When we see choice as a pen that allows us to author our own lives, then the possibilities seem endless. Every choice matters. It inextricably causes an individual to grow, stagnate or slide. Author Haresh Khoobchandani has experienced this first hand, starting out as a flight steward through to his career today as a global executive leader in the technology sector.In Growth by Choice, Khoobchandani examines the connective tissue between choice and growth. He prompts reflection on the opportunities presented to us in the moments that matter – how they unlock every person’s inner genius – the talent that is revealed when we align our lives to deeply felt personal values and goals.Poignant, reposeful yet invigorating, Khoobchandani’s words are bent on stirring readers to face inconvenient questions that profoundly challenge their life’s perspectives and priorities, much needed in this era of disruption.Blending compelling stories of his own and three remarkable individuals with a tried and tested growth framework, Khoobchandani yearns Growth by Choice will serve to unlock, empower and inspire you to take practical steps to put your choices in the spotlight and consciously “What must I do to thrive in this constantly changing world?”Growth is an infinite, uniquely adventurous journey. Live yours!
Haresh Khoobchandani is a friend. He started out as an airline steward and soared in the IT space, first with Microsoft and now with Autodesk. He is also now a trained executive coach. He also used to play football at quite a high level!
Over Covid, he sat down to write this book - which is a little autobiographical - during which he lost his father to the virus. He shares the view that people not only can, but in this rapidly changing world, must change - i.e., unlearn, learn, and grow. This comes from breaking a fixed mindset. Practices that help achieve this include seeking brutal feedback, forging new relationships, spending quiet time by stilling the mind through mindfulness, and being perpetually curious. He also introduces the ARC principle - practices for organisations to grow, one of which is to embrace diversity.
Written in a storytelling style, this is an easy afternoon read. Reflecting on it takes more time 😁