The startup world today seems strange.
There was a time when startups would create value by solving a market failure. Today however it seems more about the valuations, the...
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I worked for a client at BCG who had built business from bootstrapped money to a multi-crore venture
I once worked for a client at BCG who had built an infra goods business from bootstrapped money to a multi-crore venture. Out of all my...
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When I was working with the Government of India..
When I was working with the Government of India, I was surprised by the 'time-bound' promotions, which was very contrary to the corporate...
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In 2014, after getting diagnosed with migraine, I went on to see a doctor at a New Delhi hospital
In 2014, after getting diagnosed with migraine, I went on to see a doctor at a leading New Delhi hospital. Within 4 weeks, my condition...
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When I was applying for my master's, the biggest conundrum I faced was..
When I was applying for my master's, the biggest conundrum I faced was whether I should be applying for MBA or MPP? How would an MPP...
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Right from school, I was never into reading non-fiction..
Right from school, I was never into reading non-fiction. Boring and dry, I never bothered to pick any interesting science or biography...
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Our generation hasn't really seen any true struggle.
We witnessed an easy world moving towards- 1. Liberal economy 2. Free internet and, 3. A stable society Most of us wake up comfortably...
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In the last 8 years of my work, I have never appreciated working late nights and sleeping in late.
In the last 8 years of my work, I have never appreciated working late nights and sleeping in late. Irrespective of the organization, I...
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7 Unforgettable truths 2021 taught me
7 Unforgettable truths 2021 taught me: 1. mental clarity can be your biggest superpower 2. no amount of fat paycheck can retain you if...
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The first time I gave a presentation in North Block, Raisana Hills, my feet were trembling in fear.
The first time I gave a presentation in North Block, Raisana Hills for the Government of India, my feet were trembling in fear and...
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A few days ago, I was talking to a friend from ISB..
A few days ago, I was talking to a friend from ISB. He expressed a passion that he has been 'thinking' about starting before our ISB...
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A few years ago, I was in my office and waiting for my Uber driver for a pick up.
As time passed, I got restless and kept checking his location again and again. And since it was peak traffic time, the driver took even...
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If you are at ISBs, IIMs, and other top-ranked Indian Business Schools.
If you are at ISBs, IIMs, and other top-ranked Indian Business Schools. You should be incredibly proud of your decision to pursue an...
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My school life in India was terrible
My school life in India was terrible. I was terrified of exams, and the public shaming when I received my report card. My bad grades...
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Throughout history, the emperor wasn’t more talented than the average farmer. .
Throughout history, the emperor wasn’t more talented than the average farmer. He was merely lucky to be born with a golden spoon. The...
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What does life look like if you don’t clear UPSC?
5 years ago, I missed the #UPSC final list by 8 marks. My score in optional was amongst the highest in India, my interview score of 204...
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Life is unfair because a few people like me got lucky! This will change now - Reality Privilege
Life is unfair. It is so unfair that only 1% of the people experience 99% of pleasure. This 1% attend the best universities, they attend...
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Should you have a Plan B while preparing for IAS ?
In early 2014, when I started my #IAS preparation one thought constantly interrupted my mind - What will I do, if I don’t end up clearing...
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I failed in almost everything I tried my hands on.
IITs, IAS, my first startup, my relationships, my first job, my Stanford MBA interview. The list is endless. Sadly, most youngsters in...
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A few days ago, a close friend of mine failed to qualify for her IAS interview
When you fail a government exam in India - you are in an incredible sweet spot; where you don’t have much to lose. 1. You have already...
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