Communication

One of the most critical aspects of writing is often the one most overlooked: editing. Everyone thinks they can write. But there is a difference in writing, and writing well. That difference is where the editor comes in. Looking to trim unnecessary words, making expressions stronger, paraphrasing quotes, moving critical information to the top,...
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Sitting across the board room conference table you have a disagreement with your colleague — do you shout and tell them to shut up because you know you’re right? Do you stand up defiantly, raise your hand, and say, “You are useless. You have no idea what you’re talking about. Get out!” Do you...
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I appreciate your honesty. I appreciate your quiet support and your vocal critiques. I appreciate your non-conformity. I appreciate your silent love. I appreciate your determination. I appreciate your patience. I appreciate your forgiveness. I appreciate your sharing your life with me. I found myself telling my husband all of these things in front...
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Found this in my e-mail archives. I’d written this opinion piece nine years ago — while I was still in India — and it still rings true, especially because of the rise of social media and our need to be acknowledged online by a mix of real-life friends and complete strangers. We’re more involved...
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I was there once. Here’s what I learned through my experiences that I can pass on to you: Know why you are interested in the job — is it the money, the work, the people, the company name or something else? In all likelihood it’ll be a combination of factors. Remember to factor in...
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Everyone knew the iPhone was going to be big even before it was launched. But when people started developing apps to simplify even the simplest of things, the rage caught on. The story behind the iPhone-app-created cover image of The New Yorker’s June 1 edition only goes to show how far we have come...
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