NARA'S NOTEPAD
VOLUME 21
JANUARY 2024
NUMBER 1
Sunday, December 31, 2023
MEMO FROM NARA
Many things have happened in 2023. One of the last sad things
happened on 28 December 2023 was the demise of cine actor and political leader
Mr. Vijaykanth at Chennai. Millions of people from Tamil Nadu assembled to pay
their last respects to him. It was an unforgettable incident. The year has
gone. We are in 2024. We have seen things happened in the world, in our
country, in our state, in our district, in our colony, and in our family. Some
were happy incidents and some other sad and sorrowful events. Anyway we expect
similar or better incidents in 2024. Let’s hope for a better future.
NARA’S NOTEPAD is completing 20 successful years of
publication. Every month the blog satisfied its readers like you and day by day
the numbers of readers increasing leaps and bound. I feel proud that I could
share some information needed for everyone’s life. I do read a lot and pick up
what I like and try to share in my blog. By doing so, I get a great
satisfaction of sharing what I know. We all should do it. Do not keep them as
secrets. Knowledge is open to all. Let’s share with fellow human beings.
Everyone has New Year (2024) resolutions to carry
out. I wish, you faithfully follow and get success in all your attempts.
Learning new skills in 2024 certainly will bring benefits to all of us.
There are many more opportunities expected in the
coming year. Let’s pursue and get the pleasure out of them. I wish you all a
happy and prosperous New Year. - NARA
SUNRISE
SUNRISE
As
dawn embrace, the night unveils,
A
quite world, where darkness pales,
A
golden promise on the brink,
As
morning’s breath begins to link.
The
sky aglow with hues so bright,
Painting
the heavens with sheer delight,
The
sun ascends, a fiery sphere,
Is
gentle warmth, now drawing near.
Awakening
Earth in hues of gold,
Stories
of wonder yet untold,
Birdsongs
weave through morning’s mist,
A
symphony no soul can resist.
With
each new ray, a world reborn,
Hope
in the light of each morn,
The
sunrise whispers, dreams take flight,
A
canvas anew, with endless light.
QUESTIONS TO CREATE
Why must it be done this way?
What is the root problem?
What are the underlying issues?
What does this remind me of?
What is the opposite?
What metaphor or symbol helps to explain it?
Why is it important?
What’s the hardest or most expensive way to do it?
Who has a different perspective on this?
What happens if we don’t do it at all?
COLORING IS THE NEW YOGA
The French started this trend-coloration (coloring
to de-stress). Adult color books are selling more than cookbooks. Researchers
have now scientifically proven that coloring has the same effect on the brain
as deep breathing and meditation. According to psychologist Dr. Stan Rodski, it
makes the brain younger. The experiment showed as people color their brains go
from beta mode (which is around 30 cycles per second), into alpha mode (which
is between 5 and 15 cycles per second). The brain goes into a slow and
relaxation mode.
UNSUCCESSFUL PEOPLE
Even though human
beings are bestowed with tremendous potential powers and also with the
availability of all those things in this world which can make them happy, most
of the people are unhappy and unsuccessful. There are broadly five important
traits of unsuccessful and unhappy people, because of which they are not able
to lead a satisfactory life and enjoy happiness.
1.
They are always complaining: These people are never happy with
anything they have got and with what is happening around them. They always
complain for everything which is happening around them. If it rains they
complain about the rain and when the sun shines, they complain about the harsh
sunshine. When they fail at something, they complain about others’
non-cooperation and when they fall sick they complain about bad food,
pollution, contaminated water, cloudy weather, disturbing sound in the
neighborhood etc.
2.
They act before they think: People act impulsively and later on
regret their actions. They do not weigh the pros and cons of their
actions/decisions and when they fail or face obstructions they repent their
decisions.
3.
They talk more and listen less: People have the habit of talking too much
and not listening to others. They do not realize that when we talk, it is based
on what is known to us, but what we listen to others, we listen to what they
know and may come cross something we were previously unaware of. Since they do
not listen to others, their growth comes to a standstill and because of
excessive talk others maintain their distance from them.
4.
