How I became a Scrum Master
I wanted to always write about how I got here. I have several years’ experience working in the Hi-Tech space across three continents and 4 countries. It is nothing great looking at how traveled the general Tech Public is now a days. Before I got into Software Delivery I had a stint in Software Services Sales, Professional services, People Management and Product Marketing. I ended … Continue reading How I became a Scrum Master
How many of you are Workoholic Synonymous?
There are many people among us who work more than 40 hours a week. And I am not talking of like 41 or 42 hours, but way over that. You might also have read Melinda Gates recently say about the problems of the workaholic culture and the impacts it might have had on diversity. Well it is kind of an irony knowing the fund they … Continue reading How many of you are Workoholic Synonymous?
What my Mom taught me about Prioritization
As an agile coach I always tell my team and those I work with the importance of prioritization. If we prioritize we can contain waste. I believe prioritization is the first step towards going lean. The need to decide what is it that we want to do now. What is it that brings maximum value to what we do. When I was quite young I … Continue reading What my Mom taught me about Prioritization
When I heard about Parkland Shooting
I did not read the news today But, my daughter told me… I searched on Google “Florida Shooting” I clicked on the first google listing that came up… It was “Chicago Tribune” I started reading and I was interrupted with an M&M advertisement It reminded me of how much my kids love M&M But I felt the ad was untimely Yet, I continued reading and … Continue reading When I heard about Parkland Shooting
Nothing Matters; But Results.
Nothing matters if you can’t deliver results. It might sound ruthless; but that is the only business truth. And No sob story (however convincing) can replace actual results. You either did it or you did not….. period!! The ‘I Tried.. but..’ argument is the result of not asking help on time. Knowing when to ask help is also a valuable Art. Asking help and collaborating … Continue reading Nothing Matters; But Results.
It’s Padman and not Padma(vat)
I have been purchasing these since the time I knew what they were. For my mom, my sister, my wife and my daughter. Looking back I guess somewhere when I was young I might have also felt odd talking about it…. or holding it…. I don’t know. But I say that because I too grew up in a society where it was something women hid … Continue reading It’s Padman and not Padma(vat)
What is your Reading List for 2018?
I know it is more than a month since we have hit 2018. But I think we still have enough time to talk of reading and learning. Last year I did a 50 Book Challenge on Goodreads and closed 2017 with around 54 Books. But this year I decided not to do a challenge. There are two reasons. The challenge at times takes the upper … Continue reading What is your Reading List for 2018?
Say ‘NO’ when you have to; And do it with Confidence
When I was starting my career someone told me that I have a problem with ‘NO’. He said I was one of those people who will say ‘Yes’ to everything. He said ‘NO’ is such a powerful word that only people with real purpose can say it. I laughed him off. But the words kept lingering in me. Over time I started looking at how … Continue reading Say ‘NO’ when you have to; And do it with Confidence
It does not matter
A subtle change in all you do….. a small start from any point… look back….. know yourself… always move forward…. slow down frequently…. spend time thinking…. get good sleep….. spend at least 3 lazy hours, every week read…… read more…. watch movies…. enjoy music…. smile…. write your thoughts hug a stranger….. take a long walk….. daily… eat fruits…. sing even if you can’t dance, dance … Continue reading It does not matter
I am loyal to my fault
I am loyal to my fault but I don’t pull people into my river; even if they know how to swim. the last thing you want is for someone to drown in your river… I mean you cannot even save them.. It’s your river. And I am loyal to my fault. I can see the suffering of another man, like seeing an incandescent lamp burn … Continue reading I am loyal to my fault
Vinod Narayan 