Who told you that you have to win to be worthy?
In this conversation, we unpack how competition silently shapes our identities, workplaces, and communities – and what it really means to uncompete in a world obsessed with hustle and “survival of the fittest.”
My guest today, Ruchika (author of Inclusion on Purpose and Uncompete), shares how growing up between a hyper-competitive father and an abundantly kind mother shaped her lens on success, scarcity, and belonging. We talk about Singapore’s nation-building story, Darwinism myths, “diversity hire” narratives, burnout, hustle culture, and why so many of us still operate from scarcity even when our basic needs are met.
Ruchika Malhotra- Diversity Inc…
We also explore what younger generations are already doing differently – saying “I’m not opting into this” – and how we can redefine ambition, build more spacious lives, and champion each other without feeling like someone else’s win means our loss.
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Our Guest
Ruchika — Author, Inclusion & Equity Strategist
Ruchika is the author of Inclusion on Purpose and Uncompete, and a leading voice on equity, inclusion, and reimagining success beyond competition and hustle culture. Her work has been featured in outlets like Harvard Business Review, and she advises leaders and organizations around the world on how to build workplaces rooted in belonging and abundance.
Ruchika Malhotra- Diversity Inc
Key Takeaways
💬 If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly behind, constantly competing, or constantly comparing yourself online, this conversation is for you.
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