Lord Shriram Rescuing Sita from Ravana: The Goal-Setting Lesson Every Indian Professional Already Knows
Lord Shriram's mission to rescue Sita Maiya from Ravana wasn't powered by rage or wealth or an army bigger than Lanka's — it was powered by one unshakeable, deadline-free goal. Here's what that ancient focus teaches modern professionals about goal setting on the PQ side of the Winning Kite.

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