Dr. Kaushik Sridhar

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The Complainers’ Dilemma: Unraveling the Paradox

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Reading Time: 2 minutes The modern workplace is a diverse ecosystem where employees possess varying attitudes and behaviors towards their jobs. Among these, a notable paradox exists: individuals who incessantly complain about their work are often found to be the ones who remain with the same employer for the longest periods. This intriguing correlation has puzzled researchers and organizational […]

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Failure is the most important ingredient to success

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Reading Time: 3 minutes Success is often regarded as the ultimate goal in life. We strive for it, chase after it, and celebrate it when we achieve it. However, what many fail to recognize is that failure is not only a natural part of the journey towards success but also the most important ingredient in achieving it. Failure provides

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Embrace Your Authenticity: The Power of “You Do You”

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Reading Time: 2 minutes In a world that often seeks conformity and standardization, embracing your true self and staying authentic is a revolutionary act. “You Do You” is a mantra that encourages individuals to express their uniqueness, follow their passions, and make choices that align with their values. It promotes self-acceptance and self-expression, ultimately leading to personal growth and

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The Art of Listening

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Reading Time: 2 minutes The art of listening is an often-overlooked skill that is essential to building and maintaining strong relationships, both personally and professionally. Listening is more than just hearing what someone is saying, it involves actively engaging with the speaker and understanding their perspective. Effective listening requires concentration, patience, and an open mind. It’s not just about

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Delivering that “Knockout” Presentation

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Reading Time: 5 minutes “The two most important sentences in any presentation are the first and the last.” In both formal and informal settings you are always presenting, that is, attempting to change someone’s viewpoint by speaking. To prepare your presentation, precisely follow this sequence of steps: 1. Decide What Your “Knockout Result” Would Be This is the absolutely ideal

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Reality plus Response equals Result

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Reading Time: < 1 minute You can make major changes in your life with minor changes in your thinking and behavior. To understand how this works, consider the three Rs model: “Reality plus response equals result.” Say that one of your colleagues criticises your work (that’s reality). Your response creates a particular result. If you ask your colleague why he

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Six ways to pivot your career in a time of uncertainty

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Reading Time: 5 minutes A few months ago, I made a temporary career pivot. Others may call it a major career change, but I respectfully disagree. My reasoning lies in the definition between the two. To pivot, for example, means to turn or rotate. A change, on the other hand, means to be different, to transform. In others other

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