by Shashank Pore | Jan 31, 2025 | Blog posts
A Customer’s Journey: Reflections on an Experience with a Local Jewellery Brand in #Mumbai #Bombay #Marathi #Mulund “A customer is the most important visitor on our premises. He is not dependent on us. We are dependent on him. He is not an interruption to our work. He...
by Shashank Pore | Jan 11, 2025 | Blog posts
Lessons in Transformation & Resilience On 9th September 1999, a pivotal moment in Indian business history unfolded:ICI Paints (now AkzoNobel), a global giant, attempted a backdoor takeover of Asian Paints by acquiring a 9% stake from one of its promoters. However,...
by Shashank Pore | Dec 13, 2024 | Blog posts
Recently, leading newspapers have been abuzz with the surprising news of IKEA’s decision to close its outlets in Mumbai, Ghatkopar. Known for its meticulous planning and long-term vision, IKEA’s move left many scratching their heads, including myself. The...
by Shashank Pore | Dec 13, 2024 | Blog posts
Imagine a city where the streets are not just pathways but symbols of civic pride and responsibility. As we witness the transformative effects of the election season and its Model Code of Conduct, it’s inspiring to see our cities adorned with cleanliness and...
by Shashank Pore | Dec 13, 2024 | Blog posts
1) Avoid large meetings Large meetings waste valuable time and energy. – They discourage debate – People are more guarded than open – There’s not enough time for everyone to contribute Don’t schedule large meetings unless you’re certain they provide...