Citizens in Action – Elections & Beyond
Rushikesh Kulkarni A Frenzy Hard to Miss Elections are always an exciting time. They are a living proof of success of the great experiment in Democracy. Nobody believed that India would succeed…
Looking Out for The Invisible Workforce
Today was a day off for me on account of Labour Day. A holiday to mark the toil and struggle of the labour class. But what constitutes the labour class?…
On Going Local – Ditching Quick Delivery
When growing up in Mumbai, like every other child, I was the chief delivery boy of all household items. Grocery items, coriander, milk, eggs, bread, drinks, craft paper – you…
In the Pink of Health – On Trying to Stay Healthy
Last week, just after I wrote my piece on pre-mediating evil, I fell sick. Thanks to some stale/spoilt mackerel (bangda) that landed in my frying pan. I was craving for…
On Avoiding Nasty Surprises – The Stoic Way
The recent bank crashes highlight the vulnerability of today’s economic system. In spite of all the access to big data analytics, decisions made are are not full proof. This may…
The Write Way
Happiness can be found when you put your thoughts down on a crisp white sheet of paper. Etching your thoughts and ideas as they flow from your mind (and sometimes…
Crushing Creative Blocks at Work
Being creative at work is not only for musicians, writers, poets and painters. It is an important skill set to stay ahead of the curve at the workplace. Creativity is…
On Workplace Friendships
Friendships at the workplace can be tricky. Some argue that it is best to maintain a healthy distance with colleagues. They cite the same logic to avoid workplace relationships, as…
Finding the Right Talent in Maximum City
Recently a friend shared a link to the latest episode of The Ken’s Podcast – Cost to Company. The key theme was the flight of talent from Mumbai to other…
The Building Blocks of Great Culture
Everyone has a viewpoint on Culture. Culture Vultures are everywhere. But I don’t blame them. Culture is a universal concept. Experienced by all and defined by all in their own…
Escaping the Hyper-Productivity Trap
Striking off all items from your to-do list is a source of joy. The accompanying ‘high’ is powered by a sense of accomplishment which is addictive. However, like all addictions…
Escape Stories – Kannur
Bangalore’s location makes it easy to plan impromptu trips to exotic places. So this Dasara week, we decided to troop over to Kannur. A small but a town with much…
Under the Moonlight
A new buzzword Rishad Premji’s tweet has brought into focus a new word in the corporate lingo – Moonlighting. The act of working two or more jobs. Remember, in Season…
Bombay, Oh Bombay
The city of Bombay, now Mumbai, has always fascinated artists, writers, filmmakers and now Instagram reel makers. The sights and smells play an important part in their creations. The social…
Towards A More Sustainable Job Market
The recent spate of layoffs in tech-start ups has created an uneasy atmosphere all around. The precariousness of private jobs is now more evident than before. These sudden layoffs were…
On Completing Four Years in HR
Some dates in the year hold more significance than others. Today is one such a day, for, it marks the beginning of my full time career in HR. Before TISS,…
Hybrid Work and Mumbai’s Realty Problem
I visited Bombay this weekend, finally, after two years. All thanks to Covid which kept disrupting my earlier plans. It was a pleasant surprise to see so many positive changes.…
Overcoming My Covid Inertia through Travel
Last week I was on a break from writing this column. I was away on a personal break. It had been 2 years since I took some time off with…
Coming Back to Life
The return to normalcy or the Pre-Covid era is indeed welcome. Places seem to be running at full capacity, mask guidelines are being relaxed and no one seems to care…
The Ride Cancellation Problem
The scenario is now very old. You get a confirmed booking for a cab on your ride-hailing app. You get a call from the driver asking you about your drop…
My Tryst with UPSC
Last week my life took a major turn and yet continued to remain more or less the same. The Union Public Service Commission of India released the results of Mains…
On Reading
Reading has always been considered an important habit. No wonder that it is also a very valued skill in the knowledge economy. In fact, which is why it was not…
Influenced by Influencers
Back in 2009 when I started Breakfree Journeys, I had resolved to use only social media for publicity. Idea was to maintain an active Facebook page and a Twitter account.…
Stoicism for Everyday Battles
The Russian invasion of Ukraine is one of the most significant events of recent times. Unlike the other conflicts, it has caught the imagination of a wider segment of population.…
Why Managers Matter
You probably have seen or heard of Michael Scott. He is perhaps one of the most famous middle-management guys to have existed. He is also, of course, a fictional character…
Social Sciences for the Workplace
why social sciences matter at the modern-day workplace
The Trap of Double Tap
I took a break from Instagram about three years ago – a platform that I was using quite obsessively until 2019. I recently downloaded the app again, and I could…
Is Purpose the only Antidote to the Great Resignation?
Looking at the discourse on purpose in light of the great resignation.
With Jaws Wide Open
Examining the Livelihood question amidst the popularity of Shark Tank India and the RRB Protests.
Namaste, World!
Breaking the silence. Shattering the echo chamber. A corner to express. A corner to critique. A place of refuge. A place of celebration. Namaste, we are CommonLogues.