Consulting

Over in Old Washerment Pet, things have a very specific feel to them. My office is at No 15 Muniapan Street, right in the heart of this busy part of Chennai. The streets here are narrow and always full of life, which I’ve grown to love over the years. My consulting business isn't tucked away in some tall glass tower; it is right here on the ground where everything is happening. The salt air from the coast sometimes makes the metal parts of my desk a bit rusty, but that’s just life in Chennai 600021. I have a small sign, but most people just know this is where the Consulting office is. Inside, it is usually a bit cluttered with papers and maps. I don't follow a strict corporate schedule. If I’m here, the light is on, and the door is probably unlocked. I’ve spent many hours sitting under the fan, talking to local shopkeepers or residents who need a bit of help with their projects. It’s a very hands-on way of doing things. I don’t believe in making things more complicated than they need to be. We just sit, have a glass of water, and talk through whatever is on their mind. It’s a small operation, and I like it that way because it allows me to stay connected to Muniapan Street and the people who live and work around here. Most of my regulars just walk in without even knocking.