I was expecting things to happen faster than they are. We planned to shift but we are still unable to – because of issues beyond our control. .
Frustrating? Yes- absolutely
I can do about it? Yes- but it does not come automatically. I was seething with frustration and anger. And then I realised, was there anything I could do about it? If yes- follow through. If not – then stay patient!
Your time will come!
Ever thought what would be that one thing you would do differently if you had a chance to go back in time?
For me- it would be drop procrastination. Just do it. At the time you need to.
Despite that, if I have been able to do this, well, I just imagine the possibilities!
That said, it is never too late to start doing stuff today. Right now.
What about you?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79wVeXMMqKk
I was watching this video of Pope Francis in one of his visits where he sees a child in a wheelchair and immediately gets off the car to bless the child. This action touched me immensely. There are numerous such videos along with this that shows the Pope doing this with a number of other people- especially children and old men and women. Of course, there are enough nay sayers for every good action.
True or not, this simple action demonstrates the power of humility and why this particular Pope is undoubtedly a man of the masses.
Touching. And something we need to aspire to be.
This note is not highlight what Pope Francis does; but to showcase the impact it has on people who are the beneficiaries for such unexpected surprises.
Each of us does not have to be a superstar or someone with a following like the Pope, but each of can be humble and step up to reach out to others and make a difference. The next time you are out, and see an opportunity to touch someone’s life- take that step and reach out!
God bless.
It has been 31 months in Singapore, and it is now time to go back to India. Singapore has been home to me for more than half my working life (almost 15 years). It has been great, and arguably, the best place anyone can stay in. Singapore is an experience one has to go through. Lessons learnt here in managing a country like a company- are difficult to see elsewhere. This is my second home.
During these 15 years, I have had the honour of working for three of the best IT Companies in the world- IBM, Microsoft and now Amazon. As I look back at what I have done over the years, I am amazed at the opportunities that have knocked at my door, and even more surprised at the roles I have picked up.
I seem to have been governed by Robert Frost’s famous lines of following the roads less travelled. Almost all the roles I have done over the last few years have been roles that had been shunned by others- for either me too new or for being too challenging (with minimal chances of success).
Well, as I move from my current role in Amazon Web Services to a new position with Alexa, I am looking forward to the new world of Voice.
All said and done- I am glad I took the road less travelled. And going back to India from Singapore (for the second time) makes me feel just that- I am taking the road less travelled. Again.
And I know, it will make all the difference.
Home is where family is!
Period.