Insights on technology, productivity, programming, and good reads.
“Feedback is the breakfast of champions.” ~ Ken Blanchard In India, you’ve probably noticed “Horn OK Please” painted on trucks and buses. It’s a friendly invitation for other drivers to honk if they spot a mistake or feel something’s off. Rather than taking it as criticism, it’s really about looking out for each other on […]
Recently came across a blog post on Professional heartbreak by Morra Aarons and it made me think on this subject. Work isn’t just about tasks and deadlines—it’s where we invest a part of ourselves. We show up with passion, put in long hours, and build relationships that go beyond professional courtesy. But sometimes, despite our […]
2024 has been a transformative year for me, not only because of my transition to a new role and other aspects, but also due to the personal growth I’ve experienced through reading. In this blog, I’ll reflect on how the books I’ve read fit into different aspects of my life using the “Wheel of Life” framework, helping me stay balanced and focused on what truly matters.
Inbox Zero is a productivity strategy aimed at keeping your email inbox empty or nearly empty at all times. The approach involves promptly processing incoming emails by deleting, delegating, responding, deferring, or archiving them. This practice helps reduce stress and improve efficiency by preventing email overload.
Management’s engagement is the crucial bottleneck in fostering innovation. As highlighted by Goldratt and Adam Grant, a manager’s biases can stifle potentially groundbreaking ideas. To drive success, leaders must adopt a scientist mindset, embrace humility, rethink established practices, seek diverse perspectives, and focus on incremental changes. Embracing these strategies can unlock creative potential.
In a rapidly changing business environment, companies must prioritize understanding customer needs and adapting strategies. By embracing innovative thinking and empowering employees, organizations can effectively navigate challenges and foster sustainable growth. Adopting flexible models and letting go of ineffective ones ensures that success remains within reach as companies evolve and thrive.
“The Art of Possibility” by Rosamund Stone Zander encourages embracing a mindset of abundance and creativity beyond traditional limits. It outlines 12 transformative practices for personal and collaborative growth, emphasizing empowerment, empathy, and the power of mistakes. The book inspires a shift towards collective achievement and innovative thinking in a competitive culture.
Industry 5.0 is still a new idea, with most businesses focused on Industry 4.0 or earlier stages. Sustainability is also a growing concern. Like ESG, Industry 4.0 is getting ready to transform to Industry 5.0!
If someone chooses to share feedback, listen to understand the person, not the work. People will tell you more about themselves than about the art when giving feedback. We each see a unique world.
Applying complicated solutions to complex problems is an understandable approach, but flawed.” - Donald Sull
Complexity is what gives one an opportunity to exploit his expertise, really?