Introduction The story of Nachiketa from the Katha Upanishad is one of the most profound lessons in focus, sincerity, and determination. Though deeply spiritual, its relevance extends far beyond — offering timeless wisdom for leaders, professionals, and anyone navigating today’s fast-paced corporate world. Nachiketa was a young boy whose father once undertook a yagna (sacred ritual) where everything one owned was to be given away in charity for spiritual merit. But instead of giving away his best possessions, Nachiketa’s father chose only the old and useless things. The boy, though only five years old, recognized the lack of integrity in his father’s actions. Courageously, he questioned his father: "If you truly vowed to give away everything, why are you keeping the valuable possessions back? Whom will you give me to?" Irritated, his father angrily retorted: “I give you to Yama, the Lord of Death.” Taking this seriously, Nachiketa set out to meet Yama. When he arrived, Yama ...
Introduction Leadership quality is something that most people want to develop to grow in their lives and grab bigger opportunities. These skills can be developed by us over time if we work on ourselves, be it in school or we can learn from our parents, community, etc. It can be in any part of our life including personal, professional, or social. One who can inspire others and set examples for others can be a good leader. To become a good leader, you need to learn, adopt and follow the qualities of great leaders. There are 10 major causes of failure in leadership given by Napoleon Hill in his book “Think and Grow Rich”. 10 Major Causes Of Failure In Leadership 1. Inability to organize details: Efficient leadership requires the ability to organize details and master them. A genuine leader is never too busy to do anything or give attention to any emergency. Successful leaders must be the master of all the details connected with their position. 2. Unwillingness to render humble service: Na...