- Have the employee leave as a friend
- Once somebody has given notice, their heart leaves, better to leave them immediately
- If you don't need them for the transition training, it's best to let them go
- It's not necessary to treat him like a criminal
- Why make a person feel poorly about leaving?
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Dealing with Resignations
Reading a couple of articles on project management and how to deal with an Employee who resigns and I see how the way a resigned employee is dealed with in this part of the world is opposite of what the Industry experts advice. Couple of lines from different articles:
WSS Post SP2 Hotfix
As I am working on a test upgrade, I wanted to use the Stsadm -o databaserepair option to get rid of my orphaned sites. Hence I installed one of the Microsoft Post SP2 HOTFIX on both my Sharepoint 2003 web servers. And everything went on fine. I ran the operation and resolved my Prescan issues.
next day morning when I came to office, one of the web servers was giving the error: "This Windows Sharepoint Services Virtual server has not been configured for use with ASP.NET 2.0.50727,832. For more information ..." Any one would go insane looking at that on your production webserver when you dont have ASP.NET 2.0 on it and users calling you.
And the Resolution was, I restarted IIS on the affected Web server and everything was fine. Strange but true.
next day morning when I came to office, one of the web servers was giving the error: "This Windows Sharepoint Services Virtual server has not been configured for use with ASP.NET 2.0.50727,832. For more information ..." Any one would go insane looking at that on your production webserver when you dont have ASP.NET 2.0 on it and users calling you.
And the Resolution was, I restarted IIS on the affected Web server and everything was fine. Strange but true.
MOSS Web Server gives 403 You are not Authorized
Have a MOSS Server farm, one of the Web servers call it Server2 was shutdown and changes made to the other web server call it Server1, when the Server2 was later connected I would get a HTML 403 error, you are Not authorized to view this page. When I disabled Friendly HTTP Error messages in my Internet Explorer, I saw the error was "Directory Listing Denied, This virtual Directory does not allow contents to be listed"
Was wondering whats wrong tried to run the Sharepoint Configuration again on Server2 but no luck, still same error.
Resolution: Went to Central Administration page, and In farm topology Clicked on Server2 and than Stopped the Windows Sharepoint Services Web application service and Started it again and now the site started rendering back.
Was wondering whats wrong tried to run the Sharepoint Configuration again on Server2 but no luck, still same error.
Resolution: Went to Central Administration page, and In farm topology Clicked on Server2 and than Stopped the Windows Sharepoint Services Web application service and Started it again and now the site started rendering back.
Saturday, September 08, 2007
Random Thoughts
Life is soo Amazing. Show me one man who has no problems?? But the best ones are those, who know how to deal with their problem. If you have a problem, First Dont Panic. I remember a friend quoted some Doctor telling him. "When you are in a hurry, Go Slow" So take a deep breath and look at the options around you. Look at the channels that are accessible to you. In my case being a believer in Islaam, we believe in Destiny, that everything is destined (Dont get confused, it does not mean that you sit with your hands folded) but we still need to work hard. As the creator loves man to do whatever he does in the best way. So look at your options, look at your priorities, Seek help from Almighty and work on the options available and see what comes your way. And than decide if you wanna grab it?
And trust me, when I was in India, being in the Software Industry, when I resigned from the second company I worked for, I told him I did not want to go to USA as it was too far from India, I would love to be somewhere where I can reach back home in 3 hours or be in MUMBAI. As for me my family is a priority. So he mentioned to me Awwab you are destined to go to USA. On a second thought I thought he was right. Bcos the next company I joined it was all planned and I was about to go to USA, tickets booked except that the Approval was waiting from the bigger bosses since the project managers had already approved it. But the way things changed, I landed up in Kuwait without having imagined this would happen. And now I am so Happy over here, God willing I will stay here for long if all moves fine.
So now you see, what I meant about destiny.... Well Food ready and me hungry... Gotta Run....
And trust me, when I was in India, being in the Software Industry, when I resigned from the second company I worked for, I told him I did not want to go to USA as it was too far from India, I would love to be somewhere where I can reach back home in 3 hours or be in MUMBAI. As for me my family is a priority. So he mentioned to me Awwab you are destined to go to USA. On a second thought I thought he was right. Bcos the next company I joined it was all planned and I was about to go to USA, tickets booked except that the Approval was waiting from the bigger bosses since the project managers had already approved it. But the way things changed, I landed up in Kuwait without having imagined this would happen. And now I am so Happy over here, God willing I will stay here for long if all moves fine.
So now you see, what I meant about destiny.... Well Food ready and me hungry... Gotta Run....
