The day when Dr. Kalam left us should be celebrated but it should never be declared a national holiday. By doing so, we will disgrace our President Kalam, who has started to work at a tender age to support his family and kept doing so till his last moment on this planet. He has worked with passion and dedication throughout his life.I got goosebumps...
27 Dec 2015
Opening Scene and Plot of a Movie on our beloved Dr. Kalam
The opening scene would be of Dr. Kalam standing tall in an auditorium to deliver lecture to thousands of students and there will be pin drop silence. Then you hear " Chase your dreams. Turn your adversities into your biggest opportunities. Be like an eagle...
24 Dec 2015
Miss you Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam
India has lost the chief architect of the national vision, INDIA 2020. Death has made him immortal. We lost the great man but his essence will always remain forever. You don't believe me, close your eyes and remember him
" Don't you see our angel smiling"
He worked all his life for India and the world at large. May now he rest in peace. Amen...
21 Dec 2015
Most Unfair Advantage a person can have
Intelligent Spouse
Beauty shall pass with time, Money shall pass with ignorance, Job shall pass with recession, Fair skin shall pass with age.
Slim body can turn into a pumpkin, High social status can turn into Low (by misfortune) but one thing shall not pass and that is Intelligence.
An Intelligent spouse can really make your...
18 Dec 2015
A two liner sad story
"He wanted to ignite our minds with a lecture on Livable Planet Earth. But, seldom we knew that he was needed more to make a Livable Heaven, first"- RIP Dr. Kala...
15 Dec 2015
Are males treated unfairly in India?
Yes, and unfortunately it goes unnoticed.Many housing society don't prefer to rent out flats to bachelor males even if they shell out more money. Around one month ago, my father called to inform that 2-3 bachelor college students are willing to take our flat on rent. Then he added I think we shouldn't rent it out to bachelors as our housing society...
11 Dec 2015
An experience one should experience in lifetime
Contribute in building an incredible product or service
One of the best experience of my life come from the fact that I have played my role in the building of a World Class Infrastructure Project, i.e the Mumbai International Airport Project, Mumbai, India.
A thing of beauty is a joy forever
Last year, we have inaugurated the Mumbai...
6 Dec 2015
Human Behavior: Why do I envy others who are successful in their field?
Congratulation to you for identifying and accepting that you are envious of others who are doing exceedingly well in their life.It takes real guts to accept our shortcomings like Adriana Heguy has rightly mentioned. Many of us are never able to do it. As you have done it, half the problem is already solved. The other half can be dealt with...
3 Dec 2015
Why do some people support Yakub Memon?
Originally written on 3rd August,15
I do not support Yakub Memon and nobody should. But, I was shocked when I saw that some people ( cutting across religious lines) were sad at his hanging.Here are the reasons why some people sympathize with Yakub Menon
Media projected that he was not the main culprit : He was hanged because of his active involvement...
30 Nov 2015
How do I get job at Microsoft?
Application of knowledge to solve real life problems will definitely make you a hot cake for companies like Microsoft.If you want to get a job at Microsoft then you must exhibit a couple of working projects on Github to showcase your talent. Then, network with someone who can bring your project to the notice of someone from Microsoft.
Action...
27 Nov 2015
Cultural Difference: Indians can ask Personal questions to their colleagues
Cultural Difference: Indians can ask personal questions to their colleagues without offending them.When I was in college, a workshop was organized by my college for interpersonal skills and body language.The Instructor informed that people in developed countries don't ask personal questions to their colleagues. I though what's the big deal in...
23 Nov 2015
What will Robert Frost do differently if he is made the Head of NASA?
I think Robert Frost is the ideal candidate to answer this question. But, as this question presents an opportunity to me to express my wish list hence, I dare to answer this question.
If Robert Frost become Head of NASA
I wish he will do something to predict earthquakes. I know seismic experts are there to deal with it. Natural...
16 Nov 2015
Is Rs 150 for a cup of Coffee in CCD is worth the price?
The cost is justified if we consider that CCDs are often used as
A hangout Point by youth
A mobile office by startup
A place to read, surf internet and enjoy coffee
A decent place to meet prospective spouse.
I have read many answers here and they have covered most of the things,I would love to add one example:
Once founder of Mc Donald's...
