Author: Vinit Kumar Singh

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.

Coaching, Leadership, Motivational

Why is Ego the Worst Enemy of Coaches and Leaders?

August 10, 2023

Vinit Kumar Singh

Coaching, LeadershipSkills, Manager

In today’s ever-evolving professional landscape, the roles of coaches and leaders have taken center stage, guiding individuals and teams toward success. However, amidst the pursuit of excellence, a formidable foe often goes unnoticed – the “EGO” While self-confidence and belief in one’s abilities are crucial, an unchecked ego can quickly transform into a destructive force that […]

Coaching

Do You Listen to Respond or Transform?

April 10, 2022

Vinit Kumar Singh

Coach, Coaching, Listening

𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗼 #𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 #𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺. Every #Manager has their own style and methods of dealing with their team members, and It all boils down to what works best for the manager and his team. My friend’s younger brother Binny was excited to be promoted to the Manager position recently in […]

Leadership

Leaders are Dealers in Hope!

September 28, 2021

Vinit Kumar Singh

hope, leaders

I called my friend Binny yesterday to check his well-being. I asked him, “how are you, Binny.” He said, “Not bad!” with a very fragile voice. I asked him, “Hey, what happened, Binny? Tell me please”. He started sobbing and said, “I don’t want to live now”. I was taken aback and asked, “Arre, why […]

Motivational

The surprising truth about what motivates us…

June 26, 2017

Vinit Kumar Singh

drive, internal drive, Motivation

When it comes to motivation, there is a huge gap between what science knows and what most of us do – most of us work on the motivation strategy called ‘Carrots and sticks”, may it be a job, parenting sometimes even mentoring. Daniel Pink researched and found that this current strategy carrot-and-stick is built around […]

Leadership, Motivational, Toastmasters

Interviewing the interviewers!

August 16, 2016

Vinit Kumar Singh

Just a few days back, Rina from HR of my company came to me and said “Vinit, can we put you into the group of Torchbearer Interviewers”. I have been in interviewers’ shoes several times by now. I knew how to interview a candidate. Hence, I proudly replied “Why not, Rina. It would be my […]

Motivational, Toastmasters

Make a life, not just a living!

March 6, 2016

Vinit Kumar Singh

Once there was a boy named Guddu. Guddu was a very hard working and an ambitious guy and had a big dream of becoming an entrepreneur like Bill Gates. Hence, he worked very hard in the office. Obviously, he got many appreciations and awards for that. But with every award, his workload was increasing and […]