Monday, July 23, 2007
Jan Tielens in Kuwait
Blogging after long, I guess Jan Tielens inspired me to. Got this In-house training in my company for Sharepoint 2007 provided by the best, none other than U2U. And the tutor is none other than Jan Tielens and trust me, If it would not have been U2U, i would not have bothered to attend it.
To brief u, he is a Guy known (Maroof in Arabic) for his Sharepoint skills, and I remember I refer back to his blogs whenever i need some help while working with sharepoint development. I have also heard him in many screencasts. So finally, this gentleman whom I knew only through blogs and audio was in front of me, and giving a live training. It was an amazing experience (Thanks to Diyar 'My company'). I know him since 2003-2004, when i Initially started working with Sharepoint 2003
He is like my role model, in Sharepoint area. This is the first time he is in Kuwait, and I guess at the wrong time of the year, the climate is the highest in July and August out here. And I very recently heard from some1 that "Kuwait is the most Hot Inhabitated land in the world". I dunno if thats true.
Anyways, I wish Jan a good trip and I am sure I am gonna benefit from this training in a lot of ways, not just learning sharepoint. But observing how the Sharepoint Guru deals with his students, he is humble, he is nice and he is the Sharepoint Guru. Cheers...
To brief u, he is a Guy known (Maroof in Arabic) for his Sharepoint skills, and I remember I refer back to his blogs whenever i need some help while working with sharepoint development. I have also heard him in many screencasts. So finally, this gentleman whom I knew only through blogs and audio was in front of me, and giving a live training. It was an amazing experience (Thanks to Diyar 'My company'). I know him since 2003-2004, when i Initially started working with Sharepoint 2003
He is like my role model, in Sharepoint area. This is the first time he is in Kuwait, and I guess at the wrong time of the year, the climate is the highest in July and August out here. And I very recently heard from some1 that "Kuwait is the most Hot Inhabitated land in the world". I dunno if thats true.
Anyways, I wish Jan a good trip and I am sure I am gonna benefit from this training in a lot of ways, not just learning sharepoint. But observing how the Sharepoint Guru deals with his students, he is humble, he is nice and he is the Sharepoint Guru. Cheers...
Sunday, May 06, 2007
One year and still kicking
Time flies like anything. Its 6th of May, and the same date last year, I had arrived in Q8. So it has been a year for me to be here already. And it seems just like yesterday. I still feel I am too new to Q8. But its a year and counting...
"Lost time is never found again" - Benjamin Franklin Ibid 1743
"Time and tide wait for none."
"Lost time is never found again" - Benjamin Franklin Ibid 1743
"Time and tide wait for none."
He said Tafaddal
Yesterday nite, it was around 11, I was on my way back home and with me was Moiz, and there was a regular checking going on in Mangaf, What I mean by checking is, In Q8, the Cops might come to some corner and stop every car passing by and whoever they doubt, they ask for identification, we have a Civil ID, which we need to have with us all the time. And if u dont have your Civil ID, u might be in trouble. And sometimes, they may ask for driving License and car document as well. It all varies from case to case. What he thinks from the first look he glances at you.
After being in Q8 for exatly one year, I had never come across this by the Grace of almighty, so I have been counting like, In 1 year, no1 has ever asked me for my Civil ID by the Grace of Almighty. I mean, I just look soo Genuine, like a Genuine Windows XP ;) Actually I look Arab too, up until I open my month, no1 knows I am an expatriate.
Yeah so yest, i slowed down my car, as checking was going on. Although I had my Civil ID + driving License+ car documents, but still, it was my first experience of being in a checking. So I was looking forward to it. As each car was moving ahead. Now came my turn, I pulled down my windows and said Salaams to the cop. He glanced at me and bent a little to have a glance at Moiz who was sitting next to me and than said "Tafaddal" Hurray...... So I can still count On, 1 year and didnt ever show my civil ID by the Grace of almighty. Lets see how long can I count.
Well for Non-arabs, tafaddal . Literally I think it means Welcome. Suppose u r passing by my office, and I want to invite u, i might say Tafaddal Yaa akhee, Welcome O brother. Or i m eating and some1 is sitting around I would say Tafaddal. Like Join In. Taal - actually means come.
So Taal hunaa, is like Come here, but it sounds Rude. So u always say Tafaddal when u r calling some1.
And the same Tafaddal, when the cop stops u and says means, U can Go Ahead. So u c, How Genuine I am. Tafaddal.
After being in Q8 for exatly one year, I had never come across this by the Grace of almighty, so I have been counting like, In 1 year, no1 has ever asked me for my Civil ID by the Grace of Almighty. I mean, I just look soo Genuine, like a Genuine Windows XP ;) Actually I look Arab too, up until I open my month, no1 knows I am an expatriate.
