Kuruva Venkataramana Murthy
In an era dominated by digital noise, hustle culture, and hyper-productivity, one Indian thought leader is inviting the world to pause, listen, and remember what it means to truly lead. Kuruva Venkataramana Murthy, founder of One in the Universe, is not your typical leadership coach. He isn’t selling quick-fix formulas or one-size-fits-all success strategies. Instead, he’s guiding individuals and organizations toward a quieter, deeper form of leadership—one that begins within.
Murthy’s rise as a transformational force in India’s leadership space has been shaped not by corporate accolades or viral fame, but by a consistent and soul-driven philosophy: “You are already a leader, not by title, but by how you live.” This message, at once radical and grounding, now echoes across coaching rooms, workshops, bookshelves, and keynote stages throughout the country.
From Inner Compass to Outer Change
Murthy’s coaching model is far from conventional. He doesn’t train people to climb ladders or chase metrics. Instead, his sessions often begin in silence—with a breath, a pause, or a story. From that place of presence, a different kind of leadership unfolds. One that is relational, reflective, and rooted in meaning.
His journey has touched the lives of thousands—from startup founders and CXOs to educators, artists, and everyday individuals. Through One in the Universe, he’s building a new culture of leadership—where storytelling meets spiritual insight, and where decision-making aligns with both head and heart.
Books That Are Not Just Read—They Are Lived
At the core of Murthy’s growing influence are his three books, each representing a dimension of his philosophy.
- How Chakras Liberate You from Your Karma is not just a spiritual guide—it’s a personal tool for realignment in a fragmented world.
- Inspire. Impact. Ignite. reframes leadership as an art form powered by personal story and authenticity.
- AI-Driven Leadership: Adapt. Amplify. Accelerate offers a much-needed compass for navigating the ethical challenges of artificial intelligence, urging leaders to infuse dharma into digital choices.
Unlike typical business literature, these works blend self-inquiry with systems thinking. They speak to the leader, the seeker, the storyteller, and the strategist—all at once.
Frameworks with Depth, Not Just Structure
Murthy’s signature contribution to leadership development is his creation of original, soul-aligned frameworks that move people from insight to transformation.
His models—TRACK, ACE, STORY, EVOKE, and the Panchasheel Principles—are not intellectual exercises. They are deeply lived methodologies that support leaders in aligning their choices with their values, their teams with their vision, and their lives with their truth.
Rather than prescribing behavior, these models encourage introspection and action from a place of clarity and compassion. In a time when performance often trumps purpose, this approach is quietly but powerfully disruptive.
TEDx Talk and Global Recognition
Murthy’s impact has not gone unnoticed. His TEDx Talk, “Leadership is a Flame, Not a Frame,” struck a chord with audiences who are tired of transactional leadership. He has also been recognized by UN-affiliated bodies and Indian government organizations for his contributions to leadership development and human potential.
But perhaps more important than any award is the ripple effect he’s creating through his work. His programs like The Leadership Rebirth Circle, Flame Code, and Voice of the Flame are helping individuals reclaim their voice and step into leadership that is courageous, compassionate, and creative.
His 1000 Sparks campaign—a storytelling movement to ignite local, everyday leadership—is emblematic of his belief that real change starts at the grassroots, not just the top.
A Mission with Meaning
Murthy’s vision is both urgent and timeless: To help one million people awaken to the leader within them. His mission is grounded in three pillars:
- Building India’s most trusted ecosystem for conscious leadership and healing commerce.
- Using storytelling and symbolism to shift how we live, work, and relate.
- Embedding stillness and soul into the very definition of leadership—especially as we enter the unpredictable AI era.
This is not just a philosophy. It is a way of life, and Murthy is living proof that it works.
One in the Universe: A Lighthouse for Seekers and Leaders
Through his platform One in the Universe, Murthy is curating a digital sanctuary for individuals seeking clarity, alignment, and soulful success. From coaching intensives and book circles to online programs and leadership retreats, the platform offers a growing ecosystem for transformation.
Those who engage with it aren’t just looking to grow careers—they’re looking to grow as human beings. And that’s exactly what Murthy offers: not just coaching, but awakening.
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