Thanks to Nithya for sharing this
Warm Greetings !
A talented young boy was also very lazy.He would waste his time sleeping or watch TV, he never put his talentsto any use. One day, his uncle came to his house for a visit. It was lateat night and there was no electricity.
The uncle immediately lit two candles.He placed one under a bowl and the other under a behind a chair. The youngboy laughed. “Uncle, how strange! Why are you placing the candles underthe bowl or behind the chair? Of what use are these candles, now that theirlight has been hidden?”
The uncle smiled. “Just as it is withthese candles, so it is with us. Talent if hidden or not put to any gooduse is of no benefit to anyone. Do not be like a candle whose light ishidden, be a candle whose light shines out, dispelling darkness.”The boyunderstood the wisdom of his uncle’s words.
We are all blessed with talents andunique abilities, which will only be realized if we harness them. You are the light.
Do not let your light grow dim by hidingit from view, but shine like a beacon of light and make it shinning dayahead !
Wednesday, December 07, 2011
Saturday, July 30, 2011
Thursday, April 14, 2011
MONEY IS YOURS BUT RESOURCES BELONG TO THE SOCIETY.
I am not sure, how true the below quoted incident is.. But I abide to its moral.
Germany is a highly industrialised country. It produces top brands like Benz, BMW, Siemens etc.
The nuclear reactor pump is made in a small town in this country. In such a country, many will think its people lead a luxurious life. At least that was my impression before my study trip.
When I arrived at Hamburg, my colleagues who work in Hamburg arranged a welcome party for me in a restaurant.
As we walked into the restaurant, we noticed that a lot of tables were empty.There was a table where a young couple was having their meal. There were only two dishes and two cans of beer on the table. I wondered if such simple meal could be romantic, and whether the girl will leave this stingy guy.
There were a few old ladies on another table. When a dish is served, the waiter would distribute the food for them, and they would finish every bit of the food on their plates.
We did not pay much attention to them, as we were looking forward to the dishes we ordered. As we were hungry, our local colleague ordered more food for us.
As the restaurant was quiet, the food came quite fast. Since there were other activities arranged for us, we did not spend much time dining. When we left, there was still about one third of unconsumed food on the table.
When we were leaving the restaurant, we heard someone calling us. We noticed the old ladies in the restaurant were talking about us to the restaurant owner. When they spoke to us in English, we understood that they were unhappy about us wasting so much food. We immediately felt that they were really being too busybody.
"We paid for our food, it is none of your business how much food we left behind," my colleague Gui told the old ladies.
The old ladies were furious. One of them immediately took her hand phone out and made a call to someone. After a while, a man in uniform claimed to be an officer from the Social Security organization arrived. Upon knowing what the dispute was, he issued us a 50 Mark fine.
We all kept quiet. The local colleague took out a 50 Mark note and
repeatedly apologized to the officer.
The officer told us in a stern voice,
"ORDER WHAT YOU CAN CONSUME, MONEY IS YOURS BUT RESOURCES BELONG TO THE SOCIETY. THERE ARE MANY OTHERS IN THE WORLD WHO ARE FACING SHORTAGE OF RESOURCES. YOU HAVE NO REASON TO WASTE RESOURCES.´”
Our face turned red. We all agreed with him in our hearts. The mindset of people of this rich country put all of us to shame.
WE REALLY NEED TO REFLECT ON THIS.
We are from country which is not very rich in resources.
To save face, we order large quantity and also waste food when we give others a treat.
THIS LESSON TAUGHT US A LESSON TO THINK SERIOUSLY ABOUT CHANGING OUR BAD HABITS.
A similar system exists in Singapore 'All you can eat buffet restaurant'.
Here one can eat for $12.90 and if you waste food the left our food is
weighed and every 100 grams is charged at $ 4.50.