Yeah so yest, i slowed down my car, as checking was going on. Although I had my Civil ID + driving License+ car documents, but still, it was my first experience of being in a checking. So I was looking forward to it. As each car was moving ahead. Now came my turn, I pulled down my windows and said Salaams to the cop. He glanced at me and bent a little to have a glance at Moiz who was sitting next to me and than said "Tafaddal" Hurray...... So I can still count On, 1 year and didnt ever show my civil ID by the Grace of almighty. Lets see how long can I count.
Well for Non-arabs, tafaddal . Literally I think it means Welcome. Suppose u r passing by my office, and I want to invite u, i might say Tafaddal Yaa akhee, Welcome O brother. Or i m eating and some1 is sitting around I would say Tafaddal. Like Join In. Taal - actually means come.
So Taal hunaa, is like Come here, but it sounds Rude. So u always say Tafaddal when u r calling some1.
And the same Tafaddal, when the cop stops u and says means, U can Go Ahead. So u c, How Genuine I am. Tafaddal.
Sunday, April 29, 2007
Body Language in Kuwait
Body language across the Middle East is distinctly different and diverse, thus it is strongly recommendable to be learnt for the sake of avoiding unintentional insults.
The greeting
The initial greeting at a formal or informal meeting is always preceded by a handshake. In the Middle East people shake hands with the right hand only. Handshakes open up and close a meeting and hands are shaken longer but less firmly than in the West.
Residents who have been here longer are familiar with the local nose-kiss greeting when men close to each other greet by touching with the tip of their noses. (I have never tried this one)
Further, placing a hand on your heart along with a slight bow is a sign of respect demonstrated at the initial stage of a meeting. Having greeted one's partner, business talk can commence. Mind it - maintaining eye contact is considered a prelude for a friendship or business deal as it creates a bridge of trust between the parties. Lack of eye contact, some say, might strongly convey the message 'you are unimportant'.
Here is a list of some more signs used in Kuwait and in the Arab world :
When a Kuwaiti touches his nose ('ala hashmi' in literal translation from Arabic 'on my nose') he means: 'I will do the favour you asked me for.'
So does the gesture of pointing at both eyes with both your forefingers. If a Kuwaiti man points at his moustache, he also sends a message making a vow to keep his promise. "I'll take care of this" or "It is my duty" could be pictured with the gesture of placing one's right hand or right forefinger right under one's right eye.
The gesture, literally translates into "I'll do what you want." If one puts his/her right forefinger on top of the head he supposedly indicates, "Everything is on my head to accomplish." In Kuwait, pointing at one's head and mentioning someone by name saying ('ala razi' or 'on my head') is interpreted as "I have respect for him/her." If the person you are talking to touches his head making this same gesture he means 'I respect you.'
Tantamount gestures
If a Kuwaiti starts moving his hand in circular movements in front of his stomach he disagrees with the mess that has been done. If an Arab touches his nose and at the same time lifts his head upward he says 'you are a snob.'
That gesture, an Arab expat explained, is often witnessed in traffic-related situations when the right of way was abruptly taken from someone. "The person whose right of way was not respected would follow the driver who was in the wrong and would point ironically to his nose lifting it slightly upward," he added.
On the other hand, the expression 'I am thinking' is illustrated grasping one's chin with the thumb side of the right fist. Beware, though, that if you hold your chin and start moving your hand up and down this can be considered a mockery of the person you are pointing at.
Biting one's right forefinger, which has been placed sideways between the teeth is an expression of regret. It usually means: 'I wish I did that' or 'I wish I knew' etc.
On the other hand, 'Wait a little bit' or 'be careful' is a sign illustrated by holding one's fingers in a pear shape and having the tips pointing up above the waist level and moving the hand slightly up and down. This gesture, many agree, can be observed extensively when driving in the jam-packed cities. And not only since the sign also implies: Be patient.
Predictably, 'Thank You' is a sign made by placing the palm of the right hand on the chest, bowing the head a little and closing one's eyes. Sticking your thumb between the teeth and pulling it out, across the Arab world, means someone who implies is not wealthy. The sign says, I am told, I have no money.
And my personal favourite: It is made with a quick snap of the head upwards with an accompanying click of the tongue translated as No. "That gesture can also mean 'unlikely', or 'whatever' explained a female Kuwaiti. A clicking sound accompanied by the word hruti (bull***t) means 'you are lying'. Hitting the right fist into the open palm of the left hand could be interpreted as contempt or threat for the person the gesture is directed at.
