Thursday, September 8, 2011
Excellence
A foreigner once visited a temple under construction where he saw a sculptor making an idol of God. Suddenly he noticed a similar idol lying nearby. Surprised, he asked the sculptor, "Do you need two statues of the same idol?" "No," said the sculptor without looking up, "We need only one, but the first
one got damaged at the last stage." The gentleman examined the idol and found no apparent damage. "Where is the damage?" he asked. "There is a scratch on the nose of the idol." said the sculptor, still busy with his work. "Where are you going to install the idol?"
The sculptor replied that it would be installed on a pillar twenty feet high. "If the idol is that far, who is going to know that there is a scratch on the nose?" the gentleman asked. The sculptor stopped work, looked up at the gentleman, smiled and said, "I will know it."
The desire to excel is exclusive of the fact whether someone else appreciates it or not. "Excellence" is a drive from inside, not outside. Excellence is not for someone else to notice but for your own satisfaction and efficiency..
Thursday, December 9, 2010
All about Marwadi Salesman
A keen immigrant Indian Marwadi lad applied for a salesman's job atLondon 's premier downtown department store. In fact, it was the biggest store in the world - you could get anything there.
The boss asked him, "Have you ever been a salesman before?" "Yes sir, I was a salesman in India ", replied the lad. The boss liked the cut of him and said, "You can start tomorrow and I'll come and see you."
The day was long and arduous for the young man, but he got through it. And finally 6:00 PM came around. The boss duly fronted up and asked, "How many sales did you make today?" "Sir, Just ONE sale." said the young salesman. "Only one sale?" blurted the boss. "No! No! You see here, most of my staff make 20 or 30 sales a day. "If you want to keep this job, you'd better be doing better than just one sale. By the way "How much was the sale worth?"
= 93300534.00 pounds" said the young Marwadi. "What"," How did you manage that?" asked the flabbergasted boss.
"Well", said the salesman, "This man came in and I sold him a small fish hook, then a medium hook and finally a really large hook. Then I sell him new fishing rod and some fishing gear. Then I asked him where he was going fishing and he said down the coast. So I told him he'd be needing a boat, so I took him down to the boat department and sold him that twenty-foot schooner with the twin engines. Then he said his Volkswagen probably wouldn't be able to pull it, so I took him to our automotive department and sold him that new Deluxe 4X4 Blazer.
I then asked him where he'll be staying, and since he had no accommodation, I took him to camping department and sold him one of those new igloo 6-sleeper camper tents. Then the guy said, while we're at it, I should throw in about $100 worth of groceries and two cases of beer.
The boss took two steps back and asked in astonishment, "You sold all that to a guy who came in for a fish hook!!"
"No" answered the salesman, "he came in to buy a headache relief tablet and I said to him, "Sir, fishing is best headache pain removal"
Boss - "You sit in my chair.......
The boss asked him, "Have you ever been a salesman before?" "Yes sir, I was a salesman in India ", replied the lad. The boss liked the cut of him and said, "You can start tomorrow and I'll come and see you."
The day was long and arduous for the young man, but he got through it. And finally 6:00 PM came around. The boss duly fronted up and asked, "How many sales did you make today?" "Sir, Just ONE sale." said the young salesman. "Only one sale?" blurted the boss. "No! No! You see here, most of my staff make 20 or 30 sales a day. "If you want to keep this job, you'd better be doing better than just one sale. By the way "How much was the sale worth?"
= 93300534.00 pounds" said the young Marwadi. "What"," How did you manage that?" asked the flabbergasted boss.
"Well", said the salesman, "This man came in and I sold him a small fish hook, then a medium hook and finally a really large hook. Then I sell him new fishing rod and some fishing gear. Then I asked him where he was going fishing and he said down the coast. So I told him he'd be needing a boat, so I took him down to the boat department and sold him that twenty-foot schooner with the twin engines. Then he said his Volkswagen probably wouldn't be able to pull it, so I took him to our automotive department and sold him that new Deluxe 4X4 Blazer.
I then asked him where he'll be staying, and since he had no accommodation, I took him to camping department and sold him one of those new igloo 6-sleeper camper tents. Then the guy said, while we're at it, I should throw in about $100 worth of groceries and two cases of beer.
The boss took two steps back and asked in astonishment, "You sold all that to a guy who came in for a fish hook!!"
