Epic Fail or Epic Day – Perspective Matters to Your Career Success

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In life, the same set of events can happen to two different people, and their interpretations of those events can be completely different. This difference in perception can turn what could be seen as a failure into a triumph—or vice versa. It all comes down to how we choose to see the situation. This story, drawn from a recent real-life experience, illustrates the power of perspective and how choosing a more positive interpretation can inspire and energize us. ...  read more

Unlocking the Door to Self-Confidence: How Belief Shapes Our Reality

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I debated whether to share this story.  It’s so trivial but it reminded me how our belief shapes our reality.  We often find ourselves in situations where a little bit of self-assurance can make all the difference.  This trivial experience revealed a profound truth. Here’s a simple story that illustrates the power of self-confidence and how it can impact our lives in unexpected ways. ...  read more

Transitioning from Individual Contributor to People Manager: Five Key Tips

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Moving from an individual contributor role to a people management position can be both exciting and challenging. As a new manager, your success depends not only on your hard skills but also on your ability to lead and inspire your team.   I am glad this was a topic that was raised in our Mental Fitness Graduate reconnect session tonight.   Here are five essential tips to help you transition smoothly and become a great people manager. ...  read more

Have You Looked up Lately – Why It’s Important to be Present

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Are you “Productive”? I know I have not been. Here is why I am saying this.  There is a famous quote by Alan Watts: “Stop measuring days by degree of productivity and start experiencing them by degree of presence.” By this standard, I haven’t been truly productive at all. For the past 15 years, stress and habit kept me lost in my thoughts most of the day including my walks to and from work, either ruminating about the past or strategizing for the future. ...  read more

How to Master Job Interviews based on the “Psychology of Pricing”

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Recently, I found myself immersed in a captivating learning session on the “psychology of pricing.” Typically, I approach external learnings with a critical eye, yet this time, I found myself furiously jotting down notes, hanging onto the speaker’s every word. It also dawned on me: the principles of pricing psychology don’t just apply to my role as a digital strategy leader; they also hold profound insights for the art of persuasion in job interviews. ...  read more