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Laughter, often called the best medicine, is a universal expression of joy and a crucial ingredient for overall well-being. However, in the midst of life’s trials and tribulations, finding reasons to laugh can seem challenging. Here, we shall explore why …

Self-doubt, that insidious inner critic, is a universal human experience. It doesn’t discriminate based on age, gender, or background. It infiltrates your minds, casting shadows over your self-esteem, ambitions, and happiness. But what exactly is self-doubt, and how can you …

In the realm of personal development, one phrase consistently rises above the rest:

“Mindset Is Everything!”

But what does this mean, and how can it truly impact our lives?

Here, we shall dive deep into the concept of mindset, delve …

Introduction

India, a country brimming with diversity and aspirations, has seen women surmount countless obstacles to reach their goals. Nevertheless, the elusive “glass ceiling” has persisted, acting as an unspoken impediment.

Here, we shall explore the glass ceiling, anchoring our …

Life is a journey filled with twists and turns, challenges, and opportunities. At times, it may seem like an unsolvable puzzle, with problems and dilemmas piling up. Amidst this complexity, could the simple act of effective listening be the key …

Workweek Reduction vs. Efficient Working: Battling Burnout

Burnout, a pervasive issue in today’s work culture, takes a toll on well-being and productivity. As we strive for a healthier work-life balance, we are confronted with two strategies: reducing the workweek or focusing on efficient working.

Here, we will …

Success stories often conjure images of singular geniuses, lone pioneers, or trailblazers who seem to have conquered the world on their own. However, upon closer examination, it becomes clear that these tales of triumph are rarely the result of a …

In the ever-evolving landscape of professional success, the concept of neural pathways—those intricate connections in our brains that influence our thoughts, behaviours, and habits—holds profound implications. As a professional, you understand the significance of adaptability, skill enhancement, and innovation.

Here, …

Navigating The Promotion Puzzle

Unraveling Office Politics And Advancement

In the bustling world of careers, promotions often stand as milestones of recognition and growth. Yet, despite one’s dedication and hard work, the coveted promotion might sometimes remain elusive. While a multitude of factors could …

The Sunk Cost Fallacy: Letting Go of the Past to Embrace the Future

We’ve all been there – stuck in a situation where we’ve invested time, money, or effort, only to find that things aren’t turning out as expected. Whether it’s a failing project, a broken relationship, or a bad investment, the tendency …

Strategies for Work-Life Balance in Midlife Career Transformation

The journey of midlife career transformation is a significant chapter in one’s professional life. As individuals embark on the path of reinventing their careers in their 40s, it becomes imperative to maintain a healthy work-life balance during this transition.

Balancing …

Cubicle Confusion to Clarity: Mastering Office Politics

Office politics, much like a cryptic language, can confound even the most seasoned professionals.

You might wonder why some people seem to climb the corporate ladder effortlessly while others remain stuck. Well, it’s not just about working hard; it’s about …

Stagnation In The Workplace: Where Ambition Goes To Hibernate

Kavya, a 38-year-old executive with 15 years of experience in the IT industry, joined a leading corporate organization as a Software Engineer. Over the years, she demonstrated exceptional technical skills and problem-solving abilities, earning promotions to senior positions within her department.

Smooth …

Embracing a Career Reboot: 5 Compelling Reasons for Amplifying Current Career Growth or Changing Career Paths

Embarking on a career reboot can be an invigorating and transformative experience, whether it involves staying within the same job or venturing into a new professional realm.

In this blog, we will explore FIVE compelling reasons why individuals choose to …

Elevate Your Career

Embracing Rebooting for Success Beyond Target Achievement

What do you think is important in today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving professional landscape?

Merely meeting targets?

Or going beyond fulfilling job responsibilities?

Achieving success in your career requires

-> a proactive approach,

-> …

Reboot Your Career: Unlock Your True Potential

Are you ready for a personal journey of greatness? It’s time to step up and unlock your true potential to achieve success and fulfilment in your career. Join me on this transformative path as I guide you towards accomplishment and …

Conquering the “Deer in the Headlights” Syndrome: Overcoming Job Loss with Resilience

Facing the daunting prospect of job loss can often leave you feeling paralyzed, trapped like a deer caught in headlights. However, it’s essential to break free from this immobilizing mindset and take charge of your career paths. By adopting a …

Be Proactive: Overcoming Fear of Job Loss

The fear of job loss can be a daunting experience, triggering anxiety and uncertainty about the future. However, by embracing Stephen Covey’s first habit, “Be Proactive,” you can shift your mindset and take control of your career trajectory. In this …

Here’s How To Stick To Your New Year Resolutions Without Giving Up

Have you set a few resolutions that you want to keep this 2021? Are you already experiencing trouble sticking to it?

