The brand storyteller rambles on incessantly, “Let the world know who you are and what you can do.” I feel the warmth when they think they have a new follower, but see expressions freezing when they see I can lead. “You are targeting the wrong set of people”, says my mentor. There is yet another … Continue reading Safety
Cracking the code
“Optimism fails, when happenings of a few weeks set the world back by a decade.” “We will not let fear rule the world – that needs to change more than the economy or health issues.” He did not seem to hear me, and continued, “The biggest question before us today is how to measure progress, … Continue reading Cracking the code
Power
Get him in, check reports, pull out the syringe…. Where does he figure on the priority list? Resources are dwindling, cases increasing… The few who remain will rule the world, pull out the syringe…. The routine of life and death is passe. The world needs new challenges and decision-making powers. https://girlieontheedge1.wordpress.com/2020/03/11/its-six-sentence-story-thursday-link-up-98/
Sugar-coated
It is yet another session on identifying causes and symptoms of depression it made her feel sometimes. “It seems that some people enjoy being depressed,” opines a participant, “Life is too hard to face otherwise.” “We need to understand that antidepressants put them in a transitional phase, and effects need to be carefully monitored. One … Continue reading Sugar-coated
Whose business is it?
“I’m not really impressed by what the speaker had to say. He was just looking for potential customers in the audience.” “But you’ve spent time, and a tidy amount on travel, lunch with your team and the books you bought there.” “It was a waste, but the onslaught of emails kept saying Claim your free … Continue reading Whose business is it?
Machiavelli
“We’ve been in power for so long …. this electoral defeat is going to put us totally out of control.” “You mentioned working as a responsible opposition leader in your interview yesterday.” Even in my distressed state, the smirk on Anand’s face did not escape my attention. The sarcasm hurt, but he was the only … Continue reading Machiavelli
Essential difference
“I’m a life planner, not a financial planner.” “So what do you do?” The tone is sceptical. The speaker recounts the story of a client, who had a huge surplus amount at 65 years of age. He needed a direction to do what his heart desired, not just investment avenues. “I got it”, the young … Continue reading Essential difference
Dynamism
“Dynamism was his middle name, as he never paused to think before acting. The response was agile, and results delivered sometimes excellent, earning him a good reputation. But who says a performer never fails? He met his nemesis in the form of a competitor who set traps for him, and he succumbed to her charm … Continue reading Dynamism
Expansive
I am a transformed person today. I hired Linda to think for my protagonist, for the novel to shape up. She made it clear that she has no boundaries. It has been a fascinating journey, as I explored new worlds, tested the improbable or impossible, lived outside my body, stretched my soul to extremes of … Continue reading Expansive
Revenge
“How do you like the public adulation you receive at this age?” “I do not get carried away. I remember the ridicule thrown my way, when I started my solopreneur venture. I had to fight to use my own savings for the business. The family was obstructing that. And today, the tiny venture has assumed … Continue reading Revenge
