It was my obsession from the young age of 10. With such a long-burning passion, you’d think I’d be a coding rockstar upon graduation. But reality? Not so much.  Even as a software professional, code felt like a foreign language. My dissatisfaction wasn’t just with coding – it was the lack of travel opportunities and feeling underpaid. This negativity overshadowed my potential. Then came a sweltering June day in 2007, Chennai Infosys campus. My US lead called. His disappointment crackled down the line, how underperformers like me were jeopardising client relationships. Shame washed over me. It was a turning point. My focus, once external – promotions, travel – slammed inwards. I became the master of my destiny. Owning my work, building networks, diving deep into concepts – these became my new mantras. It wasn’t just about coding anymore, it was about giving my absolute best. This shift in my locus of control, from external to internal, has been a life-changer. It powered me through landing dream jobs in the UK and the US, and even tackled parenting hurdles head-on. It’s a philosophy that’s served me well, both on and off the keyboard.

My friends and coachees describe me as friendly and easily approachable. They say I have a calming presence. They have noticed me to be an active, non
judgemental listener, patient, positive and confident.