The finish line I had a deadline to catch so I had to be back from my walk earlier than usual Which to me meant one of two things, I could either choose to cover a shorter distance and be done earlier or I could walk faster Once I started…

Look around you with an honest eye — how many people do you see unhappy? And, why ARE they unhappy? Most of us live our lives without ever questioning the rules, some spoken, some unspoken. Whom are these rules serving? Not me, nor you. While growing up, I could tell…

1. Work partnerships Build something and play the game with someone you can trust rather than jumping ships for short-term success. 2. Personal Relationships Create a nurturing environment (and be a family) based on love and trust. 3. Health and Financial Well-being It’s easier to exercise and stay fit when you stay consistent otherwise it’s a heroic act to get back in shape. And, the power of compounding is well known in the world of investments.

But, she is fluent in management. When asked why do you like the new maid so much, she said this about the maid: 1. She is responsible 2. Takes initiative 3. Works hard 4. Pays attention to detail 5. Is no nonsense No wonder, my dad wants my mother to take care of the business now.

Attention is a scarce resource. And yet, when it comes to building products, most of us get lost in functionality. Square was faced with the same conundrum when they set out to build a credit card reader. 💳 They had two product options – one, that worked 100% of the time but looked so similar to the existing solutions that it invited ignorance. The second, a smaller version that looked cute. This worked 80% of the time but was a great conversation starter!

Recently, I decided to pay attention. When we forget our manners 2. When they see us fumble over practical matters such as money management 💰 3. When we don’t meet our duties towards each other, the family, and the home 4. When we wake up way after the sun has ☀️ 5. When we don’t sit up straight 6. When we don’t eat at the same time everyday as we lack a sense of discipline/routine There is much to learn from our grandparents!

When you try your best but you don’t succeed When you get what you want but not what you need — “Fix You” by Coldplay My younger sister recently shared her cover of this song, and as I listened to these words in her voice, it spoke to me in…

1. People want to hear YOUR story. Not your friend’s. “I am having lunch with a friend when the table starts to shake…” versus “My friend was having lunch..” Listening to a story in the present tense and directly from the horse’s mouth is loved more! 2. A story is made great by its relatability.

Chandler: Uh, if I were omnipotent for a day, I’d… make myself omnipotent forever. Rachel: See, there’s always one guy. (MOCKING) “If I had a wish, I’d wish for three more wishes.” This is an excerpt from FRIENDS, the TV sitcom- for anyone who’s just come out of their den. …