The Side Of Caregiving No One Talks About
Caregiving is often seen as a quiet act of devotion — something we take on out of love, duty, or simply because there’s no one else to do it. But behind the curtain of selflessness is a world of exhaustion,…
Manisha Panwar
Can Coaching Really Be Measured by Metrics?
In a world obsessed with tracking and reporting, it is easy to fall into the trap of measuring everything—because what gets measured gets managed, right? But what if the very nature of coaching defies the kind of neat, quantifiable measurement…
More Than a Holiday: Lessons in Love, Loss, and Leadership from Mauritius
Since the past two years since we lost my father, my mother, sister, and I take a holiday every year- ritual that was started by him for the three of them. It is not just a vacation—it is a quiet…
Why Is Coaching Suddenly the Buzzword? And What It Is Really Made Of.
Back in 2009, “Coaching” was hardly the shiny word it is today. I had never even heard of it as a profession until a former boss—one of those rare ones who see more in you than you see in yourself—nudged…
Keeping Calm in the Storm: A Personal Reflection from an Army Brat, Naval Wife, and Entrepreneur
War has always felt personal to me. I grew up in a family where two generations served in the army. Later, I married a naval officer. And today, I run my own business. Through all these roles, one lesson has…
Five Things Coaching Has Taught Me About People
Coaching is a privilege. It allows me to meet people in their raw, unfiltered moments—when they are feeling lost, overwhelmed, or simply looking for a way forward. Over time, I have noticed patterns, yes—but what truly stands out are the…
Coaches Are Human Too: The Energy, Stories, and Realities of Coaching
I once coached a senior executive—a man who, on paper, had it all. Yet, when he sat across from me, he sighed and said, “I don’t know why I feel so stuck.” He wasn’t looking for advice. He just needed…
The Burden of Being “Good Enough”
Somewhere over the Middle East, mid-air on my long-haul flight to London, I found myself seated next to a bright-eyed, expectant mother. She was radiant, brimming with excitement, and as we exchanged pleasantries, I extended a small gesture of kindness—offering…
Lean on Me: Because Growth Isn’t About Gender.
Every year on Women’s Day, we celebrate the spirit of womanhood. But what if true progress is not about celebrating women separately—but about reaching a point where we do not have to? What if success, support, and leadership were seen…
Managing Money As A Fresher.
“Money” – An all encompassing word. The more you run after it, the more it lures you!Being smart with money is the only way one can enjoy it. All it means is that if you are smart enough to manage…