"No" answered the salesman, "he came in to buy a headache relief tablet and I said to him, "Sir, fishing is best headache pain removal"
Boss - "You sit in my chair.......
Thursday, June 3, 2010
How to Be Confident without Being Arrogant
Confidence is a powerful trait. Confidence can make you successful. Confident people are like magnets…they tend to capture the attention, trust and respect of those around them. They believe they can do it, so they take risks and reap the rewards. It’s reassuring to work with someone who shows confidence in his work and his ability to get the job done and done well. And confidence can be contagious — we all want to surround ourselves with self-assured people who make us feel like we can do it, too.
But there is a thin line between being confident and being arrogant. No one likes a know-it-all, or someone who doesn’t listen because they believe they have nothing to learn. If you display arrogance, you may turn people off, lose potential opportunities and hurt your reputation. Not to mention it can be a lonely way to live. So here are some ways to maximize your confidence without encroaching into arrogance territory.
Be Approachable
Having confidence doesn’t do you any good if you become standoffish or unfriendly because of it. You want to be able to enhance and develop relationships, not make people view you guardedly. You can make yourself more approachable by making eye contact and using body language that invites conversation.
In social settings, introduce yourself, offer a firm (but not too strong) handshake, and remember and use others’ names as you chat. In social networking situations, engage in conversations – both personal and business-related – to show your personality and give people a way to relate to you.
Be Sincere
Arrogant people either rarely offer compliments or do so in a way that feels forced and artificial, and it can almost undermine the success of the other person. Make a point to frequently and genuinely acknowledge the hard work and successes of those around you, even those who you may consider competition. Penis Enlargement Anxiety
When engaged in daily conversations, listen well and focus on developing relationships. Avoid saying what you think the other person wants to hear and instead wait until you feel moved to offer an authentic and personal comment.
Be Humble
Modesty and confidence work exceptionally well together in the battle against arrogance. To be considered confident without arrogance, act with humility when you are recognized for a job well done, and be accountable for your role in any errors that transpire.
If you are part of a team that reaches success, take time to share the praise, give credit, and point out the contributions of others. We rarely reach success without support from someone else, and acknowledging the role others have played in our accomplishments is a great way to display confidence without arrogance.
Be Wrong
Arrogance almost always comes with a perpetual belief that you are right, while confidence balances your ability to listen and learn from those around you. While it may seem that admitting uncertainty can chip away at your level of confidence, the opposite is true. Being clear about what you know and what you don’t know can be liberating, and it’s usually appreciated by others.
Be Forthcoming
You’re confident because you’re good at what you do. Instead of sitting on a pedestal with your knowledge in your pocket, share it. Speak at conferences, write a blog, and talk to your colleagues to impart some of the wisdom you have gained.
Having a collaborative attitude can prevent you from every being tagged as arrogant and it can open the door to new relationships and opportunities.
Do you know someone who is confident but borders on arrogance? What would you suggest they do to rid themselves of the overconfidence?
Courtesy:http://www.sitepoint.com/blogs
But there is a thin line between being confident and being arrogant. No one likes a know-it-all, or someone who doesn’t listen because they believe they have nothing to learn. If you display arrogance, you may turn people off, lose potential opportunities and hurt your reputation. Not to mention it can be a lonely way to live. So here are some ways to maximize your confidence without encroaching into arrogance territory.
Be Approachable
Having confidence doesn’t do you any good if you become standoffish or unfriendly because of it. You want to be able to enhance and develop relationships, not make people view you guardedly. You can make yourself more approachable by making eye contact and using body language that invites conversation.
In social settings, introduce yourself, offer a firm (but not too strong) handshake, and remember and use others’ names as you chat. In social networking situations, engage in conversations – both personal and business-related – to show your personality and give people a way to relate to you.
Be Sincere
Arrogant people either rarely offer compliments or do so in a way that feels forced and artificial, and it can almost undermine the success of the other person. Make a point to frequently and genuinely acknowledge the hard work and successes of those around you, even those who you may consider competition. Penis Enlargement Anxiety
When engaged in daily conversations, listen well and focus on developing relationships. Avoid saying what you think the other person wants to hear and instead wait until you feel moved to offer an authentic and personal comment.
