Author: Ananth Hegde
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Learning to Learn:My Takeaways from Ultralearning
1. Why We Struggle to Learn New Things I’ve always enjoyed learning new things. From enrolling in online courses to signing up for weekend workshops, my curiosity never seems to rest. Yet, if I’m honest, most of these learning journeys end halfway through. The initial enthusiasm fades, schedules clash, and the material—however well-intentioned—sits untouched. It’s…
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Cracking the GSI Code for Technology Partners
Global Systems Integrators (GSIs) are powerful partners—but navigating their complex structures can feel overwhelming. How do you effectively engage, align, and build lasting relationships with them? Let’s break it down. Inside a GSI: How Are They Structured? To successfully engage a GSI, start by understanding their internal structure. Here are the typical teams technology partners…
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Unlocking the Power of Public Speaking: Lessons from Talk Like TED
Unlocking the Power of Public Speaking: Lessons from Talk Like TED Have you ever listened to someone speak and felt like you could listen to them for hours? That’s exactly how I felt the first time I heard my mentor speak. His words didn’t just land — they lingered. Every story, every pause, every…
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What is Technology Alliances ? – An Orchestrator behind big tech deals.
Partnerships are like diplomacy—an art of balancing priorities, aligning interests, and co-creating value. What Is an Alliance Manager (in Plain English)? Think of your mobile phone — the screen, camera, speaker, and software don’t all come from one company. It takes multiple specialized players working together to create that seamless experience. That’s what an alliance…
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Embracing Deep Work: Key Takeaways from Cal Newport’s Book
Cal Newport’s “Deep Work” presents a powerful framework for enhancing productivity and achieving meaningful results through focused and uninterrupted work. Here are the essential lessons from the book, simplified and summarized. Understanding Deep Work Deep Work refers to professional activities performed in a state of distraction-free concentration that push your cognitive capabilities to their limit.…