I recently left my workplace of 31 months to pursue another opportunity. As in anything of this sort, it was an extremely bitter sweet time. I am very excited for the role ahead , at the same time, so sad for all the people I will not see around everyday.

It made me wonder , what is a workplace? Of course, at the core of it, there is work to be done and a product that is built with love, sweat and tears and nurtured and brought to fruition — but there is so much else going on. The relationships we make , the memories we share, the conversations — some enlightening, some heartening, some frustrating! There are people we draw inspirations from and others we may guide.

There is so much to learn, just by observing others. How to be more confident, more learned, more assertive, more proactive, communicate better and be empathetic. Empathy is not a weakness — it is a beautiful quality which allows us to be respectful of all at the workplace and make it a welcoming environment for all.

What do you think?