The Village Adventurer

I'm here not just for the papers. My vision on sport keep on evolving with knowledge that I'm gaining from sport and I don't want to keep myself in a sport bubble. Rediscovering the values of my passion.

"Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to inspire, it has the power to unite people in a way that little else does. It speaks to youth in a language they understand. Sport can create hope, where once there was only despair. It is more powerful than governments in breaking down racial barriers. It laughs in the face of all types of discrimination." ~ Nelson Mandela

Interesting to know about how a shoe company evolved with skateboarding culture which doesn't have any recognition like the brand.

What a beautiful course to remind us that we are not civilized enough to build a world where there's no unjust treatment of people based on race, s*x, intellectual inferiority... And the Professor doesn't stop with that, she also encouraged students to use a wide variety of tools to build inclusion in workplace where one can engage with diversity of talents, diversity of thinking perspectives, diversity of personalities.

As a sport professional, I have responsibilities to take care of my playing field(world) where no one is ignored because of their identity.

“Sport for all, All for Sport.” ~ Decathlon

Excited to complete my accidental journey on corporate branding with a 5-week online course from Coursera. Fortunately, I'm working with a brand( ), got leadership lessons from another brand ( ) and reading books written by founders of few interesting brands ( ) helped me to understand more about branding.

Most of the companies focus on generating maximum profit that might be their sole reason to do business. Their purpose might take back seat when they are taking critical decisions on environment and human cost.

Interestingly, few creative players are changing the game by sustainable business development than just fooling people with their fancy slogans.

"No young kid growing up were dreams of someday becoming a businessman. He wants to be a fireman, a sponsored athlete, or a forest ranger. The Lee Iacoccas, Donald trumps and Jack welches of the business world are a heroes to one except other businessmen with similar values. I wanted to be a fur trapper when I grew up." ~ Yvon Chouinard

I stopped compete with anyone because when we think that we won the battle they keep on fighting unless either one of us die. I just want to live my life in a purposeful way than this meaningless dispute.

"Don't gain the world and lose your soul, wisdom is better than silver or gold." ~ Bob Marley

Sports for empowerment.

Call me by my name, Karuppi. I don't want any racist here 🖤

Sports for empowerment.