When emotional intelligence meets operational excellence, leadership—and love—are redefined.In Hearts & Hierarchies, Vedula Rameswara Sharma presents a genre-bending story that fuses corporate strategy with human connection. Set in a high-stakes logistics organization, the novel traces the journey of Ananya, a visionary strategist, and Rohan, a disciplined operations head, as they battle collapsing supply chains, boardroom politics, and the evolving rhythm of respect.But beneath the surface of romance and rivalry lies a living leadership framework. Through Vedula’s signature models—FUNDA for transformation, OREO for emotionally intelligent communication, and the Pendulum Trust Model—this story transforms into a hands-on guide to leading with empathy, managing with purpose, and communicating with integrity.More than a love story, Hearts & Hierarchies is a blueprint for trust, transformation, and timeless leadership. With every chapter, readers discover practical wisdom to:Apply strategic thinking to personal and professional decision‑makingBalance structure and sensitivity in leadershipFoster trust through emotional intelligenceDesign daily rituals that sustain relationships and resultsFor readers who believe leadership begins with the heart, this book offers a refreshing take on legacy building—where ambition and affection coexist, and respect becomes the new romance.Step into a story that teaches, uplifts, and transforms. Hearts & Hierarchies will change how you lead, how you love, and how you leave your mark.

Naveen Saxena is a leadership strategist and lifelong learner helping individuals and organizations adapt and thrive in the AI-driven era. His work bridges the gap between technology and humanity through digital transformation, innovation, and purpose-driven leadership.Based in Germany, Naveen’s global experience spans India, Australia, UK, Sweden, Belgium, Poland, and Switzerland — where he has collaborated with industry leaders such as Infosys, HCL, Westpac, Proximus, H&M, Cognizant, Hitachi Energy , Sartorius and many more.An alumnus of ABES Engineering College and the IIM Bangalore Executive in Innovation and Transformation, Naveen continues to mentor and inspire future-ready professionals worldwide.Connect with Naveen: Email: Naveen.connectme@gmail.comManali Raj is a doctoral researcher and PhD candidate specializing in Agile practices and organizational psychology. A Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and ISTQB-certified professional, she combines over six years of experience in sales, stakeholder management, and quality engineering with academic research on team collaboration and Agile transformation.Her research focuses on the human side of Agile—exploring how trust, motivation, and adaptability drive performance, innovation, and resilience in modern organizations. Having lived across Germany, Australia, the UK, Belgium, and India, Ms. Raj brings a truly global perspective to her work, blending analytical rigor with empathy and cultural insight.Before pursuing her PhD, she successfully led client engagements and regional sales operations in the medical technology sector, achieving outstanding results while ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, CE, and FDA standards.Connect with Manali: Email: Manali.raj0@gmail.com

My name is Reshma, and my journey has been shaped by curiosity, learning, and the quiet determination to grow into the best version of myself. I was never someone who lived with a rigid plan or a fixed idea of success. Instead, life unfolded for me in chapters—each one revealing a new lesson, a new opportunity, and a new direction I hadn’t imagined before. I grew up believing that every experience carries a message, and that has guided me through my education, work, and personal evolution. My academic path eventually led me to IIM Kozhikode, an experience that expanded not just my knowledge but my perspective of the world. From leadership roles in college to diverse professional experiences in analytics, strategy, and operations, I learned to adapt, collaborate, and think with clarity even in challenging situations. But the most powerful growth I experienced was internal. Life taught me resilience—not through dramatic events, but through everyday challenges that demanded discipline, self-awareness, and the courage to keep moving forward. I learned that growth is rarely loud. It happens quietly, in moments when no one is watching, in decisions that seem small but later become turning points. Every step of my journey pushed me to rise above fear, insecurity, and doubt. I learned to trust myself more, rely on my strengths, and build a mindset rooted in gratitude. I came to understand that success is not something we chase—it is something we grow into when we learn to show up consistently for ourselves. What shaped me most was the realization that we are all work in progress. We evolve, we outgrow versions of ourselves, and we discover new layers of strength the moment we decide to choose ourselves. My story is not about dramatic highs and lows—it is about the steady climb, the inner shift, and the power of self-belief. Over the years, I have met people, taken paths, and embraced experiences that expanded my understanding of who I am and what I want to contribute to the world. This book reflects that journey—not as a retelling of events, but as a collection of insights, reflections, and lessons that helped me transform from someone who simply moved with life to someone who consciously creates her life. Today, I stand grounded, grateful, and continuously evolving. I share my story not as someone who has figured everything out, but as someone who has learned to rise every time life whispered a new direction. My journey is a reminder that the greatest transformation begins within—and that every individual has the power to rise above their own feats and become who they were meant to be.