Wednesday, December 7, 2011

The Truth About You - Marcus Buckingham

Marcus Buckingham, the world's leading expert on career success, presents a revolutionary message in his new book, The Truth About You. Marcus challenges much of what you've been taught and empowers you to enjoy higher satisfaction and performance in life and work . You will find true career direction, capitalize on your uniqueness, and create a work life that plays to your strengths. This book also includes a powerful DVD film from Marcus and an incredible self-realization tool called a ReMemo Pad. Discover new understanding and excitement in life and give everyone the best you have to offer...The Truth About You. The Truth About You is perfect for personal use and as a job placement and performance review tool. Its concise format serves as a resource for HR and business leaders to acquire, retain and help Gen Y employees (30 years of age or younger) develop a work life that plays to their strengths.

Sunday, December 4, 2011

Dr.Prithwis Mukerjee at Praxis Panel Discussion 2010

Popularity of B-schools these days rests on their placement records. Greater the percentage of those placed, the better the quality of education imparted by these B-schools- this is the general notion. It was this issue that was taken up for a panel discussion on April 17 by Praxis Business School on the occasion of the convocation ceremony of class of '09 and '10. The panel consisted of K Dasaratharaman, President, Specialty Businesses, Spencer's Retail, Shankar Chatterjee, Managing Director, Bertling Logistics, Dr Prithwis Mukerjee, Professor, VG-SoM IIT Kharagpur and Santosh Desai, MD & CEO, Future Brands Ltd, Future Group. Moderating the discussion was Prof Charanpreet Singh, Associate Dean, Praxis Business School. Singh elaborated on the topic and presented both its sides -- why should B-schools not be called placement agencies and B-schools should have a greater aim. Opening the discussion was K. Dasaratharaman. The IIM A passout spoke about the philosophical, cultural and sociological aspects of a B-school. He humorously narrated how students of reputed B-schools can easily get a credit card or find a spouse. What made his speech stand out was however a unique observation: "Life is not a choice of 'or' but it is the tyranny of the 'and'. While you do one thing you have to be conscious of its opposite." He concluded his speech by advising students to be multi-potent and ambidextrous." Referring to the issue under scrutiny, the next speaker Shankar Chatterjee ...

Friday, December 2, 2011

THX - Speakers and subwoofer set up explained

Laurie Fincham takes us briefly through THX certified speakers and explains the subwoofer and satellite approach.

Thursday, December 1, 2011

Placements in private sector-DINAMALAR

over five thousand candidates took part in the government organized private sector job fair. Tamilnadu assembly speaker Avudaiyappan, ministers TPM Mohideen khan, Poongothai, Anbarasan who were present at the function.