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Book Review- Rework by David Heinemeier Hansson and Jason Fried

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With the genesis of the human era, the growth is defined in direct proportion to the innovation of its generation. Distinct criteria dictate so that they become the law… for the time being … but with the momentum, the laws either need to be re-defined or moderated as per the new law. This is the orbit of progress and as we generally understand... that progress keeps on thrusting ahead. I found this book at the airport bookstall last week. The charming title “Rework” made me wonder about the kind of new philosophy of business it will be deliberating upon and this curiosity led me to yet another captivating read. Re-work does not corroborate the same old traditional advice found in a majority of business books. It bluntly tosses out old business rules. However, the basic theme ( or I should say 'law' ) persists i.e. the prosperity of an individual, an organization, and a nation is symbiotic with the individual aspiration which should reciprocate with the vision of the organiz...

Book Review- Do Epic Shit by Ankur Warikoo

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  Initially, the name of the writer of this latest read Ankur Warikoo was known to me as a podcaster who chaperoned me through morning walks via his online sessions. Later, I started following him on YouTube and found his theories and topics relatable and practical. So it was no wonder that I pre-booked this book with the unique title "Do Epic Shit" and read it. But surprise… surprise… this small book took me two months to finish . Certainly, the content is fantastic. And I followed the instructions of the writer to go over 4-5 pages at one time and later gave comprehensive thought to the readings. There is nothing new in the book… yet everything re-new-ed . My verdict about this book is… the simple writing with quick fundas deciphered in the most genial manner- is perfect for those readers who avoid thick self-help kind-of books and for those who are looking for some affirmation booster in the various situations of their lives. The book enlightens the timeless concepts i....

Why not use some common sense?

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"Common sense" is the most common word I have heard people recite commonly to depict the requirement of common understanding to do the daily tasks or taking typical decisions in common life. I have also observed people who use this term to commonly refute the things/actions because it is above or below their “own common sense”. Voltaire has once said “ Common sense is not so common ” and to expand on this… species with this quality are rare. People can indicate that they have common sense but during moments of necessity, the common sense goes hideaway. Nevertheless, I wonder if these seldom found species are easily diagnosed and celebrated among the herd of human beings. We all know the story of The Nano Car and Ratan Tata. Such are people whose actions can be termed as “ common sense in action ” giving rise to a deep impact. As defined by Wikipedia, Common sense is a sound, rational judgment about everyday matters, or an essential ability to discern, understand, and judge ...