Description
Getting to success is one thing—staying there is another.
In this powerful follow-up to his acclaimed book Getting There, Samir Deokuliar explores what it takes to sustain character, integrity, and purpose once the applause fades. Drawing from real-life stories, leadership lessons, and personal reflection, Staying There offers ten practical principles to help you navigate life’s pressures without losing your way.
Through his warm, conversational style, Samir invites you to look inward—shunning pride, managing your finances, nurturing relationships, staying ethical, and finishing strong. Each chapter ends with Reflect & Act sections that turn insight into daily practice, making the book a personal workshop for long-term growth.
Whether you’re an emerging leader, seasoned professional, or simply someone who wants to live well and finish well, Staying There will challenge and equip you to hold steady in a world that celebrates speed over substance.
Praise for Staying There
“Whether a leader, student, or homemaker, this is a must-read for lasting achievement and impact.”
— Kaushik Mitra, CFO PepsiCo India
“Invaluable advice for all who desire enduring fruit from their lives. Study it and apply its lessons to your life and work.”
— David Devenish, Apostolic Leader, Newfrontiers, Author of Succession of Multiplication
“Meaningful perspectives for today’s context of balancing remote work, productivity, and collaboration.”
— Farha Ahmad, Director, Nagarro Software
“Each nugget is so well explained – simple but powerful. Thank you for helping me become a good finisher .”
— Arun Samuel, Chairman & Managing Director, Wings Group of Companies
Product Details
- Title: Staying There: Ten Nuggets to Avoid Life’s Pitfalls
- Format: Hard cover with Jacket, blind embossing & spot varnish
- Publication Date: November 2025
- ISBN: 978-81-993589-0-4
- Publisher: Ebenezer Printing House (c/o Humane)
Amit Jotwani –
Samir is a modern day Krishna, an elder brother & guide, gently dispensing wisdom which seems timeless yet practical & relevant for today’s times.The chapters on managing money & taking care of our health are simple and yet can go a long way in enhancing our lives.Thanks Samir for this gem of a book.
Ameeta Bahadur –
I recently completed reading Staying There, and I would like to express how deeply it impacted me. I especially appreciated the simplicity and clarity of the writing, which allowed me to read it in one sitting!!
Providentially, I read it during a Leadership Management Course held in Kathmandu, where I was serving on the facilitating team. Sunday, February 8th, was observed as a Day of Solitude, and the timing could not have been more meaningful. As I read, it felt as though Samir was personally sharing the stories and lessons, thoughtfully revealing the profound truths behind them. In a world where success often brings distraction and misplaced priorities, it is remarkably easy to lose focus after reaching the top rung of the ladder. Samir has articulated so powerfully—and so simply—that discipline, humility, and consistent spiritual practice are indispensable for truly “staying there.”
I loved this, and I quote from the book – “Then I realised that growth could also be found in stillness – in the quiet, the waiting, when nothing seems to move. It’s not always about speed or action; sometimes slowing down is how we grow within.”
And I was reading this, sitting calmly all by myself, surrounded by nature in the Botanical Gardens in Kathmandu. It was indeed a surreal feeling.
Ratnam George –
The book Staying There presents its ideas as “nuggets,” making it easy for me to read in short sittings at my age, in my mid-nineties. I made notes to help me remember the lessons.
Crichelle Georgina Mendonca (verified owner) –
Having read Getting There, I was really looking forward to Staying There and it did not disappoint. Profound, Personal and Practical is a hard balance to do, but Samir’s life experiences, so kindly shared really helped me introspect. It was so good that I also found it to be the perfect gift.
Sumreng Kom –
Staying There is a deeply insightful and relatable book. The author’s genuineness and vulnerability, shared through honest stories, make it both inspiring and compelling. Rather than offering formulas or step-by-step leadership techniques, the book beautifully portrays the values and principles that shape a leader’s life. It is especially meaningful for anyone, like me, who aspires to grow into a leader marked by character, faithfulness, and authenticity.
Munawwar Naseem –
Reading this book feels like having an honest conversation with someone unafraid to celebrate their own imperfections and vulnerabilities. I was immediately hooked by the narration as every insight resonated deeply and challenged me to reflect on my own life choices. This is essential reading for anyone seeking to learn from lived experience and create a more meaningful life for themselves and others.
Lucas Caldeira CEO- ASHS (verified owner) –
An outstanding book with super practical insights on after getting there to ” Staying there”. The nuggets are gentle and nudges you to read the full course of the book without putting it aside. I would highly recommend every individual from corporate and private companies to read the book. The wisdom, knowledge and thoughts will take you a long way in accomplishing your goals in life. Samir is a brilliant author and deserves applause for another stupendous write. Wishing him all the success in his personal and professional walk of life.
Christina Nuthalapaty –
This book is a deep, soul-searching journey—raw, vulnerable, and profoundly relatable. Samir doesn’t offer quick-fix “10 nuggets” or feel-good platitudes. Instead, he pours out wisdom shaped by real life.What struck me most is how the book invites you to pause, reflect, and truly sit with your own thoughts. It’s not the kind of book you simply read and move on from. It lingers. It nudges. It makes you look inward. Samir’s honesty feels like a hand on your shoulder, challenging you gently but firmly to understand yourself better.
This is a book that stays with you—one that offers not just insight, but the wisdom to remain present with your own journey.
Rahul Rao –
Staying There is more than just a good read, it is a multivitamin for our soul. If Getting There helped the flight take off , Staying There will help us to get on cruise control, even in the midst of a turbulent weather. Samir has written a manual to thrive in life!
Tim Fischer (verified owner) –
I’ve had the privilege of seeing the manuscript of Staying There earlier than most people, and it is a most welcome follow up. Most people have goals, some actually reach those goals, but even then, many fail to sustain success. In this book, instead of introducing us to 10 nuggets for success, Samir introduces us to 10 critical pitfalls that can cause us to fall from success. He shows how small compromises can slowly erode your integrity and stability over time. And again, it is down to earth relatable wisdom, not ethereal wisdom. The reflection exercises in the end turn the book into a personal workshop, that helps bring the wisdom down to earth and apply it in your actual life.