February 16, 2025
In this podcast I am a guest

The DesignRush Podcast

DesignRush.com is a B2B marketplace connecting businesses with agencies through expert reviews and agency ranking lists, awards, knowledge resources, and personalized agency recommendations for vetted projects. They had me as a guest on their show. Here is what we spoke about: ✅ The AI Balance — Why too much reliance […]
February 15, 2025
Cartoon depicting a person questioning L&D priorities: "Why AI training for some and old skills for others?" Balancing core versus emergent skills on a budget.

Limited Budget for L&D: Should you invest in core skills or new emergent skills?

Skills Showdown: Core Values vs. Emerging Trends – Where to Bet Your Training Bucks? Employees want to keep up with the latest “hot” skills while your core business feels like it’s lacks the core skills at every level? What does the research say? It’s tempting to chase the next big […]
February 4, 2025
AI Snake Oil book cover with two geometric snakes, exploring AI capabilities and myths. Dive into 2025’s Year of the Snake and Snake Oil insights!

2025 is the Year of the Snake and Snake Oil

People with less knowledge about AI are actually more open to using the technology. The difference in adoption propensity the “lower literacy-higher receptivity” link. You would imagine the opposite to be true, but it is not. There is something truly magical about some aspects of AI for example. ChatGPT made generative AI accessible to some people. This is the honeymoon period of AI. Everyday there are new claims about what it can do. Before you rush in to invest your money in AI, it is important to learn more.
January 16, 2025
Man in vibrant outfit smiles warmly in front of a brick building and tree, embodying the legacy of Bhaskar Das: Media Pioneer.

The Legacy of Bhaskar Das: Media Pioneer

I met Dr Bhaskar Das at the Governing Council meetings of MICA. His stylishly long hair, colorful eyewear and his knowledge of media was the first thing that struck me. Apart from Santosh Desai, Madhukar Kamath (both erstwhile colleagues from my days at Mudra) and the Director Dr Shailendra Mehta […]
July 20, 2024

15 Twitter Years: 2009-2024

One dog year is equal to seven human years. What would 15 Twitter Years translate to? It saw some significant shifts in the world of work: The rise of hybrid work; e-commerce; tech shaping business models, the rise of the skills economy; the pandemic that changed so many assumptions about work and the mental health challenges triggered by the daily uncertainty at work.

July 8, 2024

How to Make a Good Impression on Zoom and Email

Tuning in to the etiquette of virtual meetings and emails is essential because these interactions significantly influence our professional image and relationships. Proper etiquette ensures clear communication, demonstrates respect and professionalism, and helps build trust and rapport with colleagues and clients. Adhering to these norms can enhance productivity, prevent misunderstandings, and create a positive, collaborative work environment, ultimately contributing to career success and growth.