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Implementing the principles of Vedic wisdom leads to greater clarity and self-awareness.
Why does
self-awareness matter for today's leaders?
Research tracking 486 companies over 30 months found that organizations with a higher percentage of self-aware leaders financially outperformed those with lower levels of leadership self-awareness​
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Zes, David, and Dana Landis. "A Better Return on Self-Awareness." Korn Ferry Institute, August 2013.
When leaders improved their emotional self-awareness, 100% reported improved workplace effectiveness, 86% reported an improved ability to identify and manage their emotions, and 81% reported a reduction in stress linked to that improved self-awareness.
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Lippincott, Matthew. "Effective Leadership Starts with Self-Awareness." ATD Blog. Association for Talent Development, April 17, 2018. https://www.td.org/content/atd-blog/effective-leadership-starts-with-self-awareness.
What is Vedic Wisdom?
Vedic Wisdom is a timeless body of knowledge that offers profound insights into self-awareness, discipline, emotional balance, harmonious relationships, mutual respect and positive leadership.
Our corporate workshops draw upon these principles and translate them into practical tools for today’s workplace, helping individuals and teams navigate pressure, make thoughtful decisions, build stronger relationships, and lead with clarity, respect, and purpose.
About Madhuri Amma
We are honored to introduce Srimathi Madhuri Sivaganesh, whom we dearly call Madhuri Amma. Madhuri Amma is the chair of Nandalala NJ and a spiritual teacher and humanitarian whose teachings draw from the timeless wisdom of Indian scriptures. Through Her guidance, She inspires individuals to live with greater awareness, compassion, purpose, and integrity. With Her depth of wisdom and ability to connect timeless values with the challenges of contemporary life, Amma offers a truly distinctive perspective for today’s leaders and professionals.
Madhuri Amma is a Vedic History teacher and the host of Nandalala NJ's Vedic History podcast, with 90+ sessions available online. She is also an alumna of the Fashion Institute of Technology, NYC and was a Fashion Entrepreneur and Business Owner.
Drawing from Her own experience in business and Her years of guiding individuals through spiritual principles, Madhuri Amma believes today’s leaders need more than technical expertise—they need clarity, self-awareness, empathy, and a strong sense of purpose. Through these leadership workshops, Amma's goal is to help today's leaders apply timeless wisdom to modern challenges, creating workplaces and communities where people lead with integrity, communicate with compassion, and make decisions that have a meaningful and positive impact on their lives and their industry.
"If power is given to us, what we do with it,
now, matters."
- Madhuri Amma
Who Should Attend?
Participants will:
Managers and Leaders
Mentors and Coaches
Team Leads and Supervisors
Aspiring Leaders
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Gain tools for cultivating self-awareness and inner clarity
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Learn to communicate with empathy and confidence
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Strengthen relationships and learn to mentor efficiently
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Bring synergy and purpose to a team, and sustain that during times of stress or change.
Testimonials from Today's Leaders
Madhuri Amma’s Vedic History sessions have brought a remarkable transformation in the way I think, respond, and approach challenges.
One of the most powerful learnings for me has been the ability to focus on one problem at a time, while simultaneously navigating a pool of complex challenges without losing sight of the bigger picture. I have learned to step back, understand the situation with greater clarity, evaluate multiple possibilities, and consciously choose the solution that is most appropriate.
These sessions have taught me how to remain calm and centered in the midst of complexity. That inner calm has become a powerful strength—helping me think clearly and perform with confidence even when faced with challenging situations.
I am deeply grateful to Madhuri Amma for these invaluable teachings.
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Karthik, 43
Vice President
Global Financial Services
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I am deeply grateful to my Guru, Madhuri Amma, for helping me find my current job. During my job search, She taught me perseverance, hard work and patience. Once I began the role, She taught me that true leadership begins with learning to lead myself and others from within. Her guidance has helped me navigate challenges, communicate openly, continue learning and growing. She taught me how to manage up effectively, how to understand and meet my manager’s expectations, while maintaining a good work life balance.
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Radhika
Director
Retirement Strategies Tech
Madhuri Amma is my Coach, Mentor, Spiritual Mother and Guru, whose presence in my life has been nothing short of transformational. She has literally touched every aspect of my life, by helping me become more self-aware with so much kindness and compassion that I cannot describe.
Madhuri Amma helped me overcome fears and take on challenges at my workplace and in life, that I could not have dreamed of doing before I met Her. This has made a huge difference in my ability to deal with not just the workplace but all life situations, conflicts and schedule overloads with strength and calm without getting bogged down by them.
Madhuri Amma’s guidance has consistently resulted in decisions that have made positive impacts on my professional journey and life at large.
I thank You with all my heart, Amma!
