Khurshed
Dordi, business and leadership coach
and former global CXO with over 30 years at banks such as Deutsche Bank, HSBC, and ANZ
Grindlays, has launched his debut book The Art of Conversation, published
by Penguin Random House India in
association with The Sunflower Seeds.

Speaking about why he wrote the book, Khurshed Dordi said:

“In
boardrooms, in families, and even in friendships, I noticed that conversations
were becoming transactional rather than transformational. I wrote this book
because I believe the ability to truly converse—with empathy, curiosity, and
presence—is the single most important skill to build trust and to create
lasting impact in both professional and personal life.”

On representing and marketing the book, Preeti Chaturvedi, CEO of The Sunflower
Seeds, said:

“We were
immediately drawn to Khurshed’s manuscript because it speaks to a universal
hunger in today’s world—to feel heard, understood, and connected. At The
Sunflower Seeds, we believe in representing voices that can inspire change, and The Art of Conversation does
exactly that. Khurshed’s wisdom is not just for leaders, but for anyone who
values the power of human connection.”

Commenting on the publication, Radhika Marwah, Executive
Editor at Penguin Random House India, said:

“Khurshed’s
book is a refreshing reminder that conversations are not just about exchanging
words, but about creating meaning and building relationships. At Penguin Random
House India, we are delighted to bring this work to readers because it
addresses a fundamental need of our times—the ability to slow down, listen
deeply, and connect authentically.”

The Art of Conversation is now available across major bookstores and online platforms.

Khurshed
Dordi is a business and leadership coach with over 30 years of experience as a global CXO at leading international
banks including Deutsche Bank, HSBC,
and ANZ Grindlays. Known for his
ability to blend business acumen with a people-first approach, Dordi has
mentored leaders, shaped organizations, and championed meaningful dialogue as a
cornerstone of effective leadership. The Art of Conversation is his debut
book.

The Sunflower
Seeds is India’s leading full-service literary agency, offering a one-stop solution for authors to get
their books published and marketed. The agency specializes in book publishing and book marketing
strategies designed to help authors effectively reach and engage with their
target audience.