I write about leadership, execution and the transition from technical roles into organizational responsibility. My essays examine why capable teams struggle, why transformations stall, and how professionals grow from individual contributors into leaders. More about my background is on the About page. I read and respond to thoughtful responses. You can also reach me on LinkedIn.
Last week, something truly incredible happened: I was honored to win the Adobe’s GDC Annual Rockstar Award. To go from nominee to winner felt absolutely surreal, and as I reflect on this moment, my heart is bursting with gratitude for every person who made it possible. And one small sentence from my daughter that changed […]
Strategic roadmaps. Quarterly targets. Back-to-back meetings and the immense responsibility of leading a large, talented team at Adobe. My world was a complex ecosystem of people, projects, and products. By all external metrics, I was doing good —navigating the challenges of a leadership role in a top-tier tech company. But internally? A persistent 404 Error […]
In my world of technology leadership at Adobe, I’m often thinking about how products and platforms can enable positive change. But beyond technology, there’s an undeniable power in direct, human-centered impact, fueled by a genuine desire to uplift others. This experience has reinforced my belief in the incredible capacity of coaching to unlock potential and […]
Mind-Blown by Adobe’s Vision! Just watched an incredible conversation with our Chair and CEO, Shantanu Narayen, and it’s clear: the future of creativity is BRIGHT, especially in India! Here are 5 key takeaways that resonated deeply: 1. The Photoshop Power PlayPhotoshop has been a creative cornerstone for DECADES. Shantanu reveals how we keep this legend […]
“What’s your next step?” That was the question I posed on stage during the Toastmasters International Speech Contest—the very question that had led me there in the first place. And yet, as I walked off the stage, as the contest results were announced, I found myself asking that same question again. Because I had lost. […]
I recently had the honor of meeting Magdalena Nowicka Mook, CEO of the International Coaching Federation (ICF), at the ICF Bengaluru Charter Chapter event. Our exchange was nothing short of eye-opening, as Magda graciously shared her passion for coaching, leadership, and even her interest in collaborating with Toastmasters. In-person, she embodies everything I’ve always believed […]