Be Humble
Modesty and confidence work exceptionally well together in the battle against arrogance. To be considered confident without arrogance, act with humility when you are recognized for a job well done, and be accountable for your role in any errors that transpire.
If you are part of a team that reaches success, take time to share the praise, give credit, and point out the contributions of others. We rarely reach success without support from someone else, and acknowledging the role others have played in our accomplishments is a great way to display confidence without arrogance.
Be Wrong
Arrogance almost always comes with a perpetual belief that you are right, while confidence balances your ability to listen and learn from those around you. While it may seem that admitting uncertainty can chip away at your level of confidence, the opposite is true. Being clear about what you know and what you don’t know can be liberating, and it’s usually appreciated by others.
Be Forthcoming
You’re confident because you’re good at what you do. Instead of sitting on a pedestal with your knowledge in your pocket, share it. Speak at conferences, write a blog, and talk to your colleagues to impart some of the wisdom you have gained.
Having a collaborative attitude can prevent you from every being tagged as arrogant and it can open the door to new relationships and opportunities.
Do you know someone who is confident but borders on arrogance? What would you suggest they do to rid themselves of the overconfidence?
Courtesy:http://www.sitepoint.com/blogs
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
IPL and Cricket
Sorry Modi Bhai!: An Apology from a Fan
You can't guess the consequence or even the result of the very next ball. Pretty much everything about the game is unpredictable, be it a toss or a burst of fury from a batsman or bowler alike. This is what added charm to a quaint contest between a wooden stick called bat and a leather sphere named ball over a distance of 22 yards with an umpire for a judge.
Right from the cricketing whites of the Tests to the colourful jerseys in ODIs, the game itself had revolutionised itself without losing sight of its supporters. Shots crept in; the pace quickened and so did every ones heartbeat. All in all it was a brilliant makeover for the gentleman's game and while it lasted it was too good to be true.
All seemed well until three years ago when a certain individual came up with a brilliant idea, the master team game with the best talent on the wicket. The game took pundits by surprise when rivals joined hands and a clutch of international stars crossed swords (bats eh!) along the lines of the English Premier League. The game welcomed a bunch of non cricketing stars from the film circuit and of course the cheer girls! You had eight teams vying for glory across nationalities for the ultimate prize.
Bizarre it may seem at first but the twenty over edition did pip the old form and the colourful ODI. The fast paced innings did find takers and sponsors as well which brings us to the current scenario circa 2010. You'd be surprised the change in today's game that would make the Don spin in his grave or evoke "non-cricketing" from old Geoffrey Boycott. As a spectator, we all have few questions that need clarification. What do you call a six today? A half century or a wicket? Leave all that, what about the break?
There you go, you have me stumped. My nephew can answer all the above in a complete sponsor articulated jargon. For him a six is a DLF maximum, a wicket taken or a century hit is Citi moment of success and the break is the Maxx mobile time out. Pretty neat eh? Hold it he just said something Danny Morrison said wiping his brow, what was it? Oh yes - The Karbon Kamal Catch! Jeez, when will one differentiate the contest between a bat and ball and some ludicrous name of a product that has no roots in cricket.
Am sure the commentators would be muttering to them selves and a dandy Mike Haysman would have rehearsed a hundred time what is a Kamal and Karbon to get it right on TV. I'm sure the matter doesn't end there. We all know our cricketing greats are well versed in the game and veterans do speak gems of wisdom as afterthought that made up for a lively commentary. The tearaway pair of Holding and Marshall
I was really surprised when everyone knew what MRF stood for. Not getting the flow here are you? Let me refresh your memory - the huge dirty yellow helium-filled (possibly - for it floats) contraption that floats high above every stadium and blinks, sorry blimps, at you on screen and a delighted commentator giving you the great gyaan on how the blimp won the game for the world by training fast bowlers from all over the world. I stood dumfounded when every one knew a certain Mammen Mapilla as their own uncle who ran the candy shop next door and said he owns MRF.
More surprise was when they told what MRF stood for - Madras Rubber Factory. Great going fellas I wanted to say, but aren't they so near yet so far?
Back to our story, in hindsight, I have never seen a game that is defined by a certain endorsement. Even now a goal in football is a 'Goal' or an ace is an 'Ace' in tennis be it Zidane who kicks it or Federer who slams it in. It never was a 'Kamal ka Goal' or 'Citi ace'. You'd be crossing the long list of fans on the arena and mind you they are not the forgiving type.