Also, showing the soles while sitting is considered rude because it is symbolic of 'you are being lower than my feet'. Lastly, 'come here' is illustrated with having one's right hand out, palm down, and fingers brought toward oneself repeatedly. The sign calls someone to come closer.
Source: http://www.kuwaittimes.net/read_news.php?newsid=ODMzNDk4MDcz
Sunday, April 01, 2007
My New Apartment
Well i was staying with a relative since I came to Kuwait. And me being a Born, Brought up and Spoilt Dude from Mumbai... he had a hard time, managing me, my Interests, my Lifestyle etc. etc.
So finally by the Grace of Almighty we agreed that I should stay in a different apartment for Good Insha Allah. And hence I moved to my new apartment, and already learning how it is like to stay in your own place, being responsible for your stuff and doing things on your own etc etc. Had to make a shopping list and buy stuff, get an A/C bought and fitted and so on. SO learning lot of things as Life moves on Insha Allah.
Got a Car, Got an Apartment... Now u guys can guess whats needed next.....High Time Man!
So finally by the Grace of Almighty we agreed that I should stay in a different apartment for Good Insha Allah. And hence I moved to my new apartment, and already learning how it is like to stay in your own place, being responsible for your stuff and doing things on your own etc etc. Had to make a shopping list and buy stuff, get an A/C bought and fitted and so on. SO learning lot of things as Life moves on Insha Allah.
Got a Car, Got an Apartment... Now u guys can guess whats needed next.....High Time Man!
Wednesday, March 28, 2007
My First Car - A Corolla
That's my first car bought with my own hard earned money...a Toyota Corolla. Poor man's carBeing a younger brother of someone who was dealing in used cars, back home I had driven most of the available Indian cars and some Imported cars. The most i loved out of them were the Jeep types, Tata Sierra Turbo was my favorite among the Jeeps there.
So, I wanted to buy a Jeep, but than didnt want to invest too much money in cars at this moment. So thought of going for a cheap car, Lancer, Galant etc. Which is Mitsubishi, so maintenance is easy and can get it cheaper than Toyota. but somehow could not convince myself on it....So I thought lets buy a Decent car to be my first car and went for a Toyota Corolla
And Trust me driving your own car - bought with 100% hard earned money, its a different feeling altogether, no installments nothing, Alhamdulillah Sooo Koollll. May God save it from harm and protect it. And protect me from Envy.
So I guess that was a Big decision i took on my own, I m learning things...Usually I would run away from decisions and use some1 else to take the decision for me. This time, i consulted my friends and consulted the one i trust the most and took my own decision....
Good, so Awwab is growing up...hmmmm
Yes, Kuwaitis r real nice people, as there was one involved in making sure this worked out for me.
Tuesday, January 09, 2007
Practice what you Preach
Well I just lost interest in Blogging, bcos i wasnot blogging my will out, I was always wondering what am I writing, should I write, shouldn't I. And hence left it completely. But today my Twin blogged, and she mentioned I was the one who encouraged her to blog, so it did not make sense that I m not blogging and asking her to Blog. I remembered an old lesson "Practice what you Preach"... Twin, Thanks for the worrying part. I dont need to worry nemore if u doing that for me.
So here I m. Life has been cool lately. Went home last week after around 7 months, a different feeling going home first time back. The flight was around 3 hr 15 mins. I couldnt sleep a minute out of excitement. So now i feel home is too close. If the airlines wud give a monthly pass for cheap ofcourse, i can go for a weekend every month. After all being in INDIA is the best feeling for some1 staying abroad.
the worst part was that i was for 10 days, but it seeemed like a Single Day. N that is when i understood the statement "Between 2day and 2020, One Day" so however long be the period, time is flying so fast. That u feel its just 1 day.
Well i couldn't meet most of my friends because of time, I just wanted to be at home with the family. And spend my time with them. Sorry friends, next Trip Insha Allah.
The travelling has improved so much, its just a like a walk in the park, Alhamdulillah. Well I want to buy a car out here, but not sure which one, too confused. I wish someone gifts me one.
Some of my friends working for Microsoft when they realised I was in town, asked me why I didnt tell them, they cud have scheduled an interview. So I do have caring friends. Thanks Baba!
Maybe I can work for Microsoft, Kuwait and if they dont have an office, than I can become the Country Head for them and i dont see a prob wit that..... lol
I did my first Custom Workflow on MOSS 2007 today. I wanna deep dive into MOSS 2007 and ASP.NET 2.0 man.... I have just been too lazy.....
Different thoughts out of the mind. lets stop for now.
