June 12, 2022
Warm book review of "Get It Done" by Ayelet Fishbach. Explore insights into leadership, career, and staying motivated with charming sketches. Ideal for HR and talent growth.

Set goals, stay motivated & what to do IF you achieve the goals

Book Review: Get it Done

Setting goals is a science. You may be doing it wrong

and no it is not about SMART (specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and time bound) hashtag#goals. We all know that.

This is about the hashtag#science of hashtag#motivation.

Do you know which goals hashtag#work better

a) When you say you will DO something

b) When you say you will NOT DO something

What does reframing have to do with hashtag#success?

My hashtag#bookreview of Ayelet Fishbach book Get It Done

January 26, 2022
Cartoon of a surprised man on a bike facing a "Road Closed" sign. A relatable moment reflecting career challenges in leadership and talent management.

Book Review: What The Heck Do I Do With My Life

Book Review: What the Heck Do I Do with My Life

A number of you have asked me to add book reviews in the newsletter. Here is a review of Ravi Venkatesan's new book. Check out the hashtag#sketchnote on the entrepreneur's mindset.

Ravi is the first guest on Season 4 of my weekly LinkedIn Live called Dreamers and Unicorns. Do let me know the questions you have about tech and talent.

April 24, 2021
Illustrated notes explore decision-making in business, from logical failures to the magic of context. Insightful for leaders, authors, and HR talent.

Book Review: Alchemy

In this book Rory Sutherland builds a case for magic and alchemy. In science, everything has one correct answer. Human behavior and choices are guided by context. Pain killers are more effective when they are effective. Savlon launched an antiseptic liquid that did not “burn” like their competitor Dettol. The consumer complained that Savlon was ineffective because there was no burning sensation. Read my review about Alchemy - a book I really enjoyed.

October 12, 2020
Caricature of a serious figure with bold text about a postponed movie. Reflects resilience in work and leadership. Perfect for career-driven HR talent and curious authors.

That Bond Has Changed Forever

The Man With A Golden Gun beat a retreat. In a year that has seen millions of deaths, he decided he will only live twice (in theatres and small screens) in 2021. I will take a bet that James Bond will appear on the small screen for more viewers than the cinema. 2020 is no time to die. 2021 is unlikely to be different. COVID-19 has been the biggest Market Shaper of all times.

September 19, 2020
Colorful Abhijit's Sketchnotes No. 16 visualizes key insights on career growth, leadership, and HR talent strategies from an insightful author.

Talent, mentors & ‘No Rules Rules’

Can you find a virtual mentor even as you are locked up at home? That is what elite universities provide - great teachers and great mentors. Does that justify the premium they are paid? If you are NOT from an elite institute, is there any way you can compete? Yes, and it is something you can do today.