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- [Business gita by management thinker, author and curator Dr. Ajayya Kumar makes waves](https://beingajay.com/business-gita-by-management-thinker-author-and-curator-ajayya-kumar-makes-waves-2/) - From The Art of War by Sun Tzu to The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli or Meditations by Marcus Aurelius, thinkers functioning in the realm of business leadership and strategy have always relied on classics or ancient texts for inspiration and insight. Back home in India, Srimad Bhagavad Gita has motivated generations of entrepreneurs and leaders
- [Review of Dr. Ajayya Kumar’s Business Gita: Management tips from the Bhagavad Gita](https://beingajay.com/review-of-ajayya-kumars-business-gita-management-tips-from-the-bhagavad-gita/) - Inspired by the epic, a writer presents insights on how to do business Entrepreneurship is a world where risks are taken and decisions are made, devoid of any one-size-fits-all formula. In this landscape, the quest for valuable advice becomes paramount, and amidst a flood of business strategy books, Business Gita, despite its glitches, emerges as a
- [Dr. Ajayya Kumar – Leading Change Through Words](https://beingajay.com/ajayya-kumar-leading-change-through-words/) - Dr. Ajayya Kumar is a name that resonates across various domains, showcasing his incredible versatility as a multifaceted leader. As a Management Thinker, Art Curator, Author, and speaker, he effortlessly navigates the realms of business, creativity, and intellectual discourse. His TEDx Talk has been one of the most inspiring, with more than 1 million views. With his
- [Thrissur native Dr. Ajayya Kumar among most influential authors of 2023 Inbox Read more: https://www.deshabhimani.com/english/special/thrissur-native-ajayya-kumar-among-most-influential-authors-of-2023-inbox/8644](https://beingajay.com/thrissur-native-ajayya-kumar-among-most-influential-authors-of-2023-inbox-read-more-https-www-deshabhimani-com-english-special-thrissur-native-ajayya-kumar-among-most-influential-authors-of-2023-in/) - Thrissur Dr. Ajayya Kumar, a renowned management expert, art curator, writer and COO of Abu Dhabi-based IT company Emircom, who is a native of Cherpu here, has been named one of the ‘Most influential authors to watch out for in 2023’ by ‘The Enterprise World’ magazine. According to The Enterprise World, Dr. Ajayya Kumar's selection was
- [Dr. Ajayya Kumar among ‘Most influential authors to watch out for — 2023’](https://beingajay.com/ajayya-kumar-among-most-influential-authors-to-watch-out-for-2023/) - Kumar’s unique perspectives and captivating words have established him as a prominent voice in the world of literature Dr. Ajayya Kumar, a renowned management thinker, art curator, author, and COO of Emircom, has been selected as one of the ‘Most influential authors to watch out for in 2023’ by EnterpriseWorld Magazine. This prestigious recognition highlights Kumar’s exceptional
- [What does Haircut and Microsoft have in common?](https://beingajay.com/what-does-haircut-and-microsoft-have-in-common/) - Ajay: Hey, is that a new haircut? Colleague: Yeah. My daughter said my old looks were getting a bit too boring and got me toget a makeover. Ajay: She isn’t wrong, you know? Be it an individual or an organization, constant innovationand re-innovation are important. Coll: What has a snip here and a snip there
- [Lessons from the movie: The Big Short](https://beingajay.com/lessons-from-the-movie-the-big-short/) - One can never be cautious enough. Even when all is well with your business, even when your industry is booming and your profits are soaring, it pays to be on the vigil and look out for signs. This is what the 2015 movie The Big Sort shows us. And there is more. Let’s dive in.
- [Why 12 angry men is a must watch for entrepreneurs](https://beingajay.com/why-12-angry-men-is-a-must-watch-for-entrepreneurs/) - The academy award winning movie is not only one of the finest works of cinematographic art, it is also a master-class in negotiation and strategizing for budding entrepreneurs. Watching 12 angry men is like taking a journey back in time: the brilliant writing, the remarkable direction and the amazing performances could beat hands down any movie released these days.
- [Lessons from Movie: The Pursuit of Happyness](https://beingajay.com/lessons-from-movie-the-pursuit-of-happyness/) - The biggest lesson to take away from the inspirational movie The Pursuit of Happyness can be summarised in one word: Grit! Having a dream is not enough, you need the courage and resolve to pursue it. Chris Gardner was a homeless single father living in shelters and lining up for food, he was a mediocre salesman who had
- [Lessons from Troy](https://beingajay.com/lessons-from-troy/) - Mighty gods, feisty goddesses, greedy kings, brave warriors, centaurs and cyclopes...stories from the Greek mythology have never failed to enthral us. And, in 2004, when they all appeared on the screen right before our eyes, we couldn’t ask for anything better. Troy was one hell of a movie that talked about greed, honour, valour and love,
- [Leadership lessons from Invictus](https://beingajay.com/leadership-lessons-from-invictus/) - Movies take us to a different world. Some of them touch us, some of them inspire us. A few leave us with valuable lessons that help our journey forward. In this series we look at a few movies that have left us awe-inspired while imparting valuable lessons for life. In the movie Invictus, which depicts
- [Near Future Changes in the Landscape of IT Jobs](https://beingajay.com/near-future-changes-in-the-landscape-of-it-jobs/) - The unprecedented challenge posed by the Covid19 pandemic has affected all sectors of the economy, and in particular the ICT industry which had to respond and adapt at a pace never experienced before. And while the situation seems to be managed for the moment, the future remains uncertain, and ongoing adjustments are going to be
- [Are cryptocurrencies a good investment option right now?](https://beingajay.com/are-cryptocurrencies-a-good-investment-option-right-now/) - In March, as the world economies started to shut down and stockholders fled the markets due to the coronavirus outbreak, crypto currencies were becoming again a buzzword among investors. Before jumping into the fray, you might need to know a few things. Historically, gold is the preferred option to diversify risk and hedge against stock volatility. But then in June, JPMorgan
- [Chain reaction: The endless possibilities blockchain offers](https://beingajay.com/chain-reaction-the-endless-possibilities-blockchain-offers/) - Blockchain has been one of the biggest buzzwords in the technology world over the past years. Even a decade after its invention, there is still a lot of noise around it. So, what is Blockchain? In the simplest terms: it is a distributed digital ledger. Imagine each of your transactions being recorded in a book.
