As a young boy growing up in Rohtak, India, I had no idea what my life's work would be. But my parents instilled in me something that I have never forgotten: that work must have a sense of purpose beyond mere financial gain; that to be meaningful, work should make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of others.

It is a privilege to be part of an organization that delivers high-quality services and innovative solutions to the best clients, develops the most talented professionals into leaders, and does its part to improve the societies in which we operate.

Most millennials have no problem standing their ground when asked to do something that conflicts with their personal values.

Exceptional firms have always been good at aligning their mission or purpose with their execution and, as a result, have enjoyed category leadership in sales and profits.

It will be disastrous when a leader or manager shows up with one attitude one day and treats people with a different attitude the next day.

Truly transformative leaders inspire deep commitment among many and have continued impact long after they are gone.

Ram Rahim was not a spiritual leader but a lowgrade film star that the media enjoyed talking about.

Soldiers fighting a daily battle under frightening conditions can feel their leaders are far removed from their reality. There's no magic cure for this challenge, and soothing words that aren't backed up by action encourage cynicism.