3 things we can all learn from Mr. C —...
by Ashwin | Feb 28, 2020 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

The whole saga started with a freak accident. A relative of ours who we had invited from India had a…
Read MoreDid you do it your way?
by Ashwin | Jan 26, 2020 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global, Uncategorized,

Thanks to a good friend – Aldrin D’souza – I was transported back in time when he sent me a…
Read More7 things a Tanzanian vacation taught me about life
by Ashwin | Dec 31, 2019 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

This was one of the hardest vacations our family had undertaken. Why? Because we had lost our furry four-legged friend…
Read MoreMy articles for TechTarget
by Ashwin | Nov 13, 2019 | Tech Target,

You can find links to all of my articles for TechTarget here: TechTarget Contributor, Ashwin Krishnan. 4 tips to ensure…
Read MoreAshwin, you need very little to be truly happy
by Ashwin | Nov 8, 2019 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

An ex-colleague and friend reminded me of this today in a conversation. Mind you, this was not a normal conversation.…
Read MoreFrom “Best Before” to “Better After” — the journey of...
by Ashwin | Sep 20, 2019 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

Have you caught yourself staring at the milk carton or the salad mix in your refrigerator searching for that elusive…
Read MoreI want people to read my compelling (!!) blog. But...
by Ashwin | Sep 10, 2019 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

That’s how I felt when I first started writing regularly over a couple of years ago. I had such fantastic…
Read MoreIs the cloud lulling us into security complacency?
by Ashwin | Jul 31, 2019 | CSO, Tech Accelerator, Uncategorized,

The recent CapitalOne breach has certainly made lots of headlines in less than a day since the story broke out. And sadly,…
Read More7 life steps that led me to #lkigai
by Ashwin | Jul 29, 2019 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

There is no pause button in our life anymore. Even when we try to slow down, the ambient noise –…
Read MoreMy journey from “General Availability” to “Beta forever”
by Ashwin | Jul 12, 2019 | Tech Accelerator, Thrive Global,

If you are a software geek (I was one a loooong time ago), you would have got the import of…
Read MoreI FAKED it to try and MAKE it. Then I...
by Ashwin | Jun 29, 2019 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

One of my favorite TV series – that ran for a short four years on NBC was The Pretender. Wikipedia…
Read MoreAre you prepared for your QPR?
by Ashwin | Jun 20, 2019 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

Its not a typo – I did mean QPR – not QBR. QPR aka Quarterly Person Review. While the title may…
Read MoreAre you making a living or just LIVING
by Ashwin | Jun 11, 2019 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

There are movies that happen to you. You stumble upon them and are left in awe. Long after the movie…
Read MoreThe T A G ers, which one are you: T...
by Ashwin | May 22, 2019 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

Let me demystify my own self-fangled acronym first – TAG. T for Takers, A for Askers and G for Givers.…
Read MoreThe 5 unexpected things that podcasting taught me.
by Ashwin | May 5, 2019 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

I will be honest. Podcasting happened to me. I did not go seeking it. But I am so glad that…
Read More#TheAceKrishChronicles – April 2019 – from Pooh Bear to podcasting
by Ashwin | Apr 28, 2019 | LinkedIn,

I shared my 15-minute analysis of tech workers in Silicon Valley, explained why Pooh Bear has something to teach us…
Read MoreWhat is “real” success?
by Ashwin | Apr 19, 2019 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the…
Read MoreMore lessons from Winnie-the-Pooh
by Ashwin | Apr 15, 2019 | Positivity Accelerator,

#lifequotes #education #simplicity #winniethepooh
Read MoreThe learnings from the Hundred Acre Wood
by Ashwin | Apr 7, 2019 | Thrive Global,

Recently on a trans-Pacific flight, I happened to watch a memorable movie with five of my all-time favorite characters – Pooh, Eeyore, Tigger and Piglet with Christopher…
Read MoreMy journey from #PAC to #PAC
by Ashwin | Mar 22, 2019 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

I got an unexpected #LinkedIn message the other day from an ex-colleague with whom communication had tapered off years ago.…
Read MoreHow many likes, shares, comments will you get when your...
by Ashwin | Mar 3, 2019 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

If we live for likes and shares and comments of our vacation photos, humblebrags, and trigger-happy tweets, shouldn't we also…
Read MoreThe CSO and CPO role just dramatically expanded overnight
by Ashwin | Feb 25, 2019 | CSO, Tech Accelerator,

Two high-profile incidents from two of the biggest names in the tech business – Google and Facebook – should cause…
Read MoreTake time to think about security amidst the greatest gadget...
by Ashwin | Jan 8, 2019 | CSO, Tech Accelerator,

At CES 2019 every gadget seems to be claiming connectivity, AI, integration, but is anyone thinking about security? Published…
Read More#TheAceKrishChronicles – December 2018 – life lessons, bots, and breaches
by Ashwin | Dec 31, 2018 | LinkedIn,

For some time, I have been wanting to collate my most popular LinkedIn posts here on the blog. The posts…
Read MoreThe 10-second feedback survey that will blow your mind
by Ashwin | Dec 26, 2018 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

