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Middle Management Falling in the trap of Lakshman Syndrome

What is Lakshman Syndrome? In the Ramayana, Lakshman is considered a divine figure, often associated with Shesh Nag, the cosmic serpent that bears the weight of the world. Shesh Nag is believed to support the earth and heavens, symbolizing strength and endurance. Lakshman embodies this ideal, bearing the emotional, physical, and moral weight of his responsibilities. His unwavering dedication and sacrifices mirror the cosmic duty of Shesh Nag, making him a symbol of selfless support and protection.  For 14 years, he forsook sleep, family, and comfort to serve Lord Ram and Sita. While his selflessness is commendable, it also highlights the dangers of prioritising duty over personal well-being. In the corporate world, middle managers often find themselves in a similar position, shouldering the weight of organisational expectations, decisions, and challenges. Like Lakshman, they quietly take on burdens to ensure stability, often sacrificing their own well-being in the process.  A...
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Every Organization Has a Banarakas

In the fourth season of the show Panchayat, a surprising yet insightful leadership moment unfolds — Pradhan Ji, a grounded and efficient village head, loses the local election. He had everything a good leader should: integrity, dedication, and visible results. Yet he is defeated by Banarakas, a man who built his entire campaign on mockery, accusations, and theatrical disruption. The defeat wasn’t just political — it was a reflection of what happens when a leader loses focus and gets pulled into the irrelevant debate. Management Lessons From Panchayat  Banarakas was not a real competitor until he was made into one. His strength didn’t lie in strategy, governance, or public service — it lay in provocation. The moment Pradhan Ji’s team responded him and Manju Devi publicly argued with Kranti Devi — Banarakas became more than background noise. He became the narrative. Not because he earned it, but because he was handed the mic. Banrakas in every Organisation  This isn’t just the...
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Have the Courage to Stand Alone- Story of Yuyutsu

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