Rating Vs Relationships: What Really Matters In Customer Service

In the past ten days, I have experienced a few situations that highlight a decline in customer service. These incidents were in different industries. They had one thing in common. Customer service representatives focused more on asking for perfect feedback scores than on solving problems. A Frustrating Car Service Experience Last week, I took my … Read more

Creating Defining Moments in Everyday Life

The book The Power of Moments: Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary Impact by Chip and Dan Heath grabbed my attention when life felt mundane, and there wasn’t nothing inspiring on the horizon. Their theory of defining moments resonated deeply with me as I started reading. The four types of defining moments The Heath brothers categorize defining moments … Read more

Unlock The Path To Success By Cultivating A Positive Mental Attitude

“When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.”- Victor Frankl. The question is how many of us have the willpower to change ourselves. It was a tough lesson for me. I was all set to attend the most important meeting for the day. The meeting with the … Read more

Embracing a Resolution-Free New Year: A Journey to Well-being

As the calendar turns a new leaf, many embark on the tradition  of making New Year’s resolutions, vowing to transform their lives for the better. However, this year, I find myself deviating from this well-established practice. The reason? A realization that has slowly dawned on me over the years is that resolutions often lead to … Read more

Navigating Emotional Turbulence: A Personal Journey Of Self Discovery

In the past few days, I found myself caught in the midst of a power struggle unfolding around the execution of high-value projects within our gated community. The management association, responsible for overseeing our community buildings, has unfortunately lost the trust of its residents due to a lack of transparency in financial matters. This has … Read more

Rangoli- A Time Honoured Tradition

India recently celebrated the Festival of Lights, Diwali, a time when households embrace the tradition of adorning their entrances with intricate patterns known as Rangoli. The term “Rangoli” originates from the Sanskrit word “Rangavalli,” meaning an array of colours. Rangoli holds a special significance in Hindu households, serving the dual purpose of inviting the Goddess … Read more

Finding Balance In A Chaotic World

Do I feel off balance today, or is something throwing me off? This is a question I frequently pose to myself, pondering what actions I can take to regain my equilibrium. It has become a recurring occurrence, happening nearly three times a week, where I am in a state of imbalance. As Dolly Parton astutely … Read more

Unleash Your Ikigai: What’s Your Purpose In Life?

“What motivates you to start your day?” I often pose this question to my coaching clients, and the responses I receive can be truly inspiring and filled with passion. The Japanese have a term for identifying this morning motivation: “Ikigai.” It encompasses why a person gets up in the morning and the driving force behind … Read more