Jul 25, 2008

List of my future blog topics

I am not able to update my blog, so I decided to atleast publish my future topics of blog :-
- My most memorable moments
- I fear of ...
- What I like about American Writer
- LIC vs Income Tax Vs Investment in shares
- My views on God
- resemblence of my look with others
- What I dont like about me..
- How to become Millionaire
- 100 things must do before die .... &
........
So, wait and keep guessing,

Khushal
25/07/2008

Jul 21, 2008

KAI-ZEN

Dear friends,


This is one of the most useful terms I came across when I was studying ICWAI.

This is Japanese terms which means just little more improvement every time. In wikipedia Kai zen refers to Japanese philosophy where there is constant improvement in product through out the life.


The fundamental idea of this philosophy is that it is not possible every time to invent new thing or discover new method / strategy to do something. It requires lots of R&D, talent, time, resources & even if discovered will take time to be accepted by / feasible for common persons.

Instead of this, efforts should be made to improvise the already discovered product / method by studying its all components. Take e.g. Washing Machine. Now washing machine is discovered and easily available. Scientists still can discover a machine which can give better washing & cleaning by using alternative methods or creating entirely new system. However it will take lots of resources, like money, men hours,capital, trials etc.

Now, scientists are trying to improvise the existing Washing Machine, like making it automatic, making it less power / water consuming, good washing results etc.


Kai zen involves considering the process & results of activities.

It involves systamatic analysis of all the process activities and it resultant impacts on actual result. Now plans are made to improve the process activities by removing unnecessary elements thereby improving the results with lesser efforts.


When I was taught about this subject, I was constantly thinking about changing just little things of various so that it functions are improved or at least cost are reduced.

While coming back home, I observed the Conductor of bus. He was multitasking issuing tickets, collecting cash, directing driver, people etc. I started thinking how Kai zen can help him. First it strike to me that, there should be some system so that he can issue tickets easily. I could not think beyond it. There was no solution. Then I saw that he was having aluminum bag containing tickets which was very heavy. Every time he issues tickets, he lift it and then just let it go. It is heavy & definitely on leaving, dash heavily on his leg. Every day he is issuing no. of tickets & getting hurt by his own bag. I though something to be done to overcome this situation.

I thought we can apply Kai zen here, all the aluminium bag should be replaced by bag made of good plastic.

Some of the conductor covered the back portion of aluminium bag with smooth plastic so that it should not hit hard.

When I was working in Accounts dept., I have used this concept consistently and made my life easier. I remember, we have to pass at least 10-15 entries to account our salaries, but now only one entry does the trick.

I am sure you can also apply Kai zen to any activities to improve.

With best luck,

Khushal

Jul 17, 2008

Dont forget to wear smile

There was small interview of Mr.Sanjay Dutt, where he was asked, "you never leave home without?" , He replied," Mobile, purse etc.. and never forget to wear my smile".

I like this very much.

Smile is contagious.

I remember, one day I was feeling very depressed. I dont know everything was going wrong. I missed our contract bus. Best bus was overcrowded. Trains too were late and there was heavy rush on platefore. Somehow I got in the train and got uncomfortable 3rd seat. I was fuming and feeling vey low. Then I saw a young man standing in between our seats . He was talking on mobile and blushing, smiling. I was amazed and started enjoying the smile and postive energy generated from it.

Within few minutes, all my worries, depression was erased and I feel relieved and actually was smiling.

I thought, smile is very powerful, contagious & spread the positive energy.

I have experienced the power of it.

So, "do wear your smile" wherever you are.

