Vivek Hattangadi

OBITUARY – KESHAVMAM KHAMBADKONE It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Shri Keshavmam Khambadkone last evening (27 May 2026), at the age of 103. He has now reunited with his beloved Sheila Khambadkone in the heavenly world, together again in eternal peace. Keshavmam was a true doyen of the Indian pharmaceutical […]

Emotional Resilience: The Story of “Ruchira’s Juices” Emotional resiliencies is one of those rare qualities that cause a drastic shift in how you see the world Emotional resilience is a life-changing skill that completely shifts your understanding of the problems. Meet Ruchira Kokate, a talented entrepreneur from Pune who started a small business making high-quality,

A Calm Mind Makes You Sharp – Your Emotional Bank Account A calm mind is a sharp mind. When you are composed, you can observe situations clearly, think rationally, and choose your words carefully. This clarity allows you to deliver negative feedback constructively, without letting emotions like anger or frustration takes over. Calmness turns difficult

Name It, Feel It, Lead It: The Secret Power Behind Building Iconic Brands – (Brand Management 96) Do you recall the Hindi song “Ek Pyar Ka Nagma Hai” from the film Shor (1972). Sung as a duet by Lata Mangeshkar with Mukesh? You remember this song for its deeply emotional and moving lyrics and tune, about

When You Master Your Emotions, You Master Your Life Pause for a moment and think — how often do we let our emotions drive our day? A harsh word, a missed target, or a tense meeting can change our mood in seconds. We rush through reactions without realizing that the true power lies not in

7 Tips to Write a Pharma Brand Plan: The 7 Don’ts and 7 Do’s – (Brand Management 95) 7 Tips to Write a Pharma Brand Plan — The 7 Don’ts and 7 Do’s Every successful brand begins with a well-thought-out plan — one that reflects the mind of a strategist and the heart of a

Brand Managers or Data Entry Operators: A Wake-Up Call for the Industry – (Brand Management 94) After more than five decades in the world of marketing and brand building, I’ve seen the industry evolve in ways both inspiring and troubling. Recently, I conducted a poll on LinkedIn that left me deeply uncomfortable. The question was

Understanding Brands: Sushma’s Story – (Brand Management 93) Sushma had just joined her first job as a brand manager in a mid-sized pharmaceutical company in India. She was bright, enthusiastic, and hungry to learn. But every time she opened a brand plan or sat in a meeting with senior managers, she felt a quiet fear

The T Shaped Executive – (All Pharma Managers) The L& D Head of a top Indian MNC with previous experience with an MNC of with a Swedish-British origin with 23 years’ experience, starting as a medical representative  In the Indian pharmaceutical industry, a young manager may grow because of deep expertise in one area, sales,

 “I Am Right, You Are Wrong” – How Can this Help Pharma Brand Managers and Field Sales Managers – (Brand Management 92) Preamble I Am Right, You Are Wrong by Edward De Bono is a book about how human beings think and why so many arguments, fights, and misunderstandings happen in the world. The central