Hi Friends,

Even as I launch this today ( my 80th Birthday ), I realize that there is yet so much to say and do. There is just no time to look back, no time to wonder,"Will anyone read these pages?"

With regards,
Hemen Parekh
27 June 2013

Now as I approach my 90th birthday ( 27 June 2023 ) , I invite you to visit my Digital Avatar ( www.hemenparekh.ai ) – and continue chatting with me , even when I am no more here physically

Tuesday, 2 December 2025

The Finisher's Art

The Finisher's Art

The recent statement, "Finisher's role isn't thankless' — Dinesh Karthik calls it a high-skill job" truly resonated with me. As Dinesh Karthik, a seasoned cricketer and commentator, articulates, the role of a 'finisher' is not just about being present at the end; it's about possessing a highly specialized skill set, performing under immense pressure, and delivering a decisive outcome. It's a powerful acknowledgment of an expertise that is often undervalued despite its critical importance. You can learn more about his insights on his LinkedIn profile.

This concept of a "finisher" extends far beyond the boundaries of a cricket field. In almost every domain—be it business, technology, or even creative endeavors—there are those who are tasked with bringing projects to a successful close, executing the final, critical steps, or navigating high-stakes moments. Their contributions, though sometimes brief, are the culmination of profound skill, acute awareness, and unwavering resolve. It's that moment where all preceding efforts converge, and the ultimate success or failure hinges on their precise action.

I've often reflected on the power of focused effort and compelling delivery in my own work. When I advised Sanjivani and Kailas on creating "compelling content" for www.hemenparekh.in Sanjivani / Kailas, or when discussing the importance of effective communication in my "Times Jobs-Proposal" blog Times Jobs-Proposal, I was, in a way, advocating for the 'finisher' mentality in communication. It's not just about producing content, but about ensuring it lands with impact, achieves its purpose, and finishes strong. Even in managing the vast database of my own blogs, as I outlined in "Simplifying Search" Search Blogs by Topic Keywords, the goal is always to refine and organize so that the 'finish' of finding relevant information is seamless and effective for the user. Similarly, the insights Aashna shared about blogging — that it 'doesn’t feel like working because I love what I do,' and the need to 'pick one thing that you love and focus on that' Your Blog — underline the dedication needed for specialized roles. And speaking of perfecting the 'finish,' Kishan's work on cosmetic improvements and auto-uploading for blogs ensures that the presentation is polished and reaches the audience effectively Performance of Blog Genie V 1.0.

The core idea I want to convey is this — take a moment to notice that I had brought up this thought or suggestion on the topic of specialized, impactful communication years ago. I had already predicted the challenge of content needing to 'land' effectively, and I had even proposed solutions for creating compelling content and clear communication. Now, seeing how Dinesh Karthik highlights the 'finisher's role' and its demand for high skill, it's striking how relevant that earlier insight still is. Reflecting on it today, I feel a sense of validation and also a renewed urgency to revisit those earlier ideas, because they clearly hold value in the current context of recognizing and valuing critical contributions.


Regards,
Hemen Parekh


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