11 Nov 2015
The Biggest Mistake of my Life
This biggest mistake of my life is that I never tried to meet you. I have longed to see you in flesh. For me, you were immortal. I was wrong but not completely.You have left your wisdom for us in the form of your books, lectures, speeches, quotes, stories. You have touched millions lives. Many must have got the opportunity to meet you.I invite everyone...
6 Nov 2015
How to figure out what I want to do with my life after college?
Here is my take to answer this question
Accept- Please know that you are not alone and many others are going through the same dilemma.
Identify- Identify your passion. If you find your passion and you are at a job that feed your soul then you will enjoy your life.
How to find Passion?- First try to know your likes and dislikes, your hobbies,...
2 Nov 2015
How Balaji Viswanathan has a an awesome Memory?
Originally published on Quora by me on 06th Aug 15
Let me tell you something from my experience as a two month old baby on Quora.He is able to sustain such a wonderful memory because:
He is an Entrepreneur- He has passion for reading, learning and exploring different things. When you learn from your experiences then those memories...
30 Oct 2015
College Memories: When you don't exist?
I have always been a student who was somewhere between good and average.I was a bit shy and reserved and had few friends from a long time. This incident occurred during 3rd year of engineering.One fine day, couple of class mates informed me that the Ma'am who taught Engineering Economics had asked me to meet her urgently.I was...
26 Oct 2015
What should be added in your appraisal report?
I am sharing from my experience, would love to learn something new.Appraisal reports must include the followings things done in the financial year:
Qualitative contributions ( All the qualitative works like mentoring a new employee, training a summer intern, being part of the employee welfare committee or any other groups affiliated with...
23 Oct 2015
3 Things I love to do at home
Counselling- When I was in college, I always wanted someone who could answer my career related queries . I was reliant on google and felt need of someone who can counsel. So, I prefer to counsel others online or offline.
I am a startup enthusiast- I write feedback emails to various startups. I feel happy to provide valuable inputs and the...
20 Oct 2015
Some Myths about Happiness
Here is my take on a topic which is close to my heart. I will bust some Myths about happiness:
Happiness is the result of success - (No it is not, my office boy seems more happy than me. The guy who was moping the washroom floor looked more satisfied and happy to me. Happiness is an attitude! (PS- Success is also relative and for me those...
18 Oct 2015
What do you feel about tough time and tough people?
I too have a story probably not much fancy but still, I want to share it.As a kid, I was weak in Maths and struggled a lot to get better. It was early 90s and I had been regularly punished in the class for my dismal performance. I remember making silly mistakes in exams and then my tutor will scold me. He would often put a finger between my...
16 Oct 2015
How can a teacher make engineering subjects interesting?
Originally written on Quora in response to a Teacher, Seema Shah
A teacher can create interest in the engineering subjects by:
By inspiring not educating- The roles of teachers should be to inspire an student. Excellent teachers are able to do it, eg- I am answering the questions of Seema Ma'am while no one is asking me to do so....
15 Oct 2015
I am Kalam
Originally written in my personal journal in Nov 2011 after watching the movie " I am Kalam"I have just watched the movie " I am Kalam" for the second time. This has touched my heart. I am born and brought up in a modest family . But, I easily co-relate with the poor kid in the movie, who wanted to be like Dr. Kalam.In the movie, the poor chap...
13 Oct 2015
Time Management Tips
I love project management and would like to share few lessons from it to answer this question.
Optimize-I would always try to optimize time and quality.
Time is more than Money- Time is equivalent to money, sometimes more important than money because I have to spend more money to accelerate a project that is delayed.
Do it now if it takes less than...
11 Oct 2015
It is not easy to let go of things
Today, I spent 4 hours cleaning my cupboard but it was fun and entertaining like an old slow movie. I am not joking. I had to pack bag for my vacation so I thought why not let go of the unwanted stuffs. It was a great idea as I was already feeling bored and so had got a job to do. I first targeted clothes and realized that there are two dozen of clothes...
10 Oct 2015
Career: Should I keep working for a startup?
Question
I am pursuing my M-Tech as well as joined the start up side by side. I am little bit confused whether I can handle this work pressure..
and how much risky is it to join a start up at age of 25 I m very indecisive(as it's not my own start up I am part...
