Well, today has been rather sleepy, and there are so many things that can be on my mind, but unfortunately, I feel rather dazed out. The only real concern is when I go back to school in a few months time to finish off what has not been finished... It has to be done... I feel like a total failure in this. Not gonna talk about it, just gonna do it.
Well, routine aside, I do have some thoughts that surfaced / re-surfaced. I totally understand as to why I shouldn't ever blunder into a decision. Rather, make it a point to, without exception, ensure that it is both logically and emotionally sound. True, I have messed up before, but no. Not going to let it happen. As much as I can help it.
Another one is that, many things are simply beyond our control. I try and hold and retain power, control through many situations and circumstances. However, there will be things that elude you, that refuse your grasp. And these are the things that sometimes, i have to learn to let go of, and simply trust. Because, Reductio ad Absurdum.
I think I should never try convincing people. (unless absolutely necessary) Rather, leave them to make their choices. I can influence one decision, or a few, but that will never change the essence of who they are. More often than not, they are aware of the influence on their decision. Games are only meant for the boardroom.
Repetition, though annoying, is only because through life, you only ever see the bigger picture when you take a step back. Perhaps sometimes it is the bigger picture, sometimes, it's the smaller. Removal of weeds. Whatever clouds your mind. Whatever made you forget what you knew before. Duh... I know, but it's the simplest lessons that I re-learn over and over again. In the multitude of contexts they present themselves in.
I pray that I and those dear to me, will stand by decisions. That we have the strength and clarity of mind to remember the reason behind the initial decision. For wisdom. To hope and to trust.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Sunday, February 22, 2009
The dawn of the Light
Well, this weekend was really in a league of it's own, with so many things happening that I suppose that this post really has to sort out my thoughts!
Firstly, Happy Birthday Daniel, though I didnt stay long at the gathering, I do hope that you had a smashing time! By the looks of it, and past record, I am sure you were smashed too!
On a much more serious note, I have been seriously contemplating what has happened over the past few days, and honestly, i have been thoroughly thrilled, totally happy and am in anticipation of what the future brings. There hasn't been a time since whenever, that i am so totally satisfied, so truly happy. Sometimes, and this happens rather often, that I feel that i am elaborating too much, and that there will come a point of time when I will be repeating what I say and think.
Well, to end of my rambling, I need to go sort out my thoughts, To form opinions about things, and this is awesome, love it.
Firstly, Happy Birthday Daniel, though I didnt stay long at the gathering, I do hope that you had a smashing time! By the looks of it, and past record, I am sure you were smashed too!
On a much more serious note, I have been seriously contemplating what has happened over the past few days, and honestly, i have been thoroughly thrilled, totally happy and am in anticipation of what the future brings. There hasn't been a time since whenever, that i am so totally satisfied, so truly happy. Sometimes, and this happens rather often, that I feel that i am elaborating too much, and that there will come a point of time when I will be repeating what I say and think.
Well, to end of my rambling, I need to go sort out my thoughts, To form opinions about things, and this is awesome, love it.
Friday, February 20, 2009
Us
Today, something rather interesting happened to me, I was being a total ass, and fiddling with what I thought might be true, and viola, well, at least in this case, I am sure it proved my point. I was talking to someone, and because he had no prior experience in doing something that I was hoping that he would take charge of, I said to him that because of (some irrelevant nonsense), he was the natural and best choice for that said task. After a tad of convincing, he actually agreed! Totally unlike his character, but he did. My point is, you are who you think you are, or rather, quoting; "I think, therefore I am".
How far does that go? I truly wonder. If every day, we tell ourselves that we are lacking in some way or other, will that translate to us actually behaving and thinking that it is true? Honestly, I sincerely believe so. I was selling office files a pretty long time ago, and it was my job to convince people that my files were the best! Through that, I learned that it is actually easier to convince yourself, far easier than it is to convince others. Simply because, and this is from a conversation with my dear friend, that words are rather poor carriers of thought and emotion, and as such, we relay to ourselves what we are trying to justify to others with words even better than the other party is getting the message. I still do think that that brand of files that i used to market are the best, by far!
So, my dear friend, friends, do not tell yourself what you are, are not, focus on the goal, and what you truly want, and brave the path. I am still in the process of self discovery, perhaps I am wrong, but whatever it is, it feels right and this feels right!
How far does that go? I truly wonder. If every day, we tell ourselves that we are lacking in some way or other, will that translate to us actually behaving and thinking that it is true? Honestly, I sincerely believe so. I was selling office files a pretty long time ago, and it was my job to convince people that my files were the best! Through that, I learned that it is actually easier to convince yourself, far easier than it is to convince others. Simply because, and this is from a conversation with my dear friend, that words are rather poor carriers of thought and emotion, and as such, we relay to ourselves what we are trying to justify to others with words even better than the other party is getting the message. I still do think that that brand of files that i used to market are the best, by far!
So, my dear friend, friends, do not tell yourself what you are, are not, focus on the goal, and what you truly want, and brave the path. I am still in the process of self discovery, perhaps I am wrong, but whatever it is, it feels right and this feels right!
In this case - my email.
In this financial situation, is marketing over-zealously out of point? I have been pondering about this for quite some time, and these are my views. Though from the brand awareness and general marketing point of view, it may seem that there are benefits to be reaped, these must be carefully evaluated.
There is a very important need for the benefits of increased marketing efforts to present itself later and not immediately. This is due to widespread cash flow problems in the M&E, SME sectors, the negative effects of a credit line or serviceable payment terms very often, without much thought, extended to customers, will become extremely pronounced. This said, the evaluation and decision in regard to job uptake must be re-looked at.
