Create. Don’t Compete.” – W. Chan Kim This succinctly captures the essence of the red ocean to blue ocean strategy. Crafting a successful strategy is not just about planning; it’s about envisioning a unique space where competition is irrelevant and you’re not just surviving but thriving. As you embark on strategic planning, you must realise …
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As #LarryBossidy quotes, “Execution is the ability to mesh strategy with reality, align people with goals, and achieve the promised results.” For execution to happen seamlessly, fostering an environment where plans transform into tangible outcomes is crucial. Effective leadership plays a pivotal role in cultivating a culture of execution. Engaging employees in the plan, empowering …
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“Crisis forces commonality of purpose on one another.” – Michelle Dean One of the big lessons I learnt during my decade long consulting career is that best client relationships are built when your client needs you the most. This often requires being available during that sometimes over the long weekend or late night when something …
In Daniel Goleman’s words, “In a very real sense, we have two minds, one that thinks and another that feels.” The ability to navigate and understand the latter is what sets great leaders apart. This leads us to the second essential ‘E’ for leadership excellence – Emotional Intelligence. Consider the example of OprahWinfrey, the iconic …
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As we step into the first morning of the new year, we feel an air of possibilities—a fresh slate waiting to be filled with success stories. Think about it: What’s your one dream for 2024? What’s that one thing that will make you happy and grateful at the end of the year? Is it sculpting …
Leadership is not just about guiding a team; it’s about setting a standard of excellence that inspires others to strive for their best. As Vince Lombardi said, “The quality of a person’s life is in direct proportion to their commitment to excellence, regardless of their chosen field of endeavour.” This reflects on how one needs …
Leadership, in its true essence, transcends traditional hierarchies and titles. Leading isn’t just about handling tasks and watching over a team; it’s about motivating, guiding, and helping others to be their best. In traditional leadership, the focus often revolves around task management, ensuring targets are met, and maintaining efficiency. While these are crucial aspects, the …
-Ikshwaku Sharma The #Olympian mindset is a state of relentless pursuit of excellence, an unwavering commitment to one’s craft, and an unbreakable will to overcome obstacles. It transcends the boundaries of mere athleticism, encompassing the realms of leadership, resilience, and inspiration. Let us delve into the essence of the Olympian mindset through the remarkable journeys …
Become a kind of leader that people would follow voluntarily, even if you had no position or title. -Brian Tracy One of the biggest leadership insights I gained from my recent NLP intensive with Sue Knight in Kerala is that best way to influence others is to be the model in the area of influence. …
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This is one of the beliefs of excellence in Neuro Linguistic programming (NLP) that has resonated strongly with me in life so far: There is no failure, only feedback and learning. This realization dawned on me when I was on the verge of getting dropped out of my MBA program in 2011, while undergoing depression …
Zen is an ancient Japanese form of meditation which brings calmness and peace to our lives. All we obtain with Zen helps us focus on what is most important in our lives, bringing satisfaction and happiness along the way. Zen Habits or as we know them, are the quest for simplicity and mindfulness in the …
Have we ever wondered what keeps us up and running on these long driving trails? The small rest stops that we take at the highway side restaurants to refuel not just our physical self but our mind as well. It gives us a pump of energy to continue the remaining journey with increased focus and …
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