My name is Shivaram Kumar and after two and a half decades of working with people from every conceivable race, religion, ethnicity, language, nationality and orientation, empowering them with self-belief and confidence, my wife Anjali and I know for sure that words make all the difference. The words we listen to, and the words we speak.
The aim with this blog is to make people aware of the power of words, because once we know how to surround and program ourselves with the right words, we can collectively increase self-esteem in society. Looking forward to get with you on our exciting journey called life and benefit from our stories and experiences.
Let my words play a small positive role in your world.
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How spotlights work
While sharing pictures and videos of the grand receptions and vast audiences related to our speaking engagements, I am torn between the fine balance of sharing relevant parts our lives with you, and being braggadocios. Every time I click the “Post” or “Publish” button, I tell myself that my intentions matter more than perceptions.Because they do.
When spotlights are new, the glamour and the attention can be intoxicating. However, with the passage of time, other things take priority. Anjali & I are in the business of developing and empowering leaders. This means that we have the responsibility of putting the spotlight on other people -those new and upcoming team leaders who are proving themselves through words, deeds and character.
You see, unless you have the spotlight, you cannot put it on others. You may not be an attention seeker, but you should get the necessary attention to get your message across. If your message is powerful enough to become your legacy, you need others to believe in it. Many others should help propagate the message, rather than have it just sit in a blog somewhere, not getting noticed over the years.
Not all spotlights can be transferred to others. Many media celebrities and politicians are preoccupied with keeping the spotlight on themselves. Their livelihood and careers get adversely affected if the attention goes elsewhere. This sharply contrasts the nature and intent of a leader who is in the business of duplicating himself or herself, with the vision of developing a team of leaders, whose success does not threaten him or her. All the pictures on this blog have the same context – using our spotlight to identify and develop new leaders and heroes.
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We got into our spotlight through hard work and by adding value. But we couldn’t have done it without the people that believe in us and trust us. Like the turtle on the fence post, we did not get there by themselves. We have people that lifted us, encouraged us and showed the way. Our way of life is to transfer the spotlight on to others who are following us.
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13 Responses to “How spotlights work”
Hello Kumar, from the bottom of our heart we never found you as a braggart. In-fact we always seen them as results & examples of the hard work and perseverance. We unpretentiously respect your vision about sharing spotlight ( attention ).
with regards.
Sandesh & Sarita With Sandeep & Neelam (From UK)
A true Pinnacle leader… Thank you Kumar.
– Renga
Renga- You are on your way as well!
Thank you Kumar for being a lamplighter in my life. Words are not enough to describe the positive impact that you have had in me becoming a leader by duplicating your thoughts and actions. Thank you for helping me change and grow to become a leader. I will continue to emulate you in so many ways to constantly improve my way of life and be an example for others to duplicate.
Dear Kumar,
You are a true leader in all aspect. I strive everyday to implement your’s and Britt teachings in my life. Not a single day pased by in recent years without remembering of your impact in my life thru CD’s and the your trainings. I am so grateful that I am part of your team and have access to your teachings
Thank you Kumar. Really, really well said. Such a fine perspective on empowerment and of our business! This will be an epic in the future… All these articles! Wow!
This reminded me of the message the Head Football coach of Clemson, Dabo Sweety, gave to his players before they won the National Championship game on Monday: let the light inside of you be brighter than the light shining on you.
That’s awesome Kavan.
Very nice, Kavan. Thank you.
Great insight!
So nicely explaned, this is what excites me about this business. Shall wait for opportunity to get counselled by you.
Dear Kumar I see you and Anjali among few couples who have dedicated their lives to inspire others in pursuing their dreams by affirming using their words boldly. Very few have the passion like yours to reach others to tell them that they are because they have dreams. I believe your spotlights is the result of helping others to transform into leaders. I pray you continue to have the spotlight so that people like me can learn how to be in spotlight by doing what you have done. May God bless you and Anjali. Thank you for who you are and what you do.
What a balanced perspective!! Thanks Kumar for all that you do for us !!
Krishna & Anupamaa