Author Archives: ramesh30rajan

What is my career path

Australia doesn’t cease to amaze me. One day, when I was browsing, I came across something very interesting. South East Try a Trade and Careers Expo 2015 it said. Now a career expo sounds very exciting for some one who … Continue reading

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Corporate Governance is so boring

About seven years ago, I became student again. I was so interested in Human Resource Management that I left my job to pursue an MBA. It was a packed course with loads of learning and it changed my life (for good). … Continue reading

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******* The Diamond Necklace *******

Everyone’s eyes were on the bride. She was draped in a kanjeevaram saree, the mustard colour added to the glow of her face. ‘Nice Couple’, Chandra quipped looking at the bride and the groom. Her husband Ramanujam nodded absently, he was … Continue reading

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Take a break

Many of us at some point in time in our lives intend to take a break from our work life but circumstances don’t really allow us to. ‘How will I manage my finances’ ‘What if I can never find a job … Continue reading

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One for the bo’okra’ck!!

I was out at the market – shopping for groceries – yesterday. I’m surprised to admit it but grocery shopping is a great pastime. Before you judge me as a shopaholic, let me clarify that I am not. Whenever I go … Continue reading

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Self-reliant yet dependent?

  I was bored, so I decided to write something.  The problem is that I am not a good writer. My husband is,  but he doesn’t write these days, he says he needs to be in a ‘Zone’ to write. … Continue reading

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Oh! Cyprus!

This small village on the way to the Troodos mountains.

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Is Dark Tourism insensitive?

They are taking down the pine tree. I need to rush now. At $1,950 I think it’s a steal. Really? This was my reaction when my friend phoned me a few months ago of his plan to go to Japan. … Continue reading

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The Power of Personalized Employee Recognition

What is the purpose of employee recognition? It is to express appreciation for and validation of a person’s extraordinary contribution, extra effort or other accomplishment above and beyond the daily expectations. This is a simple concept. After all, one of … Continue reading

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Monsters University is worth watching

I’ve always been an ardent fan of animated movies. I remember my first animated movie – Toy Story. I was completely captivated by the science and art that went behind making such movies. And since then, I’ve barely missed one. … Continue reading

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