Dear friends,
Do you think out-of-the-box? If so, please read this small story of Anthony and post your comments directly on the Blog itself as it helps others in appreciating your ideas. I will come out with solutions later.
Anthony was an ethical entrepreneur with vast experience. He was bankrupt in business due to the external political problems in the host country leaving him insolvent. However he did not lose his heart as entrepreneurs are basically brave hearted.
He returned to his country and requested for help from couple of close friends. They refused to help as they knew that extending their hands was like betting on the dead horse. However a childhood friend, Robert came forward to lend him 100 bags of sugar with each bag containing 100 kilograms for a price of one dollar per kilogram. But Robert imposed a condition that the amount should be paid within a week. If the goods were not sold completely, the left over unsold stock along with the cash had to be refunded. Anthony had agreed to take 100 bags full of sugar as per the terms and conditions of Robert.
He started selling the stocks of sugar in loose quantity at the cost of one dollar per kilogram. That means at the cost price. He liquidated the stocks and paid back the amount to Robert regularly within a week. He did in this way regularly. Did Anthony get any profit out of it or not? If so, what were the other advantages out of such transactions for a businessperson? Just thinkkkkkkkkkkkkk
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Monday, January 11, 2010
“Aamir Khan’s ‘3 Idiots’ About Indian Education”- Prof.M.S.Rao
“The real process of education should be the process of learning to think through the application of real problems.” - John Dewey
I enjoyed watching the Aamir Khan’s film ‘3 Idiots’ which is really thought provoking and highlights about the present Indian education system. Aamir’s performance was amazing in the film. Aamir is very choosy about his roles and assignments. As expected he delivered his best and proved that he always strives for perfection. He cultivated his own brand over a period of time. He is always different with an exclusive brand image and audience.
The film criticizes the glaring anomalies in the Indian education system which needs to be reinvented. It highlights the challenges in our present education which emphasizes on rote learning and memory. The film is an eye opener for parents, teachers and educational institutions to know the real pulse of students and act accordingly.
There are several takeaways from this movie which, of course, have already been mentioned in this blog often. You may read my postings in this blog on education about the present fate of education system in India. I am sure you must also be aware of these challenges.
What makes the movie different is the way the life of students is presented to reach common man by adding all elements like comedy, tragedy, love, emotions, and feelings. The film is blend of education and entertainment. Precisely, it is edutainment. Let us look at few takeaways from this film.
• Pursue your passions. Don’t let your passions be diverted or dictated by others.
• Parents should understand and appreciate the areas in which their children are really interested and capable of excelling.
• Suicide is not the solution. Look for avenues to come out of the problem. Don’t brood too much about problems. Instead, look for solutions for every problem.
• Don’t quit but stay on to your passions however tough the path might be.
• Don’t excessively worry about employment. Look how much pleasure do you get while working? Once you know what gives you enjoyment while working, you don’t feel that you are working any more.
• Always contribute your best without looking for returns.
• Follow the simple and straight approach rather beating around the bush.
• Finally, whenever you are faced with problems console yourself by saying that ‘All is Well’.
The film provides hope for Indian students where they can pursue their dreams as per their passions. It is an outstanding and message oriented movie for everyone especially for parents, educators and institutions to empathize with students so that they can excel in their area of interest. It is good for them and society as a whole.
To conclude in the words of Aamir Khan, "The Indian education system should encourage the spirit of enquiry in a child. Rote learning and the grading system should be done away with. I believe that if you want to learn something you will find a way to learn it. Institutes should be flexible in the manner in which they teach students rather than follow a rigid curriculum."
I enjoyed watching the Aamir Khan’s film ‘3 Idiots’ which is really thought provoking and highlights about the present Indian education system. Aamir’s performance was amazing in the film. Aamir is very choosy about his roles and assignments. As expected he delivered his best and proved that he always strives for perfection. He cultivated his own brand over a period of time. He is always different with an exclusive brand image and audience.
The film criticizes the glaring anomalies in the Indian education system which needs to be reinvented. It highlights the challenges in our present education which emphasizes on rote learning and memory. The film is an eye opener for parents, teachers and educational institutions to know the real pulse of students and act accordingly.
There are several takeaways from this movie which, of course, have already been mentioned in this blog often. You may read my postings in this blog on education about the present fate of education system in India. I am sure you must also be aware of these challenges.
What makes the movie different is the way the life of students is presented to reach common man by adding all elements like comedy, tragedy, love, emotions, and feelings. The film is blend of education and entertainment. Precisely, it is edutainment. Let us look at few takeaways from this film.