- [Get those Clauses right - Legal compliance and Commercial Contracts Post Covid](https://beingajay.com/get-those-clauses-right-legal-compliance-and-commercial-contracts-post-covid/) - Contracts executed by Organizations with Customers in the past years have been based on customer requirements. The terms agreed with customers are invariably not in line with what is offered by Vendors. However, Organizations absorb most risks with the primary objective of winning significant business. From a Salesperson viewpoint and defense, these contracts are merely meant
- [Role of Senior Management in the current Covid Scenario](https://beingajay.com/role-of-senior-management-in-the-current-covid-scenario/) - The fundamentals and motivations of a business enterprise have been greatly affected after the outbreak of Covid 19. The basics and ideologies of business which were considered true prior to Covid 19 are no longer true in the post Covid 19 scenario. Senior Management professional therefore have to strategize on evolving a plan to run the business without
- [A Conversation on Success, Leadership and more with India’s Metro-Man, E Sreedharan](https://beingajay.com/a-conversation-on-success-leadership-and-more-with-india’s-metro-man-e-sreedharan/) - When you get to talk to a visionary and technocrat like E Sreedharan, you will never run out of things to ask. Mr. Sreedharan, a Padma Vibhushan awardee, ushered in revolutions in India’s public transport by building the Konkan railway, which was thought of as the closest thing to impossible, and completing the work of
- [E-Commerce and the Pandemic – Why is this the right time to take your business online](https://beingajay.com/e-commerce-and-the-pandemic-–-why-is-this-the-right-time-to-take-your-business-online/) - As countries across the globe enforced lockdowns, social distancing and other measures in response to the COVID-19 pandemic; consumers, confined at home, boosted their consumption of social media, video calling, streaming services and online shopping. According to a WTO report titled “E-Commerce, Trade and the COVID-19 Pandemic”, B2B and B2C online sales of physical goods
- [Reimagining the image of CxOs in the new world order](https://beingajay.com/reimagining-the-image-of-cxos-in-the-new-world-order/) - There is no doubt that we are currently witnessing the unfolding of a new world order. This time it is not a unicorn start-up or a technological revolution that has catalyzed this disruption, but a virulent Virus. This non-living being has forced us to re-imagine our lives and work ecosystems. Covid-19 and its aftermath will
- [Ten life-changing books to read in a lifetime](https://beingajay.com/ten-life-changing-books-to-read-in-a-lifetime/) - It’s often said that there is no good book or bad book, but only books. Some shape your thinking, some alter your attitudes, some speak to your souls. But the world of books is as vast as an ocean and you are often left confused where to start. While the list of must-read books can
- [The story of two cheese sellers](https://beingajay.com/the-story-of-two-cheese-sellers/) - As my friend and I were enjoying a fine evening at his home sipping a coffee, his 10-year-old walked in. In that adorable sing-song voice of hers, she asked Uncle, would you like to hear a funny story? Ajay: Of course dear. We all could use more laughs in our lives. Girl: A big supermarket
- [Key takeaways from the book - Our Iceberg Is Melting](https://beingajay.com/key-takeaways-from-the-book-our-iceberg-is-melting/) - Key takeaways from the book - Our Iceberg Is Melting byDr.John Kotter and Holger Rathgeber Greek philosopher Heraclitus once said that change is the only constant in life. But how do we sustain and perform well in this ever changing world? This book gives you the answer. Written by Dr. John Kotter and Holger Rathgeber,
- [Chennai floods: A disaster of manmade proportions](https://beingajay.com/chennai-floods-a-disaster-of-manmade-proportions/) - Ajay: Hi Paul, what are you reading? Paul: The news from Chennai is terrible! Water everywhere but not a drop to drink! How does this happen so often, I don’t understand! Ajay: Yes, it’s very distressing so many people affected. Some time back it was Uttarakhand and Kerala, now it is Tamil Nadu. We are
- [Olympics and business lessons](https://beingajay.com/olympics-and-business-lessons/) - Colleague: Did you watch Mirabai Chanu’s amazing performance? A Silver medal for India on thefirst day of the Olympics! Ajay: Of course! What a proud moment for a billion people! I have not missed a singleOlympics ever since we got a cable connection at home!Coll: Really? Ajay: Of course! It’s a potpourri of cultures, isn’t
- [Think Big, Dream Bigger!](https://beingajay.com/think-big-dream-bigger/) - Chris Khouri : Tell me this Ajay, which entrepreneur do you find the most inspiring? Ajay: It’s impossible to say just one name. There are many, from Bill Gates to Jeff Bezos to Elon Musk to... Chris Khouri : Haha! Interesting that all your inspirational figures are right now busy giving each other a tough
- [Silence isn't always golden](https://beingajay.com/silence-isnt-always-golden/) - Ajay: “I closed my mouth and spoke to you in a hundred silent ways!” If I get a chance to reincarnate, I want to be reborn as a human, only to soak myself once again in the beauty & profoundness of mystical lines penned by great poets like Rumi. Maz: They say his poems transcend geographies.
- [Key takeaways from the book - The Artist’s way](https://beingajay.com/key-takeaways-from-the-book-the-artist’s-way/) - Key takeaways from the book - The Artist’s way by Julia Cameron Another gem from the self help genre, this book is written by Julia Cameron and published in 1992. It was the not-so-great reviews that Cameron got for her debut direction “God’s Will” (1989) that prompted her to think about how artistic people should
- [Dr. Ajayya Kumar gets candid, talks about his incredible journey](https://beingajay.com/ajayya-kumar-gets-candid-talks-about-his-incredible-journey/) - Hailing from Thrissur, Kerala, Dr. Ajayya Kumar is a management thinker, mentor, business advisor, art enthusiast and an author who has qualified in CMA from ICMA, the USA, and a Master Financial Professional from the American Academy of Financial Management along with having a doctorate degree in Organizational Behavior. With so much talent and capabilities
- [OTT: a win-win for All](https://beingajay.com/ott-a-win-win-for-all/) - An article on Future of performing art in times of OTT published in Daily Pioneer. Read the published article here
- [Enhance value for your clients](https://beingajay.com/enhance-value-for-your-clients/) - Ajay: What a pretty garden you have got! Relative: All thanks to this plant seller I recently came across on the internet. Buying from him was one of the best purchasing decisions I ever made. Not only did he send me healthy plants packed carefully, once they reached here, he also gave me tips on
- [Leadership lessons from the movie: Scent of a Woman](https://beingajay.com/leadership-lessons-from-the-movie-scent-of-a-woman/) - Authors - Dr. Ajayya Kumar, Mohamad Abou-Zaki & Ghassan Khoury If you have watched the Al Pacino starrer ‘Scent of a Woman’ you would remember what a terrific force he was. It is movie that non only continues to stir conversations and discussions among film lovers, but one that also says a lot about what makes a great leader. The
- [A golden lesson in business](https://beingajay.com/a-golden-lesson-in-business/) - Sachin: I'm on cloud nine! Ajay: Which Indian has not been since Saturday! Neeraj Chopra's javelin landed in ourhearts. Sachin: A 100-year long wait for a medal in athletics! It paid off not in bronze, not in silver, but in gold! Can you believe it? Ajay: As a matter of fact, I can. A right