So here I m. Life has been cool lately. Went home last week after around 7 months, a different feeling going home first time back. The flight was around 3 hr 15 mins. I couldnt sleep a minute out of excitement. So now i feel home is too close. If the airlines wud give a monthly pass for cheap ofcourse, i can go for a weekend every month. After all being in INDIA is the best feeling for some1 staying abroad.
the worst part was that i was for 10 days, but it seeemed like a Single Day. N that is when i understood the statement "Between 2day and 2020, One Day" so however long be the period, time is flying so fast. That u feel its just 1 day.
Well i couldn't meet most of my friends because of time, I just wanted to be at home with the family. And spend my time with them. Sorry friends, next Trip Insha Allah.
The travelling has improved so much, its just a like a walk in the park, Alhamdulillah. Well I want to buy a car out here, but not sure which one, too confused. I wish someone gifts me one.
Some of my friends working for Microsoft when they realised I was in town, asked me why I didnt tell them, they cud have scheduled an interview. So I do have caring friends. Thanks Baba!
Maybe I can work for Microsoft, Kuwait and if they dont have an office, than I can become the Country Head for them and i dont see a prob wit that..... lol
I did my first Custom Workflow on MOSS 2007 today. I wanna deep dive into MOSS 2007 and ASP.NET 2.0 man.... I have just been too lazy.....
Different thoughts out of the mind. lets stop for now.
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Driving Test
I got my Driving Test on 5th December, so its High time, I start taking my lessons. Bcos graduating as an Engineer in Kuwait is easier than procuring a Driving License. But than I feel why do I need driving lessons, I have already been driving for more than 8 years and have been in the police station for underage driving and u tell me I need driving lessons. U gotta be kidding me.
Well But no risk, Bcos If I fail the test I get to wait another couple of months to get another test and I m soo desperate to drive, I just wanna get my driving license and start driving. So be good boy and take some driving lessons. Well in this virtual world I wish there was some Online Simulation software to take your driving lessons sitting right here with Laptop. But Yes I found a good Parking lessons site, emailed by a friend. SO if u want to know how to park successfully in different situations sitting right there on your computer.
Than go ahead: Park my Peugeot
Its a funny way to learn
Well But no risk, Bcos If I fail the test I get to wait another couple of months to get another test and I m soo desperate to drive, I just wanna get my driving license and start driving. So be good boy and take some driving lessons. Well in this virtual world I wish there was some Online Simulation software to take your driving lessons sitting right here with Laptop. But Yes I found a good Parking lessons site, emailed by a friend. SO if u want to know how to park successfully in different situations sitting right there on your computer.
Than go ahead: Park my Peugeot
Its a funny way to learn
Sunday, October 29, 2006
Time Flies...
Try to catch It. Try harder But you cant.
It seems yesterday I lost my Father, But Its 4.5 years
It seems Yesterday that I completed my Engineering and got a Job and now its already 3 years into the Industry.
It seems yesterday I came to Q8 and its almost 6 months already
Time Just Flies as I try to hold it.
The Harder I try, the faster it flies
Turning Pages of the calendar
Seems like a daily blunder
Ramzan Will come Will Come Will Come
Its gone as If it was just a Day
Soo Be Ready for your DeathBed
As Steady are the Malaika to get U...
It seems yesterday I lost my Father, But Its 4.5 years
It seems Yesterday that I completed my Engineering and got a Job and now its already 3 years into the Industry.
It seems yesterday I came to Q8 and its almost 6 months already
Time Just Flies as I try to hold it.
The Harder I try, the faster it flies
Turning Pages of the calendar
Seems like a daily blunder
Ramzan Will come Will Come Will Come
Its gone as If it was just a Day
Soo Be Ready for your DeathBed
As Steady are the Malaika to get U...
Wednesday, October 04, 2006
Ramadan @ Kuwait
1. Mubarak Alaikum Shahr On the first day of Ramadan, all were wishing each other with this greeting. And the respondent would say: Alaina wa Alaikum Insha Allah
With little bit of Arabic I know it means: "May this Month be blessed for u". And the respose: "For me and for you God Willing"
So I really liked the first day people were wishing each other every1 they met the first time, it was a nice atmosphere.
2. Work Timings: 6 hours only (So Kool) I remember working 12 hours in Ramadan last year when I was with CyberTech
3. Girgiyan- Thats Toffees -But Not for me :( Well here Kids go to homes of locals and they get Toffess called as Girgiyan
4. For me, its Suhoor and After and Taraweeh Alhamdulillah same as Mumbai, wats different.
There is a difference, In Mumbai I could go n hang around with friends, could go to Muhammad Ali road and enjoy the delicacies, feast there the whole Night!
I remember I used to plan it with my college friends and I used to be at Muhammadali Road atleast once in Ramadan wit them and N no. of times with my local friends, and they used to enjoy the food sooo much.
