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Marathon Baba
My marathon starts from the finish line,' said Marathon Baba. He runs through his country for seven long years until he miraculously turns red and builds Marathon Ashram. Hundreds of runaways descend on the Ashram and become its residents. 'It's not about the pace, it's about the peace,' said Marathon Baba. Thirty-three Deadly Disciples find their peace in the freedom of the Ashram and devote themselves to their Red Guru. 'For the Ashram to live, Marathon Baba must die,' say the Deadly Disciples. He was warned. Running is injurious to health. Witty, wacky and weedy, Marathon Baba is a wondrous tale about the cult of a man who couldn't stop running. About The Author Girish Kohli was born on the day when a dog in the US was put on Trial and executed for barking too much. Girish hasn't passed out of The IITs or the IIMs. He doesn't have a day job either. If you wish to speak to him, ye u will not find Him on either facebook or Twitter. He drives a space tyre and is the author of Two Unpublished novels. Marathon Baba, his third book which has been published first, is the only book in the world based on a pair of unused running shoes.
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Personal Excellence.
This priceless collection of prize articles includes the most respected authorities on personal and professional development. From Michael Jordan to Mary Kay Ash to Pope John II, you’ll read about how you—as well as every other person—possess the potential to achieve and improve the quality of your life, how facing yourself is always better than running from yourself, and how feeling free is so fundamental to human nature. This insightful and inspiring book will help you in five areas: preparation, performance, recovery, life values, and ongoing growth.
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Post-Hindu India
Kancha Ilaiah, the author of the best selling book Why I am Not a Hindu, pens a thought-provoking critique of Brahmanism and the caste system in India, while anticipating the death of Hinduism as a direct consequence of, what he says is, its anti-scientific and anti-nationalistic stand. This work challenges Hinduism`s interpretation of history, with a virulent attack on caste politics, and also takes a refreshing look at the necessity of encouraging indigenous scientific thought for the sake of national progress. It establishes Hinduism as a `backward` religion that suppresses the latent scientific and productive potential of the Dalit?Bahujan communities. The author says this oppressive system of spiritual fascism is detrimental to both the future of religion and the nation-state. He thus criticizes the idea of spiritual justice or varnadharma, used to justify the caste system, as rooted in spiritual inequality. On a micro-analytical level, it is based on a thorough study of the productive knowledge systems of the Dalit?Bahujan communities of Andhra Pradesh, and provides a detailed day-to-day analysis of the scientific technological processes and events at work in the life of a member of these communities. On a macro level, it shows how Hinduism fails to negotiate between faith and reason, unlike other major religions of the world. Kancha Ilaiah critiques the intellectual imagination of the dominant communities and inspires the marginalized. In the process of doing so he crafts a work of immense socio-political interest which appeals to academics, and also to all those who are concerned about contemporary India`s polity and social fabric. Table of Contents Introduction Unpaid Teachers Subaltern Scientists Productive Soldiers Subaltern Feminists Social Doctors Meat and Milk Economists Unknown Engineers Food Producers Social Smugglers Spiritual Fascists Intellectual Goondas Symptoms of Civil War and End of Hinduism Conclusion: The Post-Hindu India Glossary
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Chasing Success
Success is a sweet seven letter word much relished by one and all in their lives. People have been striving hard to achieve success in their chosen fields since time immemorial. Whilst a few had tasted real success, majority had to content which much less. This has been the story so far and may remain so in future too considering the competition, resources and opportunities available. Be that the case, striving is needed to gain anything worthwhile. Should that become a chore, habit, passion or an obsession depends on the mindset of the individual concerned. Many suffering from achievement syndrome believe that more work is the key to success. Time alone will reveal the truth of their belief. By that time, unfortunately, youth and even life would have ebbed away. This book is an attempt to take a peep into the dynamics of achieving sustainable success, work-life balance and ecstasy in one's life-sooner than later.
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Us And Them
This groundbreaking and eloquently written book explains how and why people are wedded to the notion that they belong to differing human kinds--tribe-type categories like races, ethnic groups, nations, religions, casts, street gangs, sports fandom, and high school cliques.
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Chicken Soup For the Surviving Soul
The pain of cancer touches many people in various ways. It afflicts the young and the old, the rich and the poor; it does not discriminate. It robs individuals of their dignity, lays waste to human bodies and tears apart families. But it also makes those afflicted value the seemingly insignificant routine events of each day; the setting sun, dinner with loved ones, the changing of autumn leaves. For people living with cancer, each moment is precious, every breath sacred. In this special collection of Chicken Soup for the Soul, you will read incredible stories from those who have reached beyond the pain of body and soul to survive cancer. Through loving support, unending hope, a positive attitude, and unswerving faith that they would beat the odds no matter how great, those sharing their stories offer empowerment to all cancer victims and their families. Those recovering from a debilitating illness or a serious injury will also find relief from their pain in the warmth of these stories. Chicken Soup for the Surviving Soul is a potent tonic for physical and spiritual healing.
