Game Theory works well at the work place too

The goal for each one of us at the workplace is simple. As managers not to have too much dependency on their subordinates and as subordinates to create maximum dependency of the superiors and peers on them. The organization can function well only if there is a balance between the two extremes.

The reasons are quiet obvious. For ex: If the manager tries playing the game extremely and will not allow any single person to work on a single project for sufficient amount of time and keeps switching them across projects then his subordinates will not be able to gain expertise and this will end up in a disaster for the company. In the same way if the subordinate plays the game in an extreme manner then too the result is the same, as he will end up losing his team spirit and will not share his knowledge and expertise with his peers.

The conclusion is simple both the players should play the game in a good spirit to reap the maximum benefits. In this way the two players will not only benefit themselves but could also help the organization reach its objectives.

Intuition - A pole star in times of uncertainty

The major hurdle in solving a complex problem is either the solution space is huge or the solution is not clearly visible. When the complexity of the problem increases one should go by intuition rather than by adopting a logical or thoroughly rationalistic approach. That in fact might be the most feasible approach and could reduce a lot of time and effort.

The method could be called as intuitive reasoning(Going by once gut feelings). Though intuitive approach sometimes appears irrational it is an inherently rationalistic one. As we do a task for a longer period of time or when we do it repetitively our sub conscious mind takes control of the activity. We tend to pick the right data from a vast set of data easily or we can relate an occurrence of a similar situation at a different time in a different field and so on.

Hence intuitive approach will be rewarding only when the method is applied with a certain amount of experience else the method could prove disastrous.

In the end I would like to say that intuition + conviction approach yields better results than an absolutely rationalistic approach for an uncertain situation or a complex problem.

Friendship [Dedicated to my beloved friends]

I always believe that a friend in need is a friend in deed. I am grateful to god that I have the company of two people who I believe belong to such echelons. They are in fact friends for my life.

Always value your friends. Good friends are hard to come by. Never take any friendship for granted. Relentless effort is required to maintain any good relationship. There should be minimal or no ego between friends. Besides, if u cannot be a good friend at least try maintaining a win-win policy, as for any relationship to last it has to be mutual. Don't u think "good friendship is one of the best investments one could ever make" ?.

So, if U already have a good friend be thankful to god and if U don't have one then there must be some inadequacy in U. Try figuring out your shortcomings by doing a little bit of introspection. I am sure U will be able to find the problem and solution for the same(Usually the source of the problem will be ego clashes or narrow mindedness or selfishness to name a few) .

Judging People

I have this bad habit of judging people. I don't even spare myself in this aspect. I do a lot of introspection.

Judge people sparingly. This would benefit you in fact but don't become a critic. Critics have not and will not achieve anything big in their lives. Moreover, your life becomes miserable as a critic. As I read in one of the articles nothing is absolute and is subject to change over a period of time. No body is either absolutely good or bad. Never adopt a binary stand with respect to any person in life.

I hope this piece of advice will add value to your life.

No Dilemma

As long as you live in the competitive world there is no need to be a saint. Be as materialistic as possible. Don't try adopting a middle path. You will neither be here nor there. Once you become a saint then never get back to the materialistic world. By maintaining this binary stand you will not have any confusion. Moreover, initially you will be able to excel in this material world and later end your life in a peaceful way by becoming a saint.

Passion has to be your Profession

If U have to make it really big "your passion has to coincide with your profession". So, try figuring out what is your passion because you will be concentrating all your energies towards that alone. This in fact is the secret of all people who have reached the zenith in their respective fields. It is as simple as this ( really?). Well, it may look simple, yet many people in this world find it extremely difficult to figure out what is it that they are really passionate about ( including myself).
You will spend most of your time in your profession, if that becomes your passion, just imagine about the feats that could be achieved.
No frustrations, No diversions, you can completely immerse yourself in your work. This is the only path for you to reach the "epitome of success". So, cheers friends, it is possible for all of us to achieve something big by following the simple principle mentioned above.

Freudian slip

I came to know about this phenomenon in one of our team outings. I will try explaining the phenomenon to you. You might have observed that many people convey certain messages accidentally ( This is a specific case of the generally observed phenomenon - "The slip of tongue"). Although the person may deny that it was just a "slip of tongue" or unintentional that in fact is his or her true emotion or opinion (or could be a simple fact) , the semi-conscious release of the repressed truth ( or feeling or intention).

Ex: A person using some other lady's name to address his wife or girl friend reveals something about his promiscuous relationship with that lady. (Now this is just an example :))

So, after reading about the phenomenon, I hope U will pick the subtle clues or hints given by the people with whom U interact. ( Especially your kith and kin) .