But nothing of that sort here. Atleast in the locality I stay In, but majority here is Expats! I am not sure, if Kuwaiti localities have any special feasts like in MUMBAI. Although I heard some1 say Kuwaitis eat the whole year in Hotels but in Ramadan they eat at home, Home cooked food. Well not sure about it. As I have just heard it from some Expat.
Yes U dont get to see the Malpua of Suleman Usman, Nor the Flavored Firni of Noorani, Nor the Bheja Fry and Turkey and Chicken dishes of Muhammadali Road, Nor the Baara Handi of Bori Mohalla, Nor the Nalli Nihari of Noor Mohammadi. Nor the Soup of Bade Miyan. This are just to name a few.
Well for those for whom the above Para is Greek, it is names of dishes and the related restaurant which is famous for it.
Well Gotta End this here!!!
With little bit of Arabic I know it means: "May this Month be blessed for u". And the respose: "For me and for you God Willing"
So I really liked the first day people were wishing each other every1 they met the first time, it was a nice atmosphere.
2. Work Timings: 6 hours only (So Kool) I remember working 12 hours in Ramadan last year when I was with CyberTech
3. Girgiyan- Thats Toffees -But Not for me :( Well here Kids go to homes of locals and they get Toffess called as Girgiyan
4. For me, its Suhoor and After and Taraweeh Alhamdulillah same as Mumbai, wats different.
There is a difference, In Mumbai I could go n hang around with friends, could go to Muhammad Ali road and enjoy the delicacies, feast there the whole Night!
I remember I used to plan it with my college friends and I used to be at Muhammadali Road atleast once in Ramadan wit them and N no. of times with my local friends, and they used to enjoy the food sooo much.
But nothing of that sort here. Atleast in the locality I stay In, but majority here is Expats! I am not sure, if Kuwaiti localities have any special feasts like in MUMBAI. Although I heard some1 say Kuwaitis eat the whole year in Hotels but in Ramadan they eat at home, Home cooked food. Well not sure about it. As I have just heard it from some Expat.
Yes U dont get to see the Malpua of Suleman Usman, Nor the Flavored Firni of Noorani, Nor the Bheja Fry and Turkey and Chicken dishes of Muhammadali Road, Nor the Baara Handi of Bori Mohalla, Nor the Nalli Nihari of Noor Mohammadi. Nor the Soup of Bade Miyan. This are just to name a few.
Well for those for whom the above Para is Greek, it is names of dishes and the related restaurant which is famous for it.
Well Gotta End this here!!!
Saturday, September 30, 2006
Missing India .....
Yes, How much ever I try to pretend, but the fact remains, I Miss India Soooooooooooooo Muchhhhhhhhh. That only I know how much I missssssss it.
The saying remains True, "Go East or West, India is the Best!" Love U India.!!!!
Well, I skipped US and took up Middle-East thinking I might like it, but now I am sure both r the same for an Indian. he can be happy only in India.
I wrote a big List of things i miss than deleted it. Bcos Its part of life, I guess!! Faith in Destiny comes here.
The saying remains True, "Go East or West, India is the Best!" Love U India.!!!!
Well, I skipped US and took up Middle-East thinking I might like it, but now I am sure both r the same for an Indian. he can be happy only in India.
I wrote a big List of things i miss than deleted it. Bcos Its part of life, I guess!! Faith in Destiny comes here.
Thursday, September 14, 2006
Old Habits Die Hard
Heard of that before.
Well people who know Awwab working in India, know that He used to have more compensatory Offs than official leaves in India. Becos I used to not only work 10-14 hours a day but also work on weekends whenever required and for weekends get a compensatory off. And can you make a wild guess how many times I had travelled by the last train in the night. I dont remember the count. But I used to remember the time- table for the last train well. And it was scary to sit in the First Class past midnite all alone. But got used to it, As I used to avoid sitting by sleeping on the whole seat. and I had internal alarm in my body that would wake me up just before my station arrived. Ohh those lovely days. I miss the Train!!
So due to Comp-Offs I also had leave in abundance available.
This is my first weekend in office in Q8. Well not really work pressure, but had to rearrange some of my servers which required me to be present in office. But the sad part, I wont get a Comp-Off :(
Anyways, its fine better than sleeping at home! And now I will remember the date as I blogged on it, the same day.