People dwell in the past: They remember painful incidents from the
past and in the process miss out on enjoying the present. They judge everything
that happens in their life based on past experiences, thus unconsciously,
accumulating more pain in the present.
5.
People give up easily: They get easily disappointed and
depressed. They have no strength to face failures and lose self-confidence at
the drop of a hat. They have low patience and they harbor negative feelings
about their future. They do not realize that patience and perseverance are keys
to success.
Always
remember, happy and successful ones are not those who get the best of
everything in life but those who make the best of everything they
get in life. – Satguru Rameshji
CREATIVITY KILLERS
v I’m Not a Creative Person
v Follow the Rules
v Don’t Ask Questions
v Don’t Be Different
v Stay Within the Lines
v There Is Only One Way
v Don’t Be Foolish
v Be Practical
v Be Serious
v Think of Your Image
v That’s Not Logical
v It’s Not Practical
v It’s Never Been Done
v It Can’t Be Done
v It Didn’t Work for Them
v We Tried That Before
v It’s Too Much Work
v We Can’t Afford to Make a Mistake
v It Will Be Too Hard to Administer
v We Don’t Have the Time
v We Don’t Have the Money
v Yes, But…
v Play Is Frivolous
v Failure Is Final
TO QUOTE
We don’t see things as they are; we see them as we
are. – Anais Nin
For every minute spent organizing an hour is earned. –
Benjamin
Franklin
Listen to your elder’s advice, not because they are
always right, but because they have more experience being wrong. -
Anonymous
JUST TO LAUGH
For years, three violin makers co-existed on the
same block in Cremona, Italy. Then one day, the Amati family put a sign in
their shop window saying “We make the best violins in Italy.” The Guarneri
family soon put a sign in their window proclaiming: “We make the best violins
in the world.” Finally, the Stradivarius family responded with this sign: “We
make the best violin on the block.”
What’s an honest politician in a
third world country? They take the bribe and then actually do what they
promised.
LINES I LIKED
Ø It is only when you win awards and acclaim do people recognize you.
Ø
It is possible to
discover and exp;ress different facets of our personality in different
situations with different people.
Ø
It is rare to find a
man engaged in serving the public whose motives are not questioned by the very
people whom his efforts benefit most.
Ø
.
It is our desires that keep stirring us up to
action.
Meet you next month –2024
Professor A. Narayanan, Ph. D., FISPP
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Thursday, November 30, 2023
EVERYONE SELLS SOMETHING
It is true that almost
everyone sells something, whether it is a product, a service, or even
themselves. Even if someone is not in a traditional sales role, they are still
trying to persuade others to see things from their perspective, to buy into
their ideas, or to take action based on their recommendations.
For example, a doctor
may not be selling a physical product, but they are selling their expertise and
knowledge to their patients. A teacher may not be selling a physical product
either, but they are selling their knowledge and skills to their students. In
both cases, the goal is to convince someone to take action based on their
recommendations.
In a more traditional
sense, sales people are constantly selling products and services to potential
customers. They use various techniques and strategies to persuade customers to
buy their products, including highlighting the benefits of the product,
addressing customer concerns, and creating a sense of urgency.
Ultimately, selling is
a fundamental aspect of human interaction and communication. Whether we are
selling a product, a service, or ourselves, we are constantly trying to
persuade others to take action based on our recommendations.
Selling has indeed
become a profession for many people, with sales roles existing in virtually
every industry and sector. In fact, sales is often considered one of the most
important functions of any business, as it is responsible for generating
revenue and driving growth.
Sales professionals
are typically responsible for identifying potentially responsible for
identifying potential customers, building relationships with them, and
persuading them to buy products or services. They may use a variety of tactics,
such as cold calling, networking, and advertizing, to reach their target
market. They are able to build rapport with potential customers, identify their
needs and pain points, and offer solutions that meet those needs.
While selling may not
be the right career path for everyone, it can be a rewarding and lucrative
profession for those who excel in it. Sales professionals have the opportunity
to work in a variety of industries, from technology to healthcare to finance,
and can often earn significant commissions and bonuses based on their
performance.
