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Have you ever found yourself gaping at the audacity of some folks who hog the limelight, shamelessly scribbling their names on the marquee for a group gig? You know the feeling. That slow burn when "I did this" echoes around, and you think, "Hold up, weren't we a team?"

I have revealed my little secret in my reflections today — those that helped me as a first-time manager and have benefitted me ever since. Call it the secret sauce or whatever you wish; this can transform your team dynamics forever.

"Can we talk?" A former colleague, not in touch for nearly a decade except for occasional greetings on festive days, reached out earlier this week seeking career advice. If you find yourself in the position to offer guidance, remember that your effort, while seemingly minor, can have an immeasurable impact. It's a gift that costs little but means everything.

Last weekend, I reflected on three qualities that have stayed with me for a long time that I’m not proud of. One of them is foot-in-the-mouth syndrome. I wrote about how, now and then, I wish I had not said that or stopped after the first few sentences. Here’s one such incident.

Have you ever read one of those feel-good stories and thought, "Wow, this writer must float through life on a cloud of bliss and positive vibes"? Spoiler alert: I'm one of those writers, and let me tell you, my life is more 'comedy of errors' than 'serene fairy tale. Curious?

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