Asking questions is an important skill that we all need. It takes confidence, preparation, and a curious mind to ask questions. Reflecting on the college and work environments in Kathmandu that I have been part of, most individuals do not ask questions. It could be the same scenario for most of Nepal. I pondered what…
Category: culture
Giving feedback
In our Nepali culture, we give utmost priority to relationships and always want to be in “good terms” with our colleagues, elders, relatives etc. In the professional setting, we often lean on the positive side when we provide feedback so we do not offend others, play it safe to avoid a possible confrontation, maintain the…
What’s in your draft?
A lot of times we don’t get to see the best stuff from people. Most of us are working behind the scenes. We are working on our draft for that book, for that podcast, for that website or for that special thing to come out to the world. The world is eagerly waiting for you…
I & We
“You want to hear “I” when things don’t go well. You want to hear “We” when things do go well.” Golden State Warriors General Manager Bob Myers stated as he discussed the conversations he had with Warriors players after their Game 7 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2016 NBA Finals. When things go…
My next read: Shoe Dog
The crazy ones
Here’s to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see things differently. They’re not fond of rules. And they have no respect for the status quo. You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them. About the only thing you can’t…
Himalayan City Hunt 2019
Excited to be part of Nepal’s first Himalayan City Hunt 2019. We participated as a team from Fusemachines Nepal. There were four teams. Results coming soon.
Keeping the bar high
Each company has an opportunity to set the culture right from the start. We’ve heard the term “Culture eats strategy for lunch.” Culture is everything. The culture should promote excellence and always keep the bar very high. Mediocrity will try to sneak in here and there but you have to be quick to take care…
Iteration is perfection!
The best advice she ever received. That’s what Miki Agrawal said.
Culture as USP
Many technology companies in Kathmandu offer similar benefits to their employees. The benefits are as follows: 5 working days, 2 day weekends, subsidized lunch/dinner, transportation, accidental and medical health insurance among others. For potential employees considering whether to join one technology company over another, it could be best to look into the work that the…
Growth challenges
Once upon a time there is an idea. An idea inside someone’s head. Then it begins to take shape. The name of the company gets registered and the web domain/social media handles are taken. It’s a constant evolution from inception to execution. As a startup, it’s about survival. The founder(s) and the team is looking…
The Purpose Story
When does a company need to integrate a social purpose to their existence? As soon as the company is formed? When there are 40-50 full time employees? How about 100-200 or 500+ employees? It’s a question to definitely ponder upon for the company’s founder(s), board or management team/employees. John Wood states in his book, Purpose, Incorporated: Turning…
Touristanbul: A traveler’s review
Recently, I flew from Kathmandu to Istanbul and my final destination was New York City. I decided to fly through Turkish Airlines this time and visit Istanbul instead of my regular routes through Dubai and Doha. I had done research on Touristanbul and was excited to experience it first hand. Tours are available on different days…
Thamel delivers
Today was my mother’s birthday so my sister had sent a cake through Thamel.com. A representative from Thamel.com called us in the morning to know our location and gave us a delivery time (around 2pm). We didn’t know if it would be delivered on time. At 2pm, we got a call. The representative was near…
Travel diaries: Kutumsang
the host Pemba was telling stories one after another. He had our attention and was enthusiastically sharing tales-tales of dolphins, fish, lions, superheroes and all. We were amazed by this four year old who kept us entertained during our dinner at Kutumsang Yak Lodge & Guest House. Just that afternoon, our eight people trek team…
The moment
All your favorite comics in one street Approaching the pedestrians and taking flicks The big baby cries standing on his feet They watch with awe as he does his tricks. A couple cozy up observing the skyscrapers above The naked cowboy strums his guitar to the passing crowd Billboards cover the buildings with Budlight,…
Building a company culture
Leaders build culture. In any organization or group, the leader sets the tone or creates its culture. It’s up to you to decide what direction the organization should take. As a leader, I believe its important for them to set the culture (guidelines, best practices and values) of the organization. The leader should set the…
Live from Patan Museum
Patan Museum is an incredible place. A place that captures the history of a time in Nepal that was rich in architecture, culture and people. Always a delight to visit Patan Museum.