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How Companies are Creating Redundant Employees – Part 1

Some years ago, while working for a local company, I made a few observations. Most of the employees in the organisation had not been trained for the past fifteen years (at that time). Some of the departments...

It is not about 9-5 but the value you generate in your 9-5 job

Just last month, I read Malcolm Gladwell’s Outliers and he made a very interesting point that stuck with me. If we are given the opportunity to work at a toll booth for $100,000 a year as against...

My Struggle with Procrastination and How I am Overcoming It (Part 1)

Losing an opportunity Growing up, my parents and siblings told me that I liked to do things on my own schedule. I was the last to do my laundry, last to leave home for school, and close to...

If you are a Leader, you Need to be Authentic

When a leader lacks authenticity, it is evident their influence on their followers is minimal or non-existent. They are unable to inspire others with who they are. They are often forced to show empathy in order to...

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