The Professional

 Difference between a competent individual and a professional is integrity.

Professional care about building memorability.

Professionalism is an idea of doing things right.

Society confuses professionalism with qualification.

The strands in modem society: - My child must do better than my neighbors, I must consume more.

Success and happiness is consumption oriented.

People at various levels have to understand that it is a minimum common level of

professionalism.  Run it for couple of generation till it becomes DNA of the country.

Fundamental difference between corruption in India and elsewhere is:- Size of the retail correction Rs 2 to Rs 10, Ordinary citizen in normal course of life and work is not affected/impacted by corruption.

Ten Attributes of a Professional

1.         Integrity

2.         Commitment and ownership

3.         Action oriented and goal seeking.

4.         Continuous learning

5.         Professional knowledge /skills.

6.         Communication.

7.         Planning, organizing and Punctuality.

8.         Quality of work.

9.         A positive attitude, approachability, Responsiveness.

10.       Being an inspiring reference to others, thoughts leadership.

Ten Attributes of an unprofessional individuals.

1.         Missing a deadline.

2.         Non escalation of issues on time

3.         Non disclosure.

4.         Not respecting “privacy of information”.

5.         Not respecting “Need to know”.

6.         Plagiarism

7.         Passing on the blame

8.         Overstating qualifications and experiences.

9.         Mindless job hopping.

10.       Unsuitable experiences.

Fitness Tips

Tip 1

You don’t need to spend hours in a gym.

Your body needs only 30 to 45 minutes exercise.

Even that is four to six times a week.

Every day has 24 hours, so be little smart at time management and a bit more persistent.

Tip 2

Pick any exercise you like.  Walking, yoga, aerobics, dancing, gyming, playing an energetic game outdoor.

Do it for 21 days then another 21 you will find you do have the time on day 22, 23, 24 because it has become a habit.

You have just shown your mind, who is the boss and your body is responding

Not only will you notice a difference in how you feel, your body will start responding in small yet noticeable ways.

Initially only you will know. you will be able to bend a little further push yourself little harder.  Stay focused for longer.

How Managers Should Tackle New Recruits

Do not expect them to perform consistently well from the moment they are aboard. 

Give them enough time to adapt to new environment.

In the initial days of their job, managers should focus on building strong relationship with employees.

Apart from training them for job specific skill, they should be educated about the values and culture of the organization.

They should invest sufficient time to define their job and discuss about the expected deliverables.

Understand the mindset, expectations and personal style of new recruits. 

Be in constant touch with them for at least a year to guide them.

Utilize the new hires energy and unique skills instead of criticizing his shortcomings.

Appreciate their good work and help them overcome their weakness. 

Some Wise Saying

A foolish man tells a woman to stop talking but a wise man tells her that she looks extremely beautiful when her lips are closed.

One good way to reduce alcohol consumption: 

Before Marriage- Drink whenever you are sad

After marriage:   -

Love your friends but not their sisters.  Love your sisters but not their friends.

Let be generous like ants.  Four ants were moving through a forest, They see an elephant coming towards them,

 Ant1 says: we should kill him.

Ant 2 says: let us break his leg alone.

Ant 3 says: No we will just through him away from our path. 

Ant 4 says: No we will leave him because he is alone and we are four.

If you don’t have a girl friend, you are missing something in your life. If you have a girlfriend you are missing everything in life.

When your life is in darkness pray had and ask him to free you from darkness even after you pray, if you are still in darkness pay the electricity bill.

Why do not allow a man to marry two women.  Because, as per constitution, you cannot be punished twice for the same mistake. 

Beat the blues with the smile

Face the competitive world head on in a bold manner. 

Every single day is a new life to be lived energetically, enthusiastically and fully.

Fatigue is nothing but an illusion created by thoughts. 

There are simple ways available to drive out exhaustion and enjoy things we do in our day to day life.

Understand deference between “target and desire, watcher and performer”

Mind and heart simultaneously transmit orders and it is for the individuals to take the right stand at the right moment.

Developing concentration and memory power to outdo others in the race is essential.

There are many Abdul Kalams and Einsteins among children.  It is just a matter of spotting greatness in them and explore them to the maximum possible extent.

After waking up in the morning, look at yourself in the mirror.  Smile and admire your face for a while.   Reach the examination hall an hour in advance.  Don’t talk to anyone around.  When you get the question paper read it thoroughly and smile at the paper. This will generate positive thinking, tighten your fists.  Take a deep breath and never answer questions immediately.