a designated position. It’s about impact, influence, and inspiration. It involves bringing out the best in your team, not through a show of authority, but through the subtle art of motivation and empowerment. But how do we tap into this elusive force…