Last weekend over coffee, Swami started, not with a question as he often does, but with an observation. “A few years back, I was told that I need to post on LinkedIn regularly twice a week for it to work,” he started. “Only then will there be recognition of my knowledge and expertise as a … Read more
I recently got interviewed by a YouTube Channel named ‘IIMKeBaad.’ It is run by two IIM Graduates who reunited after 25 years to relive and unravel untold tales with other IIM graduates. In the process, they interview IIM graduates of various shades, covering their journeys from IIM to the real world, and blending their discussions … Read more
There are many reasons why one should consider a high altitude trip to the mountains. Whether it is a small day hike, or a longer trek or a mountaineering expedition depends largely on your interest and fitness. But the reasons remain the same. Some do it for the thrill and adventure of getting to a … Read more
When I first moved into my apartment more than sixteen years ago, the area was pretty much in the wilderness. I always wanted to stay away from the hustle and bustle of city life, yet close to the city, so I had no complaints, but there were no two ways about the fact that the … Read more
I recently read a book titled ‘Turning Pro: Tap Your Inner Power and Create Your Life’s Work’ by Steven Pressfield. It’s the next in the series that started with ‘The War of Art‘. Though I would rate it a notch lower than ‘The War of Art‘, it is, nevertheless, a wonderful, inspiring book for artists. … Read more
I went on a short trip to Meghalaya in March. It is a very beautiful state and abounds in natural beauty and a very unique way of life. It was carved out as a state out of two districts of Assam. Even as you cross over from Assam into Meghalaya on the way from Guwahati … Read more
Last year, over a few weeks, I watched this series on Netflix – Stories by Rabindranath Tagore. It is an adaptation of some of the best short stories by Tagore spread over 26 episodes and directed by Anurag Basu. It captures the ethos of Bengal during that time in its characters, settings and narration. The … Read more
I recently read a book titled ‘The War of Art’ by Steven Pressfield. It argues that the writers’ biggest enemy is Resistance, and advocates ways to identify and deal with it. Here are my notes – part 2 from the book: Now consider the amateur: the aspiring painter, the wannabe playwright. How does he pursue … Read more
“I am fed up with Raichand,” Swami told us the other day over coffee. Jigneshbhai and I ignored it because that was nothing new. But what he said after that caught our attention. “So, I decided to get on to LinkedIn and find a new job,” he said. We looked up from our coffee mugs, … Read more