We are told to specialise early, to dig deep until we master one craft. Yet the world keeps asking for something else, adaptability and the skill to connect across fields. The real question is — in a world of AI and complexity, is it safer to be a specialist, or wiser to be a generalist? […]

While trying to crack a walnut on my work table, I was reminded of the brain, a shield on the outside, delicate within, shaped with intricate design. And from the brain arises the mind, an invisible force that heals, decides, and defines destiny. That drove me to a thought. The brain, just 2% of our

As a child, I unconsciously negotiated with my siblings, over toys, candies, or other favors, like getting my picture clicked first.Those were mild contests, shaped by bonds of love. Negotiation requires at least two parties, though sometimes even one person negotiates with himself, silently, between the mind and the ego. With the powerful, there is

While sitting near one of the highest motorable roads in the Himalayas, I watched the sharp fall in mercury and wondered — was it a sign of snowfall ahead, or in the mountains I had left behind? I couldn’t guess, as I lacked the expertise. That moment reminded me of Thinking, Fast and Slow by

Having worked across multiple countries and firms, I often found myself asking, how long does work stay relevant for us? Does work need to always be exciting for us to continue doing it? Is what excites us destined to become boring? Is boredom a natural part of who we are? Does purpose-driven work make it

This morning, while waiting for a friend over breakfast, I found myself reflecting on relationships. What’s better, to have friends, foes, or both? Some introspection- 1) As children, we step out into a world beyond parents and siblings. We meet others, some become friends, some foes. Parents shield us at first, but as we grow,

I have been increasingly fascinated by how different fields of knowledge interact to make us more wholesome. Lately, I have been exploring how quantum mechanics can guide business and leadership. Some insights from quantum mechanics I find deeply relevant for business: Particles at the subatomic level move as waves. Random and unpredictable. The moment we

Reading Power & Patriarchy: Battles for Political Legacy in the Economic Times reminded me how emotions, shadows, greed, and the laws of nature both build and destroy families. Some thoughts- 1) The Mahabharata is the great archetype, yet family feuds repeat in every generation. 2) When wealth, legacy, or power is at stake, the family

Uncertainty, then, is not an enemy to be conquered. It is the very rhythm of reality. To embrace it is not to lose control, but to align ourselves with the way life unfolds. Yesterday, my mind wandered between two choices. Should I push to meet a client now to discuss a big ticket engagement, even