Every day i travel close to 50miles for work and back. I unfortunately travel during the peak hours (not much difference during non-peak hours). But most of the time I get stuck in the traffic.
While I wait, I look around and noticed that there is flow of vehicles on the right lane keep moving except my lane. Being optimistic, I keep waiting for the traffic to start flowing in my lane but all I had to do is have a bit of patients and WAIT.
Wait, WAITED and After a long wait, I switched to the right hand lane with the expectation that I can surpass the vehicles on my left. But unfortunately, the flow of traffic stopped as soon as moved into this lane, while the traffic flow in the left lane resumed. All behind me now undertook me on the left lane and I watched them moving ahead of me.
What seemed to be a clever decision does not seem to be the best decision but given the circumstances, that seems to be the most appropriate decision (switching lanes with a hope of overtaking others but get undertaken by people behind you). Some times this works perfectly towards our goals but sometimes we are let down. May be it all depends on lane usage and the time of switch
I don’t think this is any different in our career moves, changing lanes with hopes to reach our goals faster. I think the outcome depends on what we want against what we can compromise!
Showing posts with label Experience. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Experience. Show all posts
Monday, June 27, 2011
Sunday, September 06, 2009
An Argument on Arguments
I have a new colleague who sits just opposite to me and the office arrangement is such that I will have to look into his face if I move my head from my laptop.
He generally seems to be happy to have arguments and I am happy at least that he accepts if he is wrong.
so this was one such argument actually about Argument itself as I commented him that one of them in the argument is always ignorant. As usual he challenged and wanted me to explain how could I ever make such a statement.
So I started explaining of why an argument should arise in first place:-
1. One does not want to listen what you have to say
2. He does not understand
So, my colleague was happy so far but he did not give up. He said yes, you are right but it does not means that one if ignorant at all times as the other might have something really worth while experience the thrid reason of why there should be an argument.
3. He pulls out his past experience to conclude that he does not want to accept the conclusion and hence the argument. And he probably belives strongly and hence argues
4. May be he has a valid argument probably an alternate way of doing things
and also stated that may be out of argument we get a different option :-)
I felt yap, probably he is true.
Well, to conclude i accepted as I felt what he said made sense to me.
He generally seems to be happy to have arguments and I am happy at least that he accepts if he is wrong.
so this was one such argument actually about Argument itself as I commented him that one of them in the argument is always ignorant. As usual he challenged and wanted me to explain how could I ever make such a statement.
So I started explaining of why an argument should arise in first place:-
1. One does not want to listen what you have to say
2. He does not understand
So, my colleague was happy so far but he did not give up. He said yes, you are right but it does not means that one if ignorant at all times as the other might have something really worth while experience the thrid reason of why there should be an argument.
3. He pulls out his past experience to conclude that he does not want to accept the conclusion and hence the argument. And he probably belives strongly and hence argues
4. May be he has a valid argument probably an alternate way of doing things
and also stated that may be out of argument we get a different option :-)
I felt yap, probably he is true.
Well, to conclude i accepted as I felt what he said made sense to me.
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Opportunity knocks at the wrong time
I have come across many people who are really talented but end up doing some dumb jobs. When talking more with them I found that there are only two reasons
1. They did not get right opportunity
2. They got the opportunity but perhaps not at the right time.
I know how bad is this pain to long for something that keeps you for longing for long.
I have noticed many times the opportunity always knocks at the wrong time.
Who in the world of software does not dream for travel abroad? I got my opportunity to visit United States twice.
First time, couple of weeks before my marriage and I had to let it go because both had fixed dates and nothing much can be done about it.
Second time, I was stuck in a project and boss bossed me out that I am not going anywhere :-). I had no other choice than to accept as he was the BOSS.
One of my friend and school mate. He did his studies and went to US for higher studies and I use to think perhaps he was lucky chap as he got admission to the best colleges in Chennai, India.
But I was wrong and it turned out to be a torture for him.
He completed his course but at the height of recession period in US and followed by Sept 11 attacks in US, his career was at stake. He completed another Masters by the time searching for a job.
He got a job after all this pain and the moment he got a job he has some serious problems in his family that forced him to visit home within a week of his joining.
You would have guessed what would have happened by this time. Yeph, when he came back they have already replaced him with some one and again he was jobless.
At last he has to decide to continue suffering all alone or with his parents and he decided the later.
At least now he is somewhat settled in a good organization in a great position which I really feel happy about.
One of my college, wanted a change from my team, I had let him go for I didn’t want him to be in a situation as I was! He is now in UK but doing a dumb job… Not sure you call him lucky or got a wrong opportunity or right opportunity at the wrong place.
I am not sure if Opportunity always knocks at the wrong time or we are not lucky enough
1. They did not get right opportunity
2. They got the opportunity but perhaps not at the right time.
I know how bad is this pain to long for something that keeps you for longing for long.
I have noticed many times the opportunity always knocks at the wrong time.
Who in the world of software does not dream for travel abroad? I got my opportunity to visit United States twice.
First time, couple of weeks before my marriage and I had to let it go because both had fixed dates and nothing much can be done about it.