Many people set resolutions year after year… but very few succeed in persevering with them. Some people stay with …

7 Powerful Ways to Insulate Yourself From Negative Energy

Negativism is something which is all around us. I always believe that each one of us do have a choice to either walk away from it or sink along with it. However, one thing is for certain – there is …

Self-defence … emotionally …

Pepper spray, stout stick, stun gun, swiss knife and so on …a range of weapons do come to our mind the moment we think about self-defence. And … we do not stop at one method when it does come to …

Emotional Intelligence – Your Next Best Investment For Your Success

If you are someone who is looking at moving up the corporate ladder or getting better at your business, then one of the best investments you, as an individual can make from this minute is “to work on your Emotional …

Fear is just an illusion in your mind

I have realized over the years that the mere fact of facing up to the fear will make most of us freeze in our paths towards being more decisive. More than often,the fear of action makes many people lead a …

5 Ways To Wake Up Feeling Awesome And Energized.

Are you aware that the first one hour on waking up is what sets you up, to make the day most productive? Well! I have been writing over the years, about doing the right things before going to sleep and also during the …

Low In Energy? 5 Cardinal Mistakes To Avoid At Any Cost

“You know Satish … I was someone who woke up each morning raring to go and always eager to step outside and seize the day. I was more than able to get through an 8-6 schedule with a lot more …

Here’s How To Maintain Incredible Levels of Energy through out the Day

Have you gone through days when you were full of energy and could conquer the world? Have you also gone through days where the exact opposite happens with you slacking down and losing most of your energy in just a …

The new fatigue on the block

Work from home Fatigue is the new challenge for most of the employees who are forced to work from their respective homes due to the pandemic. With hardly any social interactions, back to back meetings and unrealistic expectations from their …

Are you sabotaging your Immune system?

We are as fit as our immune system. If you are falling sick way too often and realize that you are not as energetic & peppy as you were, you need to work on your immune system.

I was under …

Open your Mind for some great Ideas

If you are working towards generating great ideas to improve your life, then it’s time to unchain yourself from the mundane, conventional thoughts, which occupy your brain.

Over the last few weeks, I have been working on this aspect in …

Course Correct Yourself To Find Your Passion

The year 2010 was the year for me when I was spearheading a big project and working through deadlines. There was a critical issue which did ensure that my tech team had to work round the clock and even though …

Unregulated Stress A Ticking Time Bomb

Stress to a certain extent is good for all of us however once it does cross the threshold, then it often begins to eat from the inside. The damage unregulated stress can cause both at the physical and Emotional level …

Boss Management Why No Company Teaches You??

Let us all agree that for most people working in an organization, your respective boss will always be on top of the list of people who does matter. It was no different for me, when a decade back I also …

Masculinity Is Never About Being Strong All The Time

Over the last one decade, my profession has given me some deep insights on how women and men think and express their feelings. Now what I am going to share in the next few paragraphs are only about my experience …

Your Daily Rituals Can Make Or Break You

Have you heard the words “A family which eats together stays together” Well, when I did heard this for the first-time many decades back I was not surprised because our family always did have at least one meal together.

When …

Is Success Being Elusive? Then Follow This 7 Step Process To 2X Your Success Quotient

Have you ever wondered as to why some people are extremely successful in whatever they do but some are destined for failures? I am sure that just like me, you would have wondered over the years as to what is …

5 Top Reasons Executives Stay IN Their Job Which They Do Not Like

Over the last one decade as an Executive Coach, I did have the opportunity to interact with many executives who had reached out to me saying that they were not happy about their job and dreaded going to the same …

Your Brain Can Make Or Break You. Taking Care Of It Should Be Your Priority.

Mental Illness is not something to be hushed up or feel sorry about. It is a vast subject and I am not qualified to speak about it. However one thing I can speak about Mental illness from the perspective of …

Here Is How To Get Motivated And Stay Motivated

Recently, I received a call from my friend Jimmesh Sarvotam who was my school mate and later also my batch mate during my college days. We had studied together for almost a decade plus and Jimmesh was always the studious …

How Do You Prepare For Life’s Ups And Downs?

