Despite traveling quite a bit, today was the first day I came into the New Terminal in Singapore and needless to say, I was truly impressed. Well planned, great facilities (Movie etc. is a great idea). Just curious about WHO selected the carpets!
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Goals! By Brian Tracy
Over the last 3 weeks, I must have spoken to at least 6 people to whom I recommended reading this book- Goals- by Brian Tracy. To me, this was one book that changed my way of doing things, and made me sit down to write down my goals. It has made a tremendous change to me, and I thought that it would help other people as well to do this. Many of them, I know are trying to buy this book and some had also planned/ or ordered this on Amazon.
So imagine my pleasant surprise when I saw the above link which actually gives this book as a free e-Book. I am putting this in my blog because this should be a "must read" book for any executive who wants to make a difference. And if you are reading this, do take the trouble to download it. You will NOT be disappointed.
Note: Of course, it is effective only when you are leaning a bit towards getting a feeling that things are getting out of hand :)
Happy Reading.
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Sunday, February 03, 2008
Fitness First
It is 1 week since I decided to move to the new Gym- Fitness First. The 2 days I went there has impressed me quite a bit. The earlier gym I went to, was ok- but not as good. This is much better-newer equipment, better view and of course much better facilities.
Looking at achieving some clear goals over the next 3 months - reduce weight (70 kg to 65 kg, Build some muscles (yeah, at this age), and stamina to run longer distances. Will update when I achieve my first goal of the weight reduction :)
From the Gita
This is by far one of the best prayers ever. So intense, that I tend to read this every time I feel frustrated [which has been quite a few times recently :) ]
Why do you worry ? Why are you scared ?
Whatever happened, it happened for good.
What is happening, is also happening for good.
Whatever will happen, that too will be for good.
What have you lost for which you weep?
What did you bring with you, which you have lost?
What did you produce, which has perished?
You did not bring anything when you were born.
Whatever you have, you have received from Him.
Whatever you will give, you will give to Him.
You came empty handed and you will go the same way.
Don't be remorseful about the past , nor worry about the future. The present is before you .
What is yours today was someone else's yesterday and It would be someone else's the day after. You may think all of yours is for you to keep. This is the main cause of the sorrow.
Change is the nature of life. Remove the thought "Mine and yours" and "Little and big" from your mind. Then everything is yours and you belong to everyone.
Then what are you? surrender yourself to the higher power, the only source of your strength.
He who realizes this will be free from fear, worry and emotion.
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Economic Times/ Other Times of India publications - as is
I was just browsing the net and came across an online version of the Economic Times and the Times Of India - which is an exact replica of the newspaper. I believe it has been online for some time, but I was obviously not aware. This, if being actively used by the Indians overseas (and possibly India) opens up a great opportunity for the newspapers to share their news with the Indian overseas. Great way of adding value to the brand. If and when I go back- I will have Times of India & Economic Times right on top of what I will sign up for.
More investments in India - Time to go back to India?
India continue to boom with more and more investments coming in from various sources. I have been actively considering a move to India for professional reasons - but after the trip in December, the family element has made it even more compelling. I believe, after 12 years in Singapore, it is indeed time to go back. Getting a job may not that easy anymore ;-). Anyway, time to start planning a move in the next 12-18 months at the latest.
All said and done, 12 years in Singapore which has been my longest stint ever in one city (I have spent my whole life moving from city to city- when my dad was in the Indian Air Force), is not easy. Too many roots here - so may just move to India and keep all else as status quo here in Singapore. Let us see how it all plays out.
My favorite Dilbert :)
I found this very funny and I laughed for a long time. Next time someone says, their work is "fine" I am bound to think of these lines.
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