- [Lessons from the movie: A Beautiful Mind](https://beingajay.com/lessons-from-the-movie-a-beautiful-mind/) - Despite battling with severe mental illness and paranoid schizophrenia, John Forbes Nash Jr. won the Nobel Prize in economics in 1994. Yet it is only in 2001 that the world really came to know his life story when his biopic A Beautiful Mind, hit the screens and left viewers dumbstruck. The movie, directed by Ron Howard with the brilliant acting
- [Lessons from the movie: Rashomon](https://beingajay.com/lessons-from-the-movie-rashomon/) - Authors - Dr. Ajayya Kumar, Mohamad Abou-Zaki & Ghassan Khoury The Japanese movie Rashomon, released 70 years ago, gives profound lessons about human nature and life, as well as a timeless perspective on entrepreneurship. The word ‘classic’ doesn’t even begin to describe Rashomon. The 1951 movie introduced Japanese cinema to the entire world and received an
- [Profitable In India](https://beingajay.com/profitable-in-india/) - If streaming services are looking at making profits in India, they should adapt to regional realities, start thinking creatively and take a leaf out of what has worked globally, writes Dr. Ajayya KumarThe Covid-19 induced lockdown might have given a shot in the arm for streaming services, but making substantial profits in the Indian market still
- [You belong here](https://beingajay.com/you-belong-here/) - Aparna: Funny are the ways of the world!Ajay: True, but what’s new here?Aparna: The lady I just met at the park calls herself a ‘pet parent’ & got irked when I called her a ‘pet owner’.Ajay: Well, you just witnessed a great lesson in management & ownership.Aparna: How so, Dad?Ajay: See, a pet owner just
- [Back to school lessons](https://beingajay.com/back-to-school-lessons/) - Earlier this week, during my regular video call with family members in Kerala, I noticed that my usually-chirpy niece seemed all sullen. "Your niece here has gotten too comfortable with online classes and is sulking about having to go back to school starting November 1," said my sister laughing. "Aaha, let me talk to her,"
- [IT Managed Service Providers – The key facilitators of the ‘new normal’ for Businesses](https://beingajay.com/it-managed-service-providers-–-the-key-facilitators-of-the-‘new-normal’-for-businesses/) - To date many medium to large companies have looked at Business Continuity and Resilience as a ‘nice-to-have’ process over the other ‘must-haves’. Enter Covid-19 and every business is looking at measures to seamlessly serve their customers ensuring minimum downtime with no breach of Service Level Agreements (SLAs). With 70% of the workforce in many of
- [Innovation Goes Social](https://beingajay.com/innovation-goes-social/) - For many millennials, it’s rarely business as usual. A crucial question they pose to themselves, their peers, as well as employers, is: how do you or I contribute to our community and environment? These days, often, when an interviewer asks a young candidate if there is something he or she wishes to ask, the question
- [Key takeaways from the book - Leadership and self-deception by Arbinger Institute](https://beingajay.com/key-takeaways-from-the-book-leadership-and-self-deception-by-arbinger-institute/) - You have seen them - the ones who consider they are superior to everyone else. In fact in today’s world they are aplenty. But did you know the attitude is a form of self deception? Leadership and self-deception by The Arbinger Institute explains how this impacts lives - personal as well as professional-, hampers work
- [Gen Z. Your new Brand Ambassadors](https://beingajay.com/gen-z-your-new-brand-ambassadors/) - Khaled: These new kids are bizarre! Ajay: What happened? Khaled: A few of us were having a water cooler chat. The new trainee walked by and asked us to spill the tea. Why would we! Ajay: Haha! He wasn’t asking you to spill tea literally. In Gen Z slang, it means to share the gossip.
- [Key takeaways from the book - Straight From the Gut](https://beingajay.com/key-takeaways-from-the-book-straight-from-the-gut/) - Key takeaways from the book - Straight From the Gut by Jack Welch with John A Byrne One of its reviews describes this book as ‘the shortest MBA dose.’ It’s no joke. When the ex-CEO of a corporate giant tells you that building self-confidence in others is a huge part of leadership and it comes
- [Leadership Lessons from Mythology](https://beingajay.com/leadership-lessons-from-mythology/) - Ajay: Hey! Didn’t see you around the last few days Friend: Yeah, I was a bit short staffed as many of my Malayali employees were away celebrating Onam. By the way, I remember you telling me the story of King Mahabali who visits his people once every year. Ajay: Haha...yes! And we welcome him back
- [Lessons for an entrepreneur from the Movie : Ben-Hur(1959)](https://beingajay.com/lessons-for-an-entrepreneur-from-the-movie-ben-hur1959/) - Authors - Dr. Ajayya Kumar, Mohamad Abou-Zaki & Ghassan Khoury Some stories are immortal. They span beyond geographies, languages and time. They are enthralling works of sheer brilliance which, beyond the cinematic experience they give us, hold valuable insights for every viewer. No matter where the viewer comes from or what his or her background is,
- [Knot Your Business](https://beingajay.com/knot-your-business/) - Maz and I were relishing a coffee when a colleague walked in laughing his heart out. We were curious and asked him to share the joke. What ensued was an interesting conversation. Colleague: Ha ha! did you see this meme about Bill and Melinda Gates divorce? It’s hilarious. Ajay: No offence, but I think it’s
- [A Conversation with Sultan Al Jokar](https://beingajay.com/a-conversation-with-sultan-al-jokar-2/) - Dubai is one of the world's largest commercial hubs and transit points and hence being at the helm of affairs at Dubai Customs is at once challenging and fulfilling. Sultan Al Jokar, the advisor to the Director-General of Dubai Customs, is often called "The Father of Customs". He started off his career when he was just 18
- [A Conversation on Success, Leadership and more with India’s Metro-Man, E Sreedharan](https://beingajay.com/a-conversation-on-success-leadership-and-more-with-indias-metro-man-e-sreedharan/) - When you get to talk to a visionary and technocrat like E Sreedharan, you will never run out of things to ask. Mr. Sreedharan, a Padma Vibhushan awardee, ushered in revolutions in India’s public transport by building the Konkan railway, which was thought of as the closest thing to impossible, and completing the work of
- [How OTT Platforms can be Profitable in India](https://beingajay.com/how-ott-platforms-can-be-profitable-in-india/) - If streaming services are looking at making profits in India, they should adapt to regional realities, start thinking creatively and take a leaf out of what has worked globally, writes Dr. Ajayya Kumar The Covid-19 induced lockdown might have given a shot in the arm for streaming services, but making substantial profits in the Indian market
- [Data vs. Intuition](https://beingajay.com/data-vs-intuition/) - Ajay: How did the parent-teacher session go yesterday? Shadi: My son has made me proud again. Teachers have only good things to say about him. But there was something really interesting this time. Ajay: What was that? Shadi: During the orientation session, a teacher came up with a fantastic presentation on the parent’s role in
- [Key takeaways from the book - Surrounded by idiots](https://beingajay.com/key-takeaways-from-the-book-surrounded-by-idiots/) - While communication isn’t the strong suit of many of us, it is extremely crucial for success. That is why it’s important to have this bestseller from Sweden in your collection which offers a novel understanding about the people around you - from your family to friends to coworkers - and thus helps you to change
- [Time Is Ticking](https://beingajay.com/time-is-ticking/) - Krishnan: Hey Ajay, I have been seeing this '#DecommissionMullaperiyarDam' trending for the last few days on social media. I looked it up today and then only realized it was a controversy around a dam in your native place. Ajay: Yes, Mullaperiyar dam is the first ever dam in Kerala. Krishnan: Wow! The oldest is it?