PLEASE DO NOT WASTE FOOD AND WATER EVEN IF IT IS FREE
Similar Incident happened to me while Travelling in Train.(Kannur to Ernakulam)
There was a foreigner couple traveling with me.The TTR ( Ticket Checker ) while checking their ticket found that the ticket was booked for four passengers.But Actually only 2 were traveling.the TTR politely asked where the other 2 passengers are.That gentleman replied that they went to Loo... The TTR became suspicious and said that he will wait for the train to reach next station (Calicut) and then he will confirm the tickets.The train reached next station and the situation was the same.The TTR informed them that as per Indian Railways Rules,he will cancel the other 2 passengers ticket and the money will be refunded and the seats will be allotted to waiting list tickets. The couple got angry and started abusing the TTR.They said its their money and they have booked 4 tickets just to travel comfortably. the Argument was ON and the Railway Police team was called it.The couple were rude even to them. I was watching the entire thing and decided to step in . I asked the Couple why didn't they choose to book the entire Train cabin (72 Seats) if tey had money. Else why didn't they book a chartered flight to travel.I put across the above moral and said MONEY IS YOURS BUT RESOURCES BELONG TO THE SOCIETY.Finally the Couple gave up the other 2 seats and it was allotted to the waitlisted passengers
Germany is a highly industrialised country. It produces top brands like Benz, BMW, Siemens etc.
The nuclear reactor pump is made in a small town in this country. In such a country, many will think its people lead a luxurious life. At least that was my impression before my study trip.
When I arrived at Hamburg, my colleagues who work in Hamburg arranged a welcome party for me in a restaurant.
As we walked into the restaurant, we noticed that a lot of tables were empty.There was a table where a young couple was having their meal. There were only two dishes and two cans of beer on the table. I wondered if such simple meal could be romantic, and whether the girl will leave this stingy guy.
There were a few old ladies on another table. When a dish is served, the waiter would distribute the food for them, and they would finish every bit of the food on their plates.
We did not pay much attention to them, as we were looking forward to the dishes we ordered. As we were hungry, our local colleague ordered more food for us.
As the restaurant was quiet, the food came quite fast. Since there were other activities arranged for us, we did not spend much time dining. When we left, there was still about one third of unconsumed food on the table.
When we were leaving the restaurant, we heard someone calling us. We noticed the old ladies in the restaurant were talking about us to the restaurant owner. When they spoke to us in English, we understood that they were unhappy about us wasting so much food. We immediately felt that they were really being too busybody.
"We paid for our food, it is none of your business how much food we left behind," my colleague Gui told the old ladies.
The old ladies were furious. One of them immediately took her hand phone out and made a call to someone. After a while, a man in uniform claimed to be an officer from the Social Security organization arrived. Upon knowing what the dispute was, he issued us a 50 Mark fine.
We all kept quiet. The local colleague took out a 50 Mark note and
repeatedly apologized to the officer.
The officer told us in a stern voice,
"ORDER WHAT YOU CAN CONSUME, MONEY IS YOURS BUT RESOURCES BELONG TO THE SOCIETY. THERE ARE MANY OTHERS IN THE WORLD WHO ARE FACING SHORTAGE OF RESOURCES. YOU HAVE NO REASON TO WASTE RESOURCES.´”
Our face turned red. We all agreed with him in our hearts. The mindset of people of this rich country put all of us to shame.
WE REALLY NEED TO REFLECT ON THIS.
We are from country which is not very rich in resources.
To save face, we order large quantity and also waste food when we give others a treat.
THIS LESSON TAUGHT US A LESSON TO THINK SERIOUSLY ABOUT CHANGING OUR BAD HABITS.
A similar system exists in Singapore 'All you can eat buffet restaurant'.
Here one can eat for $12.90 and if you waste food the left our food is
weighed and every 100 grams is charged at $ 4.50.
PLEASE DO NOT WASTE FOOD AND WATER EVEN IF IT IS FREE
Similar Incident happened to me while Travelling in Train.(Kannur to Ernakulam)
There was a foreigner couple traveling with me.The TTR ( Ticket Checker ) while checking their ticket found that the ticket was booked for four passengers.But Actually only 2 were traveling.the TTR politely asked where the other 2 passengers are.That gentleman replied that they went to Loo... The TTR became suspicious and said that he will wait for the train to reach next station (Calicut) and then he will confirm the tickets.The train reached next station and the situation was the same.The TTR informed them that as per Indian Railways Rules,he will cancel the other 2 passengers ticket and the money will be refunded and the seats will be allotted to waiting list tickets. The couple got angry and started abusing the TTR.They said its their money and they have booked 4 tickets just to travel comfortably. the Argument was ON and the Railway Police team was called it.The couple were rude even to them. I was watching the entire thing and decided to step in . I asked the Couple why didn't they choose to book the entire Train cabin (72 Seats) if tey had money. Else why didn't they book a chartered flight to travel.I put across the above moral and said MONEY IS YOURS BUT RESOURCES BELONG TO THE SOCIETY.Finally the Couple gave up the other 2 seats and it was allotted to the waitlisted passengers
Monday, April 11, 2011
Anna Hazare - Lokpal Bill
Message for ALL INDIANS & EVERYONE WHO LOVES INDIA
Hi,
1. Who is Anna Hazare?
An ex-army man. Fought 1965 Indo-Pak War
2. What's so special about him?
He built a village Ralegaon Siddhi in Ahamad Nagar district, Maharashtra
3. So what?
This village is a self-sustained model village. Energy is produced in
the village itself from solar power, biofuel and wind mills.