Second time, I was stuck in a project and boss bossed me out that I am not going anywhere :-). I had no other choice than to accept as he was the BOSS.
One of my friend and school mate. He did his studies and went to US for higher studies and I use to think perhaps he was lucky chap as he got admission to the best colleges in Chennai, India.
But I was wrong and it turned out to be a torture for him.
He completed his course but at the height of recession period in US and followed by Sept 11 attacks in US, his career was at stake. He completed another Masters by the time searching for a job.
He got a job after all this pain and the moment he got a job he has some serious problems in his family that forced him to visit home within a week of his joining.
You would have guessed what would have happened by this time. Yeph, when he came back they have already replaced him with some one and again he was jobless.
At last he has to decide to continue suffering all alone or with his parents and he decided the later.
At least now he is somewhat settled in a good organization in a great position which I really feel happy about.
One of my college, wanted a change from my team, I had let him go for I didn’t want him to be in a situation as I was! He is now in UK but doing a dumb job… Not sure you call him lucky or got a wrong opportunity or right opportunity at the wrong place.
I am not sure if Opportunity always knocks at the wrong time or we are not lucky enough
Thursday, November 29, 2007
My Trip to Paris from UK
A big advantage of working at onsite is visiting countries. You will be more fortunate if you get an opportunity to work in Europe as you can travel to multiple countries, multiple times (no offence / defence on this).
We (my family and our cognizant colleuges) to visit Paris during last Christmas Eve (2006). Well, of course definitely need some amount of planning if you are visiting with your family no question of planning.
As we visited in the peak winter the temperature was less than 3 degrees for our entire trip of 3 nights and 4 days.
We started on 24th Dec from London waterloo to Paris Garu-du-Nord, thought Eurostar. Travelling through Euro star is really a good experience as it travels through a tunnel under the sea connecting UK and Europe. You can visit http://www.eurostar.com for more information.
We started at 8am from London. It took 2Hrs and 40Min to reach Paris, local time 12:30pm.
Fortunately we booked our hotel with in 100meters of the station and hence saved lot of time in getting our self ready to visit the city.
The very important places that you should visit in Paris are the following:
Arc de Triomph:
Commissioned in 1806 by Napoleon, shortly after his victory at Austerlitz. There are four huge sculptures at the bases of the four pillars. These commemorate The Triumph of 1810 (Cortot); Resistance , and Peace (both by Etex); and The Departure of the Volunteers, more commonly known by the name La Marseillaise (Rude).
Engraved around the top of the Arch are the names of major victories won during the Revolutionary and Napoleonic periods. The names of less important victories, as well as those of 558 generals, are to found on the inside walls. Generals whose names are underlined died in action.
Beneath the Arch is the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and eternal flame commemorating the dead of the two world wars.
Musée du Louvre
Not sure if this has got popular after the Da-vinci-code movie.
The Musée du Louvre, the former home of the kings of France, is for two centuries one now of the largest museums in the world. its collections are distributed into 7 departments. The world famous painting of Monalisa is here behind a bullet proof glass.
Photography is not allowed inside the museum. If you are art loving, it would definitely a day is not sufficient.
Notre Dame de
Its a gothic masterpiece. Notre Dame, conceived by Maurice de Sully, was built between the twelfth and fourteenth centuries (1163-1345). Road distances in France are calculated on the basis of the "0 km" marked on the square in front of the cathedral.
Eiffel Tower
The most famous monument in the world (317 metres, 10,100 tonnes). Built by Gustave Eiffel in 1889 for the Universal Exhibition of which it was the star. Information, historical and technical facts on all floors, show-window/office of Gustave Eiffel on the third floor.
The tower has three levels. There is a lift till the third level. You can see entire Paris from the top of tower. It’s really a wonderful experience.
You should visit the tower during the evening times to see the light effects. The light effects will last for 15min and will happen for every one hour.
Versailles Palace
Take the plunge into the world of Louis XIV at the heart of the Castle of Versailles. The palace hasGrand Apartments, Hall of Mirrors and the Queen's Apartment. Most of the ceilings are painted and if you love art you will love to stay in Versailles. The other side of the palace has formal gardens "a la Francaise". You can wander around the groves and pools where the magnificent display of fountains reveals the skill and artistry of three centuries of French Garden design and engineering.
River Cruise
If you are in a very short trip to visit Paris, I recommend you to take River cruise. Even otherwise, you can take this tour on Seine as it gives you the unique opportunity to discover Paris, its history and its major landmarks including: Place de l'Opera, Place de la Concorde, Champs-Elysees, Arc de Triumph, Place du Trocadero, Eiffel Tower, Invalides, Pont Neuf, Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral, Luxembourg Gardens and Saint-Germain des Pres and much more!
Disney Land
A trip to Paris is not complete without visiting Disney Land. This will require at least one full dedicated day to visit all the attractions in Disney Land. It has rides for both children’s and adults and of course grownup's can watch us all the time.
This theme park has the theme park and Walt Disney studios. I have not been to studios but I can say it will be equally good.
Invalides
The most significant event in the history of Les Invalides however, is unquestionably the return of the body of Napoléon in 1840. After seven years of negotiation with the British government, Louis-Philippe, King of France, obtained permission to repatriate the Emperor's remains from St. Helena.