- [Key takeaways from the book - Built to Last](https://beingajay.com/key-takeaways-from-the-book-built-to-last/) - Key takeaways from the book - Built to Last When published in 1994 this book took the management world by storm. No prizes for guessing the author - it’s again Jim Collins along with Jerry I Porras. The book introduced some of the most popular concepts in the business world today, like the ‘Big Hairy
- [Apple and Facebook Face-off](https://beingajay.com/apple-and-facebook-face-off/) - Fady: King Kong vs. Godzilla in real life! Two big tech behemoths at each others’ necks! Ajay: Facebook wants user data and Apple says not anymore without the user’s permission - isn’t that what you are referring to? Fady: Yes. I think it’s only fair to ask customers for permission to share their data while
- [Lessons for an entrepreneur from the Movie : The Firm](https://beingajay.com/lessons-for-an-entrepreneur-from-the-movie-the-firm/) - Authors - Dr. Ajayya Kumar, Mohamad Abou-Zaki & Ghassan Khoury Do you run a firm? Then The Firm is a must-watch The Tom Cruise-starrer is an action-packed thriller that will not only leave you biting your nails, it is also one that holds important lessons for budding entrepreneurs The 1993 movie The Firm is the story of a young ambitious
- [Preparing your Business for the changing nature of work in the 21st century](https://beingajay.com/preparing-your-business-for-the-changing-nature-of-work-in-the-21st-century/) - Authors - Dr. Ajayya Kumar, COO, Emircom and Mohamad Abou-Zaki, CEO, Emircom Our lives and our businesses have been transforming rapidly, sometimes overwhelmingly much – and fast. As we stand amidst this chaos, how can we create some order and what should we expect about the future of work? In 500 BC, the Greek philosopher Heraclitus said
- [Key takeaways from the book - The Leader who had no Title by Robin Sharma](https://beingajay.com/key-takeaways-from-the-book-the-leader-who-had-no-title-by-robin-sharma/) - From the author of the bestselling work ‘The Monk whosold his ferrari’ comes this book, yet another gem. The message of the book, written in a business fable form, is simple- anybody can be a leader. Not yet time to raise your eyebrows. It doesn’t always mean that you have to climb up those company
- [Key takeaways from the book - Great by Choice](https://beingajay.com/key-takeaways-from-the-book-great-by-choice/) - Key takeaways from the book - Great by Choice by Jim Collins Ten years after publishing Good to Great, Jim Collins, along with Morten T Hansen, came out with Great by Choice. The book distils nine years of research to answer what helps companies thrive even in the most uncertain and chaotic of times. And
- [Mentor them young - Why entrepreneurship should be taught in schools](https://beingajay.com/mentor-them-young-why-entrepreneurship-should-be-taught-in-schools/) - Authors - Dr. Ajayya Kumar, COO, Emircom and Mohamad Abou-Zaki, CEO, Emircom Entrepreneurship is much more than about doing business and making money. It is also about shaping a new world, a better one. And that’s why it’s important to make it a part of the curriculum in schools. Mikaila Ulmer’s story is a sweet one, literally,
- [Key takeaways from the book - Good to great](https://beingajay.com/key-takeaways-from-the-book-good-to-great/) - Key takeaways from the book - Good to great by Jim Collins “Good is the enemy of great,” declares Jim Collins in his international bestseller Good to Great. Not sure if you agree? Then read on. “That is one of the key reasons why we have so little that becomes great. We don't have great
- [What's your Meme worth!](https://beingajay.com/whats-your-meme-worth/) - Colleague : The world has gone NUTS! Masterpieces were auctioned for millions once. Now, memes are being sold for a fortune! So a meme creator is now equivalent to Picasso? That 4-year-old in the ‘disaster girl’ meme now sits on $5,00,000! Ajay: Well! Her name is Zoë Roth. She is 21 now. And she isn’t
- [Blessed are those that have a great rival!](https://beingajay.com/blessed-are-those-that-have-a-great-rival/) - Ajay: Hey, congrats! Friend: Phew! What a win! This is history. Now, Lionel Messi can heave a great sigh of relief, along with millions of fans of Argentinian football! Ajay: He certainly can. Argentina lifting the Copa America 2021 trophy this weekend, literally ends what many people called a ‘trophy drought’ for the ace footballer. Friend: Yes, persistence pays.
- [Lesson's from the Minister's lamp](https://beingajay.com/lessons-from-the-ministers-lamp/) - Intern 1: I'm craving for a pizza!Intern 2: Ooohh pizza! Let's call this place from where we ordered last time.Intern 1: I already did, but they are accepting only cash now and I don't carry cash around with me these days.Intern 2: Me neither. Oh wait, I have a few bucks remaining from the fund
- [A Conversation with Sultan Al Jokar](https://beingajay.com/a-conversation-with-sultan-al-jokar/) - A Conversation with Sultan Al Jokar Dubai is one of the world's largest commercial hubs and transit points and hence being at the helm of affairs at Dubai Customs is at once challenging and fulfilling. Sultan Al Jokar, the advisor to the Director-General of Dubai Customs, is often called "The Father of Customs". He started off
- [Key takeaways from the book - The seven spiritual laws of success](https://beingajay.com/key-takeaways-from-the-book-the-seven-spiritual-laws-of-success/) - Key takeaways from the book - The seven spiritual laws of success Written by Deepak Chopra, the book is a brilliant amalgamation of spiritual notions of the East and the economic ambitions of the West. A NewYorkTimes bestseller, it brings the best of both worlds to create the best possible middle path to success. Too
- [Breakout Nations: 2012 vs. 2021, Where do they stand? A status check](https://beingajay.com/breakout-nations-2012-vs-2021-where-do-they-stand-a-status-check/) - Authors - Dr. Ajayya Kumar, Mohamad Abou-Zaki and Chris Khouri When Ruchir Sharma first published his book Breakout Nations: In Pursuit of the next Economic Miracles in 2012, it took the investment world by storm. Where do his predictions stand a decade later? Here’s a status check. “Where else will the money go?” This seemingly innocuous question from the son
- [A recent article published on Thrive Global](https://beingajay.com/a-recent-article-published-on-thrive-global/) - Thrive Global is the biggest HR Platform in India and outside. Started by Arrina Huffington, Founder of Huffington Post Read More
- [The Great Resignation](https://beingajay.com/the-great-resignation/) - Kader: Why is everybody suddenly resigning! People around me are quitting their jobs left, right and center! Friends, colleagues, juniors, seniors it's a mass exodus! Ajay: Ah yes. You are referring to the 'Great Resignation'. Kader: I don't understand. At the beginning of the pandemic there were mass layoffs, and whoever escaped the cull felt
- [Why more companies need to do business with mental health](https://beingajay.com/why-more-companies-need-to-do-business-with-mental-health/) - The importance of mental health was growing, albeit gradually. However, during the Covid-19 pandemic and the Covid continuing period, individuals have come under extreme pressure from many angles. On the one hand, many of us faced rampant spread of sickness, high rate of fatalities, post-Covid complications in recovering patients, and on the other hand, there
