Here’s a fab piece of advice I heard from @alok_sethi, a friend, batchmate, and overall super guy. A coach he worked with said to him:. “You don’t have to act your emotions. You can speak them out.”. That is such a powerful thought. Try it. Next time, say it. Don’t show it.

When our washing machine went on the blink,.the user manual came in handy. We figured exactly what we needed to do. That got me thinking. User manuals can be useful. And there’s a missing user manual we need to write. That’s in my column in @BWbusinessworld. Take a look!

Everyone’s talking about the growth mindset. But not everyone’s sure what it really means. @satyanadella said it best-move from being a know-it-all to a learn-it-all. Ah! That’s it. Stop pretending to know everything. Start learning everything. That’s growth.

Ordered a coffee at Anna Rasoii in Mumbai. The coffee came with a complimentary bowl of chakli. The coffee was good. The chakli made it great. Maybe that’s what great performance is all about out. Do what’s expected. And a little bit more. Add a chakli to the coffee!

Driving's fun- and Google Maps makes it easier! I recently stumbled upon a hack that made my trip smoother. Thought I must share it- because it helps not just on the road, but in life too. It's in my latest column for @BWBusinessworld. Take a look!

Business borrows a lot from warfare-motivating troops, knowing the enemy. But there’s something fundamental we don’t always get right. That’s in this episode of #ChaiWithPi. Take a look. It will change how you see your colleagues!.

Meet Deepak, an elevator operator at Palladium Mall who brings passion to his work. This week’s #chaiwithpi honors everyday heroes who go the extra mile for customers. No matter where you are or what you do, you have a chance to make a difference—grab it!.

Decathlon isn’t just about affordable sports gear or cool self-checkout tech—it’s the passionate staff that makes it special. They’re trekkers, cyclists, and athletes, offering real advice. No “sales staff,” just “sports passionate.” A lesson for all: Hire for passion!.#Passion

Just discovered mondegreens—misheard song lyrics—and I’m fascinated! My latest @BWBusinessworld column dives into what they are, why they happen & what we can learn from them. Give it a read—it’s sure to bring a song to your lips! Which misheard lyric comes to your mind?

For years, Rembrandt’s 'The Man with the Golden Helmet' drew crowds in Berlin, with replicas flying off shelves. Then something changed. Find out more in this week’s #ChaiWithPi there’s a lesson here for teams and meetings. Maybe time for a print in rooms.

Some of the world’s top brands are identified by symbols—Nike’s swoosh, McDonald’s arches. Cities have them too! .Pune’s airport mural has Shivaji, Ganeshji’s trunk, a woman with a nose ring, auto, chai, and more. What symbols would be in a mural in your city? .Keen to hear!

They say feedback is the breakfast of champions, but do we ensure we’re getting served? While there's plenty on giving feedback, little is said about receiving it. How can we get better? That’s in this week’s #ChaiWithPi . And yes, it’s back.

I was with the leadership team of a tech services company when something the CEO said stayed with me: 'The meanest thing a leader can do is not let their team know where they stand.' Powerful thought, right? Why do so many leaders avoid telling their teams what they think?

Every word a leader says is scrutinized—and often misinterpreted. Words don’t just describe reality; they shape it. My @BWBusinessworld column explores how language influences perception. Take a look & share your thoughts!

Warren Buffett’s Annual Letter to his shareholders is legendary. Here’s a valuable lesson I learned from it (and no, it’s not about investing!). Take a look!

One of my abiding memories of an aunt who passed away recently is of a little candy tin box. As I thought about it, it struck me that it was more than just a box of treats. It was a reminder that small things matter. That’s in my latest column in @BWBusinessworld

Here’s a piece of advice – on seeking advice - that I heard many years ago it’s a line that has stayed with me. #advice #leadershiptips

Driving from #Pune to #Goa (south). What’s the best route to take? In the past , turned right after Nipani and then went via Azra/Amboli/Sawantwadi. Google maps suggesting a different route (Kale-Pachwad road). Any advice/recommendations… welcome!.

Six words. Sometimes, that's all it takes to tell a story. What's your six-word story?. #storytelling

Getting over a disappointment can be tough. Here’s a tip from Mitchell Starc that could help!. #leadershiptips

What’s the item in your wardrobe that you probably think the least about? For me, it’s the socks. And when I heard a socks-entrepreneur share his story the other day, I thought you must hear about the cat and the socks. That’s in my latest column in @BWBusinessworld