Introduction When you join a new company, someone will probably tell you, “Don’t worry. Just take some time to settle in.” It sounds like good advice. After all, starting a new job can be overwhelming. There are new people, processes, systems, expectations, and ways of working. Naturally, you need time to understand your surroundings. But there is a problem with the “settle in” mindset. If you spend your first few months simply waiting to feel comfortable, you may lose the most valuable period of your transition. Your first 90 days are not just a period for settling in. They are a period for learning, building relationships, creating credibility, and understanding how you can make an impact. Why “Just Settle In” Can Hold You Back When people are told to settle in, they often become passive. They attend meetings, complete assigned tasks, observe what others are doing, and wait for someone to tell them what they should focus on. There is nothing wrong with observing. In ...
Introduction Geet was a young woman navigating the complexities of life in a bustling Delhi city. Driven and ambitious, she often found herself entangled in petty rivalries and workplace conflicts. Holding grudges and seeking revenge seemed like the only way to maintain her sense of self-worth. One evening, while visiting her grandmother home, Geet stumbled upon an ancient book filled with tales from the Mahabharata. As her grandmother began to narrate the story of Bhurishravas, a prince consumed by generational hatred, Geet's perspective began to shift. The Tale of Bhurishravas Bhurishravas was a prince of the minor kingdom of Bahlika, which he ruled as the grandson of King Bahlika, the elder brother of Shantanu, the King of Hastinapur. Although Bahlika was initially the crown prince of Hastinapur, he chose to conquer Balkh, leading to Shantanu's ascension to the throne. This familial link made Bhurishravas the nephew of Bhishma. Bhurishravas, along with his father Somadatta ...