It is that widely despised annual ritual of the corporate workplace. The dreaded 360 review that weighs on every manager’s mind as…
Read MoreWhat the recent Facebook exposé can teach security leaders
by Ashwin | Dec 20, 2018 | CSO, Tech Accelerator,

The biggest social media snafu of the year has lessons for enterprise security professionals. They need to learn them, our…
Read MoreWhat a hardwood floor contractor taught me about leadership, integrity,...
by Ashwin | Dec 6, 2018 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global, Uncategorized,

Imagine that you hear the phrase “It’s beautiful”, not once, not twice, but over a hundred times daily. How would…
Read MoreData breaches — it’s time to find a better way
by Ashwin | Nov 30, 2018 | LinkedIn, Tech Accelerator,

We are rushing forward with ground-breaking technology that has impact on our lives and our loved ones, but the regulatory…
Read MoreA customized book or learning experience — what’s not to...
by Ashwin | Nov 25, 2018 | Tech Accelerator, Thrive Global,

Whether it is the analog library or the digital universe of learning, our interaction is arguably very similar. Published on…
Read MoreA tragic event – a gathering of grieving folks –...
by Ashwin | Nov 7, 2018 | Thrive Global,

Dramatic disengagement with our digital companions, albeit hard, is the only way to truly engage with each other. Published on…
Read MoreTech and business for the soul — a call for...
by Ashwin | Nov 1, 2018 | Positivity Accelerator,

Moving from the vendor side of the tech world to the knowledge-sharing and education side reposes the question: How do…
Read MoreA day at Pier Sixty taught me more than a...
by Ashwin | Oct 18, 2018 | Tech Accelerator, Thrive Global,
Lessons in marketing with empathy at the Cloud Security Summit while taking UberKnowledge's message, "Plan, Practice, Prosper" to the crowds.…
Read MoreFrom CIA to #CIA
by Ashwin | Oct 15, 2018 | CSO, Tech Accelerator,

The evolution of our security journey using the three pillars of security. Published October 11, 2018 on CSOonline.com
Read MoreFormula for articles that endure
by Ashwin | Oct 15, 2018 | Positivity Accelerator,

How to write articles of note; articles that truly resonate and make us better human beings. Published August 14, 2018…
Read MoreiPoP update
by Ashwin | Oct 11, 2018 | Positivity Accelerator,

The latest on my iPoP project. Published September 11, 2018 on YouTube
Read MoreEngagement in the workplace
by Ashwin | Oct 9, 2018 | Positivity Accelerator, Tech Accelerator,

A simple mnemonic for engaging with your colleagues in the workplace — CDC: Candor, Dedication, Competence. Published October 9,…
Read MoreThe home analogy – Hybrid security redefined for the hybrid...
by Ashwin | Sep 28, 2018 | CSO, Tech Accelerator,

What we can learn from our home security evolution in our cloud security journey. It's all about the perimeter... Published…
Read MoreYour gardener wants access to your house safe
by Ashwin | Sep 13, 2018 | CSO, Tech Accelerator,

What we would balk at in the real world, we give with impunity in our digital universe. Published on CSO…
Read MoreThe art of customer delight
by Ashwin | Sep 5, 2018 | Positivity Accelerator,

How my old-school barber, David Lopez, showed me what every business should know: treat every customer like your only customer.…
Read MoreYou are your own digital guardian
by Ashwin | Aug 31, 2018 | Tech Accelerator,

Take ownership of the apps on your smartphones! Apps will demand your information but you can #No, as I…
Read MoreThe unintended consequences of GDPR
by Ashwin | Aug 14, 2018 | CSO, Tech Accelerator,

This is not what the regulators had in mind. Business leaders, ignore at your own peril. Originally published on CISO…
Read MoreThe best customer presentation ever
by Ashwin | Jul 25, 2018 | Tech Accelerator,

Do you recall the most mind blowing presentation that you have ever witnessed in your life? Here is mine
Read MoreStop selling – start storytelling security (or any technology), vendors!
by Ashwin | Jul 24, 2018 | Tech Accelerator,

There is so much vendor cacophony, sameness and inanity in the security industry, what does a vendor do to stand…
Read MoreThe best way to connect with a distracted and time-crunched...
by Ashwin | Jul 23, 2018 | CSO, Tech Accelerator,

Let’s face it. There is tremendous overcrowding in the security space. 6500+ cybersecurity companies at last count. And as…
Read MoreCrossing the border, purposeful presentation, residual positivity, out of gas
by Ashwin | Jul 16, 2018 | Positivity Accelerator,

Flight — check, Hotel — check, Presentation — check, upgrade — check, Business cards — check. As a high-tech professional for the past two decades, there was a lot…
Read MoreAre you a trapeze artist? If not, learn the ropes...
by Ashwin | Jul 2, 2018 | LinkedIn, Positivity Accelerator,
There are a few impactful conversations that we all have in our lives that continue to resonate even as our…
Read MoreOur digital data is more valuable than our non-digital data....
by Ashwin | Jun 21, 2018 | CSO, Tech Accelerator,

