The Myth of Multi-tasking

Summary and Review:
The Myth of Multi-tasking
How “doing it all” gets nothing done.
Author: Dave Crenshaw
By: Arzoo Zaheer
Date: Oct-13-08
During my two day excursions at Chapters, I read this amazing 137 page long book by David Crenshaw. Shelved neatly in the “Global Business” section, “Myth of Multi-tasking” demanded my attention owing to its small size and a [...]

Being An Effective Leader

By: Arzoo Zaheer
Date: Aug-31-08
What are some key characteristics of a leader?  Are people born to lead or is it possible to develop leadership skills later on in life?
After brainstorming, I came up with five key skills a true leader must possess:
1-Willingness to Listen to Bring Change for the Positive:
Listening to one’s colleagues and subordinates is a key skill. [...]

Professionals! Keep Your Learning Radars Active

By: Arzoo Zaheer
Date: July-13-08
As one matures professionally and gathers new skills, it’s really easy to fall for “I know all about my field” mentality. This mentality leads to a stagnant attitude towards learning. Knowledge never ends so acquiring it should never end. Believe me, arrogance can truly damage your relationships with your colleagues/subordinates who as [...]

Right People Matter

By: Arzoo Zaheer
Date: July-13-08
We humans have this uncanny ability of influencing each other via words, silence, attitude, teaching etc. Having a good circle of friends matter a lot in ensuring that one reaches one’s outlined goals. The right crowd matters. However, one must note that nobody has the perfect circle around them since all humans are [...]