Have you ever noticed how some leaders seem to create results out of thin air while others struggle to move the needle despite working twice as hard? The difference often isn't found in their strategies, intelligence, or even work ethic. It's hidden in their language – specifically, whether they speak and then act with commitment or tentativeness...

Being Assertive to Your Team vs. Being Assertive for Your Team In the high-stakes world of executive leadership, how CEOs interact with their leadership teams can make or break an organization's success. Many CEOs struggle with finding the right balance of assertiveness—push too hard, and you risk creating a culture of fear and compliance; be too...

I was born and raised in India, an introverted child who thought deeply about the world. Like many others, I followed the "safe" path. I became an engineer. I built a successful 16-year career in tech. I relied on structure, planning, and logic. But something was missing. I felt a pull toward making a greater impact as far as I can remember. The...

I've spent most of my life trying to get it right. Get what right? Everything. My relationships. My career. My parenting. My software. My presentation. My trip. My very existence. For the longest time, I thought that was the point—to master the game called life by figuring out the rules and following them better than anyone else. It took me...

Do you feel stuck? Like no matter what you do, you're just spinning your wheels? That lack of momentum is costing you more than you think. It’s not just about missing goals or seeing slow growth—it’s killing your potential, draining your energy, and keeping you stuck in a loop of frustration. When it comes to leadership, momentum is the key to...

Have you ever thought you knew something only to realize later how much more there was to learn? It’s a common trap—especially for leaders. We get so used to needing the answers, being the expert, that we can easily fall into the illusion of knowing. Let’s explore why this is such a dangerous trap and how you can avoid it. The Comfort of Familiar...

In a recent conversation with the leadership team of a company, the core of our discussion centered on the essence of commitment and how it shapes our actions, defines our results, and ultimately, steers our lives. The conversation shed light on different aspects of commitment, the difference between promises and commitments, and the profound...