Shefali Shah, MBA
Healthcare & Pharma Executive I Strategy and Transformation I Board Member
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A little late on Diwali post, although better late than never. In this new year, as we welcome the light and warmth of the Festival of Lights into our homes, it’s a perfect time to reflect on our relationships whether they are with friends, family, or colleagues. Just as we clean every corner of our homes and light countless lights to banish darkness, we can also choose to remove the toxic influences that cast shadows on our hearts and minds. Much like how a cluttered space feels heavy and stifling, negative relationships weigh us down, leaving little room for joy, peace, and personal growth. Let’s make a conscious decision to surround ourselves with people who bring positivity, uplift our spirits, make us smile, and support our well-being. Let go of what no longer serves you, and make space for happiness, growth, and connection. Hope you all had a wonderful Diwali filled with peace, love, and the light of meaningful, nourishing relationships.On a positive note, as one of the sponsors of PA APA EBRG, it was my honor to attend a fantastic Diwali event pulled together by #JotiSaha and #ZainabAmiji. Their dedication to bring this party to life was unbelievable. Not a single detail missed! Absolutely fantastic work! It would be miss if I did not thank #MoushmiCulver and #AnandoChowdhury for their support and sponsorship. Positive friendships and relationships for past 20 years! Lastly, my partner in crime #JoeSanchez - Your spirit is amazing! Much love and warmth in the new year! #Merck, #Diwali, #Positivity
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Aparna Nair
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Thoroughly enjoyed celebrating with you and many other peers , colleagues and great friends at work
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Cathryn Gunther
Global Head of Culture and Associate Experience @Mars
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Joyful and gorgeous, as always. I hope I bring you happiness ❤️
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Nellie Wartoft
CEO, Tigerhall | Chair, Executive Council for Leading Change | Host, The Only Constant podcast
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Happy Diwali to you and your family!
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Deepika Hariharan
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It was such a wonderful celebration!
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Moushmi C.
SVP, Manufacturing Strategy, BD, Alliances, Shared Services, Network & Third Party Sales | Procurement, Strategy & Operations Leader
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What a great night celebrating!!
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Dennis Begley
Quality Assurance Specialist at
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Thanks for sharing
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Benji Baer
Chief Marketing Officer | Board Member | Enterprise Growth Expert | Go-to-Market Transformation | Change-Agent | Financial Services | Real Estate | Future of Work | Speaker | Panelist
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Beautiful!!!
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Happy Diwali! ✨May the Festival of Lights illuminate your path to success and prosperity.Let's light up your business this Diwali! 🪔As we celebrate this auspicious occasion, let's reflect on the significance of light and its power to dispel darkness. Similarly, in the world of sales, illuminating your customer's needs can lead to brilliant business opportunities.Here's a quick guide to a prosperous Diwali:Dhanteras: The day to invest in wealth and prosperity. It's the perfect time to invest in your sales strategy and upgrade your sales tools.Chhoti Diwali: A day to clean and declutter. Similarly, cleanse your sales pipeline of unproductive leads and focus on high-value opportunities.Diwali: The main festival of lights. Light up your network with warm wishes and meaningful connections.Govardhan Puja: A day to express gratitude to nature. Express gratitude to your customers and cultivate strong relationships.Bhai Dooj: A day to celebrate sibling bonds. Strengthen your team bonds and foster collaboration for greater success.Let's make this Diwali a season of growth and abundance. Happy Selling!#Diwali #HappyDiwali #FestivalOfLights #SalesTips #BusinessGrowth #Networking #Teamwork
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AMIT KUMAR
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