“The Cost of Silent Teams: Why Psychological Safety is a CEOโ€™s Most Overlooked P&L Metric”

"A culture of silence is more expensive than a culture of mistakes." 1. Real Historical Story โ€“ The NASA Challenger Disaster (1986) Sometimes, silence speaks the loudest and it can be deadly. NASA was at the peak of public trust, preparing for the Challengerโ€™s high-profile launch. Engineers noticed O-ring weaknesses that could fail in cold …

โ€œThe Goal of a Conversation Is to Connect, Not to Impress.โ€

Opening Story: The Dinner That Changed Everything A few years ago, I was invited to a dinner meeting with a well-known CEO. I came prepared, armed with numbers, case studies, and industry buzzwords. I thought I had to impress. Halfway through the evening, he asked, โ€œTell me about a time you didnโ€™t get it right …

Emotional vs Transactional Interactions: What Are We Really Building at Work?

In the race to meet deadlines, close projects, and drive numbers, something deeply human often gets left behind: connection. At first glance, work is a system of transactions. You show up, deliver outcomes, follow processes, meet expectations. But beneath the surface lies a more enduring force: the quality of interactions that shape culture, trust, and …

Why I Donโ€™t Stick to One Theme And Why Thatโ€™s the Point

โ€œI write not to go viral, but to stay vital.โ€ In a world that increasingly rewards specialisation, algorithmic consistency, and personal branding through a singular lens, Iโ€™ve made a conscious choice to do the opposite. I write across themes, HR, Leadership, Neuroscience, HR transformation, Books, Systems thinking, Philosophy, Tech and at times, simply the human …

Concentrative vs Contemplative Meditation

Meditation can take many forms, but two commonly discussed types are Concentrative Meditation and Contemplative Meditation. While both aim to enhance mindfulness and inner awareness, they differ in focus, approach, and purpose. Hereโ€™s a breakdown: 1. Concentrative Meditation Concentrative meditation involves focusing your attention on a single point of focus, such as your breath, a …

Will Without Action Is Just A Wish : The Pitfall of Will Without Action

Will: The Catalyst for Change Will is the inner determination and belief that something is possible. It is what pushes us to set ambitious goals and envision success. However, will alone is not sufficient. Consider this: - You have the will to run a marathon. But unless you commit to training every day, it will …

Wish Vs. Will: Bridging The Gap Between Dreams And Action

In the journey of life and leadership, we often come across two seemingly similar yet fundamentally different concepts: wish and will. While both revolve around desires and aspirations, the distinction between them often defines success, growth, and transformation. Letโ€™s explore these concepts and understand how to transition from merely wishing to wielding the power of will. The Nature …

Radical Acceptance: The Leadership Superpower

Embrace Change, Lead with Strength. Welcome to This Weekโ€™s Leadership Insight! Leadership is full of challenges, uncertain markets, team setbacks, and tough decisions. But instead of resisting these difficulties, what if we embraced them as necessary parts of our journey? This week, we explore Radical Acceptance for Leaders, the mindset of seeing every challenge as …