Volunteering: Not a favor—you’re contributing to something bigger than yourself

Posted on 12 Oct 2024 00:00 in Personal
by Siddharth Deshmukh  |  0  Comments

Volunteering and honorary jobs are often seen in such a limited light, especially in places like India, where many people confuse these selfless acts as some social currency or favor.


I Missed the Apple Event. I Don’t Regret It.

Posted on 11 Sep 2024 00:00 in Startups
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I missed the Apple Event—and guess what? I don’t regret it. Sure, there were new iPhones and slick updates, but the thrill of innovation? Not so much. Let’s talk about why playing it safe isn’t shaking things up anymore.


"Someday"

Posted on 09 Sep 2024 00:00 in Personal
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Someday is the king of procrastination, offering a comforting excuse to delay action. But what if the perfect time you’re waiting for doesn’t exist? The truth is, Someday never comes—unless you create it. Ready to stop waiting?


The Art of Doing Nothing

Posted on 08 Sep 2024 00:00 in Personal
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What if doing nothing isn’t about being lazy? What if it’s the best-kept secret of philosophers? Maybe, just maybe, the art of doing nothing is the ultimate power move.


Complexity: They Sell. We Happily Buy.

Posted on 25 Aug 2024 00:00 in Personal
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We crave simplicity, but often buy into complexity because it feels special. Businesses exploit this, selling us clever solutions that aren’t always needed. It’s time to rethink what truly adds value to our lives.


The RSVP Mystery: Are You Guilty of Leaving People Hanging?

Posted on 18 Aug 2024 00:00 in Personal
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Got an invite sitting in your inbox or WhatsApp, and thinking about ghosting it? We’ve all been there. But here’s the thing: your silence isn’t just lazy—it’s driving everyone nuts! Let’s unpack why it’s time to ditch the silent treatment.


Life Lessons from Software, Marathons, Tango, and Leadership

Posted on 29 Jul 2024 00:00 in Personal
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From leading a software company and running marathons to learning tango and being the President of the Indo-Japan Business Council, Siddharth Deshmukh shares life lessons from these diverse experiences.


The Joy of Missing Out

Posted on 13 Nov 2023 00:00 in Personal
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Ever dreamt of going incognito in our digital world? Imagine a world without social media: no pings, no notifications.


Discovering the Marathoner's Soul: A Journey of Triumph, Reflection, and Unyielding Spirit

Posted on 29 May 2023 00:00 in Books
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A captivating memoir that combines the excitement of a professional running career with profound life lessons. Meb Keflezighi's story will leave readers inspired, motivated, and ready to conquer their own personal marathons, both on and off the track.


On Majoritarianism

Posted on 05 Apr 2023 00:00 in Personal
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The Majoritarianism Menace: A Threat to India's Democracy and Diversity