In 1975, it used to be a poverty clad village. Now it is one of the
richest village in India. It has become a model for self-sustained,
eco-friendly & harmonic village.
4. Ok,...?
This guy, Anna Hazare was awarded Padma Bhushan and is a known figure
for his social activities.
5. Really, what is he fighting for?
He is supporting a cause, the amendment of a law to curb corruption in India.
6. How that can be possible?
He is advocating for a Bil, The Lok Pal Bill (The Citizen Ombudsman
Bill), that will form an autonomous authority who will make
politicians (ministers), beurocrats (IAS/IPS) accountable for their
deeds.
7. It's an entirely new thing right..?
In 1972, the bill was proposed by then Law minister Mr. Shanti
Bhushan. Since then it has been neglected by the politicians and some
are trying to change the bill to suit thier theft (corruption).
8. Oh.. He is going on a hunger strike for that whole thing of passing
a Bill ! How can that be possible in such a short span of time?
The first thing he is asking for is: the government should come
forward and announce that the bill is going to be passed.
Next, they make a joint committee to DRAFT the LOK PAL BILL. 50%
goverment participation and 50% public participation. Because you cant
trust the government entirely for making such a bill which does not
suit them.
9. Fine, What will happen when this bill is passed?
A LokPal will be appointed at the centre. He will have an autonomous
charge, say like the Election Commission of India. In each and every
state, Lokayukta will be appointed. The job is to bring all alleged
party to trial in case of corruptions within 1 year. Within 2 years,
the guilty will be punished. Not like, Bofors scam or Bhopal Gas
Tragedy case, that has been going for last 25 years without any
result.
10. Is he alone? Whoelse is there in the fight with Anna Hazare?
Baba Ramdev, Ex. IPS Kiran Bedi, Social Activist Swami Agnivesh, RTI
activist Arvind Kejriwal and many more.
Prominent personalities like Aamir Khan is supporting his cause.
11. Ok, got it. What can I do?
At least we can spread the message. How?
Putting status message, links, video, changing profile pics.
At least we can support Anna Hazare and the cause for uprooting
corruption from India.
At least we can hope that his Hunger Strike does not go in vain.
At least we can pray for his good health.
My humble request to all is share this and spread the word.
India awakening!
It is time for every patriotic Indian to give whole-hearted support to this mass anti-corruption movement. Physical participation will add more punch to the movement. Others can contribute in spreading the message and encouraging. We NEVER had a better chance!
Hi,
1. Who is Anna Hazare?
An ex-army man. Fought 1965 Indo-Pak War
2. What's so special about him?
He built a village Ralegaon Siddhi in Ahamad Nagar district, Maharashtra
3. So what?
This village is a self-sustained model village. Energy is produced in
the village itself from solar power, biofuel and wind mills.
In 1975, it used to be a poverty clad village. Now it is one of the
richest village in India. It has become a model for self-sustained,
eco-friendly & harmonic village.
4. Ok,...?
This guy, Anna Hazare was awarded Padma Bhushan and is a known figure
for his social activities.
5. Really, what is he fighting for?
He is supporting a cause, the amendment of a law to curb corruption in India.
6. How that can be possible?
He is advocating for a Bil, The Lok Pal Bill (The Citizen Ombudsman
Bill), that will form an autonomous authority who will make
politicians (ministers), beurocrats (IAS/IPS) accountable for their
deeds.
7. It's an entirely new thing right..?
In 1972, the bill was proposed by then Law minister Mr. Shanti
Bhushan. Since then it has been neglected by the politicians and some
are trying to change the bill to suit thier theft (corruption).
8. Oh.. He is going on a hunger strike for that whole thing of passing
a Bill ! How can that be possible in such a short span of time?
The first thing he is asking for is: the government should come
forward and announce that the bill is going to be passed.