But ours is a forgiving public for the masses forget what it sees and the clouded senses accept the ring of the star not the game, it is a sad end for such an entertaining game.
I peek around and see the 'Munch ad' on the giant LCD screen, the irony strikes me - food for thought. Is it the same old game still? Its break time and I'm sure you will ponder and decide what's right
Friday, August 14, 2009
Silence
I read a story of how four friends decided to observe silence for a week. They were silent on the first day and as the night approached the oil lamp became dim. One of them could not resist the temptation to tell the servant “Fix the lamp by pouring oil.” On hearing this another friend exclaimed “How come you spoke? We are on silence.” The third friend got annoyed and said “You stupid fellows, why are you talking?” The fourth one who was watching all this said “I am the one who has not broken the silence. ”
The temptation to talk is irresistible and often on matters that are not related to us. We talk frequently where we could have kept silent. Unsolicited we are quick to pronounce our views on other persons’ issues. Very often we do this to make the other person comfortable. We think that if we are silent the other person would be uncomfortable. We cannot suffer silence for even a few minutes. We need to fill the gaps with inane remarks. We rarely come across two people walking or sitting together continuously for thirty minutes without talking. Silence we consider is a sign of rudeness or aloofness. Conversation is no doubt an accepted social norm but we practice this endlessly and aimlessly. We often mistake talking to camaraderie and we indulge in sharing our opinion on all subjects under the sun. In train journeys this proclivity is most pronounced with utter strangers whom we may never meet again.
Minding our business is a difficult trait. It requires lot of effort not to say a thing. The urge to open our mouths is irrepressible. I am used to giving suggestions where none were asked. I would jump in quickly with my comments on an issue concerning other persons. In retrospect I would find my efforts to be helpful were all unrewarding and not infrequently resented. I am still unable to beat fully the habit although I make all out efforts not to butt in areas that are not mine. I am able to deal with others shortcomings as it is far simpler than focusing on my own weaknesses. “If you keep your mouth shut you will never put your foot in it” is a maxim rarely learnt.
You might have heard the story of a man walking in the forest finding a skull hailing him ”Hey, Where are you going?” The man turned back and asked the skull whether it spoke. It said “Yes, I asked you where you are going?” The man was greatly surprised at the skull speaking to him and ran to tell the king of the strange happening. The king was in the court discussing important matters. Visibly annoyed at the interruption, he told the minister ”I cannot believe it. Let us go and see. If this fellow had lied, we will deal sternly with him.” When they reached the place, the man asked the skull “Hello, speak to me” The skull kept quiet and becoming nervous the man pleaded with the skull “The king is here. Utter a few words, please.” The skull continued to remain quiet. The king got angry and ordered the man’s head to be cut. After they left the skull started speaking. The man’s head asked “Why were you quiet when the king was here? How did you come to this pass? The skull replied “I also talked foolishly as you did to the king”
The moral is to talk where it is relevant and really needed. Empty chatter takes none anywhere. Do not speak unless you can improve the silence.
The temptation to talk is irresistible and often on matters that are not related to us. We talk frequently where we could have kept silent. Unsolicited we are quick to pronounce our views on other persons’ issues. Very often we do this to make the other person comfortable. We think that if we are silent the other person would be uncomfortable. We cannot suffer silence for even a few minutes. We need to fill the gaps with inane remarks. We rarely come across two people walking or sitting together continuously for thirty minutes without talking. Silence we consider is a sign of rudeness or aloofness. Conversation is no doubt an accepted social norm but we practice this endlessly and aimlessly. We often mistake talking to camaraderie and we indulge in sharing our opinion on all subjects under the sun. In train journeys this proclivity is most pronounced with utter strangers whom we may never meet again.
Minding our business is a difficult trait. It requires lot of effort not to say a thing. The urge to open our mouths is irrepressible. I am used to giving suggestions where none were asked. I would jump in quickly with my comments on an issue concerning other persons. In retrospect I would find my efforts to be helpful were all unrewarding and not infrequently resented. I am still unable to beat fully the habit although I make all out efforts not to butt in areas that are not mine. I am able to deal with others shortcomings as it is far simpler than focusing on my own weaknesses. “If you keep your mouth shut you will never put your foot in it” is a maxim rarely learnt.
