AI: We must first change ourselves!

There are mixed feelings about AI in the business world. On one hand, there’s excitement about the possibilities. On the other, there are real concerns—about the future of roles, even the survival of entire businesses. And layered on top of that is the uncertainty...

Waiting for permission!

We often spend too much time planning, waiting, and hoping for others to give us permission to step up—to perform at the next level or pursue our next big idea. But the truth is, we may not need anyone’s permission. If we’re trying something new, we shouldn’t...

Simpler paths were always available!

I’ve come to realise that many of my problems feel ambiguous, complex, and without clear solutions. I often take the hard road first—only to later discover that simpler paths were always available. I just couldn’t see them. If you’re trying to lose weight, the easier...

Measuring the wrong things!

Maybe we’re measuring the wrong things when making our most important decisions. For instance: We often define success by material wealth rather than genuine joy. Entrance exams for medical and engineering schools focus on academic scores, while ignoring psychometric...

We live in a tick-the-box society!

We live in a tick-the-box society—a clear reflection of the emptiness within. We go through the motions to comply, not to connect. Whether it’s celebrating Mother’s Day, closing a project, or attending the end-of-year company dinner, we do what’s expected—say...

Change management is a team sport!

Change management is like helping people cross a bridge—it’s not about dragging them across, but walking alongside them. To do that well, we must first understand exactly where they are—emotionally, in terms of knowledge, and in their level of motivation. Once we...

Abusive behaviour is a sign of weakness!

People who frequently shout and scream often reveal their own inner weakness. They struggle to communicate effectively, manage their emotions, or consider perspectives beyond their own. Their need to be “right” and their attempts to exert raw power often...

We have more power than ever before!

The commoditisation of technology is one of the most phenomenal changes our society has experienced. It has empowered individuals, small organisations, people with disabilities, and even the poor to break through traditional boundaries. Today, anyone can perform and...

AI does not have emotions!

We often reassure ourselves that AI does not have emotions like we do.But as AI rapidly advances, especially in the workplace, is that really our advantage? From a technology standpoint, it’s only a matter of time before AI starts interpreting human emotions — reading...