With love,

Khushal

Jul 10, 2008

Joke

जेलर कैदी से : जेल से बाहर जाने के बाद क्या करोगे?
कैदी : सोच रहांहूँ जेवेल्लरीशॉप खोलूँगा।
जेलर : मगर उसमे तो बहोत पैसे लगेंगे।
कैदी : यह आपसे किसने कह दिया, सिर्फ़ एक छोटी सी हथोडी काफी हैं।

Jul 9, 2008

Interview with Mr.D

I used to read the interviews of Celebrities, Politician Leaders etc.. I always wonder that how they are able to manage the balance answers for various type of questions. I felt that, what answer would I have been given in such situations. But luckily I am not celebrity or leader so I have to wait.

I was toying with the idea of taking my own interview with such questions, in the meantime I decided to take interview of one of my colleague. We will identify this colleague as Mr.D. He is owner of very pleasant personality & always in happy mood. The interview was small but full of blast. So presenting you my first interview with Mr. D.

(The questions are ready made & lifted from supplement of one News Paper)

Q- Are you a shopaholic?
(Mr. D asks me what exactly I meant, on explaining, )
A- No.
Q-Your style statement.
A. Nothing
Q- Is Shopping Social activity or solo?
A. (after explanation) Solo.
Q-Favourite shopping destination?
A.Nothing.
Q-Are you an impulsive shopper.
A-(again explanation) No.
Q-How much money do you splurge every month?
A- (splurge means - expense) Nil.
Q-An item you don't mind splurging on.
A-Nothing.
Q-Are you brand conscious?
(now comes the great answer)
A. Yes!
Q-Favourite clothing brands?
A. Local.
(I asked - Local what local? we are talking brand. A- Yaar, all local shops having local brand)
Q-Favourite outfit?
A. Nothing.
(I explained & asked to answer it properly)
then
A.Banian & lungi.
Q-The colour that dominates your wardrobe?
(after lots of request & persuasion)
A. Black.
Q-Favourite accessories.
A. Nothing.
(I GIVE UP)
Q-Luxury product you covet?
A. Nothing.
(AGAIN GIVEN UP)
Q-Favourite Fragrance?
A. Not applicable.
(GOD SAVES ME)
Q-Your recent pick?
A. Nil
(HE SAYS THERE IS NO PURCHASES FROM LAST SO MANY YEARS)
Q-Did you go out intending to buy it?
A-Not applicable.
(I SAID THANK YOU!)
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End of interview
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I want feedback from whosoever read this & also pray for me,

please............,

Khushal

Jul 7, 2008

Toto Chan

There is one wonderful book in our Hindi Library, titled "Toto Chan".

This carries positive energy. This book is written by Japanese Writer "Toto Chan" & translated in Hindi keeping its heart as it is.

I loved this book very much, I don't know why but it gives me positive vibes & there was constant feeling of happiness while reading.

The book is about a little girl (writer) Toto Chan, who is very different & is being expelled from the school as she is not concentrating on studies. Now she is being registered at new School, where there is no standard class room ( rather their class is inside railway wagon), no set curriculum, no fixed subjects, no separate classes. The books goes on narrating her experience of new school.

It is worth reading.

Have time, get hold of the book & enjoy the journey of little "Toto Chan".

Best luck,

Khushal
07/07/08

Jul 4, 2008

Terrorism Insurance

There is a news article at DNA, which I think I should share with all.

One website offerring various insurance services are now offers insurance policy for Terrorism
Insurance free of cost. It covers individual for the value of Rs.1 lacs. The insurance is provided by The New India Assurance Co. Ltd. Delhi Office.

The website is www.click2insure.in

The further details & registration visit this link :http://www.click2insure.in/FightTerrorism.aspx

Take care,
Khushal
04/07/08

Jul 2, 2008

Great News, Big Prizes for great Ideas,

There is new series started by Hindustan Times News Paper in respect of great ideas converted into successful business enterprises & thereby changing the lives of Mumbai.

They have also giving plateform for new ideas & they are offering prize of Rs.7 lakhs(Rs. 5 + Rs. 1 + Rs.1 each) for the same,

so if you have any ideas mail it to them,

visit www.hindustantimes.com,

with love & luck,

Khushal
02/07/2008