You might have heard the story of a man walking in the forest finding a skull hailing him ”Hey, Where are you going?” The man turned back and asked the skull whether it spoke. It said “Yes, I asked you where you are going?” The man was greatly surprised at the skull speaking to him and ran to tell the king of the strange happening. The king was in the court discussing important matters. Visibly annoyed at the interruption, he told the minister ”I cannot believe it. Let us go and see. If this fellow had lied, we will deal sternly with him.” When they reached the place, the man asked the skull “Hello, speak to me” The skull kept quiet and becoming nervous the man pleaded with the skull “The king is here. Utter a few words, please.” The skull continued to remain quiet. The king got angry and ordered the man’s head to be cut. After they left the skull started speaking. The man’s head asked “Why were you quiet when the king was here? How did you come to this pass? The skull replied “I also talked foolishly as you did to the king”
The moral is to talk where it is relevant and really needed. Empty chatter takes none anywhere. Do not speak unless you can improve the silence.
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Opportunity
Once upon a time there was a young man who was longing to marry a beautiful daughter of the village's most intellectual farmer. He approached him with his wish and showed the readiness to accept any challenge to win his heart. The farmer smiled and asked him come to his farm next day.
Next day the Farmer put a simple condition in front of him that he would leave three bullocks open in the farm and he needs to catch the tail of any one of them. If he succeeds in that he would be eligible to ask for his daughter's hand. The young man laughed in his sleeves and started dreaming about her marriage with Farmer's daughter. The Farmer released the first Bullock which was very healthy and full of wildness. The young man had never seen such a big bullock in his life hence he decided to skip this one and wait for another one to catch the tail of. Bee lying his expectations the second one was much bigger and stout like a hunk. He decided not to play with danger and skipped the second one also. Now, as the last chance the third bullock was freed by the Farmer which brought the huge smile on the young man's face. The third bullock was apparently very weak and thin. The young man ran towards it and jumped to catch it's tail but he was shocked to see that *it didn't have any TAIL*.
Life is full of opportunity. No doubt some of them are difficult to take on but if we let it go due to fear or lack of self confidence we may never be able to marry a beautiful women of farmer called SUCCESS.!
Next day the Farmer put a simple condition in front of him that he would leave three bullocks open in the farm and he needs to catch the tail of any one of them. If he succeeds in that he would be eligible to ask for his daughter's hand. The young man laughed in his sleeves and started dreaming about her marriage with Farmer's daughter. The Farmer released the first Bullock which was very healthy and full of wildness. The young man had never seen such a big bullock in his life hence he decided to skip this one and wait for another one to catch the tail of. Bee lying his expectations the second one was much bigger and stout like a hunk. He decided not to play with danger and skipped the second one also. Now, as the last chance the third bullock was freed by the Farmer which brought the huge smile on the young man's face. The third bullock was apparently very weak and thin. The young man ran towards it and jumped to catch it's tail but he was shocked to see that *it didn't have any TAIL*.
Life is full of opportunity. No doubt some of them are difficult to take on but if we let it go due to fear or lack of self confidence we may never be able to marry a beautiful women of farmer called SUCCESS.!
Friday, February 6, 2009
Last Evac. Drill
XYZ Office -> A fire alarm rang at 6 PM when almost all shift employees are in office(approx 5000). As usual entire office was evacuated within 3 mins & every employee gathered outside office. 10 mins passed.....5 more mins passed.
Security Officer -> Announcement started, "Dear Employees - With melting heart I am making this announcement that for many of you it will be a last evacuation drill, as we are laying off almost 80% employee. While moving in who-so-ever ID card won't work are lay off & all their belongings will be couriered to them tomorrow. We followed this approach as we don't want to fill email box size with layoff mail in thousands & also to avoid any fight inside office". Hope you have nice career ahead. Please move in & try your luck.
Security Officer -> Announcement started, "Dear Employees - With melting heart I am making this announcement that for many of you it will be a last evacuation drill, as we are laying off almost 80% employee. While moving in who-so-ever ID card won't work are lay off & all their belongings will be couriered to them tomorrow. We followed this approach as we don't want to fill email box size with layoff mail in thousands & also to avoid any fight inside office". Hope you have nice career ahead. Please move in & try your luck.
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