All Games. No Escapes.
A deep dive into play, performance and perception. Introduction From ancient coliseums to glowing screens, from chess boards to stock markets—humans have always been playing something. Whether it’s a show of strength, a test of wits, or a dance with chance, games aren’t just for fun anymore. They reflect culture, define status, create bonds, drive […]
Facets of Time
Time is funny. Not “haha” funny, but “I just blinked and it’s April already” kind of funny. It’s the one thing we’re all trying to get more of, make the most of, or pretend doesn’t exist until deadlines hit. Time is also weird. It’s invisible, unstoppable, and kind of rude. You can’t touch it, slow […]
The Dichotomy of modern-day selling
“Everyone is trying to sell something—an idea, a skill, a product, a fear, a comfort, or a service. But no one wants to be sold to.” Welcome to the greatest paradox of our time. In today’s hyper-connected world, selling has become second nature. We’re all out here pitching something—our capabilities, our creations, our curated lifestyles—and […]
Uncovering the true cost of Profit
I was talking to my 10 year old nephew, wishing him a happy birthday. However, he was busy preparing for his exams. I asked him what he was studying, and he replied mathematics. Curious, I inquired about the topic, and he replied ‘profit’. “What is profit?” I asked. With the certainty of a textbook definition, […]
The Art of Seeing the Whole
Introduction In a world overflowing with information, we often mistake knowledge for understanding. We see isolated pieces of truth but struggle to grasp the bigger picture. Our modern way of thinking has been shaped by specialization—breaking problems down into smaller parts and analyzing them separately. While this approach has led to scientific and technological advances, […]
Professionalism and the oldest profession
Professionalism can be defined as one’s conduct, attitude, and demeanour in a work or business dealing or life. It’s a facet of work ethics that reflects a person’s regard for other people and demonstrating respect, integrity, and responsibility. Be it a doctor, nurse, teacher or accountant. Professional services require skill and expertise just as much as […]
Did you think to give a thought to thought?
I attended 4 networking events in 2 days, a 2-day AI conference, 3 scheduled meetings with existing clients and followed up with 12 potential clients. Boy! There is only so much social interaction that I can do. Yet, there is always more to come! When you meet so many people within a small window. It […]
The Optimisation Conundrum
Human beings are inherently driven by desire. We constantly seek “more” – more wealth, more knowledge, more fame, more experiences and more love. This pursuit of “better” is woven into the fabric of our existence, fuelling innovation and progress. From the moment we wake up, we’re faced with a series of decisions, each a tiny […]