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Tea for Two and a Piece of Cake
What if life threw you a magnificent opportunity, only to knock you down later and laugh at you? Would you fight back or let it pass? Nisha's life is far from perfect. At twenty-six, she is plump, plain-looking, and without a boyfriend. A chance date and a bizarre twist of events lead her to the altar with suave Samir Sharma, only to be abandoned eight years later. As she struggles to stand on her own feet, Akash, a younger guy, enters her life. Can Nisha find love a second time? Tea for Two and a Piece of Cake is an unusual, a heart-warming, and gripping love-story between two people who have so much to lose by getting into a relationship with each other, yet so much to gain. About The Author Preeti Shenoy, is an author and an artist with two national bestsellers. Her interests are as multifarious and diverse as her several academic degrees which include an internationally recognised qualification from UK in portraiture. She loves yoga, travelling, nature, creating stuff, photography, blogging and basketball. She lives in Bangalore,India with her husband, two children and a hyperactive Doberman. To know more go to preetishenoy.com
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Dhirubhai Ambani: AGAINST ALL ODDS
Dhirubhai and Reliance's success have been so phenomenal that most people are unable to see beyond he glitter of their wealth. Dhirubhai's success was by no means a walk in the park. He had to fight long and hard for it. And that is what is so inspiring about his life and success. It gives us the courage 'to dream...with our eyes open' as he put it. This is a collection of stories not just about dreams but about the price that you pay for achieving them. Dhirubhai's path was liberally sprinkled with obstacles. Some of them were deliberately placed by peers who hoped in vain to slow down his hard-to-beat pace, and some by fate itself. But unlike you and me who would probably change course after overcoming a few, he on the other hand, persevered, found a way around them, bulldozed his way through the others, but more importantly never, ever lost hope, and was rewarded a hundredfold because of it. Table Of Contents Chapter 1. Against All Odds Chapter 2. The Teenage Freedom Fighter Chapter 3. Total Trust - A Way of Life Chapter 4. Challenges - His Adrenalin Chapter 5. Impossible!? What is it? Chapter 6. The Large-hearted Leader Chapter 7. The Dhirubhai Effect - Before and After Dhirubhai Chapter 8. Afterword
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Ethics & Values
The Winners Series:- Attitude - The key to Success: Develop a "Can Do' attitude Winning Strategies: Winners have will power Losers have won't power Winner's Edge: Do the right thing for the right reason Attitude Determines Attitude: Respond to life more enthusiastically, both at work and home Ethics and values: Learn the difference between old and obsolete values Discipline Your Way to Freedom: If we discipline ourselves, others won't have to All titles of the book are available with free VHS, VCD, Audio-CD/Cassette format
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Interpersonal communication
A new text that demonstrates the relevance of interpersonal communication to self-knowledge, health, fulfillment, personal relationships, professional success, and more. Nine chapters with examples of how interpersonal communication affects our daily lives: What is Communication and Should You Care?, Making Contact with Others, Listening Skills, Nonverbal Communication, Managing Conflict, Persuasion, Leadership Skills, Family Communication, Intercultural Communication
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The Complete Mind Management Guide
The complete mind management guide provides you with a step by step program to transform yourself by correcting guna-imbalances to achieve total harmony in body, mind and spirit. It is based on a 5,000-year-old system of mind management used by the Rishis of Ancient India in their quest for Truth, Harmony and God - Realization. The difference between a sinner and a saint is in the state of mind. Why be a sinner, when you can be a saint?
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Spirituality Unplugged
The pressures of modern living, the accompanying stress and lack of purpose in life drive a lot of people to seek refuge in spirituality. This book is for rational, ambitious and educated people who would like to know whether adding spirituality to their lives is really important. It outlines clear-cut ways & means of attaining fulfilment in life through the spiritual path, while actively pursuing one's material aspirations. The book provides: -A theoretical framework covering concepts and principles with special emphasis on often encountered contradictions. -An overview of specific organisations like Art of Living, Osho International Foundation and techniques like Transcendental Meditation, Vipassana and many others. -An objective and quantifiable process to assess which path is best suited for a given seeker. -Realistic expectation of results so that there is minimal disillusionment. -Insights on how to assess if one is on the right track especially if no tangible progress is observable.
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Harvard Business Review On Marketing
The "Harvard Business Review Paperback Series" is designed to bring managers and professionals the fundamental information they need to stay competitive in a fast-moving world. The articles in this collection provide a diverse look at marketing, including global branding, one-to-one marketing, and how to manage buzz.
