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Hello and welcome to the cozy, quirky corner of the internet I call home! Here, I dive into everything from the mind-bending mysteries of engineering and science to the thoughtful terrains of philosophy, the heartwarming tales of personal journeys, and life’s spontaneous dance parties.

 

My philosophy? Well, it's a bit like a messy cocktail: one part happiness, two dashes of respect, a generous pour of deep relationships, and a sprinkle of insatiable curiosity (because who doesn't want to know why penguins waddle?).

 

I believe in choosing happiness like it's the last slice of pizza, treating everyone with the kind of respect that would make a grandma proud, diving deep into relationships like a submarine exploring the ocean depths, and staying as curious as a cat in a cardboard box.

 

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Leading Change, Part 2: Cross Functional Execution

(Read Part 1: Deep Alignment) In part two of the Leading Change series with Craig Ross from Verus Global, we explore how to lead with greater self-awareness and intentional focus. We learn how the mind reacts to pressure, how emotions shape our reality, and how to shift energy from blame to action using the Event Energy Map—a practical tool to help build ourselves and others a shared reality. Stay Focused in High-Stakes Conversations The mind can focus on only one thing at a time....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · sumeet rohatgi

Leading Change, Part 1: Deep Alignment

Last week I had an opportunity to participate in a powerful leadership workshop led by Craig Ross from Verus Global. It was energizing, insightful, and packed with practical tools to help grow as a collaborative leader. We focused on two core imperatives that must work together: Business: 3-6 months outcomes, like launching our new enterprise cloud platform and modernizing our existing product portfolio. Human: How we work together to get there, through collaboration, accountability, and leadership that’s both empowered and empowering....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · sumeet rohatgi
Kelvingrove - Glasgow University Campus

Learning

Every act of conscious learning requires the willingness to suffer an injury to one’s self-esteem. That is why young children, before they are aware of their own self-importance, learn so easily; and why older persons, especially if vain or important, cannot learn at all. – Utsav Mamoria As children, we learn constantly without questioning the process. Learning is simply our default state - we have no choice but to absorb new information and skills as we navigate the world....

May 3, 2025 · 3 min · sumeet rohatgi
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow

Arches, Art, and Adiós

Figure 1: We ❤️ Baby Coos! We woke up still full from the late-night Thai feast, so we skipped breakfast and headed straight to the University of Glasgow. Gothic, grand, and imposing, the university is meticulously maintained. We entered via the engineering division, where I delighted in nerdy admiration of every department sign. Figure 2: Glasgow University The campus features two picturesque quadrangles connected by archways — a dream setting for amateur photographers (i....

April 5, 2025 · 3 min · sumeet rohatgi
Steall Waterfall, Fort William

From Vegan Vibes to Scotch Sips

Figure 1: The Wildcat vegan cafe, Fort William Some vegan places pretend to be non-vegetarian — Wildcat in Fort William was one of those intriguing types. The hip vibe pulled us in: minimalist design, moody lighting, and a menu that read like a wellness influencer’s dream. We went for Scrambled Korean Tofu with Mint Sauce and Hummus Chickpea Toasted Bread, paired with smooth lattes. Figure 2: Scrambled Korean Tofu with toast, The Wildcat, Fort William...

April 4, 2025 · 4 min · sumeet rohatgi
Driving to Fairy Pools, Portree, Scotland

The One With Castles and Chow Mein

Today was our last day on the Isle of Skye, and the emotions were already bubbling. The skies were moody, the lochs were still, and we were…hungry. After wolfing down another hearty Highland breakfast, we loaded up our trusty German steed, and bid a fond farewell to our delightful host, Margaret. Magic in Motion Figure 1: Vast open landscape for Fairy Pools. Next, we headed to the famed Fairy Pools in southern Skye....

April 3, 2025 · 3 min · sumeet rohatgi
View from our breakfast nook, Gables BnB, Portree

From Fairy Glens to Fungi Pizza: A Highland Day on Skye

Figure 1: Breakfast spread, Gables BnB! The day kicked off with a million-pound view (thankfully, free), and a hearty British breakfast that could’ve convinced even a hardcore dosa-lover. We were all set for an epic day in the Highlands, armed with layers, ladders (well, hiking shoes), and low expectations of WiFi. Old Man of Storr – Take 1 With caffeine in our veins and enthusiasm in our hearts, we jumped into our trusty german steed and galloped toward the iconic Old Man of Storr....

April 2, 2025 · 5 min · sumeet rohatgi
Royal Chariot, Inverness

Trains, Coos and Pizza Blues

Another Edinburgh morning went without a hitch. Woke up at 8:40am to blaring alarms with a head full of dreams stretching all the way back to childhood (perhaps last night’s advocate’s whisky in the evening has a way of unlocking those guilty mental filing cabinets). Figure 1: Nice breakfast in the train. Booked an Uber XL to Waverley station. Our driver, Ibrahim, was kind enough to drop us near the elevators—bless him for sparing us the luggage-dragging marathon that station entrances usually demand....

April 1, 2025 · 5 min · sumeet rohatgi
Devils Advocate, Edinburgh

Aye Stirling! A Contrarian Castle & A Day of Almosts

Woke up at our usual, very respectable 10 AM, feeling fresh after completing my 4 AM blogging ritual. We stepped outside expecting the usual Scottish gloom, but lo and behold— California sunshine! It’s almost as if Professor Dumbledore himself had cast a weather charm, keeping the rain at bay. Egg McMuffins & A Train to Stirling After days of indulging in grand feasts, we decided to keep breakfast light (relative to our usual)....

March 31, 2025 · 4 min · sumeet rohatgi
Edinburgh Castle

A Bonnie Day in Edinburgh

Jet lag is a funny thing. You’d think after an exhausting first day, we’d wake up bright and early, ready to conquer the city. But no. Day 2 of our Scottish adventure started at a leisurely 10 AM, because our bodies refused to acknowledge local time. But when we finally stepped out, what a sight! The golden sun was beaming down, the sky was an uninterrupted stretch of blue—no clouds, no drizzle, no reminders that we were in Scotland....

March 31, 2025 · 6 min · sumeet rohatgi