I had to let go of someone at work. While she wasn’t a full-time employee, it was still something that I didn’t enjoy doing at all. Only a week ago, I had shared the big picture of our business with her. And she was excited to be on this journey along with the rest of…
I’d arrived. Or had “we”?
I was elated. I’d just held the Kakasana for 5 seconds without falling. There are a bunch of things going on during Kakasana: Core strength, Arm strength, Balance, and Breathing. I find it a ton of fun to practice and that feeling of “flying” – even if just for a few seconds – is…
I’m different
Find your own truth. Be the best version of yourself. Find your own voice. Be yourself. Each of the above statements makes a ton of sense. Each of us is unique. And what works for me may not work for you. But does that mean that we shouldn’t learn from others’ experiences? —- As much…
Writer’s block
That’s what I have right now. I’ve opened my laptop on schedule to write. And I have no idea what to write about. So, what should I do? Just give up and shut my laptop? Of course, not I can write about what to do when I have no ideas. Which is an idea in…
How I tricked my brain to help me blog more often
We’re creatures of habit. There are so many things we do each day without even thinking about them. Getting up and ready in the morning. Heading out to work. Answering emails. Heading out to lunch. Finishing our work. Driving back home. Spending time with family. Winding down. And all over again the next day. Until…
The magic of “live” classes
No amount of thinking about fitness is going to make us stronger or more healthy. It’s when we show up for practice that things start to change. No… it’s when we keep showing up regularly for practice, that things start to change. —- “But.. it’s hard to keep showing up.” That’s what I used to…
Stuck somewhere? Get help.
A few weeks ago, a customer sent me this message: “Vaidy, my daughter is putting a workshop on Suryanamaskar together. Is it okay if we used some ideas from your Suryanamaskar blog post for the workshop?” I was humbled by her question. I responded positively to her, but the thought that kept lingering in my…
My dance with Atha
I’m a procrastinating entrepreneur. I love creating stuff. Shipping a new PracticeNow feature. Sharing a new blog post. Attracting new customers in delightful ways. I dream about a great future when it’s all done. — Then I hear the clock ticking. It’s getting closer. The time to start on the blog post. To pick up…
Don’t be authentic
You’re feeling sick. You call up the doctor. “Doc, I’m feeling really crappy right now. Can you help me?” “You know, I’m feeling really crappy as well. Let’s do this another day, okay?” If the doc said that, would you credit him for being honest? Probably not. You’d more likely be angry that he wasn’t…
Word-of-mouth marketing on steroids!
How do you know if a customer is truly delighted with your product or service? – Is it when they actively spread the word about your service? – Is it when they give you 5 stars in your feedback forms? – Is it when they thank you profusely for providing your service? (that they’re paying…