A framework to protect our digital data using a shared responsibility model based on data value. Published on CSO online…
Read MoreIn defense of human fallibility
by Ashwin | Jun 19, 2018 | Tech Accelerator, Thrive Global,

AI will enrich our lives in many ways, but I do not want it as my life coach. Published on…
Read MoreWhat is your data worth over time
by Ashwin | Jun 15, 2018 | Tech Accelerator,
Have you ever thought about how your data - for the exact same google search for instance - gets more…
Read More#Empathy #Leadership #Courage
by Ashwin | Jun 13, 2018 | Positivity Accelerator,
Think AI and ethical decisions is a research topic –...
by Ashwin | Jun 5, 2018 | Tech Accelerator,
The only 3 questions that matter
by Ashwin | May 31, 2018 | Positivity Accelerator,
How has your behavior changed thanks to Uber?
by Ashwin | May 30, 2018 | CSO, Tech Accelerator,

Lessons in privacy and hygiene in the face of ubiquity and convenience. Published on CSO online on May 30, 2018
Read MoreFrom a vanity fueled website to a purposeful one –...
by Ashwin | May 29, 2018 | Positivity Accelerator,

I first got enamored about having my own website in the early 2000s and luckily the domain ashwinkrishnan.com was available…
Read MoreThe Very Strong Business Case for Complying With the World’s...
by WDPAdmin | May 25, 2018 | Tech Accelerator,

For the past year, a global network of Chicken Littles has warned that the sky will fall on May 25,…
Read MoreMy rpm meter zoomed from 10 to 100 in a...
by Ashwin | May 7, 2018 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,
Why the need for continuous improvement on myself eluded me for all these years. Published on Thrive Global on May…
Read MoreAre you going to meet your “Waterloo” in cyberspace?
by Ashwin | Apr 30, 2018 | CSO, Tech Accelerator,

Why the dependency on a single platform is a serious problem — and why consumers and businesses need to diversify…
Read MoreCan I have my Frappuccino with love, humility, and authenticity?...
by Ashwin | Apr 26, 2018 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

How Kevin Johnson and Starbucks demonstrated the power of #Values Published on Thrive Global on April 26, 2018
Read MoreOPINION Do you know who the new Guardians of the...
by WDPAdmin | Apr 18, 2018 | CSO, Tech Accelerator,

If you have no clue what I am talking about I promise to make amends in a minute or less.…
Read MoreWhen analog met digital
by Ashwin | Mar 9, 2018 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,
The authenticity of the personal touch is, well, touching. Published on Thrive Global on March 9, 2018
Read MoreRTM in the age of Amazon Prime
by Ashwin | Jan 29, 2018 | Thrive Global,
Reputation, trust, and mastery in an age of consumerist impatience. Published on Thrive Global on January 29, 2018
Read MoreMission accomplished? #Wait! What mission? I never knew I was...
by Ashwin | Jan 25, 2018 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,
How can we define our own mission statement? Published on Thrive Global on January 25, 2018
Read MoreAn offer and a request – the only two things...
by Ashwin | Jan 22, 2018 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

The two most important statements you need to know to improve every relationship you have. Published on Thrive Global on…
Read MoreThe five-minute meeting is going to kill …
by Ashwin | Nov 21, 2017 | Tech Accelerator, Thrive Global,

The phrases we all love to hate in corporate America. Published on Thrive Global on November 21, 2017
Read MoreSeven quotes that jolted me and transformed by life
by Ashwin | Nov 11, 2017 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

Impactful phrases that resonate and transform. Published on Thrive Global on October 11, 2017
Read MoreLife lessons from good ole Charlie Brown and Snoopy
by Ashwin | Nov 1, 2017 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

How Snoopy taught me to disarm, dilate, and debunk. Published on Thrive Global on November 1, 2017
Read MoreHow the awesome Capt. JLO demonstrated #Leadership, #Empathy, #Gratitude in...
by Ashwin | Oct 16, 2017 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

On a recent red-eye flight on United an interesting incident transpired that inspired me to write the blog. No, I…
Read MoreWhat the millennials taught an ageing Gen-Xer
by Ashwin | Oct 3, 2017 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

Empathy, perseverance, and devotion Published on Thrive Global on October 3, 2017
Read MoreThe sound of silence
by Ashwin | Sep 29, 2017 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

The impact of silence. Published on Thrive Global on September 29, 2017
Read MoreThe half a century journey for the 3 W’s
by WDPAdmin | May 19, 2017 | Positivity Accelerator, Thrive Global,

When we meet someone for the first time a common ice-breaker is ‘What do you do’ and the answer is…
Read MoreThe Puris (puffed bread) story and the art of customer...
by WDPAdmin | Sep 21, 2015 | LinkedIn, Positivity Accelerator,
Seems like an odd ‘blog’ to write about Puris but if you humor me for a bit longer you won’t…
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