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Lavanya, 50
Operational Lead for a Major Software Acquisition Program
What began as a simple online purchase over 15 years ago blossomed into one of the most transformative relationships of my life — and for that, I am forever grateful to Madhuri Amma. I never imagined that our initial client interaction would evolve into a profound mentoring journey, but Madhuri Amma has an extraordinary ability to see potential in people and nurture it with unwavering dedication. Through Her life coaching and leadership coaching sessions, She has helped me grow in ways I never thought possible — building my confidence, sharpening my vision, and empowering me to navigate challenges with resilience and purpose. What makes Madhuri Amma truly exceptional is her deep commitment to uplifting women in their careers; She tirelessly encourages, coaches, and champions countless women to step into their full potential and pursue leadership paths with courage. Her positive impact on my life is immeasurable.
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Swarna, 50
Senior Cloud Application Architect
Information Technology Services
For over 15 years in leadership roles, I searched for what truly defines great leadership. I found that answer through my Guru Madhuri Amma's teachings and workshops. Rooted in the wisdom of our ancient Hindu Puranas, Her guidance taught me that leadership is not about titles or authority, but about humility, service, compassion, focus and uplifting others.
Her teachings on spirituality, mental well-being, community service, work-life balance, and purposeful living have transformed both my personal and professional life. They continue to help me stay grounded in success, resilient through challenges, and compassionate toward others."Madhuri Amma did not just change how I think, she has transformed how I live and execute.
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Priya, 51
Senior Director, Software Engineering
Major health insurance company, USA
Testimonials from the Leaders of the Future
I was someone who struggled a lot with perfectionism and procrastination - I often felt overwhelmed and never got started on the task at all.
Madhuri Amma helped me start paying attention to the thought patterns that were driving my behavior - She helped me see how I was choosing fear over faith, self-confidence, and action. As I've started noticing those thoughts, I have found it easier to ignore them and continue on to action - and also ask my team for help. At work, this means I feel more confident trying out new ideas and implement them quickly, instead of staying stuck trying to 'perfect' an idea before acting on it or involving others. I feel so free! Thank You, Amma!
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Divya, 34
Curriculum Specialist
R1 University, USA
Madhuri Amma gave me the confidence and taught me how to communicate professionally in the work place.
For example, I faced a sensitive workplace issue, Madhuri Amma stepped in with the exact guidance I needed. She taught me how to articulate my concerns with clarity and professionalism. Amma explained to me the importance of having difficult conversations and to see them not as obstacles, but as essential steps for my personal and career growth. Thanks to Amma, I was able to address the situation and find a solution going forward.
I am so grateful for Amma’s guidance as I grow in my career!
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Manasa, 23
CAR-T Manufacturing Operator, Biopharmaceuticals, USA
Amma’s teachings have changed the way I look at my professional life and what it means to be successful. Earlier in my career, I was caught up in the material world and felt the need to chase promotions, money, and success because that was the path I saw everyone around me taking.
However, Amma’s teachings have helped me understand the importance of duty, discipline, and doing everything with love. Implementing duty and discipline would mean showing up and giving my 100%, while also prioritizing balance. Doing everything with love would mean always communicating with respect and honesty with my team, and handling sensitive matters with diplomacy.
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Monika, 28​
Health Informatics Consultant
Health Insurance, USA
At my workplace, there is a constant pressure to outperform others. That mentality was creating stress in me for a very long time. I was trying hard to fit in with the others, exerting myself, over-working and not respecting family time at all.
Through Amma's Guidance, I learnt what is really expected of me, an employee, and that I do not have to follow the crowd, but I need to strive to be a better version of myself each day, do my part with sincerity. When I was confident about my work and did my part with dedication, results showed up, and this time I did not feel overwhelmed or exhausted. I stopped running negative thoughts about work and am facing the day with more positivity.
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Aarthi, 25
Software Development Engineer
Tech Industry, India
As a Senior Software Developer while pursuing my Master’s in Computer Science in parallel, time management has been really critical for me. Amma’s teachings have really helped me learn how to schedule my tasks and prioritize them on a day-to-day basis. She has taught me the importance of prioritizing what truly matters, planning ahead, and being disciplined with how I use my time. This has really helped me balance my responsibilities at work and academics without feeling overwhelmed.
Together, Amma’s teachings and guidance have helped me become more disciplined with my time and more balanced in managing my responsibilities. Thank You Amma!
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Ajay, 25
Senior Software Developer
Tech Industry, India
Amma has created a tremendous impact on my office ethics and in helping me push forward in my career. She taught me key lessons on how to make everyone in the workplace happy while at the same time not overworking myself.Amma also taught me how to communicate effectively and approach conversations with others in a way that makes my opinions more impactful. She guided me on this over and over until I was able to apply it in my daily life.Amma guides me each and every day on how to be a better person in the workplace and outside, and I have so much gratitude for that!
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Shiyaam, 26
Real Asset Investment Associate
Alternative Investments, USA