Just as in the global playground, the importance of re-evaluating sub-prime accounts is essential to the longevity of the supplying company, and the preservation of intangible assets (namely the preservation of essential anchor customers) of companies. However, the method of approaching this issue cannot be based on the Obama formula that was recently published, simply because there is no leeway for that kind of action. What must be done though, is that negotiations must be initiated, on an ASAP standpoint. Guarantees from both sides for non-erring contracts, must be reached.
On a micro-scale, individual responsibility on each member of any organization is paramount, to ensure the cardinal responsibility to the enterprise is upheld. It is in this situation that I urge every member and partner to be extra diligent, and remember that individual day to day decisions are those that make or break an organization. I cannot emphasize enough on how guidelines and procedures must be strictly adhered to.
Departments that should revamp operations are marketing and research, where emphasis must be shifted from the pursuit of the here and now, to the acquisition of the future. Groundwork must be laid out in anticipation, rather than as a reaction. Direction, though not set in stone, must be verified.
With these points in mind, I conclude, and expect a dialogue to ensue. Detailed updated plans of action are expected to accompany standard reports.
Most Sincerely,
Kenneth
There is a very important need for the benefits of increased marketing efforts to present itself later and not immediately. This is due to widespread cash flow problems in the M&E, SME sectors, the negative effects of a credit line or serviceable payment terms very often, without much thought, extended to customers, will become extremely pronounced. This said, the evaluation and decision in regard to job uptake must be re-looked at.
Just as in the global playground, the importance of re-evaluating sub-prime accounts is essential to the longevity of the supplying company, and the preservation of intangible assets (namely the preservation of essential anchor customers) of companies. However, the method of approaching this issue cannot be based on the Obama formula that was recently published, simply because there is no leeway for that kind of action. What must be done though, is that negotiations must be initiated, on an ASAP standpoint. Guarantees from both sides for non-erring contracts, must be reached.
On a micro-scale, individual responsibility on each member of any organization is paramount, to ensure the cardinal responsibility to the enterprise is upheld. It is in this situation that I urge every member and partner to be extra diligent, and remember that individual day to day decisions are those that make or break an organization. I cannot emphasize enough on how guidelines and procedures must be strictly adhered to.
Departments that should revamp operations are marketing and research, where emphasis must be shifted from the pursuit of the here and now, to the acquisition of the future. Groundwork must be laid out in anticipation, rather than as a reaction. Direction, though not set in stone, must be verified.
With these points in mind, I conclude, and expect a dialogue to ensue. Detailed updated plans of action are expected to accompany standard reports.
Most Sincerely,
Kenneth
Thursday, February 19, 2009
I am human, therefore I create.
Well, I have been really and truly amazed at what has happened. I really did not expect this to happen so quickly, and such have been surprised, very pleasantly of course, by the events that have taken place.
The commitment to happiness.
The commitment to happiness.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Ruckus
It has been a good week, a good, almost surreal past few days. However, it has come to a ruck. Well, I suppose I need time too, I need to figure out my thoughts, and if I am sure, then time is not an issue, time is just but an illusion of now, and there is plenty more from where that came from.
Plan to plan - Plan to plan to try.
On that, I decided to add more. Isnt it odd how alive we feel when we are thrown out of what we perceive as normality, isnt it odd how it is at times when we are confused that we make decisions and show ourselves to be who we really are? Strange, friendly normality will not expose who we really are, will not show anyone who we are. How well would we know another if everything was in a peaceful state? Not terribly well. That said, it cannot always be filled with turmoil, but rather, I think that self discovery, mutual discovery happens when we are pushed out of our comfort zone. This is but the beginning, this is a crucial step, one where a decision is made. To share or not to share. We cannot write the future, but we can sure try to get where we want to be.
The best is yet to be.
Plan to plan - Plan to plan to try.
On that, I decided to add more. Isnt it odd how alive we feel when we are thrown out of what we perceive as normality, isnt it odd how it is at times when we are confused that we make decisions and show ourselves to be who we really are? Strange, friendly normality will not expose who we really are, will not show anyone who we are. How well would we know another if everything was in a peaceful state? Not terribly well. That said, it cannot always be filled with turmoil, but rather, I think that self discovery, mutual discovery happens when we are pushed out of our comfort zone. This is but the beginning, this is a crucial step, one where a decision is made. To share or not to share. We cannot write the future, but we can sure try to get where we want to be.
The best is yet to be.
Thursday, February 12, 2009
And here's to a new beginning
I am happy, and I havent felt so truly happy in a long time. To be understood, and to understand. I hope that this carries on, always. What i want. I know what I want. I have what I want.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
I quote me.
I can no longer logic, logic has become consumed with emotion, unsuppressed, desire, desire for what i want. Logic, stand by me, wisdom grant unto me.
Saturday, February 7, 2009
Visionary
Strange, but i always did think of myself as more the dreamer than the do-er! I have the vision, the inclination that it is right, and i am usually rather right about what i feel, but mostly, am not strong enough to pull through with it all the way. From conceptualization to realization.
Work as a team then huh! I need to find a suitable one, so that i can be left to do what i like doing. Daydream.
Work as a team then huh! I need to find a suitable one, so that i can be left to do what i like doing. Daydream.
Friday, February 6, 2009
You Are An ENTP |
 The Visionary You are charming, outgoing, friendly. You make a good first impression. You possess good negotiating skills and can convince anyone of anything. Happy to be the center of attention, you love to tell stories and show off. You're very clever, but you are not disciplined enough to do well in structured environments. In love, you see everything as a grand adventure. You enjoy taking risks for love. And if things don't work out, you're usually not too much worse for the wear! You would make a great entrepreneur, marketing executive, or actor. At work, you need a lot of freedom to pursue your own path and vision. How you see yourself: Analytical, creative, and peaceful When other people don't get you, they see you as: Detached, wishy-washy, and superficial |
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