When I first heard about the Unforgettable Tour of 2008 by the superstars of India, I was so excited to see them in a concert. What is making people more excited is the fact that former Miss World and new member of Bachan family, Mrs. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan will also join her husband ,Abhishek Bachchan and father-in-law, Amitabh Bachchan for the first time on a world tour starting in Toronto on 18th July 2008. The Tour will also feature Bollywood heart throb Preity Zinta, funny man Riteish Deshmukh, the superhit music director duo Vishal and Shekar, specialized Indian dancer in jazz and choreographer Shiamak Davar, and one of the most popular starts of Bollywood Akshay Kumar.
Dates of the show:
18th July - Toronto - FRIDAY
26th July - Los Angeles
27th July - San Fransisco
02nd Aug - Houston
09th Aug - Atlantic City
15th Aug - New York - FRIDAY
17th Aug - Vancouver - SUNDAY
23rd Aug - London (UK)
24th Aug - London (UK)
Buy tickets at--
https://www.desiclub.com/shop/cart/ticket_purchase.cfm?eventID=4660&CFID=20867210&CFTOKEN=44103312
Monday, June 23, 2008
Unforgettable Tour 2008
Monday, June 9, 2008
Qualities of an Excellent Manager
An excellent manager taps into talents and resources in order to support and bring out the best in others. An outstanding manager evokes possibility in others.
1. Creativity
Creativity is what separates competence from excellence. Creativity is the spark that propels projects forward and that captures peoples' attention. Creativity is the ingredient that pulls the different pieces together into a cohesive whole, adding zest and appeal in the process.
2. StructureThe context and structure we work within always have a set of parameters, limitations and guidelines. A stellar manager knows how to work within the structure and not let the structure impinge upon the process or the project. Know the structure intimately, so as to guide others to effectively work within the given parameters. Do this to expand beyond the boundaries.
3. Intuition
Intuition is the capacity of knowing without the use of rational processes; it's the cornerstone of emotional intelligence. People with keen insight are often able to sense what others are feeling and thinking; consequently, they're able to respond perfectly to another through their *deeper understanding. * The stronger one's intuition, the stronger manager one will be.
4. Knowledge
A thorough knowledge base is essential. The knowledge base must be so ingrained and integrated into their being that they become *transparent, * focusing on the employee and what s/he needs to learn, versus focusing on the knowledge base. The excellent manager lives from a knowledge base, without having to draw attention to it.
5. Commitment
A manager is committed to the success of the project and of all team members. S/he holds the vision for the collective team and moves the team closer to the end result. It's the manager's commitment that pulls the team forward during trying times.
6. Being Human
Employees value leaders who are human and who don't hide behind their authority. The best leaders are those who aren't afraid to be themselves. Managers who respect and connect with others on a human level inspire great loyalty.
7. Versatility
Flexibility and versatility are valuable qualities in a manager. Beneath the flexibility and versatility is an ability to be both non-reactive and not attached to how things have to be. Versatility implies an openness this openness allows the leader to quickly *change on a dime* when necessary. Flexibility and versatility are the pathways to speedy responsiveness.
8. Lightness
A stellar manager doesn't just produce outstanding results; s/he has fun in the process! Lightness doesn't impede results but rather, helps to move the team forward. Lightness complements the seriousness of the task at hand as well as the resolve of the team, therefore contributing to strong team results and retention.
9. Discipline/Focus
Discipline is the ability to choose and live from what one pays attention to. Discipline as self-mastery can be exhilarating! Role model the ability to live from your intention consistently and you'll role model an important leadership quality.
10. Big Picture, Small Actions
Excellent managers see the big picture concurrent with managing the details. Small actions lead to the big picture; the excellent manager is skillful at doing both: think big while also paying attention to the details.
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Ever wished a 'Second Life' ?
There are time when we wished to become a renouned celebrety, go hiking to some world famous place like Mount Everst, have late night parties in five star clubs (without any family issues), own a huge mansion, drove Ferrari or even own an island!
How about having a second life where you can do all those things which you have not been able to do in your current life (for obvious reasons).
Second Life® is a 3-D virtual world created by its Residents. Since opening to the public in 2003, it has grown explosively and today is inhabited by millions of Residents from around the globe.
From the moment you enter this new World, you'll discover a vast digital continent, teeming with people, entertainment, experiences and opportunity. Once you've explored a bit, perhaps you'll find a perfect parcel of land to build your house or business.
You'll also be surrounded by the Creations of your fellow Residents. Because Residents retain intellectual property rights in their digital creations, they can buy, sell and trade with other Residents.
The Marketplace currently supports millions of US dollars in monthly transactions. This commerce is handled with the inworld unit of trade, the Linden™ dollar, which can be converted to US dollars at several thriving online Linden dollar exchanges.
It's a Second Life world. Experience it once! Read the steps and Tutorials
Steps in Second Life :
1. Create an AVTAAR
The Second Life world is a place dedicated to your creativity. After all, an avatar is your persona in the virtual world. The picture below shows how easy it is to create your avatar. Despite offering almost infinite possibilities, the tool to personalize your avatar is very simple to use and allows you to change anything you like, from the tip of your nose to the tint of your skin. Don't worry if it's not perfect at first, you can change your look at any time.
2. Where do i start
The Map.
Imagine you want to find people socializing. View upcoming events' information on the web map by clicking the the green dots being shown.
The Search Menu.
Now you'd like to learn more about a particular event you saw on the web map. Search for it, and read its description. It sounds great, and you teleport there.
Other People.
Once you arrive, right-click on anybody's avatar and choose "View Profile" to learn about them.
3.Meet people
4. Own a virtual land
Owning land in the Second Life world allows you to build, display, and store your virtual creations, as well as host events and businesses.
You can pay money ans buy that land (optional) and expand your virtual business/ social network
5. Create anything
The Second Life world is a place dedicated to your creativity. It's about dreaming of something one moment and bringing it to life the next. Everything in Second Life is resident-created, from to the strobe lights in the nightclubs to the car (or spaceship) in your driveway.
6. Make REAL MONEY (that's right)
Here's how it works:
The Second Life world has a fully-integrated economy architected to reward risk, innovation, and craftsmanship.
Residents create their own virtual goods and services. Because residents retain the IP rights of their creations, they are able to sell them at various in-world venues.
Businesses succeed by the ingenuity, artistic ability, entrepreneurial acumen, and good reputation of their owners.
Residents who have amassed lots of Linden™ dollars are matched with residents who want to buy Linden dollars at the LindeX™ exchange (our official Linden dollar exchange), or at other unaffiliated third-party exchanges.
The Second Life real estate market provides opportunities for Residents to establish their own communities and business locations. See Land Pricing & Use Fees for details.
For sample videos,visit:
secondlife
