Key Takeaways from the Week Gone By
What we learned together on Network Capital
Before we get started, here is a quote that had us thinking all week.
“As far as we can discern, the sole purpose of human existence is to kindle a light of meaning in the darkness of mere being.” — Carl Jung
Dear readers,
Every year, Utkarsh Amitabh takes on 25 students and young professionals for 1:1 mentoring. He would have liked to do more, but doesn’t have more time.
The process is simple.
Step 1: We jointly set your goals for the year ahead.
Step 2: We track those goals weekly over 1:1 calls. During these calls, he identifies the gaps between your preparedness and your aspiration. Thereafter, he helps bridge the gaps by sharing what he has learned over the years and connecting you with people who can catalyze your success.
Step 3: We test your progress every month through structured, time-bound assignments.
Upcoming Salons and Fellowships
To conclude the year with thoughtful reflection and tangible planning, we have the following salons and fellowships planned —
Salon: Modern Love, Friendship and “Workism” on December 20, 2023
Get your first draft ready on December 23, 2023
Career Transition Fellowship on December 28 and 29, 2023
Newsletters
The grammar of failure
Dear readers, Yesterday we had our salon on ‘Setting Your Goals for 2024’. The Salon served as a great platform for all the attendees to reflect on the year gone by and plan for the adventure head. Amongst the various themes, ideas and exercises, something that stuck a cord with many was the ‘grammar of failure’. Today’s newsletter is a deep dive into this idea and how you might be able to use this to design your new year’s resolution.
Don't prove yourself to anyone. A life well lived is a sweet revenge.
Today we are going to explore what revenge in the modern, competitive work arena feels like and what you can do about it. Before we start, here is a quick reminder about the upcoming events and fellowships. Dec 15 | Mumbai Dec 16 | Bangalore Dec 16 | Salon:
Lessons from 'Truth, Love and a Little Malice'
On my longish flight back to London from Delhi, I reread Khushwant Singh’s "Truth, Love and a Little Malice” and was reminded of the beauty of a well lived and loved life. Within its pages, Singh intricately weaves together the threads of truth, love, and a subtle mischievousness, providing readers with a poignant roadmap for crafting a fulfilling existence.
Have a wonderful week ahead.
— Your Network Capital Team
“Fiction is like a spider's web, attached ever so lightly perhaps, but still attached to life at all four corners.” ― Virginia Woolf