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  We are in the last month of 2021. This year has been a mixed bag on the entertainment front. OTT watches have ruled, with cinema halls opening up as late as October. More than two hour feature films, the short film format has thrown up interesting pieces. Short films or anthologies by different directors have gained popularity and are showcasing diverse directorial talent.  “ Stat Host ” and “ Interview ” from #Netflix ’s anthology of short films - Feels Like Ishq , were a pleasant surprise for me in the barrage of streaming releases this year. Though Feels Like Ishq is a mixed bag, featuring stories about young love, something in these two short films deeply resonated with me. One speaks of rediscovering the joy within us and of being companionable with our own selves, while the other casts a light on the fast-disappearing human element in our social transactions. Both these shorts struck a chord with me through their simple stories and universality of theme. Topical...

Ghosting. Ignoring people. Breadcrumbing. Gaslighting. These are a part of  relationship lingo these days, more than ever. Unfortunately, these have become part of online professional behaviour as well. A significant component of effective communication is giving and receiving feedback. It completes the cycle. 📩 Now just imagine you enthusiastically send a portfolio, quote the most reasonable amount, and finish off the mail with the little note, "Looking forward to hearing from you soon".📝 You keep waiting for acknowledgement or just a "received, will get back to you." But it never comes. There's only silence on the other end. 👽 🤕 Let's reverse the situation. What if you did the same after a prospective client asks for a proposal? Lose the project through procrastination, right?📆 A request to people. Please respond. Period.📌 Give a reply or just acknowledge receipt. Don't stop communication. If you need time, say so. If it's negative, say...