Well people who know Awwab working in India, know that He used to have more compensatory Offs than official leaves in India. Becos I used to not only work 10-14 hours a day but also work on weekends whenever required and for weekends get a compensatory off. And can you make a wild guess how many times I had travelled by the last train in the night. I dont remember the count. But I used to remember the time- table for the last train well. And it was scary to sit in the First Class past midnite all alone. But got used to it, As I used to avoid sitting by sleeping on the whole seat. and I had internal alarm in my body that would wake me up just before my station arrived. Ohh those lovely days. I miss the Train!!
So due to Comp-Offs I also had leave in abundance available.
This is my first weekend in office in Q8. Well not really work pressure, but had to rearrange some of my servers which required me to be present in office. But the sad part, I wont get a Comp-Off :(
Anyways, its fine better than sleeping at home! And now I will remember the date as I blogged on it, the same day.
Tuesday, September 05, 2006
Reading your own self
Well, One more reason, I like blogs, I am reading my own blog. And trying to read what I meant when I blogged earlier. Its soo kool, its like turning pages back of some book and I can re-read what state of mind I was in than.
But if I would not have blogged my thoughts than. I would never ever recollect, the actual things may be.
A friend emailed me asking, Do u like Q8 or u want to move to some other gulf country or US? That puts me to thought, and I also had a discussion about this with a new colleague who is born, brought up Kuwait and was discussing about how I find Kuwait. And got to hear a real picture of kuwait. And Yes, if I can save some money and have a good life its a good place. I think I just need some friends and than I would be rocking in Kuwait. not the literal meaning of Rocking.
Well Baba has joined Microsoft as a Program Manager for its Games section www.zone.com So kool. He was always so Microsoft savvy. he has Bill gates in his MSN Messenger list, sounds so cool. I am so happy for him. I wanted to do some community work out here on Microsoft technologies, but not much of developer community out here. SO not sure if there will be an opportunity. Lets c. Well enuf for now.
But if I would not have blogged my thoughts than. I would never ever recollect, the actual things may be.
A friend emailed me asking, Do u like Q8 or u want to move to some other gulf country or US? That puts me to thought, and I also had a discussion about this with a new colleague who is born, brought up Kuwait and was discussing about how I find Kuwait. And got to hear a real picture of kuwait. And Yes, if I can save some money and have a good life its a good place. I think I just need some friends and than I would be rocking in Kuwait. not the literal meaning of Rocking.
Well Baba has joined Microsoft as a Program Manager for its Games section www.zone.com So kool. He was always so Microsoft savvy. he has Bill gates in his MSN Messenger list, sounds so cool. I am so happy for him. I wanted to do some community work out here on Microsoft technologies, but not much of developer community out here. SO not sure if there will be an opportunity. Lets c. Well enuf for now.
Saturday, July 29, 2006
Accept People the Way they are and Act Wisely...
Well, In old days when i was workin wit Cybertech, where a friend had joined some Art of Living classes. and he used to always say this. And I remembered this statement from him. And since than I always try and observe how much it is True.
Have u ever tried changing a person?
Tried changing the way he thinks?
If Yes, how much have u succeeded. Or have u found the above statement True.
I find the above statement so True, to the best of my experience. and especially it is True for those people who have the feeling that they know everything, they dont need any1 to tell them nething. But how good or bad is being stubborn in this way. have u ever felt the same thing. Yes sometime or the other in something or the other, even we act in the same unchangeable mode of operation.
I guess it would be only wise who have control over themselves, can put themselves in the changeable mode, and grasp things that some1 says and is gonna benefit them and accept the changes and implement them in the way they are.
I m getting into Philosophy i guess, although I dont know the definition of Philosophy. Some can help me wit that. But Yes, I am observing people closely and learning lot of things, which I haven't learned over the years. Although I thought I had learnt lots from the experiences in life. But now it seems there is lot more to handle and learn.
I havent been able to blog since some time. Due to this thinking going on. Maybe will blog more about my thoughts on this and would love if someone can drop comments to educate me more on this in this matter.
Have u ever tried changing a person?
Tried changing the way he thinks?
If Yes, how much have u succeeded. Or have u found the above statement True.
I find the above statement so True, to the best of my experience. and especially it is True for those people who have the feeling that they know everything, they dont need any1 to tell them nething. But how good or bad is being stubborn in this way. have u ever felt the same thing. Yes sometime or the other in something or the other, even we act in the same unchangeable mode of operation.
I guess it would be only wise who have control over themselves, can put themselves in the changeable mode, and grasp things that some1 says and is gonna benefit them and accept the changes and implement them in the way they are.
I m getting into Philosophy i guess, although I dont know the definition of Philosophy. Some can help me wit that. But Yes, I am observing people closely and learning lot of things, which I haven't learned over the years. Although I thought I had learnt lots from the experiences in life. But now it seems there is lot more to handle and learn.