• Pursue your passions. Don’t let your passions be diverted or dictated by others.
• Parents should understand and appreciate the areas in which their children are really interested and capable of excelling.
• Suicide is not the solution. Look for avenues to come out of the problem. Don’t brood too much about problems. Instead, look for solutions for every problem.
• Don’t quit but stay on to your passions however tough the path might be.
• Don’t excessively worry about employment. Look how much pleasure do you get while working? Once you know what gives you enjoyment while working, you don’t feel that you are working any more.
• Always contribute your best without looking for returns.
• Follow the simple and straight approach rather beating around the bush.
• Finally, whenever you are faced with problems console yourself by saying that ‘All is Well’.
The film provides hope for Indian students where they can pursue their dreams as per their passions. It is an outstanding and message oriented movie for everyone especially for parents, educators and institutions to empathize with students so that they can excel in their area of interest. It is good for them and society as a whole.
To conclude in the words of Aamir Khan, "The Indian education system should encourage the spirit of enquiry in a child. Rote learning and the grading system should be done away with. I believe that if you want to learn something you will find a way to learn it. Institutes should be flexible in the manner in which they teach students rather than follow a rigid curriculum."
Sunday, January 10, 2010
"Is KCR Riding the Telangana Tiger?" - Prof.M.S.Rao
"One cannot have any respect or regard for men who take the position of the reformer and then refuse to see the logical consequences of that position, let alone following them out in action." - B. R. Ambedkar
Telangana Rastriya Samiti (TRS) leader, K.Chandrasekar Rao’s threat of fast unto death forced the Central Govt. to declare the initiation of a separate Telangana State. Nobody anticipated that it would open the Pandora’s Box. Nobody expected that there would be stiff opposition from Coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema who are averse to disintegration of Andhra Pradesh. Even KCR might have not expected the fallout of the fast unto death. When he began the fast, things were under his control. However when he broke the fast immediately by taking the juice, a few students did not appreciate KCR and he was forced to resume fast. By then KCR realized that he was riding the tiger.
The Telangana issue divided the people and political parties on regional lines which is unprecedented where politicians of all political parties of Coastal and Rayalaseema submitted their resignations. All these developments compelled Chidambaram to retract his statement by declaring that all parties would be involved in taking the Telangana issue forward.
The people of Telangana have been craving for a separate state for more than 50 years where these people have different culture although they speak Telugu like their counterparts in Andhra and Rayalaseema. The demand is basically because the region has not developed on par with other regions and there is disproportionate allocation of jobs for Talanganites in the State government. Although Andhra Pradesh had Chief Ministers hailing from Telangana region initially, they rarely focused on the development of this region resulting into regional imbalances. Adding fuel to the fire are the politicians who want to hit the limelight to boost their sagging political fortunes in the name of Telangana. Currently the situation has gone to the extent where Telugus developed mutual hatred and suspicion based on regional lines because of narrow minded politicians of all these regions.
It is rightly said that below average individuals talk about individuals, average individuals emphasize on issues and above average individuals focus on ideas. In this context, it is essential to look at the issue objectively to find out where the real problem lies.
When we look at the complaint of major jobs being occupied by Coastal Andhrites and Rayalaseemites, let us make a provision to allocate jobs proportionately based on the strength of the people of the region without compromising the quality of service. Focus on the development of this region where the people can grow economically. The leaders of all these regions should sit together, find out the reasons for backwardness and chalk out strategies to develop the region.
You cannot get along with a spouse who is unwilling to live with you. When it is clear that separation is the only solution, it is advisable to separate amicably rather than living together and fighting all the times. There should not be any ruptures and ill-will among the people regionally once separation takes place smoothly. These people will unite tomorrow emotionally because they are all Telugus as it is the common thread connecting them.
The issue is a delicate one and it needs to be handled with care and caution. It is like division of property where mother has three sons – Telanganites, Andhrites and Rayalaseemites and all are equal to her. In fact, no mother likes the separation of her children.
Water sharing is the major issue of concern for all. Issues have to be clearly defined. For instance, who shares what and at what proportions? Let there be smooth transition period where the people of Coastal Andhra and Royalaseema invested in Hyderabad who never expected division of the state. Let there be compensation to these two regions proportionately with capital location and capital allotment and investment. It is essential to give time-frame for their establishment and smooth transition.