Richard Sengupta reached out to me couple of weeks back and during the conversation he did mention that “Satish in the last 6 months I have gone through the worst of times and also the best of the times” Now …

Are You Ready To Exponentially Grow Your Creativity, Focus And Clarity Of Thought?

Everybody wants to boost their brain power so that they can be ahead of their peers and competitors in the corporate world. When you begin to feel sluggish, uncreative and not able to focus on your thoughts then most people …

Here Is How To Banish Self-Doubt And Build Your Confidence Muscle

When Self-doubt creeps in then it is just about time before it begins to erode your self-confidence. One of the most common challenges I do come across with Executives and Entrepreneurs is self-doubt and low confidence in themselves.

Now for …

6 Ways To Develop Amazing Willpower And Rock-Solid Discipline

Each one of us wants to be successful. However how many of us do put in the time and effort on a consistent basis? I always tell this to my clients and during my Leadership Interventions.

Becoming successful is not …

5 Lessons To Learn Sooner Than Later In Life

One of the most common thoughts I did hear from a majority of my own clients over the years was “Satish, If I had only learnt this early in my life, I would not have wasted all my time on …

Smart Work Is More Effective Than Hard Work. Are You Ready To Take Up The Challenge?

One of the most common challenges Executives & Entrepreneurs do face is lack of time to get everything done. This does make them feel that they are not doing enough and eventually burn themselves out.

Are you aware that as …

Your Willpower And Self Control Can Be The Gamechanger

There is no Secret to massive Success. All of us do know that doing something which you are passionate about on a consistent basis with absolute focus will eventually get you to your big goals. However, this is what goes …

Here Is How To Make 2018 Your Breakthrough Year

Raghu reached out to me couple of months back for Executive Coaching. He was heading the Technical Team in his company. His concern was that his team-mates were not showing much enthusiasm towards their job. I asked him the nature …

Are You In A Career Slump? These 7 Strategies Should Lift You Up

When I share this figure in my Leadership Interventions or during my coaching engagement that, almost 70 % Indians are disengaged at work most are surprised.

However, remember that high paying jobs or even fancy designations does not guarantee an …

Here Is How To Develop A Helpful Mindset. Your Life Is Guaranteed To Change Forever

One of the most common traps most of the high performing executives and established business leaders fall into is that they tend to believe that they have to do everything on their own. This cannot be farther from the truth.…

Why Outbound Training In An External Environment Works Wonders For Your Team

Off late many organizations are finding out that outbound training away from the office cubicles and conference rooms is very effective. The biggest advantage is that new learnings are ingrained much better in a new outdoor facility away from the …

Challenge Yourself To Learn Something New

Learning is a never-ending process and one should always be open to learn and also unlearn. When the opportunity does arise one should never give up to grab with both the hands. Our High Performance Alchemy Masterclass which is on …

What If People Around You are Toxic?

Prashant was involved in a project which he really loved. It was one of the best projects in his organization. He was proud to be a part of that team. Things were going on really well when something changed overtime. …

Be So Positive That Negativity Doesn’t Affect You!

Of late, the phrases “Be positive”, “Life is awesome!”, “I am really excited!” and so on have become quite common. Sometimes, it may seem like how can anyone be so positive all the time?

Are people merely putting on an …

The Past Doesn’t Direct Your Future. It Derails It!

We are made wise not by the recollection of our past, but by the responsibility for our future.

– George Bernard Shaw

8 out of 10 people who come to me say “Satish! My past is bothering me too much.” …

7 Reasons Which Prevent You From Being More Confident

If you have no confidence in self, you are twice defeated in the race of life

– Marcus Garvey

If there is one life skill which propels you up the success ladder, it is building confidence! However, this particular life …

Can Individual Transformation Help An Organization?

Many clients have come to me for coaching in the past. Their common expectation is “I wan’t to contribute more to my organization but am not able to. I work really hard but it’s still difficult to meet my targets.”…

Some Insights From My High Performance Alchemy Master Class -September 2017

When you give learning a priority then, nothing can stop you from living your vision. This is exactly what did happen when some amazing people made time on a Sunday and spent some quality time in the High Performance Alchemy …

Here Is How To Rewire Your Brain For Success

How successful you are often depends on your emotional state. The emotional state is directly connected to the state of your mind. So, if you are someone looking at success outside you, then you are trying to find the pot …

Some Insights From My High Performance Alchemy Master Class

Some of the biggest learnings can and will happen when one is free from all distractions. This is exactly what did happen on Aug 6th, 2017 during the whole day of sharing, learning and unlearning.

