When Infrastructure just does its job
We rarely pause to notice how quietly some things around us have improved. Earlier this year, just after New Year’s Eve, I received a request from Europe for a copy…
Founder Catalyst
Remembering Louis Gerstner and the Elephant That Learned to Dance
I learnt on 27 December 2025 that Louis V. Gerstner Jr. had passed away. That news made me pause. It took me back more than two decades, to a phase…
A video interview on my Entrepreneur Journey and how it all started?
In my earlier post, I wrote about visiting RKM Vivekananda College for an interview for their podcast about my new book “The Founder Catalyst”. The first part of the interview…
Why I rarely speak at colleges—and this time I did
I rarely speak at colleges these days. Most campuses are far from the city, and a single talk takes away almost an entire workday. Besides, students today are far more…
Four Steps to Adopt AI in Your Business
Last week, I had the opportunity to interact with a vibrant group of young founders and CEOs at Corporate Connections Chennai. My talk, “AI for Founders,” was designed to give…
A Book, Years in the Making
Over the last few months (or maybe years, depending on how you count), I’ve been pulling together stories, lessons, and reflections from my journey as a founder and mentor. Many…
Founders in India, pause that pitch deck
There’s been renewed debate around the direction of startup ecosystems, especially in India. A recent remark by a senior Indian minister reignited the conversation. The Industry Minister of India, suggested…
Microsoft turns 50 – Five decades of reinvention, vision, and identity
On April 4, 2025, Microsoft turned 50. It’s a significant milestone for a technology company that has seen the industry transform many times over—and yet remained relevant through all those…