How to Negotiate with Someone More Powerful Than You 

How to Negotiate with Someone More Powerful Than You 

Effective communication is critical to success, but when discussing leadership specifically, mastering the art of negotiation takes the first seat. As a leader, negotiating at various levels for various requirements becomes a part of our role. But the real challenge...
How Leaders Communicate Differently

How Leaders Communicate Differently

Unquestionably, Effective communication is the heart of outstanding leadership. By that, I mean not only articulating with absolute precision but also listening at the deepest level. I would rather emphasize listening because effective listening leads to engaging and...
Why Leaders Need to Be Vulnerable

Why Leaders Need to Be Vulnerable

Most leaders find it challenging to be vulnerable. Being on top, leading high-stakes assignments with multiple stakeholders with varied interests, demands them to be cautious. Does that mean vulnerability will bring down their authority and influence? Let’s dig...
How to Make the Coaching Engagement Work?

How to Make the Coaching Engagement Work?

Very often, I get asked: ‘Does coaching really work?’ ‘Is it really worth investing so much?’ ‘How can you help if you are not as successful as me?’ (This is usually asked indirectly) To tell you the truth, there is no straight...