Bhumik’s Anxious Moments

  • When Everyone is Jumping Ship

    In the tumultuous sea of corporate leadership, the transition from one captain to another can spell either smooth sailing or a sinking ship. Consider the infamous handovers like Bob Chapek stepping into the shoes of Bob Iger at the helm of The Walt Disney Company or Marissa Mayer’s entrance into the troubled waters of Yahoo.…

    Bhumik Grover

  • Clocking In and Zoning Out: The Great Indian Office Dilemma

    In my recent stint in a traditional office environment, I’ve noticed a peculiar trend that goes beyond the remote vs in-office work debate. The issue at hand revolves around the startling lack of actual work happening during office hours. Picture this: the workday begins at 10 a.m., a universal starting point for most employees. However,…

    Bhumik Grover

  • The Asshole Factor in High Achievers

    The TV series Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber kicks off with a dramatic scene where Joseph Gordon-Levitt, embodying Uber’s controversial founder and CEO Travis Kalanick, poses a rather unconventional question to job applicants: Are you an asshole? While the accuracy of this scene remains uncertain, it sparks a fascinating debate about the behaviour of…

    Bhumik Grover

  • Being a Journalist Isn’t What It’s Hyped Up to Be

    For as long as I can remember, I had a strong desire to become a journalist. It wasn’t about the money, as the field often lacks financial rewards, but rather about the sense of purpose and the belief that my work could influence history. I aspired to do work that I could look back on…

    Bhumik Grover