- [The man who pursued the elephant](https://beingajay.com/the-man-who-pursued-the-elephant/) - Ajay: Hey! Good news! I heard the celebrity you had been pursuing to endorse your brand is in town next week for a show. This might be your best chance to meet him in person and ink a deal. Priya: Thanks Ajay. But I gave up on that plan. Ajay: But why! I think he
- [See Opportunity In Everything](https://beingajay.com/see-opportunity-in-everything/) - Ajay: Hey, how's the business going?Murtuza : What to say Ajay, I had so many hopes and dreams when I started up early last year. But then the pandemic struck and now the business is struggling to stay afloat. I'm thinking of shutting it down and taking up a job. Would you have some role
- [On Risk Appetite and Future Proofing Business](https://beingajay.com/on-risk-appetite-and-future-proofing-business/) - Ajay: Hello my restaurateur friend! Yesterday I got a chance to taste your food and it was absolutely delicious! Friend: So glad to hear that! Ajay: I’m sure it would be impossible to find someone with a different opinion. So what’s your next plan? Friend: The menu is a hit. So I was thinking I’ll
- [The Art Of Managing Emotions](https://beingajay.com/the-art-of-managing-emotions/) - Ajay: How’s everything at your startup? Friend: Can’t complain I guess. Ajay: Not exactly what I expected from a young budding entrepreneur. Friend: Well, the problem I’m facing, it’s a little difficult to explain and probably more difficult to understand. Ajay: Try me. Friend: You know that when I started this company I didn’t want it
- [Artificial Intelligence How AI will impact the future of work, and life](https://beingajay.com/artificial-intelligence-how-ai-will-impact-the-future-of-work-and-life/) - Friend: Hey, Ajay! I wanted to ask you something Ajay: Sure! Go on. Friend: Do you think robots would take over one day? Ajay: You mean the rise of the robots and enslavement of humans? I would say an interesting plot for a story.Friend: So you think it's not going to happen? Ajay: Not the
- [Building YOU on social media](https://beingajay.com/building-you-on-social-media/) - Friend: Social media is a scam! Ajay: Where's that coming from? Friend: I have been trying to build my personal brand. But my posts don't get reach or recognition and I barely have any followers. How did you do it, Ajay? Ajay: Definitely not overnight. Tell me what your process has been. Friend: I have
- [Never Ignore the Normal world](https://beingajay.com/never-ignore-the-normal-world/) - Friend: Not really. Ajay: Would you like to share? Friend: I had to login to a video conference last day from my home. It was an important meeting, but there I was struggling with unmuting myself and turning my video on. I felt like a laughing stock, an old man so out of place. Ajay: I
- [Building a Great Workplace part 2](https://beingajay.com/building-a-great-workplace-part-2/) - Friend: Hey, Ajay! I owe you big time! Ajay: You look jubilant! Friend: That tip you gave me really worked. I started looking out for bullies at my company, took some measures to check it and the churn rates have significantly come down. Ajay: I’m glad I could help. Friend: You also mentioned how people
- [ON COMPASSIONATE LEADERSHIP Why Sensitive Leadership Matters](https://beingajay.com/on-compassionate-leadership-why-sensitive-leadership-matters/) - Ajay: Hey! Sorry that I’m late. Ajit: No problem. I got your text. All okay at the office? Ajay: One of my colleagues has been going through some issues in personal life and had a meltdown today at the office. So some of us stayed back to help him through it. Ajit: Oh what a
- [DREAMING BIG AND BEYOND](https://beingajay.com/dreaming-big-and-beyond/) - Ajay: Your dad mentioned you were planning to apply to this prestigious college. How’s the exam preparations coming along? Cousin: I’m actually thinking of dropping it. I doubt if I would crack it. Ajay: I’m sure you are going to crack it. You are a brilliant girl! Cousin: But what if I’m not as good
- [Learning from the Lankan Crisis](https://beingajay.com/learning-from-the-lankan-crisis/) - Nishant: Hi Ajay! You seem to be intently focusing on something on your phone. Ajay: Was just checking some news updates. Nishant: What have you been following lately? Ajay: Many things. The Russia-Ukraine war, Elon Musk’s interest in Twitter but I have been particularly watching the Sri Lanka economic crisis recently. Nishant: I too had
- [Building a Great Workplace](https://beingajay.com/building-a-great-workplace/) - Friend: Ajay, I need your advice. Ajay: Sure. Friend: The churn rate at my company has spiked recently and I can’t identify where the problem lies. We offer great salaries, great perks, and provide all kinds of amenities at the office. Yet, something seems to be wrong. Ajay: What about the workplace culture? Have you
- [WHY INTENT MATTERS](https://beingajay.com/why-intent-matters/) - Friend: This business person I know does quite a few philanthropic activities, but also makes sure he turns it into a big spectacle. I don’t know what to make out of it. What do you think, Ajay? Ajay: Doing philanthropic activities is a great thing and, in my personal opinion, is also a responsibility of
- [AGE DIVERSITY AT WORKPLACE](https://beingajay.com/age-diversity-at-workplace/) - Ajay: Hey little champ! How’s things going? Cousin: I can’t wait to finish school. Ajay: You don’t like school? Cousin: School is awesome. But I have great plans lined up for after that. Ajay: That’s amazing! Mind letting me in on your plans? Cousin: After working in a dayjob for the first 2-3 years, I
- [The Power of an Idea](https://beingajay.com/the-power-of-an-idea/) - Ajay: Hey! Saw you shooting some video at the park yesterday. Thanvir : Yeah, for my new Reels. Ajay: Reels? I thought you were a TikTok star! Thanvir: Not since it’s banned in India. Ajay: Oh! Thanvir: The ban episode really scared me though. I had my whole influencer career planned around TikTok and one
- [SHOULD A CAREER BREAK CAUSE YOU YOUR NEXT JOB?](https://beingajay.com/should-a-career-break-cause-you-your-next-job/) - Ajay: How is the hiring for the new role going? Fouzi: It’s taking some time. There was this person with impressive skills and the kind of professional experience we were looking for. But I had to rule her out after spotting a career break in her resume. Ajay: Why would a career break be a
- [Leaders should think like a follower too](https://beingajay.com/leaders-should-think-like-a-follower-too/) - Ajay: That’s a pretty big poster of the superstar on your desk. Are you a fan? Rajith: Oh, I’m his biggest fan! But lately his movies have been bombing at the box office. Even a hardcore fan like me couldn’t digest his latest one. Ajay: That’s sad. Rajith: I just don’t get it. Are we
