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The Ringleader’s Handbook: A Masterclass in Workplace Dysfunction Every organisation has systems, processes and capable people. A truly accomplished leader, however, knows better than to let any of them function without personal interference. The real objective is to make yourself so central to every decision, conversation, approval, disagreement and minor crisis that the workplace gradually stops functioning as an organisation and starts functioning as an extension of your personality. If people spend more time trying to understand your mood than understanding their work, you are making excellent progress. If a simple decision requires three phone calls, two permissions and a careful assessment of whether today is a good day to approach you, even better. The finest leaders of this school do not merely manage work. They manage information, expressions, conversations, loyalties, friendships, opinions and, wherever possible, reality itself. For those aspiring to this distinguishe...

Modern life is full of speed, competition, comparison and stress. Almost everyone is searching for peace of mind. We may have comfort, success and resources, yet the mind often remains restless. Anger, jealousy, fear, comparison and anxiety disturb our inner peace. Long ago, Maharishi Patanjali gave a simple and practical solution to this problem in the Yoga Sutras . In the  Yoga Sutra , he explains the idea of Chitta-Prasadan . The word Chitta means the mind or inner consciousness. Prasadan means making it clear, calm, pure and peaceful. Therefore, Chitta-Prasadan means making the mind peaceful and pleasant. Patanjali says: Maitrī-karuṇā-muditā-upekṣāṇāṃ sukha-duḥkha-puṇyāpuṇya-viṣayāṇāṃ bhāvanātaś citta-prasādanam॥ “मैत्रीकरुणामुदितोपेक्षाणां सुखदुःखपुण्यापुण्यविषयाणां भावनातश्चित्तप्रसादनम्॥” Yoga Sutras of Patanjali , Samadhi Pada, Sutra 1.33 “The mind becomes peaceful by cultivating friendliness towards the happy, compassion towards the unhappy, joy towards the virtuous, and...

मेरा बचपन का एक दोस्त है, सत्यप्रकाश। कुछ लोग जीवन में ऐसे होते हैं, जिनका नाम भर मन में आते ही भीतर कहीं उजाला-सा फैल जाता है। चेहरा दमकने लगता है, जैसे किसी ने वक्त की अलमारी से बचपन का कोई प्रिय खिलौना निकालकर सामने रख दिया हो। सत्यप्रकाश मेरे लिए ऐसा ही नाम है। आज यूँ ही बैठे-बैठे उसकी याद आ गई। न कोई विशेष प्रसंग था, न कोई तय कारण। सच तो यह है कि स्मृतियाँ बड़ी मनमौजी होती हैं, कभी किसी गंध से, कभी किसी दृश्य से, कभी किसी आवाज़ से, कभी किसी छुअन से कभी किसी आवाज से, और कभी बिल्कुल अनायास बिना निमंत्रण के चली आती हैं। आज जब सत्यप्रकाश याद आया, तो उसके साथ बचपन की एक घटना भी याद आ गई। उस समय वह घटना बहुत गंभीर लगी थी, लगभग जैसे दो राज्यों के बीच लड़ाई का बिगुल बज गया हो। लेकिन आज, इतने वर्षों बाद, पीछे मुड़कर देखता हूँ तो लगता है कि वह झगड़ा नहीं, जीवन की सबसे खूबसूरत घटनाओं में से एक था; शायद इसलिए कि उसी ने एक ऐसी दोस्ती की नींव रखी, जो समय की धूप-छाँव झेलते हुए भी बनी रही। मैं शायद छठी कक्षा में पढ़ता था। उम्र रही होगी यही कोई दस-ग्यारह साल की। उन दिनों मेरे सिर पर हॉकी का जुन...

Dear Readers, Welcome to a journey of self-discovery with The Confidence Compass – a dynamic guide to navigating your path towards unshakable self-trust. Confidence is not a fixed trait; it is a skill honed through intentional, daily actions. In this article, I will try to explore facets of the Confidence Compass, ensuring that no essential point is missed, while also introducing some fresh ideas to enrich your journey. 1. Self-Awareness: Your North Star At the heart of every confident person lies self-awareness: a clear understanding of  emotions, reactions, and thought patterns. This clarity is your North Star, guiding you towards better self-management and personal growth. Daily Journalling :  Record your thoughts, moods, and triggers to uncover recurring patterns and insights. Weekly Reflections : List the challenges faced and lessons learnt  during the week, using these reflections to steer your future actions. Constructive Feedback : Seek insights from trusted fr...