Grit, Grace and Growth - Unfiltered Leadership Lessons Written by Abdul Nasir Shaikh & Illustrated by Abhijit Kothawale
In Grit, Grace and Growth – Unfiltered Leadership Lessons, Abdul Nasir Shaikh draws upon a lifetime of experiences shaped by humility, heritage, and hard-earned wisdom to deliver 51 deeply personal yet universally resonant leadership lessons. Woven with insights from his journey across continents, from hospitality boardrooms to entrepreneurial boardrooms... this book is not just a guide to leading others, but a call to lead oneself with authenticity, courage, and purpose.
Rooted in values passed down by his mother and inspired by moments of resilience, compassion, and reflection, each chapter offers actionable takeaways and introspective prompts for today’s leaders, aspiring changemakers, and those seeking meaning beyond metrics. A blend of storytelling and strategy, Grit, Grace and Growth invites readers to embrace the unfiltered truth behind leadership, that it is as much about strength as it is about softness.
Elevating the narrative further, the book features stunning, thought-provoking illustrations by the gifted Abhijit Kothawale, each artwork a visual echo of the emotions and lessons captured in its pages.
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Abdul Nasir Ahmed Shaikh
Abdul Nasir Shaikh is an award-winning leader, entrepreneur, and coach with over 25 years of experience across hospitality, education, and consulting. Formerly the General Manager and Chairman of the Marriott India Business Council, and later the Group CEO of The Lexicon Group, he has now transitioned into entrepreneurship as the Founder of Total Consulting and Mentoring Collective LLP and Ahmed Luxury Products LLP.
A firm believer in values-driven leadership, Abdul Nasir holds a Master’s degree in Mediation and Conflict Resolution, for which he received a Gold Medal and Citation of Excellence from MNLU, Mumbai. His diverse career across India, Oman, Tanzania, and Azerbaijan shapes his holistic approach to leadership, personal growth, and legacy building.
In his book, Grit, Grace and Growth – Unfiltered Leadership Lessons, he distills a lifetime of experiences and insights into 51 lessons inspired by the enduring influence of his mother– a heartfelt tribute to resilience, empathy, and authentic leadership.
Bringing the soul of the book to life through visuals is Abhijit Kothawale, an accomplished artist with two decades of experience in the technology industry. Passionate about storytelling, Abhijit transforms human experiences into evocative visual narratives, enriching each chapter with emotional depth and artistic resonance.
Based in Pune, Abdul Nasir continues to coach leaders, mentor entrepreneurs, and consult with organizations to unlock growth and build brands with purpose and heart. A storyteller at heart and strategist by experience, he finds joy in mindfulness, golf, watches, and learning from his young son, Ayaan – his greatest teacher yet.
