The Seven Wonders
8th February 2025 A group of children were asked to list what they thought were the present “Seven Wonders of the World.” Though there were some disagreements, the following received the most votes: 1. Egypt’s Great Pyramids 2. Taj Mahal 3. Grand Canyon 4. Panama Canal 5. Empire State Building 6. St. Peter’s Basilica 7. […]
17 Camels
7th February 2025 There was a father who left 17 camels as the inheritance for his three sons. When the father passed away, his sons opened up the will which stated that the eldest son should get half of 17 camels while the middle son should be given 1/3rd (one-third) and the youngest son should […]
The Butterfly Effect
6th February 2025 “It used to be thought that the events that changed the world were things like big bombs, maniac politicians, huge earthquakes, or vast population movements, but it has now been realized that this is a very old-fashioned view held by people totally out of touch with modern thought. The things that change […]
Try to be useful
5th February 2025 In a beautiful piece reflecting on Charlie Munger’s life, Wall Street Journal, columnist, Jason Zweig shared an interaction he had with Munger in his last month: I asked what he might want for an epitaph of no more than 10 words. His reply was immediate and full of epistemic humility: “I […]
Be Grateful
4th February 2025 I love this old saying, “Begin your prayer with thanks & you’ll never get to asking.” Thank you God for a wonderful life, Thank you God for a good nights sleep, Thank you God for the wonderful day you have planned for me, Thank you God for giving me faith, Thank you […]
Invest 2% of your day on your dream
3rd February 2025 “Some men see things as they are and say why, I Dream of things that never were and say why not.” ~George Bernard Shaw. One of the most essential truths to recognize is the fact that the only limits on what we can achieve in life, are those we create and place […]
Basant Panchmi
2nd February 2025 “When winter comes, can spring be far behind.” ~ Shakespeare Basant Panchmi marks the advent of spring(Basant Ritu) when it is time for every bush & bower to spring to life with blooms & bursts of colour & fragrance, vibrant as sparklers in festive display. It is believed that Goddess Saraswati, the […]
The Biggest Enemy of Your Future Success
30th January 2025 Who do you think is the biggest enemy of your future success? A competitor? A lack of resources? The market? No. It’s your current success. Success is comforting, It feels good, It validates your hard work. But it also makes you complacent. When you’re successful, the urgency to improve fades. You start […]
The Salt Shaker theory of leadership
29th January 2025 Danny Meyer, a New York Restauranteur was facing an issue managing his staff & ensuring they meet the standards. He learned a wonderful leadership lesson about leading people from Pat Cetta, the owner of Sparks, a steakhouse located in New York. Cetta came to visit Meyer at his restaurant, and Meyer was […]
After failing twice
28th January 2025 Edmond Hillary, the great mountaineer said looking at Mount Everest: “I’ll come again and conquer you. Because as a Mountain you cannot Grow… But As A Human I Can Grow.” That is the attitude to have. Believe Where Others Doubt. Work Where Others Refuse. Save Where Others Waste Stay Where Others Quit […]