For those of you who …

[New Live Event] : High Performance Alchemy Master Class

Each of our beliefs will either drive us towards our goals or at times even away from our goals. The same beliefs can either empower you or disempower you. Sounds familiar?

If you are aspiring for bigger things in life, …

[New Live Event] : High Performance Alchemy Master Class

Learning how to bulletproof your mind from uncertainty, limiting beliefs and bouts of low energy is certain to put you on the front foot. Because, deep down you do know that you are capable of much more than what you …

Here Is Why You Should Slow Down Especially If You Are Moving Into A Senior Position

Recently, I did meet up with a smart young executive. Let’s call him Rahul for reference. Now Rahul was someone who had almost close to 2 decades of work experience, dynamic and a go getter. Rahul’s challenge was something which …

Are You Holding Yourself Back? Check Out These 7 Probable Reasons Behind It.

Do you feel deep down in your gut that you are more capable than what you are doing right now but somehow not able to get through the haze? Well, I am not surprised at all. I do hear this …

Bounce Back From Anything In Life In 3 Simple Steps

Resilience is the word that defines one’s ability to rise again strongly after being knocked down.

Confucius once spoke of resilience as our greatest glory. These were his words, “Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising …

Building A Lean And Agile Team? Here’s Why You Should Become Lean And Agile First

If you are an entrepreneur or an executive who is at the top of your organization, you are probably concerned about how you can make your team lean and effective.

A lean and agile team can make a significant difference …

3 Steps Guaranteed To Help You Crush Your Old Thought Process.

Are you aware that an average human mind generates about 70,000 thoughts per day? That’s about 2916 every hour. So, nature does give you that many opportunities to work on yourself or bring yourself down.

What you choose is your …

7 Destructive Habits To Change If You Are Looking At Exponential Growth

Everything does happen in the mind and often our actions are influenced by our thoughts. Each of our habits are conceived, nurtured and rooted deep inside our own head more than anywhere else. So, if you are looking at changing …

Kick The #1 Killer Out Of Your Life! Point 7 Is The Most Effective Step

Recently, I spoke with a High Performing Executive who was seeing a 30% reduction in her team size and was not sure if she was next in line. Even though she did have decades of experience and an excellent track …

11 Secrets Which You Don’t Get To Hear From Any Life Coach For Free

It’s been more than a decade of working as a professional Life Coach for me and I could not think of a better time to share some insights on What Life Coaching is all about and what should people be …

Here Is How To Be An Optimist, Persevere And Create More Opportunity

Nobody is born an optimist or a pessimist. Our upbringing and our immediate environment does play a big role in making us one. Research does say that Optimist live a healthier and longer life, create more opportunities and most importantly, …

5 Ways To Turn Back The Clock In Less Than 8 Weeks

Do you remember your wonder years? For most like me it would have been wanting to get older, have the freedom to do whatever we wanted and not be answerable to parents and siblings. There were times during my teen …

High Performing Executives Decoded

For some of you who do not know yet, I have been working on my upcoming book High Performance Alchemy for a year now and have been interviewing some Top C Level Executives across India to know their insights as …

5 Simple Ways To Maximize Your Potential By Stepping Up

If you are looking at becoming the person who you always wanted to be, then it’s time to step up. For this to happen it is critical you begin to really make a difference and take confident steps in creating …

Clean Office Politics … Is It A Myth?

If you are hearing about office Politics for the first time, then I am sure that you are either working as a Solopreneur or on a sabbatical. Any organization where people tend to spend more time at work than outside …

Six Bullet-Proof Strategies To Work On Your Confidence

What is one thing which according to you stands out in a confident person? Well, the one thing I do hear again and again, when I do ask this question is their belief in themselves. A confident person is someone …

Executive Burnout Is Very Real. Ignore This At Your Own Peril

A few months back, a Sr Vice President of a large multinational company reached out to me because he felt he was sidelined for another executive for a plum promotion at the corner office. Now this kind of things do …

10 Steps For An Amazing Life Transformation

More and more people are finding it difficult to stay in the present and stay focused. I do keep hearing this again and again. “Satish! I do find it next to impossible to stay focused and am overwhelmed with things …

The Minimalist Guide To 2x Your Health Quotient

Everybody does know that it’s a gargantuan task to make big changes in life to become healthier. However, if I tell you that the opposite does work more effectively, at least some of you might be interested to know more.…

5 Step Process Guaranteed To Override A Stressful Situation

Most of the advice we hear about managing stress is more on the long term. Even though it’s practical, what actually does matter is how you can manage yourself when you are overwhelmed with stress in a moment’s notice.

