Starting a nano startups was a dream I never thought I’d realize. I’m not a business school graduate, and I’m no entrepreneur by birth. My formal education had nothing to do with entrepreneurship. But when I look back at my journey, I realize that there’s one critical factor that made it all happen – the […]
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Have you ever dreamt of being your own boss, calling the shots, and creating something meaningful? Starting a business can be an exhilarating journey filled with possibilities and opportunities. However, it’s not without its challenges and risks. In this blog, I will delve into the pros and cons of starting a business, exploring the trade-offs
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Introduction: Starting a business is often seen as the pinnacle of success, a chance to be your own boss and realize your dreams. However, as two individuals discovered, the journey from being a talented professional to a successful entrepreneur is not as straightforward as it seems. In the following case studies, we delve into the
Are you feeling the itch for change? Wondering if it’s ever too late to switch careers? Let me tell you, my friend, it’s never too late to pursue your true passion. In my latest blog post, “Embracing Change: The Courage to Forge a New Career Path,” I dive into the stories of real people who took the leap and found success on their own terms.
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Careers that will stay and provide sustainability and growth
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Here’s the thing. Life after 40 comes with a strange mix of wisdom and wobbliness. One day you’re confidently managing work, family, and your aging parents; the next day you’re tired for no reason, irritated at everyone, and Googling “Is this stress or am I just old now?” That’s when mental health stops being a
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A Straight Talk for Teachers and Higher-Ed Faculty (With a Few Laughs) If you’ve ever wondered why the most sincere teacher or the sharpest assistant professor isn’t the one getting the corner room or the “Professor” title, you’re asking the right question. Career ladders in education sometimes feel like they were designed during a power
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Let’s get one thing straight — teaching in the 21st century isn’t about standing at the front of the room and performing a daily TED Talk. It’s about leading a learning revolution, one curious mind at a time. So here’s the promotion you didn’t know you’d earned — you’re not just a teacher, you’re the
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It happened during one of my recent teacher training sessions.We were discussing classroom challenges when a teacher at the back raised her hand and said something that made everyone pause: “Ma’am, sometimes it feels like we need to teach parents more than children.” A ripple of quiet laughter went around the room—but behind that laughter
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There’s a Taoist story- The Empty Boat, that changed the way I look at criticism, conflict, and even failure. Imagine rowing across a river. Another boat suddenly crashes into yours. You’re startled, but when you see it’s empty, you simply steer away. No anger. No blame. Just adjustment. Now, imagine the same boat hits you,
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When Google gave us information, teachers adapted. They started helping students connect dots, turning scattered facts into knowledge. Then came ChatGPT and Gemini, able to mimic that very process — linking, summarising, explaining. So the big question many ask is: what’s left for teachers? The answer: everything that makes learning human. Experience as Wisdom A
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I wasn’t in an off-shoulder dress, a knee-above skirt, or two-inch heels.I was in a saree — crisp, comfortable, and unapologetically mine. But apparently, that’s not what my bio made people expect. Which is fascinating, because nowhere in my LinkedIn profile have I ever typed:“Fashion icon with a fondness for runway-ready entrances.” Yet, here we
They Expected Stilettos and Sass. They Got a Saree and Substance. Read More »
“IP University’s new orphan quota from 2025–26 offers reserved seats, full fee waivers & support—making higher education truly inclusive.
In a world scrambling to redefine work and education in the post-pandemic, AI-fuelled era, Thailand has just taken a bold step—and it’s time we in India take notice. Recently, Thailand’s Labour Minister Pongkawin Jungrungruangkit unveiled a five-point workforce strategy aimed at empowering youth, equipping workers with AI skills, and safeguarding informal labour. On the surface,
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When I First Heard It, I Thought of Illich. When the news broke that Saudi Arabia is building 166 “schools without walls”, I paused. As an educator who has spent years questioning the limits of traditional schooling, my mind immediately went to Ivan Illich’s provocative book, Deschooling Society. Could this be the moment Illich envisioned?
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