Tech Majors like IBM, Microsoft, and Cisco continue to lay off despite healthy revenues. The trend spills across the non-Tech sector. Samsung, PwC, and Disney are also shedding their workforce. …
Can Money Buy Happiness for Corporate Professionals?
Money and learning are not competing forces, but rather complementary aspects of a fulfilling career. Finding the right balance is key. Some prioritize financial gain over personal growth, while others value learning and development. Understanding your own needs and aspirations is crucial for building a fulfilling career path that brings both security and satisfaction.
Is your CV a “Killer CV”?
One thing that I come across repeatedly when I do CV reviews is a: “Statement of What I want to do”. The statement usually starts something like this – “I …
Is Your Workplace Toxic, Or You Are Reading It Wrong?
Why start with the poster of the Movie – “Dangal” on a topic related to workplace toxicity? Let me set some context here. Transform Ahead®️ Leadership Circle (TLC) is a …
The Superstar Boss Who Never Took People Along!
A friend narrated this story a few days ago. He is part of an MNC of high repute. He started this job around a year ago. In the firm, whenever …
Skills vs. Attitude: Why you shouldn’t bullsh*t your way into a firm.
I prepared well for the interview. I was ready for difficult technical questions. I stepped into the firm’s office with a high level of confidence. To date, I have not failed a technical …
Can Work Be the Best Part of Your Day?
I took a leap of faith to join an Industry role in a leadership position while leaving behind my Consulting life. Consulting was a rewarding journey. Moving to an unknown territory was …
From Dal-Roti to Biryani: How Tutoring Fueled My Independence
My engineering days were the toughest but most satisfying times of my life. I was living on a shoestring budget. I did not have the luxury to ask for financial help from …
Lost in the Crowd: How Following the Pack Weakens You!
I was a new team member. The leader of the team had a strong personality. People would hardly open their mouths when he was in the room. They would generally …
Taming the Dragon: Strategies for dealing with a Toxic Boss
A bad boss can turn even the most fulfilling job into a daily nightmare. Toxic leadership, characterized by negativity, condescension, or bullying, can erode morale, stifle creativity, and negatively impact …