Next, they make a joint committee to DRAFT the LOK PAL BILL. 50%
goverment participation and 50% public participation. Because you cant
trust the government entirely for making such a bill which does not
suit them.
9. Fine, What will happen when this bill is passed?
A LokPal will be appointed at the centre. He will have an autonomous
charge, say like the Election Commission of India. In each and every
state, Lokayukta will be appointed. The job is to bring all alleged
party to trial in case of corruptions within 1 year. Within 2 years,
the guilty will be punished. Not like, Bofors scam or Bhopal Gas
Tragedy case, that has been going for last 25 years without any
result.
10. Is he alone? Whoelse is there in the fight with Anna Hazare?
Baba Ramdev, Ex. IPS Kiran Bedi, Social Activist Swami Agnivesh, RTI
activist Arvind Kejriwal and many more.
Prominent personalities like Aamir Khan is supporting his cause.
11. Ok, got it. What can I do?
At least we can spread the message. How?
Putting status message, links, video, changing profile pics.
At least we can support Anna Hazare and the cause for uprooting
corruption from India.
At least we can hope that his Hunger Strike does not go in vain.
At least we can pray for his good health.
My humble request to all is share this and spread the word.
India awakening!
It is time for every patriotic Indian to give whole-hearted support to this mass anti-corruption movement. Physical participation will add more punch to the movement. Others can contribute in spreading the message and encouraging. We NEVER had a better chance!
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Golden Rules for Career Success -- Richard Moran
Golden Rules for Career Success -- Richard Moran
WORKING as a business consultant all over the world, I have discovered some basic career-related rules that everyone should know—but many don't.
Business is made up of ambiguous victories and nebulous defeats. Claim them all as victories.
Keep track of what you do; someone is sure to ask.
Be comfortable around senior managers, or learn to fake it.
Never bring your boss a problem without some solution. You are getting paid to think, not to whine.
Long hours don't mean anything; results count, not effort.
Write down ideas; they get lost, like good pens.
Always arrive at work 30 minutes before your boss.
Help other people network for jobs. You never know when your turn will come.
Don't take days off sick—unless you are.
Assume no one can/will keep a secret.
Know when you do your best—morning, night, under pressure, relaxed; schedule and prioritize your work accordingly.
Treat everyone who works in the organization with respect and dignity, whether it be the cleaner or the managing director. Don't ever be patronizing.
Never appear stressed in front of a client, a customer or your boss. Take a deep breath and ask yourself: In the course of human events, how important is this?
If you get the entrepreneurial urge, visit someone who has his own business. It may cure you.
Acknowledging someone else's contribution will repay you doubly.
Career planning is an oxymoron. The most exciting opportunities tend to be unplanned.
Always choose to do what you'll remember ten years from now.
The size of your office is not as important as the size of your pay cheque.
Understand what finished work looks like and deliver your work only when it is finished.
The person who spends all of his or her time is not hard-working; he or she is boring.
Know how to write business letters—including thank-you notes as well as proposals.
Never confuse a memo with reality. Most memos from the top are political fantasy.
Eliminate guilt. Don't fiddle expenses, taxes or benefits, and don't cheat colleagues.
Reorganizations mean that someone will lose his or her job. Get on the committee that will make the recommendations.
Job security does not exist.
Always have an answer to the question, "What would I do if I lost my job tomorrow?"
Go to the company Christmas party.
Don't get drunk at the company Christmas party.
Avoid working at weekends. Work longer during the week if you have to.
The most successful people in business are interesting.
Sometimes you'll be on a winning streak and everything will click; take maximum advantage. When the opposite is true, hold steady and wait it out.
Never in your life say, "It's not my job."
Be loyal to your career, your interests and yourself.
Understand the skills and abilities that set you apart. Use them whenever you have an opportunity.
People remember the end of the project. As they say in boxing, "Always finish stronger than you start."
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Master Rathnavel from Kovai Chess Academy.. My Dads Kids Chess Academy :) Way to go Rathnavel !!!!
Master Rathnavel from Kovai Chess Academy.. My Dads Kids Chess Academy :)
Way to go Rathnavel !!!!
http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-metroplus/article1103765.ece
Way to go Rathnavel !!!!
http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-metroplus/article1103765.ece
Saturday, January 01, 2011
Wish you and your Family a Fantstic 2011 !!!!
Go Green , Preserve Nature , Your Kids will Thank You !!!!
Ayan,Anu,Baldev Krish
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