While it is true that
selling often involves money, it is important to note that not all sales
practices are corrupt. In fact, many sales practices are corrupt. In fact, many
sales professionals operate with the highest ethical standard and work hard to
build trust and credibility with their customers.
However, there are
certainly instances where corruption can occur in sales, such as when sales
people engage in bribery, kickbacks, or other unethical practices in order to
secure sales. This can have serious consequences, both for the individuals
involved and for the organizations they represent.
To address this issue,
it is important for organizations to establish clear ethical guidelines and
codes of conduct for their sales teams. These guidelines should outline the
expectations for ethical behavior, and provide guidance on how to handle
situations where ethical dilemmas arise.
Additionally,
organizations should provide regular training and education to their sales
teams on ethical practices and the consequences of unethical practices and the
consequences of unethical behavior. This can help to ensure that sales professionals
understand to make ethical decisions in their day-to-day work.
Finally, it is
important for organizations to have strong internal controls and over sight
mechanisms in place to detect and prevent corrupt practices. This can include
regular audits, monitoring of sales practices, and reporting mechanisms for
employees to raise concerns about unethical behavior.
By taking these steps,
organizations can work to promote ethical sales practices and prevent
corruption from occurring in their sales teams.
SAY IT YOURSELF
v Let your values guide you
v Ask for support when you
need it
v Walk your own path but make room for others
v Follow your passion
v Get up again when you fall
v Don’t judge anybody without
understanding their circumstances
v Everybody messes up
sometimes
v Learn to forgive yourself
v Respect yourself and others
TIPS FOR JOY AND PEACE OF MIND
1.
Spend time in nature: Take a walk in parks,
gardens, or natural settings connect with the beauty of the outdoors and enjoy
the calming effect of nature.
2.
Engaging in creative
pursuits: Explore
activities like painting, writing, playing a musical instrument, or crafting.
These activities like painting, writing, playing a musical instrument, or
crafting. These activities can provide a sense of fulfilment self-expression,
and relaxation.
3.
Practicing mindfulness
and meditation: Set aside
dedicated time to engage in mindfulness, exercises or meditation. These
practices can help calm the mind, reduce stress, and promote a sense of inner
peace.
4.
Listening to music: Listen to your
favourite music or explore new genres that uplift your mood. Music has the power
to evoke emotions, soothe the soul, and create a peaceful atmosphere.
5.
Engaging in physical
exercise: Find
physical activities that you enjoy such as yoga, tai chi, or dancing. Exercise
releases endorphins, improves mood, and promotes overall well-being.
6.
Spending time with
loved ones: Connect
with family and friends whose company brings you joy. Engage in meaningful
conversations, share laughter, and create lasting memories together.
7.
Engaging in hobbies
and interests: Pursue
activities that ignite your passion. It could be gardening, cooking, reading,
physical games or any other hobbies you enjoy.
8.
Practicing gratitude: Take time to reflect
on the things you are grateful for in your life. Keeping a gratitude journal or
expressing gratitude to others can shift your focus towards positivity and
contentment.
THE LATEST IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
1. GPT-3: GPT-3 is a language model developed by Open AI that uses deep learning techniques to generate human-like text. It has made significant strides in natural language processing and has demonstrated impressive results in language, translation, summarization, and dialogue systems.
2.
Computer Vision: Computer vision is an area of AI that
involves the development of algorithms that can extract meaningful information
from visual data, such as images and videos. Recent advances in computer vision
have led to significant improvements in object recognition, facial recognition,
and object tracking.
3.
Reinforcement Learning: Reinforcement learning is a type of
machine learning that uses trial and error to learn from experience. Recent
developments in reinforcement learning have made it possible to develop
intelligent systems that can learn to make decisions and take actions based on
their environment.
4.
Explainable AI: Explainable AI is an area of research that
focuses on developing AI systems that are transparent and can explain their
decisions in a way that humans can understand. This is particularly important
for applications such as healthcare and finance, where decisions made by AI
systems have a significant impact on human lives.
5.
Quantum Computing: Quantum computing is a new type of
computing technology that uses quantum mechanical phenomena to perform
operations. Recent developments in quantum computing have led to the
development of quantum machine learning algorithms, which could lead to
significant advances in AI in the near future.
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