What High Performers Do Differently & How to Train Yourself to Become One
High performers aren’t just talented—they train their minds, habits, and energy to consistently achieve exceptional results. Whether in business, sports, creativity, or leadership, they follow specific patterns of thinking and behavior that set them apart. Research from performance psychologists, business leaders, and neuroscientists has identified core strategies that drive success—and the good news is, you can train yourself to do the same.
Balancing Speed and Safety: Building Trust in Expansion Mode
In high-growth organizations, psychological safety is the foundation for innovation and high performance. When teams feel safe to take risks and learn from failure, they create, not just execute. I explore five key strategies to build trust while scaling: Curiosity Over Perfection, Guardrails, Not Roadblocks, Two-Way Feedback, Shared Ownership, and Intentional Pauses. When teams feel safe, they push boundaries and drive impact.
Your Career Is a Recipe: The Design of Mastery, Balance, and Growth
Growing up in India, kitchens were my classrooms, where resilience, creativity, and preparation were stirred into life lessons. Watching women transform simple ingredients into unforgettable meals taught me the power of intention. Today, as a design leader, I see parallels between cooking and crafting careers—both require vision, adaptability, and a balance of skills to create something meaningful and impactful.
Designers: The Cost-Effective Consultants Hiding in Plain Sight
Parenting has been one of my greatest teachers in design leadership. It’s shown me how to navigate complexity, foster resilience, and balance empathy with structure. Much like guiding teams, parenting is about understanding context, building trust, and embracing imperfection as part of growth. These lessons continue to shape how I lead with purpose and design impactful solutions in an ever-changing world.
What Design Leaders Can Learn from Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr. wasn’t a designer, but his leadership offers timeless lessons for design leaders. From crafting a vision rooted in purpose to fostering inclusivity and leading with empathy, his principles align deeply with human-centered design. By embracing resilience, thinking systemically, and empowering teams, design leaders can honor his legacy while shaping a more inclusive future.
The Art of Squeezing It All In
Discover inspiration, strategies, and insights for living a multi-dimensional life. Explore topics on balancing career and family, finding creativity amidst chaos, and redefining success on your own terms. Whether you're a parent, designer, artist, or someone navigating the complexities of modern life, this blog offers practical advice and authentic stories to help you grow, connect, and make an impact. Join me in embracing the beauty of messy progress and carving out space for what truly matters.