I havent been able to blog since some time. Due to this thinking going on. Maybe will blog more about my thoughts on this and would love if someone can drop comments to educate me more on this in this matter.
Kuwaitis.. Friendly or Rude
Every1 might have a different view about them based on their personal experiences. And no1 can draw a complete picture of them and I dont know who can judge a brand of people based on some of their experiences. Well the people I have come across in this 3 months who r real Kuwaitis. I haven't found them to be rude to me. I have found most to be friendly and supportive.
There were those who spoke to me about you have come here new, than they spoke about the weather conditions and how to save myself in this by taking a lot of liquid intake (Laban & Water)
There were those who adviced me to make a driving license and keep myself busy driving around and keeping myself busy.
There were those who told I could go to the nice Seaside and spend some time there and keep myself away from boredom.
There were those who helped me with the legal processes till I procured the Civil ID.
There were those to guide me to the available banks and mobile services etc.
So In general I find them to be nice. Atleast they are nice to me. I have some who regularly visit me and give friendly advice and make sure I m not so homesick to run back home.
Yes, I have friends who came to me with chocolates. I dont remember any Indian friend giving me a choclate unless demanded. ;)
Thanks for your support friends. Or should I SAY MY KUWAITI friends.
I have met some kuwaitis when I opened a bank account and maybe in the cab and their behavior was friendly too. I in fact could talk and joke with them. So can u listen people who state Kuwaitis r rude.
I dont knw if this kind of behavior is only to me or to selected few. Well I guess its the same principle to any brand of people in this world. Give respect and Get respect. Speak nicely and u will be spoken back to nicely.
So its all in the way, U look at them, the way U observe. And the way u appear to them. Only people who try to be rude to them will be treated rudely. And this principle holds true for any brand of people across the globe.
So Smile and u will get back a smile..... :)
There were those who spoke to me about you have come here new, than they spoke about the weather conditions and how to save myself in this by taking a lot of liquid intake (Laban & Water)
There were those who adviced me to make a driving license and keep myself busy driving around and keeping myself busy.
There were those who told I could go to the nice Seaside and spend some time there and keep myself away from boredom.
There were those who helped me with the legal processes till I procured the Civil ID.
There were those to guide me to the available banks and mobile services etc.
So In general I find them to be nice. Atleast they are nice to me. I have some who regularly visit me and give friendly advice and make sure I m not so homesick to run back home.
Yes, I have friends who came to me with chocolates. I dont remember any Indian friend giving me a choclate unless demanded. ;)
Thanks for your support friends. Or should I SAY MY KUWAITI friends.
I have met some kuwaitis when I opened a bank account and maybe in the cab and their behavior was friendly too. I in fact could talk and joke with them. So can u listen people who state Kuwaitis r rude.
I dont knw if this kind of behavior is only to me or to selected few. Well I guess its the same principle to any brand of people in this world. Give respect and Get respect. Speak nicely and u will be spoken back to nicely.
So its all in the way, U look at them, the way U observe. And the way u appear to them. Only people who try to be rude to them will be treated rudely. And this principle holds true for any brand of people across the globe.
So Smile and u will get back a smile..... :)
Saturday, July 08, 2006
Late Nite outing
This was a weekend like Mumbai. Wat i mean is. I reached back home at 1:45 a.m. in the nite for the first time in Kuwait. Went for a program in the evening and after that to the shopping center. And the shopping centre( City Center) is open till 1 a.m. The rush was as if it was 6 p.m. in some Mumbai mall at 1 a.m. While driving back, so many cars man. U cant think its late nite.
I guess bcos of the sun, people start their day after sunset maybe. And saw a dangerous accident, didnt have the camera to shoot it. Two cars upside down on a hill kind of slope, seems they had fallen from the road above it. And it might have occurred couple of hours before. May God save all, Accidents here are dangerous.
Speed Kills.
Expats drive @ 120-130
Locals drive @ 140-200+
And dont dare overtake a local and look at him while doing tht, because if he gets instigated he will block u. That means he will overtake u and drive very slowly to get you on your nerves. learning lots man....
So I m really scared to take the driving seat.
I guess bcos of the sun, people start their day after sunset maybe. And saw a dangerous accident, didnt have the camera to shoot it. Two cars upside down on a hill kind of slope, seems they had fallen from the road above it. And it might have occurred couple of hours before. May God save all, Accidents here are dangerous.
Speed Kills.
Expats drive @ 120-130
Locals drive @ 140-200+
And dont dare overtake a local and look at him while doing tht, because if he gets instigated he will block u. That means he will overtake u and drive very slowly to get you on your nerves. learning lots man....
So I m really scared to take the driving seat.
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