June 28, 2026
A charming illustration of Albert Einstein who received the prize in 1921 at the Nobel Museum.

What No One Told You About The Nobel Prize

Albert Einstein did not get the Nobel Prize for his theory of relativity. The check of $1.2 million for the expires after 12 months. The prize is never given posthumously. Why Gandhi never won the Peace prize. Why Freud did not win ... Full of trivia this piece was first written on October 11-2010. Updated in June 2026
June 26, 2026
A diverse team collaborates in a tech-driven workspace, exploring what's your career survival kit for the artificial intelligence age.

What’s Your Career Survival Kit For The Artificial Intelligence Age

You have certainly heard that, “you will be replaced by someone who uses AI.” It sounds logical. It may be the wrong bet. The most dangerous career advice circulating right now is this: learn AI tools or become irrelevant. You have certainly heard that, “you will be replaced by someone who uses […]
June 16, 2026
Explore the stunning architecture of Zaha Hadid that sparks thoughts on what made her irreplaceable: was it skill, talent, or hunar.

What Makes You Irreplaceable – Skill? Talent? Or HUNAR

There is a word you need to know. It comes from Urdu, Hindi, and Persian. It is spelled h-u-n-a-r. Hunar is pronounced the way it looks. And once you understand what it means, you will never think about your career, your talent, or your own potential in quite the same way again.
February 16, 2026
Black and white portrait of a man in a crowd,split down the middle with the 'Auto Draft' effect. A powerful image evoking depth and resilience.

Scope for Emerging Countries in AI

Emerging economies own unique problem domains where their talent can lead globally. They can build world-class implementation expertise rather than only consuming technology. Rapid talent ecosystem development is achievable at modest GDP investments. It is possible to leapfrog to advanced applications rather than rebuild legacy systems. They have the talent pool to do just that.
January 29, 2026
Explore where digital nomads, expats, and global professionals belong! Passport, currency, curry, family pics, and more make up their unique blend of home and adventure.

Where Do Digital Nomads, Expats, and Global Professionals Belong

When someone asks “where are you from,” do you pause, calculate, wonder which version of yourself to reveal? In a world of digital nomads, hybrid work, and lives split across continents, belonging has become the question we avoid because the answer might be everywhere, nowhere, or something that doesn’t fit […]
January 7, 2026
Cartoon depicts two people in a tug of war, with one labeled 'Work Hard' pulling against a tree, and the other 'Work Smart' pulling against a giant rock with help, avoid the error of not working smart!

Work hard or smart – avoid this error

Workplaces reward visible effort over actual results because our brains use the “effort heuristic”—assuming that suffering and long hours signal commitment and value—creating a trap where efficient workers feel pressured to perform busyness rather than focus on outcomes. Instead of working longer hours to signal dedication, demonstrate your worth by […]
November 19, 2025
Times of India

Switching Jobs: When Is It Strategic and When Is It Premature?

In today's fast-paced AI era, knowing when to switch jobs can be the key to career growth. Are you just passing time, or is your current role compounding into valuable skills? Discover how consistency and variety can shape your professional journey. Learn the signs that indicate it's time to stay or move on, and how to communicate your reasons for leaving strategically.
September 24, 2025
Self Publishing

Should You Self-publish? Depends on Your “True Fans”

Are you considering self-publishing? The landscape has changed dramatically, shifting control from traditional publishers to creators. With the concept of "1,000 True Fans," even a small, dedicated audience can sustain your career. But it's not just about writing; building and nurturing your audience is essential.