After arriving at Le Havre, it was brought up the Seine and landed at Paris at Courbevoie. On 15 December 1840 a state funeral was held, and despite a winter snowstorm, the hearse proceeded from the Arc de Triomphe down the Champs-Elysées, across the Place de la Concorde to the Esplanade and finally to the cupola in St Jerome's Chapel until the tomb - designed by Visconti - was completed. On 3 April 1861 Napoléon I came to his final rest in the crypt under de dome.
Three nights and 4 days just went like that and had to return back... but my experience still lives in my memory which I can cherish for long.
We (my family and our cognizant colleuges) to visit Paris during last Christmas Eve (2006). Well, of course definitely need some amount of planning if you are visiting with your family no question of planning.
As we visited in the peak winter the temperature was less than 3 degrees for our entire trip of 3 nights and 4 days.
We started on 24th Dec from London waterloo to Paris Garu-du-Nord, thought Eurostar. Travelling through Euro star is really a good experience as it travels through a tunnel under the sea connecting UK and Europe. You can visit http://www.eurostar.com for more information.
We started at 8am from London. It took 2Hrs and 40Min to reach Paris, local time 12:30pm.
Fortunately we booked our hotel with in 100meters of the station and hence saved lot of time in getting our self ready to visit the city.
The very important places that you should visit in Paris are the following:
Arc de Triomph:
Commissioned in 1806 by Napoleon, shortly after his victory at Austerlitz. There are four huge sculptures at the bases of the four pillars. These commemorate The Triumph of 1810 (Cortot); Resistance , and Peace (both by Etex); and The Departure of the Volunteers, more commonly known by the name La Marseillaise (Rude).
Engraved around the top of the Arch are the names of major victories won during the Revolutionary and Napoleonic periods. The names of less important victories, as well as those of 558 generals, are to found on the inside walls. Generals whose names are underlined died in action.
Beneath the Arch is the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and eternal flame commemorating the dead of the two world wars.
Musée du Louvre
Not sure if this has got popular after the Da-vinci-code movie.
The Musée du Louvre, the former home of the kings of France, is for two centuries one now of the largest museums in the world. its collections are distributed into 7 departments. The world famous painting of Monalisa is here behind a bullet proof glass.
Photography is not allowed inside the museum. If you are art loving, it would definitely a day is not sufficient.
Notre Dame de
Its a gothic masterpiece. Notre Dame, conceived by Maurice de Sully, was built between the twelfth and fourteenth centuries (1163-1345). Road distances in France are calculated on the basis of the "0 km" marked on the square in front of the cathedral.
Eiffel Tower
The most famous monument in the world (317 metres, 10,100 tonnes). Built by Gustave Eiffel in 1889 for the Universal Exhibition of which it was the star. Information, historical and technical facts on all floors, show-window/office of Gustave Eiffel on the third floor.
The tower has three levels. There is a lift till the third level. You can see entire Paris from the top of tower. It’s really a wonderful experience.
You should visit the tower during the evening times to see the light effects. The light effects will last for 15min and will happen for every one hour.
Versailles Palace
Take the plunge into the world of Louis XIV at the heart of the Castle of Versailles. The palace hasGrand Apartments, Hall of Mirrors and the Queen's Apartment. Most of the ceilings are painted and if you love art you will love to stay in Versailles. The other side of the palace has formal gardens "a la Francaise". You can wander around the groves and pools where the magnificent display of fountains reveals the skill and artistry of three centuries of French Garden design and engineering.
River Cruise
If you are in a very short trip to visit Paris, I recommend you to take River cruise. Even otherwise, you can take this tour on Seine as it gives you the unique opportunity to discover Paris, its history and its major landmarks including: Place de l'Opera, Place de la Concorde, Champs-Elysees, Arc de Triumph, Place du Trocadero, Eiffel Tower, Invalides, Pont Neuf, Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral, Luxembourg Gardens and Saint-Germain des Pres and much more!
Disney Land
A trip to Paris is not complete without visiting Disney Land. This will require at least one full dedicated day to visit all the attractions in Disney Land. It has rides for both children’s and adults and of course grownup's can watch us all the time.
This theme park has the theme park and Walt Disney studios. I have not been to studios but I can say it will be equally good.
Invalides
The most significant event in the history of Les Invalides however, is unquestionably the return of the body of Napoléon in 1840. After seven years of negotiation with the British government, Louis-Philippe, King of France, obtained permission to repatriate the Emperor's remains from St. Helena.
After arriving at Le Havre, it was brought up the Seine and landed at Paris at Courbevoie. On 15 December 1840 a state funeral was held, and despite a winter snowstorm, the hearse proceeded from the Arc de Triomphe down the Champs-Elysées, across the Place de la Concorde to the Esplanade and finally to the cupola in St Jerome's Chapel until the tomb - designed by Visconti - was completed. On 3 April 1861 Napoléon I came to his final rest in the crypt under de dome.
Three nights and 4 days just went like that and had to return back... but my experience still lives in my memory which I can cherish for long.
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