As a creative person, I find myself slacking off when I have to do something. Yes, there’s a bit of laziness involved, but upon reflection, I realized that a major reason is my constant pursuit of perfection. I get inspired by people who have spent years mastering their craft, yet I expect my work to …
2024 has been nothing short of a roller coaster for me, both professionally and personally. It was a year of highs and lows, breakthroughs and challenges. I started the year wrapping up my business development contract with an agency, took a much-needed break with my family, and dove headfirst into an intense job search. Along …
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Remember when you were a child, proudly showcasing a drawing or any other skill to your family? Now, if I ask you to do the same thing, would you do it comfortably? This simple question highlights the change that we go through as we grow older. I wanted to be a creative person, badly! …
Upon graduating, I decided to explore a career in sales by attending a cold calling job interview. Despite my lack of experience in this field, I prepared diligently, practicing the pitch and researching the company’s background to perform well in the interview. I deliberately avoided watching any learning videos on cold calling or sales to …
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In a recent interview, Michael Hussey, one of my favorite cricketers, shared a profound analogy: “If you’re trying to catch a butterfly deliberately, it’s hard, but sometimes if you turn your attention to other things and enjoy life, a butterfly might come and sit on your shoulder.” I was able to connect this statement with …
Last weekend, I eagerly sat down to watch the much-anticipated Malayalam film “Aavesham,” fueled by high expectations born from its stellar cast and the promises of its trailer and soundtrack. Fahadh Faasil’s presence alone, not as the protagonist but in a pivotal role, hinted at a cinematic experience worth savoring. As the story unfolded, following …
A warm greeting to all the readers. After all the contemplation, hesitation, and nervousness, I welcome you to the personal corner of my internet. This journey owes its existence to one man: Austin Kleon. He is renowned for his book ‘Steal Like an Artist,’ which delves into the potential of generating ideas from the world …