In a world driven by deadlines, deliverables, and demands, the pursuit of passion often takes a backseat to practicality. But there’s an undeniable truth that we often overlook: it works if you love it. This statement holds the power to transform not only the way we approach work but also the results we achieve in the process. Loving what you do isn’t a luxury; it’s a necessity. It acts as…
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Following My Dream Made Me Unemployable
There’s a strange irony in life. You grow up being told to follow your dreams, to aspire, to envision a life that fulfills you, and to chase it with all your might. It’s the stuff movies are made of, the essence of motivational speeches, and the heart of countless self-help books. Yet, no one tells you the unpolished truth: sometimes, following your dream makes you unemployable. And not because you…
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Anxious Before an Interview
Interviews are a curious blend of excitement and trepidation, aren’t they? The anticipation of showcasing yourself, your skills, and your worth to an organization can often leave one wrestling with anxiety. I remember one such experience vividly — not because I aced it or made a complete mess of it, but because of the clarity it brought me. I was sitting in the waiting room, clutching a folder that seemed…
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Handling Work Pressure
Work pressure is an inevitable part of professional life. No matter how much we plan or prepare, there are days when the sheer volume of tasks, deadlines, and responsibilities feel like an avalanche bearing down on us. It doesn’t matter whether you are just starting your career or are a seasoned professional; the weight of work pressure can test anyone’s patience, resilience, and ability to function effectively. The first step…
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Handling Dominating Members of the Team at the Office
In every workplace, the dynamics of a team often mirror the diversity of personalities, ambitions, and approaches that each individual brings to the table. Among these, the presence of a dominating team member can become a significant challenge, especially when their behavior starts affecting the morale, productivity, and harmony of the group. From an HR perspective, handling such situations requires a delicate balance of empathy, assertiveness, and proactive engagement. A…
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Anxiety of Workload
The workload is like a shadow that looms over every waking moment, growing longer as the day progresses, until it becomes a suffocating blanket that wraps around me at night, refusing to let me rest. It’s not just the tasks themselves—the emails, the meetings, the endless to-do lists—it’s the sheer weight of expectation that seems to press down on my chest, making it hard to breathe, to think, to function.…