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Dabawalas
Businesses go through dramatic twists and turns. Some survive, while quite a few fall by the way-side. Corporate heads grapple with this and are keen to find a sustainable model for making organisations last. Dabawalas, the story of Mumbai?s ubiquitous homemade food delivery men stands in sharp contrast. A 115-year-old business enterprise, run by semi-literate group of people, that has sustained itself through the vicissitudes of change presents a role model. Through a dialogue between four characters, the book brings to the fore key characteristics of successful organisations ? values, decentralised decision-making, continuous value addition to customer care and many more. Besides this, the book includes take-aways for leaders and managers to imbibe for building lasting success based on values. About The Author Shrinivas Pandit is a leadership counsellor and author. His clients include Dian Graha Elektrika, an Indonesian marketing corporation in Jakarta; Biocon Group, Bangalore; Inter University Centre for Astronomy & Astrophysics (IUCAA) Pune; NABARD, Mumbai; Education Department, Government of Maharashtra. His areas of specialisation include building organisational culture, leadership development, transforming attitudes through innovative workshops on team management, career counselling, motivation, time management, quality of life and result orientation. Mr Pandit headed the Human Resources Divisions of Blue Star, Hardillia Chemicals, Johnson & Johnson before retiring from Siemens as Executive Vice President. He is a graduate in Economics and Law. From the London School of Economics, he obtained a post graduate Diploma in Personnel Management & Industrial Relations. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Personnel & Development (IPD), UK. He has authored two books : Thought Leaders: Source Code for Exceptional Managers and Entrepreneurs and Design your Career: For Prosperity in the Dejobbed Economy. Mr. Pandit conducts unique seminars on "Thought Leadership" based on his studies of Indian Leaders. He can be reached at shrinpandit@hotmail.com. Table Of Contents Preface: The Story behind a Durable Business Success Acknowledgements Chapter 1.Food prepared with affection at home provides divine contentment. Chapter 2.If you change just enough, you achieve embracive happiness Chapter 3.When you move beyond the fear of new entrants and competition; You feel free with belief in God that he will provide new customers Chapter 4.Search what is durable in times of major change; It provides the wildest of business opportunities. Chapter 5.Decentralise to empower and deliver with excellence; Ensure that the cost of change is least to the customer. Chapter 6.Savour the old but enjoy the changing Chapter 7.Sprinters@bottomofpyramid.com Chapter 8.The harder you hold on loyally to old customers with a dependable delivery service, it provides lasting business Chapter 9.Lifelong devotional commitment to timely deliverables brings Royal recognition and increase in business. Chapter 10.At the prince?s wedding, affection mysteriously leads to bonding and contentment; Its ethos is local but broad banding is global. Chapter 11.The success secret of any business is to make its service segment humane. Chapter 12.I am eager to share the story with all. Appendix Epilogue ....The take home packet is bountiful and reassuring
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Succeed for Yourself
Shows how you can transform your individual dream of success into reality. This title takes you on a journey of self-discovery that help you seize your self-belief, set goals and achieve them, overcome setbacks and rejection, become motivated and find happiness at home and at work.
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Yes or No
About the Author Spencer Johnson is an internationally respected thought leader and number one bestselling author whose insights help millions of people discover simple truths they can use to have healthier lives with more success and less stress. He has often been called "the best there is at taking complex subjects and presenting simple solutions that work." He is the author of the #1 bestselling books Who Moved My Cheese?, an amazing way to deal with change, and The One Minute Manager®, the world's most popular management method, written with legendary management consultant Kenneth Blanchard. Dr. Johnson has written many other international bestsellers, including The Present, Yes or No, and four other books in the One Minute® series: The One Minute Mother, The One Minute Father, The One Minute Teacher, and One Minute for Yourself; and the popular children's book series, ValueTales® His education includes a B.A. in psychology from the University of Southern California, an M.D. degree from the Royal College of Surgeons, and medical clerksbips at Harvard Medical School and the Mayo Clinic. Dr. Johnson has served as Medical Director of Communications for Medtronic, the inventors of cardiac pacemakers; Research Physician at the Institute for Inter-Disciplinary Studies, a think tank; Consultant to the Center for the Study of the Person, and the School of Medicine, University of California; and Leadership Fellow at the Harvard Business School. His books have been featured often in the media, including CNN, the Today show, Larry King Live, Time, BusinessWeek, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, Fortune, USA Today, the Associated Press, and United Press International. Spencer Johnson's books are available worldwide in twenty-six languages.
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How To Self- Development Building Self-Esteem
People who improve their self-esteem find that their lives take on new meaning and confidence as well-being is enhanced. This practical book, now updated for a second edition, shows how the damage caused by faulty beliefs can be reversed, accomplishments and abilities. Exercises and case studies help provide strategies for building self-esteem. This also makes a valuable handbook for those who work in healthcare or counselling.