Dr. Purushothaman

The biggest blunder you can make in your career is to ignore the fundamentals. This holds true regardless of your profession, location, or identity. We tend to forget that repetition is the key to building strength. Consistency is impossible if you neglect the fundamentals of what...

“I’m tired of being bored.” It’s been a while since you’ve said that. I’m guessing not too recently. Give me four minutes, and I’ll explain why that indicates a negative frame of mind. In the past, I’ve relied on other people to provide me with guidance....

The Oracle of Delphi once proclaimed Socrates to be the wisest man on the planet, making him one of the most influential figures in Western philosophy. After hearing the oracle’s statement, Socrates was convinced that it was incorrect. “I know one thing: I know nothing “as...

In terms of getting things done, the past year has been a watershed moment for me. In the past year, I’ve accomplished more than I ever thought possible, including switching careers and countries, spending time with loved ones, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and exercising at least...

I was recently unable to find a solution. A lack of focus, a lack of energy, and an inability to produce high-quality results plagued me. When I’m feeling overwhelmed, I remember a piece of advice I received from a friend and mentor: “Always return to the...

What you do, not what you say, defines who you are. There are certain personality traits that make people who are highly effective the way they are. It’s easy to think, “I can’t be like that!” when we see someone who is truly exceptional. False. Despite...