Broken Algorithm: Something Between You and Me ♥

You know what's funny about being in your thirties? Everyone assumes you have it figured out. Your LinkedIn shows "Head of Sales" and your parents finally stop asking when you'll get a "real job." But here's what they don't tell you about professional success: it doesn't automatically solve your relationship spreadsheet.
My name is Varun Sharma, I'm 34, and I've been trying to crack the code of love since my early twenties. One unsuccessful marriage, growing insecurity around my capabilities, and one increasingly concerned family WhatsApp group that's convinced I'll never find love again.
"Beta, you're not getting any younger," Mummy says during our weekly video calls, as if my biological clock comes with quarterly performance reviews. But I'm not just any guy anymore—I'm a corporate guy. I think in sales funnels, customer acquisition costs, and retention strategies. And according to my data, I'm basically the BlackBerry of the dating world—once relevant, now just confusing.
They say Third Time's the Charm. In January 2020, I was about to find out if that algorithm holds true.


About Abhishek
Abhishek Mittal is a seasoned M&A professional with over 18 years of experience in management consulting. He has worked on multi-billion dollar deals across various industries and geographies, leading and managing teams of consultants. He has also taught at one of India’s top business schools, sharing his practical knowledge with aspiring leaders. Abhishek has a wide range of skills and specializes in M&A operations, such as project and program management, operating model design, process improvement, synergy analysis, and operational due diligence. He is a trusted advisor and thought leader known for his excellence and strategic vision.

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