Role of Students:
Students have to focus on their studies first as lot of time has already been wasted by this time due to bandhs. They should not become puppets in the hands of politicians. They should realize that leaders are not dying in fasts and bandhs but few of their fraternity.
Students of all regions should stay away from active politics as they have a long way to go. They need to focus on their careers currently not on politics. If they are so serious about a career in politics, they can take up the same after completion of their academic education.
Conclusion:
First of all, it is necessary to restore peace and tranquility. Lot of damage has already been done to the State in the name of strikes and Bandhs. People should realize that they are paying for the damage of public property by way of taxes to government.
If children and students don’t concentrate on academic studies they may lose one academic year. To sum up it is essential to create a favorable climate for creating a mechanism based on mutual consensus either for staying united or for a viable division of State.
Sarva Jano Sukino Bhavantu. Let people of all regions live in peace and prosperity.
Telangana Rastriya Samiti (TRS) leader, K.Chandrasekar Rao’s threat of fast unto death forced the Central Govt. to declare the initiation of a separate Telangana State. Nobody anticipated that it would open the Pandora’s Box. Nobody expected that there would be stiff opposition from Coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema who are averse to disintegration of Andhra Pradesh. Even KCR might have not expected the fallout of the fast unto death. When he began the fast, things were under his control. However when he broke the fast immediately by taking the juice, a few students did not appreciate KCR and he was forced to resume fast. By then KCR realized that he was riding the tiger.
The Telangana issue divided the people and political parties on regional lines which is unprecedented where politicians of all political parties of Coastal and Rayalaseema submitted their resignations. All these developments compelled Chidambaram to retract his statement by declaring that all parties would be involved in taking the Telangana issue forward.
The people of Telangana have been craving for a separate state for more than 50 years where these people have different culture although they speak Telugu like their counterparts in Andhra and Rayalaseema. The demand is basically because the region has not developed on par with other regions and there is disproportionate allocation of jobs for Talanganites in the State government. Although Andhra Pradesh had Chief Ministers hailing from Telangana region initially, they rarely focused on the development of this region resulting into regional imbalances. Adding fuel to the fire are the politicians who want to hit the limelight to boost their sagging political fortunes in the name of Telangana. Currently the situation has gone to the extent where Telugus developed mutual hatred and suspicion based on regional lines because of narrow minded politicians of all these regions.
It is rightly said that below average individuals talk about individuals, average individuals emphasize on issues and above average individuals focus on ideas. In this context, it is essential to look at the issue objectively to find out where the real problem lies.
When we look at the complaint of major jobs being occupied by Coastal Andhrites and Rayalaseemites, let us make a provision to allocate jobs proportionately based on the strength of the people of the region without compromising the quality of service. Focus on the development of this region where the people can grow economically. The leaders of all these regions should sit together, find out the reasons for backwardness and chalk out strategies to develop the region.
You cannot get along with a spouse who is unwilling to live with you. When it is clear that separation is the only solution, it is advisable to separate amicably rather than living together and fighting all the times. There should not be any ruptures and ill-will among the people regionally once separation takes place smoothly. These people will unite tomorrow emotionally because they are all Telugus as it is the common thread connecting them.
The issue is a delicate one and it needs to be handled with care and caution. It is like division of property where mother has three sons – Telanganites, Andhrites and Rayalaseemites and all are equal to her. In fact, no mother likes the separation of her children.
Water sharing is the major issue of concern for all. Issues have to be clearly defined. For instance, who shares what and at what proportions? Let there be smooth transition period where the people of Coastal Andhra and Royalaseema invested in Hyderabad who never expected division of the state. Let there be compensation to these two regions proportionately with capital location and capital allotment and investment. It is essential to give time-frame for their establishment and smooth transition.
Role of Students:
Students have to focus on their studies first as lot of time has already been wasted by this time due to bandhs. They should not become puppets in the hands of politicians. They should realize that leaders are not dying in fasts and bandhs but few of their fraternity.
Students of all regions should stay away from active politics as they have a long way to go. They need to focus on their careers currently not on politics. If they are so serious about a career in politics, they can take up the same after completion of their academic education.
Conclusion:
First of all, it is necessary to restore peace and tranquility. Lot of damage has already been done to the State in the name of strikes and Bandhs. People should realize that they are paying for the damage of public property by way of taxes to government.
If children and students don’t concentrate on academic studies they may lose one academic year. To sum up it is essential to create a favorable climate for creating a mechanism based on mutual consensus either for staying united or for a viable division of State.
Sarva Jano Sukino Bhavantu. Let people of all regions live in peace and prosperity.
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