- [WHY SOCIAL MEDIA DISCRETION IS IMPORTANT](https://beingajay.com/why-social-media-discretion-is-important/) - Ajay: Hey! You okay? Sounds like some angry typing. Friend: Just doing some venting on social media, Ajay. Ajay: I don’t mean to intrude, but I have been seeing you posting some really angry stuff recently. Friend: Just speaking my mind. Ajay: But do you think it’s a great idea to put it all out
- [Are You Micromanaging your team?](https://beingajay.com/are-you-micromanaging-your-team/) - Rakhi (to daughter): Is that the dress you picked for tomorrow’s function? Not very impressive. Come, I’ll pick one for you. Ajay: Our girls are growing up Rakhi. You should give them a little more autonomy and respect their choices. Rakhi: But I’m their mom and I know what’s best for them. Ajay: You are
- [WAR IS NEVER THE SOLUTION](https://beingajay.com/war-is-never-the-solution/) - Sachin: Another war! The visuals from Ukraine are really disturbing! Ajay: Indeed they are. War is the last thing a pandemic ravaged world wants now. Sachin: I’m so scared, to be frank. Ajay: Scared of the economic impacts? Yes, petrol prices are likely to go through the roof now. Gold will also rise, currencies will
- [What Legacy Are You Leaving Behind? lata Mangeshkar 1929-2022](https://beingajay.com/what-legacy-are-you-leaving-behind-lata-mangeshkar-1929-2022/) - Varun: Ajay, 2022 has only started and we’re witnessing the demise of too many great people. I still can’t come to terms with the demise of Lataji!Ajay: Yes, Varun. I understand your grief. All those who love Lata Mangeshkar and her blessed voice would be feeling that way now. But, Varun, this is a reminder
- [WHAT TO DO WHEN LIFE THROWS A CURVEBALL](https://beingajay.com/what-to-do-when-life-throws-a-curveball/) - Ajay: Hi! I heard the news and thought I’ll check on you. How are you?Friend: Hit by quite a curveball. I fear losses of this kind could be the end of the business I have built painstakingly over the years.Ajay: C’mon! You are a spirited entrepreneur.Friend: I don’t know Ajay. This pain makes me so
- [Creativity Spurred by Boredom](https://beingajay.com/creativity-spurred-by-boredom/) - Ajay: Hey! You are back! How did the vacation go? Mark: Not great. There were too many Covid cases and I didn’t feel it was safe to travel anywhere. So I was just stuck at home, all bored. Ajay: You know, boredom always might not be that bad. Mark: How is that? When we don’t
- [IN THE HONOUR OF THICH NHAT HANH](https://beingajay.com/in-the-honour-of-thich-nhat-hanh/) - Elie: Ajay, the Zen Buddhist monk, Thich Nhat Hanh passed away! Ajay: I heard. He was another treasure trove, just like Birju Maharaj, the one we talked about last week. May his soul rest in peace! Elie: Isn’t he the one who coined the term socially engaged Buddhism? Ajay: Yes, him. He is in fact
- [Remembering Pandit Birju Maharaj](https://beingajay.com/remembering-pandit-birju-maharaj/) - Asif: Ajay, did you hear, Kathak maestro Birju Maharaj passed away! The news has shaken the cinema and performing arts field especially.Ajay: I heard. Prayers to the soul! He will be missed.Asif: Definitely!Ajay: Yes. He has not only taken this art of storytelling to the global audience but also left some valuable insights the future
- [WITH GREAT HEIGHTS COMES GREAT RESPONSIBILITY](https://beingajay.com/with-great-heights-comes-great-responsibility/) - Elias: Hi Ajay! Leaving early?Ajay: Wrapped up quickly. Need to hit the bed early so that I can wake up tomorrow in time for the Australian Open.Elias: Nice! The match has had such a messy opening though this time.Ajay: Yeah, the Djokovic episode has been unfortunate. Celebrities and leaders wield such great influence. Instead of
- [Values We Derive From Relationships](https://beingajay.com/values-we-derive-from-relationships/) - Ajay: How was your college reunion? Mazen: It was great! Meeting many of them after so many years! Was a wonderful feeling. Ajay: Always good to catch up with old friends. So how are they all? Mazen: All are doing great in life except this one person whom we all thought would make it really
- [LESS PREJUDICE, MORE INCLUSION](https://beingajay.com/less-prejudice-more-inclusion/) - Rakhi: Did you hear? The common swimming pool was found all filthy today morning. Looks like a deliberate act by someone. Ajay: Oh, that’s unfortunate. Rakhi: Everybody is saying the culprits must be those college kids who have newly rented a place in the apartment. Ajay: Did someone see them doing it? Any CCTV visuals?
- [NEW YEAR NEW GOALS learn new skill, Invest more money, Be more confident, Write a Book](https://beingajay.com/new-year-new-goals-learn-new-skill-invest-more-money-be-more-confident-write-a-book/) - Ajay: Hello dear! So, what are your new year resolutions? Care to share? Jahnavi: Resolutions? C’mon dad, who cares about those things anymore? They have become so obsolete. Ajay: Since when? Jahnavi: Since always. It’s a useless exercise. Ajay: Well, at the risk of sounding ‘obsolete’, I would say I still consider new year resolutions
- [THE LARGER PICTURE A Lesson on Humility](https://beingajay.com/the-larger-picture-a-lesson-on-humility/) - Huzefa: Hey Ajay, I have been meaning to ask you something. Ajay: Shoot! Huzefa: I have seen this globe in your cabin, and last day I saw you looking at it. It got me so curious. What on earth could you be looking at on a globe when you have all the information about every
- [WORK FROM HOME A Boon Or A Curse?](https://beingajay.com/work-from-home-a-boon-or-a-curse/) - Ajay: Hey, long time no see. Why are you not visiting the club these days? You used to be one of the most active members.Natasha: Hey, Ajay! Earlier I used to drop by the club on the way back home from the office. But after Covid struck, I have been working from home entirely.Ajay: Oh!
- [The Rule of Monthly Surprises](https://beingajay.com/the-rule-of-monthly-surprises/) - Ajay: Hey! Are those dark circles beneath your eyes? Rajeev: Oh that's nothing. My team threw a surprise party yesterday night for crossing the milestone of our first 1000 customers. It was almost early morning by the time the party was over. Ajay: Haha! That's fun. So I guess you like surprises?Rajeev: Who doesn't? Ajay:
- [IS YOUR BRAND WELL PROTECTED?](https://beingajay.com/is-your-brand-well-protected/) - Nasir : Ajay, is that a fruit drink in your hand? Ajay: Yup. Nasir: I'm not sure if you should drink it. I recently read a WhatsApp message which said an employee of this juice company is polluting the drinks. I'm wondering why more people are not calling out this brand after a serious accusation
- [The Greatest Manifestation Of 'Thinking BiG'](https://beingajay.com/the-greatest-manifestation-of-thinking-big/) - Dinesh: So Ajay, my Dubai visit is almost coming to an end. It's been quite an amazing experience. Met some great people, visited amazing places...hope I haven't missed anything.Ajay: Did you visit the Dubai expo?Dinesh: Naah what's the big deal about an expo? We have all kinds of expos all the time back there in
- [The leader who flaws](https://beingajay.com/the-leader-who-flaws/) - Ajay: What’s happening at school these days, dear? Jahnavi: A new teacher has joined, Papa. Yesterday, while she was teaching us, one of my classmates asked her a question to which she didn’t know the answer. She said she will refer and get back to us. The whole class is now talking behind her back.
