Hi there, One day I was sitting on a plane during a night flight from Nicaragua to Amsterdam. It had been an exhausting week—first, a transatlantic journey to Peru; then, a ride on a small, shaky plane to Nicaragua; and now, the long haul back to Europe. We were setting up new offices in these countries, and my role was to ensure that all our people and talent processes were aligned with headquarters. My mission was to build the same vibrant culture across all our locations. It was hard...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Hi there, After conducting several interviews with leaders from around the world and diving into the existing research on leadership paradoxes, I recently published my Forbes Council article titled, “The Art Of Balancing Leadership Paradoxes.” I remember myself in the early days of my leadership career, trying to be both a strategic thinker while still delivering visible results. Thinking I was building a strong team by providing very little guidance, then suddenly diving into the details...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi there! A couple of weeks ago, I was having a conversation with my coaching client - a CFO in a Fintech company who shared her concern about building trust in a remote team. When she was in the office, communication went smoothly, collaboration was seamless, and ideas were shared with each other and developed into actionable plans. When the team was remote, they were okay fulfilling their tasks, but the team’s communication missed that spark they used to hve in the office. Why was that? For...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader – Next week, I’ll be stepping onto the stage at Global Conclave 2024 at Mount Carmel College, Bengaluru, and I’m really excited to explore the dynamic world of entrepreneurs and startups.. As Harvard Business School puts it, there are a few key traits that stand out in great entrepreneurs: Curiosity and Curiosity: Entrepreneurs have an insatiable drive to explore new opportunities and challenge the status quo. Structured Experimentation: Think design thinking and the magic it can...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hi there, Just yesterday, I found myself reflecting on why being a solopreneur feels so much more fulfilling than my previous role as a corporate leader. In the early days, I led large organizations, steering M&A processes, cultural transformations, and the digitalization of HR. I felt needed and important, but I also felt stressed, anxious, and as if my entire career was constantly on the line. Now, I don’t have a big team—just a small group consisting of myself, my assistant, and a bunch of...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hi there, Last week, I had a conversation with a startup mentor who mentioned that many startup CEOs fail because they’re too focused on their egos. This, he explained, becomes the biggest trap—preventing them from listening to their teams, noticing market demands, and responding quickly to customer needs. I couldn’t agree more. In my coaching practice, I frequently work with senior leaders and CEOs who aspire to be effective leaders and steer their organizations toward success. However, they...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hi there! How many times have you tried to ask for feedback from your team and all you got back was a lukewarm “it’s all right”? Well, that doesn’t really help you grow or support your team better, right? When I was first starting out in my career, I faced similar challenges. I knew I needed to find a way to get honest, actionable feedback, but the trust within the team wasn’t quite there yet. So I had to get creative. In my upcoming book, I share a tool that’s been super helpful for me and...
5 months ago • 1 min read
Hi there! I heard this phrase recently - “People support what they help create”. But it’s only part of the story. When people co-create, they don’t just support—they elevate. They build better products, more innovative organizations, and yes, even better books. As part of my writing journey, I’ve had the privilege of interviewing experienced leaders and CEOs. Their insights have been incredibly valuable. Take Hillel Fuld, for instance. He’s a renowned tech expert and startup advisor who...
5 months ago • 1 min read
Hi there, Do you have projects or goals that you keep putting off? Maybe it’s preparing for a marathon, finding a new job, or—like me—writing a book? Let me share a personal story. Twice, I’ve started writing a book and twice, I’ve stalled. But now, I’m on my third attempt, and this time, I’m fully committed to finishing it. So, I’m making a declaration: I’m working on a book for leaders about transforming disengaged, alienated teams into high-performing units. I’m excited to share that every...
6 months ago • 1 min read