If …

Is Your Job Pushing You Over The Edge? Then 7 Signs To Look Out For

High paying job with all the perks does come with its own set of challenges, which more often than not derails a high performing executive.

You might be someone who is scampering towards the corner office or an Entrepreneur who …

Lose Weight & Gain Energy – 5 Simple Ways

Are you someone who is looking at losing weight and having more energy? Well! Who does not want it? One of the most common health goals of all my clients,over the last 5 years has been to lose weight and …

Emotional Intelligence Your Key To Be Successful In Life

Are you aware that Emotional Intelligence is what separates the best performers from the rest of the pack.

Emotional Intelligence is something which cannot be measured easily. However it does play a critical role in how each one of us …

3 Key Ways Your Health Influences Your Success Quotient

There are more than enough written & spoken about why being healthy both at the physical and Emotional level is important, but how many of you do know that it also plays a critical role in helping you succeed at …

Why Failing Is Not As Bad As You Think? 5 Important Lessons From CEOs Who Have Failed

Did you just fail at something that you gave your heart and soul at? Do you feel hurt?

All of us go through failure in our lives.

But for most of us, the psychological experience of failure inflicts deep pain …

Is Your Schedule Making You Go Crazy? Here’s How To Gain Control

Have you experienced days where nothing seemed to be going right for you? Did you find yourself stuck, helpless and asking yourself, “Why is this happening to me”?

If yes, you’re not alone.

Almost every one of us experiences days …

3 Steps To Motivate Yourself When You Don’t Feel Like It

Motivation is simply the energy that drives discipline. When someone sets a goal and determines to be successful in it, motivation is what drives them.

You may have set a fantastic goal, built a great plan and feel determined to …

Are You At A Cross Road In Life? Here Is How To Navigate Your Way Through.

I can’t think of many things scarier than reaching a crossroad in life. You know, that turning point where you need to make some big changes and decisions—or else things will only get from bad to worse.

When I decided …

10 Limiting Beliefs That Are Holding You Back Right Now

The fact that you’re reading this article tells me that you want a better life. You want to achieve more, do more and be more.

… but you find yourself feeling empty and stuck, unable to move towards what you …

How To Double Your Energy, Lose Weight And Amplify Your Focus

Would you like to learn how to double your energy levels, lose weight and amplify your focus?

If you’re like most people who read my blog, you’re definitely experiencing problems in one of these areas.

Either you’re :

Struggling to

…

How To Redesign Your Life

Are you frustrated with your current life situation? Do you feel dissatisfied with your lifestyle?

If yes, you’re not alone. In the last few years, I have worked with many people just like you. They came to me because they …

3 Ways To Bounce Back From Anything In Life

Resilience is the word that defines one’s ability to rise again strongly after being knocked down.

Confucius, once spoke of resilience as our greatest glory. These were his words, “Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising …

How To Lose Weight Even When You’re A Super Busy Executive

Almost all executives have little or no control over their lifestyles. Their schedules are often crazy, hectic and unmanageable.

For every single project they complete, three new ones crop up and they’re always busy catching up. The severe pressure leads …

How To Develop Emotional Maturity

Emotional maturity is one of the things that determines the quality of your life.

It can be defined as one’s ability to experience a full range of emotions from delight to grief without losing your head.

Over the years, I’ve …

Remarkable Leadership – Leading With Trust And Integrity

Have you ever done any of the following?

Said the wrong things at the wrong time
Misjudged a situation
Did not keep your promises
Lied to people

If yes, you’re not alone. Almost every single person puts their foot in …

3 Steps To Be More Action Oriented And Win The War Within

When was the last time you were stuck in a situation where you knew what you should be doing but could not move an inch due to the habit of procrastination.

I do come across people who have been putting …

Here’s How To Become Twice As Valuable In The Shortest Amount Of Time

One of the most profound learning I have gained over the years is “Either you manage time or time will manage you”. One key trait, which does come out right in the front of any successful person, is their Art …

Losing Motivation At Work?

Here’s How To Bust Stress And Take Your Performance To The Next Level

Are you an entrepreneur or an executive who typically eats a rushed lunch hunched over the keyboard? Do you find yourself too swamped with work to take …

Obliterate Procrastination!

4 Quick And Easy Steps To Overcome Procrastination And Get More Done, Period!

Almost every one of us procrastinates at some point in our lives. Even though we recognize the importance of doing something, we have an inherent tendency/temptation to …