For several reasons, I have been thinking about Professionals. Today, I am going to share a few instructive stories about my experiences with three consummate Professionals. But first, let’s define what or who is a Professional. Simply put, a professional is a person who is an expert at the service they render and is qualified […]
During one client conversation, the question came up, should we invest in the Sukanya Samriddhi Account? This is one case. Explainer: The client is investing in his company stocks for his child’s education. He has a long term vision, time for the goal and a good risk appetite. Investing in stocks is a good idea […]
Everyone needs a Cheteshwar Pujara in their Investment portfolio. Here’s why. Pujara has always been something of a mystery. A relatively successful cricketer who somehow fails to show up alongside the other names like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, R Ashwin, or even Ajinkya Rahane. Because he isn’t glamorous, it’s easy to forget that Pujara has […]
We all want to feel happy, and each of us has different ways of getting there. Here are 10 steps you can take to increase your joie de vivre and bring more happiness into your life: Be with others who make you smile. Studies show that we are happiest when we are around those who are also happy. […]
The coronavirus pandemic has put all our short-term needs front and centre. Just getting through one week of virtual work meetings, grade school math lessons, and grocery shopping can be a challenge. And if you’re one of the millions, struggling with income loss or unemployment, those daily to-dos can feel even more pressing. However, as […]
Everyone I know is worried right now—running for the hand sanitizer and staying home to avoid crowds. If you’re not getting out as much as usual, chances are you also have more time to panic over that other major pain point—the stock market jitters. We are wired for anxiety. It’s not just our reptilian “fight […]
When life gives you lemons, make Lemonade is a proverbial phrase used to encourage optimism and a positive can-do attitude in the face of adversity or misfortune. Lemons suggest sourness or difficulty in life; making Lemonade is turning them into something positive or desirable. Wikipedia In these unprecedented time of the human race, survival has become […]
This one is for all you yogis, meditators, and Buddhists out there. You want to achieve enlightenment? The key is not in down dogs and green smoothies. The key is budgeting. I know that sounds crazy. But take it from Thich Nhat Hanh, “budgeting leads to enlightenment.” I’m just kidding, Thich Nhan Hanh didn’t say […]
Combined contribution above 7.5 lakh in PF, NPS and superannuation fund would be taxed from 1 April. The Budget has been a shock for high salary earners. On the chopping board is a critical tax benefit. If the employers combined contribution to the Provident Fund, National Pension System and superannuation fund exceeds Rs.7.5 lakh a […]
Attitudes about money are formed at a young and impressionable age, says Uma Shashikant. We were at a store. A young family was shopping. The mother picked up an expensive bag and examined it fondly. She looked at the price tag and sulked, but refused to move on. The father shook his head in disapproval. She […]