Thirukkural verse (in Tamil script)
செவிகைப்பச் சொற்பொறுக்கும் பண்புடை வேந்தன்
கவிகைக்கீழ்த் தங்கும் உலகு
Transliteration:
Sevikaippa sorporukkum panbudai vendhan
Kavikaikkeezhth thangum ulagu
English translation:
The world will come under the umbrella of the king who has the ability to listen to harsh words and bear them patiently.
Startup application: This Thirukkural offers valuable insights for modern business leaders and startup founders:
- Open communication: Encourages leaders to create an environment where team members can speak freely, even if it means hearing criticism.
- Emotional intelligence: Emphasizes the importance of managing one’s emotions, particularly in the face of negative feedback.
- Conflict resolution: Suggests that leaders who can handle disagreements calmly are more likely to succeed in resolving conflicts.
- Customer feedback: Implies the value of being receptive to customer complaints and criticisms for improving products or services.
- Resilience: Highlights the need for leaders to be resilient in the face of challenges and setbacks.
