Mind speak

Is what people think about you always different from what you think about yourself? Are you the biggest critique of yourself or are others? I guess it depends on the situation. Like women would criticize themselves the most when it comes to how they look in the mirror but would be defensive if someone were to comment on their skills as a mom.  I had a meeting with a client today and this blog is a result of that. Without getting into specifications, they told me we expect better from you because this is what you are known for. We come to you because you are recommended in this field. I started pondering and realized, all the while when I was thinking I was doing a good job, the other person was thinking she needs to be doing better than this!! What was good for me for not good enough for them. I guess it all boils down to expectations. When the expectations are high the outcome is expected to be higher. When that doesn't happen disappointment sets in. If your Manager thinks you ar...

It’s happened to me so many times. When you bump into someone after a really long time what’s your first reaction? Unless it’s an enemy or someone you really can’t stand, I would say I would be delighted and excited. This someone maybe an old friend, an old neighbour, school mate, junior at college or just simply an acquaintance. I know I don’t have the best of memories ( in fact I sometimes feel like a 90 year old, for that’s how bad my memory is!) But my memory is good enough to recognize people I have known before and even recollect their names most of the times.  Unfortunately I can’t expect everyone to be like that. Many people seem to suffer from a terrible memory loss.  I mean, you join a new company and come across a class mate who also works there.  This person has spent 12 years of her school life with you.  She refuses to show any signs of knowing you! Even after speaking to her and reminding her of who you are, no luck. You often see people onlin...