- [Philosophy and Entrepreneurship](https://beingajay.com/philosophy-and-entrepreneurship/) - A friend walked in as I was enjoying a book recently. An interesting conversation followed that went on like this... Bilal: So it’s true that you are a voracious reader. Ajay: I just like to think of myself as a ‘forever student’. And who can be better teachers than books! Bilal: Great! So, what are
- [See Opportunity In Everything](https://beingajay.com/see-opportunity-in-everything-2/) - Ajay: Hey, how's the business going?Murtuza : What to say Ajay, I had so many hopes and dreams when I started up early last year. But then the pandemic struck and now the business is struggling to stay afloat. I'm thinking of shutting it down and taking up a job. Would you have some role
- [The Great Resignation Dreams Before Money](https://beingajay.com/the-great-resignation-dreams-before-money/) - Kader: Why is everybody suddenly resigning! People around me are quitting their jobs left, right and center! Friends, colleagues, juniors, seniors it's a mass exodus!Ajay: Ah yes. You are referring to the 'Great Resignation'.Kader: I don't understand. At the beginning of the pandemic there were mass layoffs, and whoever escaped the cull felt lucky to
- [Small Wins are Beautiful Too!](https://beingajay.com/small-wins-are-beautiful-too/) - Ajay: Hello! Was that your son earlier inside your cabin? Friend: Yeah, he has joined a media organisation. Today his first news story is out and he came to tell me that. Ajay: That’s wonderful! You must be very proud. Friend: It is no big deal. He is just a cub reporter as of now.
- [How to be a Blue Ocean Swimmer](https://beingajay.com/how-to-be-a-blue-ocean-swimmer/) - Ajay: Hey! How's life after resigning from your job? Friend: I didn't resign. Ajay: But last time we spoke you mentioned you were planning to quit and be an entrepreneur. Friend: Yeah, I had an idea in my mind then. But later I found out that there were more than enough companies in that space
- [The Power of Communicating Your Vision](https://beingajay.com/the-power-of-communicating-your-vision/) - Friend: Ajay, I’m leaving a little early today. Ajay: All okay? Friend: Not in the best of my spirits. Frequent fights with my teenager. Ajay: Want to talk? Friend: What to say I was raised as an entitled male. But I’m no longer one. And I’m trying to be different from my parents so that
- [Dr. Ajayya Kumar's Vision For Children creates buzz at the Cannes Lions Festival, France](https://beingajay.com/ajayya-kumars-vision-for-children-creates-buzz-at-the-cannes-lions-festival-france/) - Dr. Ajayya Kumar, along with winning the Guinness World Record’s Lifology campaign for children who are the victim of domestic abuse won laurels at the prestigious Cannes Lions. The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in France is the most respected global space for celebrating creative communications. Since its inception in 1954, it is considered
- [Dr. Ajayya Kumar's  ‘The Rescue Code’ For Children earn critical acclaim at the Cannes Lions](https://beingajay.com/ajayya-kumars-‘the-rescue-code’-for-children-earn-critical-acclaim-at-the-cannes-lions/) - Dr. Ajayya Kumar along with the Guinness World Record Winning Lifology’s campaign for children who are the victim of domestic abuse won laurels at the prestigious Cannes Lions. The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity happening in Francis is the most respected global space for celebrating creative communications. From it’s very inception in 1954, it
- [Dr. Ajayya Kumar’s ‘The Rescue Code’ for children wins heart at the Cannes Lions, France](https://beingajay.com/ajayya-kumar’s-‘the-rescue-code’-for-children-wins-heart-at-the-cannes-lions-france/) - Dr. Ajayya Kumar along with the Guinness World Record Winning Lifology’s campaign for children who are the victim of domestic abuse won laurels at the prestigious Cannes Lions, France. The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity happening in Francis is the most respected global space for celebrating creative communications. From it’s very inception in 1954,
- [Creative campaign, ‘Rescue code’ wins global accolades for fight against domestic child abuse](https://beingajay.com/creative-campaign-‘rescue-code’-wins-global-accolades-for-fight-against-domestic-child-abuse/) - Kochi: In a major achievement and a thrust towards the campaign against domestic child abuse in the country, ‘Rescue Code’, a creative campaign that was popularized in India has won laurels at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in France - thanks to its brainchild Dr. Ajayya Kumar, the Indian management thinker and art curator along with ‘Sarvamangala’ and ‘Lifology’, the
- [Profile prepared by the prestigious AsiaOne magazine](https://beingajay.com/profile-prepared-by-the-prestigious-asiaone-magazine/) - A storehouse of talent, Ajayya is known to many as a virtuoso because of his extraordinary abilities. The professional journey of this versatile leader began with technology giant ABB as a Management Accountant in 1994. Since then, he has worked with some of the leading names in the GCC region, such as Federal Foods. He
- [Ajayya Introduces The Rescue Code For Children: Prelude To His Upcoming Book For Parents ](https://beingajay.com/ajayya-introduces-the-rescue-code-for-children-prelude-to-his-upcoming-book-for-parents/) - Official government statistics points out the shocking ground reality is that 1 out of 7 children are victims of domestic abuse by their parents and have nowhere to go and seek help. It is for the good hearted parents themselves to address and tackle this problem and create awareness against those who poison the noblest
- [Value for money: The changing dynamics of ethical investing](https://beingajay.com/value-for-money-the-changing-dynamics-of-ethical-investing/) - In June 2020, e-tailer Amazon set up a $2 billion fund for investments in technologies that'll help companies reduce carbon footprint and become net-zero in carbon output. The fund is another step the company has taken after experiencing employee dissatisfaction over its heavy environmental footprint. Amazon also launched a new website, where anyone, including investors,
- [The Together Advantage: Why companies and entrepreneurs need to collaborate today more than ever](https://beingajay.com/the-together-advantage-why-companies-and-entrepreneurs-need-to-collaborate-today-more-than-ever/) - The history of success in business is also the history of collaboration. From the Wright brothers to Ben Cohen and Jerry and the Google founders, entrepreneurs came together to share skills and expertise and built great products and services. Collaborations usually function in two levels -- individual and enterprise. At the individual level, entrepreneurs join
- [Well-being And Wealth In A Post-Pandemic World: A User’s Manual For Businesses](https://beingajay.com/well-being-and-wealth-in-a-post-pandemic-world-a-user’s-manual-for-businesses/) - There are time-tested efforts to enhance the physical and mental well-being of employees and leaders that can help companies tide over the current crisis efficiently. One of the most interesting things about the Covid-19 world is that it made the much-cliched saying ‘health is wealth’ more historically important than ever. As the world battles its
