“Nothing is as important as we think it is at that time,” Jigneshbhai said, while sipping his coffee. At that time, the double chocolate muffin in our mouths was the most important thing for Swami and me. “Something we think is very important is routine work for someone else,” he continued while we chomped. For … Read more
Whether I have my haircut at the salon or at home, the first question he asks after wrapping me up is “Short or Medium?” I haven’t been able to answer this question with confidence all these years. Earlier, I used to say ‘medium’ just to be sure he doesn’t cut it too short. But when … Read more
We demand clarity before taking any step. But before clarity, we need courage. Why courage? Because clarity just gives comfort to decisions we have already taken based on courage. If we haven’t taken the decision, we seek more clarity. It’s a mask. “But with all the confusion about GDP growth and when the recovery will … Read more
“You can slice and dice your data to come up with hidden insights,” boasted Swami while sipping his coffee the other day. He had come to the café straight from his office after a meeting with one of the data vendors. “Raichand was impressed,” he continued, talking about how the vendor presentations had made a … Read more
I am a Facebook post with 26000 likes and 1972 comments. And I almost forgot, 223 shares. Words and photos don’t count for much nowadays. They were a big deal in the olden days when every word written or spoken meant something. Every photo was looked at, in depth. Look at me. I have a … Read more
“Just this one increment and bonus that I am expecting in the next two months, and I am done with this Raichand. I think it is time for me to leave this job,” Swami declared and munched his muffin with gusto the other day. Jigneshbhai and I noticed that his bites got aggressive every second … Read more
In support of creating the much-needed awareness and the serious need for wearing masks correctly in public places, last week the local administration appointed a bunch of mask checkers. I stepped out with trepidation and spoke to one of them yesterday. “Congratulations on your appointment as a mask checker. What exactly is your job?” I … Read more
The other day when we went to the café, it was closed and so we had to find a new place. Swami immediately got into the car again. Jigneshbhai opened up Google maps. I sat on the back seat. “Where are we going?” I asked. “Let’s figure out,” Swami said and started driving. “Let’s figure … Read more
“These exercises are quite tough,” Swami said. “It’s easy for Sam to tell me to do them. He has run a triathlon. But I am no good at it,” he added. When he looked at us for a response, he caught me with my coffee cup at my lips, and Jigneshbhai biting his muffin. I … Read more