Twitter serves as a tool to keep friends connected, joining the social networking bandwagon as yet another Web 2.0 technology. I rolled my eyes when I first heard about the tool but then curious, I checked the site out and I am hooked.

I find that this can be useful especially in the corporate space. Think about all the micro managers that you wished could leave you alone.Twitter away! Bombard them with second by second updates of your whereabouts. SMS, IM – the opportunities are endless.Micro managers beware.

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It’s tangy, “tomatoey”, yummy and really simple.

Avg time: 20 – 30 minutes
Pair with bread or rice

Ingredients:

• 1 cup pigeon pea lentils (also called toor dal)
• 1 cup crushed tomatoes
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/4 tsp asfaoetidia
• 1 tbsp tamarind paste mixed with 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/4 tsp chilli flakes/powder
• salt to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil

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I often find it hard to find good Sindhi recipes online and here is my attempt to document recipes inspired from my mother’s culinary perfections in the hope that others enjoy this cuisine as much I do.
Before you start to experiment, equip your self with the 5 must-haves that comprise any type of Indian cooking in general and will apply to almost all of these recipes.

• For cookware, I recommend getting a pressure cooker (think Rachel Ray and 30 minute meals). If you are not crazy about this must-have, stick to the open pot style but beware of the time-consuming process
• For ingredients keep the following handy:
  • Coriander/Cilantro Powder (available in any grocery store in the “International” aisle or just stop by your neighborhood Indian store and ask)
  • Asafoetidia
  • Turmeric
  • Chilli Flakes/Powder

You are now ready to cook anything Indian and Sindhi!

My Sindhi (hindu) community celebrates their new year today. Unlike the solar calendar where January 1 is officially the New Year, the Hindus (Hindu Sindhis included) follow the lunisolar calendar that is based on the new moon cycles. Read the rest of this entry »

I have often underestimated the importance of role-playing in interaction. While business leaders are role playing to predict markets and forecast growth, I realize it can be a useful tool in helping me face my opponent in a difficult siutation. I use the help of close friends and family simulating the situation and observing their reactions as I enact the conversation. I hone my actions and choose my words wisely. I have seen great results in the past. I am better prepared and composed. I know what I am going to say and how I am going to say it.
I am waiting to see how my next one goes. I have been role-playing for several days now.