- [Reimagining the nature of work in the 21st century and how to prep your business for it](https://beingajay.com/reimagining-the-nature-of-work-in-the-21st-century-and-how-to-prep-your-business-for-it/) - In 500 BC, the Greek philosopher Heraclitus said that “Change is the only constant.” Millennia later, this statement still resonates and sounds so true. Our lives are going through so much change, that we are often not aware of it anymore and don’t realise how it is impacting us. We have to be extra diligent
- [Dr. Ajayya Kumar's Vision For Children creates buzz at the Cannes Lions Festival, France](https://beingajay.com/ajayya-kumars-vision-for-children-creates-buzz-at-the-cannes-lions-festival-france-2/) - Dr. Ajayya Kumar, along with winning the Guinness World Record’s Lifology campaign for children who are the victim of domestic abuse won laurels at the prestigious Cannes Lions. The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in France is the most respected global space for celebrating creative communications. Since its inception in 1954, it is considered
- [Agniveer scheme will provide employment for youth in forces with limited training period: Dr Kiran Bedi](https://beingajay.com/agniveer-scheme-will-provide-employment-for-youth-in-forces-with-limited-training-period-dr-kiran-bedi/) - Iconic police officer and former Lieutenant governor of Puducherry stated that central government scheme Agniveer will provide limited period training and employment in defence forces. KEY HIGHLIGHTS Dr Biswajit Saha stated that CBSE would support its 27,000 schools, where about 10 percent of the country’s students were studying, without affecting their autonomy.Dr Kiran Bedi said
- [Endosulfan victims facing human rights violation: Daya Bai](https://beingajay.com/endosulfan-victims-facing-human-rights-violation-daya-bai/) - Kerala Sahitya Akademi President K. Sachitanandan presenting Ivory Award to human rights activist Daya Bai in Thrissur on Monday | Photo Credit: NAJEEB KK Click here to read the article in The Hindu The Hindu Bureau Human rights activist Daya Bai receives Ivory Award The Endosulfan victims of Kasaragod district have been facing the cruellest
- [Kiran Bedi, CBSE Director call for new educational approach to minimise crime and prevent dropouts](https://beingajay.com/kiran-bedi-cbse-director-call-for-new-educational-approach-to-minimise-crime-and-prevent-dropouts/) - Former Puducherry Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi and CBSE Director Biswajit Saha, during a book launch, called for a new educational approach to minimize crime and prevent dropouts. Click here to read the article on India Today Former Puducherry Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi and CBSE Director Biswajit Saha on July 26, 2022, made a strong pitch
- [Dr Kiran Bedi and CBSE Director Dr Biswajit Saha release book on 'Mindful Parenting' by Author Dr. Ajayya Kumar](https://beingajay.com/dr-kiran-bedi-and-cbse-director-dr-biswajit-saha-release-book-on-mindful-parenting-by-author-ajayya-kumar/) - Pic - (Aparna, Jahnavi, Dr. Ajayya Kumar, Dr Saha, Dr Kiran Bedi, Minakshi Kushwaha, Dr Meghna, Rahul J Nair, Praveen Parameswar) ANI | New Delhi [India], August 1 (ANI/GPRC): Dr Kiran Bedi and Dr Biswajit Saha released the book of eminent author Dr. Ajayya Kumar on 'Mindful Parenting'.The Iconic Police Officer, FMR Puducherry Lieutenant Governor
- [WCRCINT awards World’s Best & Emerging Leaders at the House of Lords, House of Parliament UK and the VSC, London](https://beingajay.com/wcrcint-awards-worlds-best-emerging-leaders-at-the-house-of-lords-house-of-parliament-uk-and-the-vsc-london/) - Global Brand and Leadership Equity consulting firm WCRCINT awards World’s Best & Emerging Leaders 2022 Today WCRCLEADER's editorial quality on leaders in unparalleled due to its ability to do soul search on the featured leaders” — Abhimanyu Ghosh LONDON, ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM, November 14, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Global Brand and Leadership Equity consulting firm WCRCINT awards World’s
- [Business Gita’ by Dr. Ajayya Kumar: An Innovative Guide for Entrepreneurs](https://beingajay.com/1510-2/) - Rhonita Patnaik Published: Thu 2 Feb 2023, 4:31 PM Entrepreneurs are risk-takers. They wrestle with risky propositions every day in their life. It’s a gamble of sorts. Especially when it comes to decision-making. But the most interesting fact about decision-making, mainly for entrepreneurs, is that no one knows the whys and hows of it. There is
- [Creating a Better Future for Your Kid: Effective Parenting Tips from Dr. Ajayya Kumar](https://beingajay.com/creating-a-better-future-for-your-kid-effective-parenting-tips-from-ajayya-kumar/) - Although raising children is one of the hardest things in the world, there is no official training on how to do it well. The good news is that there are several methods for parents to exercise their children’s brains and turn ordinary experiences into extraordinary learning opportunities. According to official government figures, one in seven
- [Exclusive Art and Culture: Creative Approach of Indian Artist](https://beingajay.com/exclusive-art-and-culture-creative-approach-of-indian-artist/) - Performing arts and handicrafts have long been the foundation of Indian art and culture. However, due to the introduction of various types of entertainment in recent years, performing arts and handicrafts have battered. A lack of funding and infrastructure has hampered growth. The term “creative industry” refers to a wide range of human expressions and
- [Formula-G to Boost Your Startup : Top Tips from Dr. Ajayya Kumar](https://beingajay.com/formula-g-to-boost-your-startup-top-tips-from-ajayya-kumar/) - It takes a lot of structure and a strategy to run a business. It’s crucial to strike a balance between all your main areas since doing so will help you more effectively manage your resources and properly arrange your money. According to Dr. Ajayya Kumar, modern technology is essential since it makes you more organized,
- [Multi-faceted Leader](https://beingajay.com/multi-faceted-leader/) - Dr. Ajayya Kumar is a man of multiple talents and a burning desire to channel his skills into promoting his roots and help people succeed For anyone not living under a rock, the name Dr. Ajayya Kumar rings a bell in the multiverse of management thinkers and authors. He has emerged as a name to
- [Kerala-born management thinker Dr. Ajayya Kumar adjudged ‘Best emerging business leader 2022’ in the House of Lords](https://beingajay.com/kerala-born-management-thinker-ajayya-kumar-adjudged-best-emerging-business-leader-2022-in-the-house-of-lords/) - Dr. Ajayya Kumar, a management thinker and child rights activist has been awarded the ‘Best emerging business leader, 2022' by WCRCINT Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala-born, UAE based Management thinker, author and business advisor Dr. Ajayya Kumar has been adjudged as the ‘WCRCINT and WCRCLEADERS World’s Best Emerging Business Leader 2022’ in the author category. The award, given by WCRCINT, in association with The Malcolm
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