Saturday, October 30, 2010

A compliment that I would always treasure

Today was the day when I'd organised an event for MTV where I handled the media for the event, it was such an amazing time where I had hands-on experience with the media. Reporters and photographers from all the top media had arrived and they wanted to interview the VJ's and I had to organize everything in such a way that the reporters and photographers get equal opportunity to get their media bytes, so I made them feel special and ensured that the event went on smoothly and the media got what they wanted. This was my new job in the PR field and I proved myself at work. My boss complimented me for my work and he was glad that I had joined the company. 

I felt the joy when the event was a great success and it made me jump with excitement when a senior reporter from one of the top media came to me and told me that I was very professional and everything had been organised very well. Thanks to the senior reporter who made my day and recognized my work.

This event has definitely made me love my job even more and has motivated me to reach my goals in life. I'm very grateful to such people in my life, thank you ma'am. This blog is exclusively for you..


Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Amazing ad!!


Woke up this morning to realize that the newspaper was saying something, when I picked it up I realized that the newspaper had an audio card embedded in it. It was the Volkswagen car advertisement in the Hindu Paper. What a brilliant idea to catch the attention of the readers!

I could not help but listen to the audio again and again till my sister told me that I was going to get late to work. I was so excited that I sent out text messages to my friends and colleagues about the amazing idea of the Volkswagen ad and I also this put up as my Facebook status. And now blogging about it!

















Being a PR person I would like to give a standing ovation to the Marketing & PR team of Volkswagen for creating such an impact and to be able to connect to their customers in such an innovative way!

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

How I shop for clothes without burning my pocket





Shopping just excites most women, its fun and you are trying to look your best in what you buy! I love shopping it energizes me and gives me the opportunity to be updated with the latest fashion! But there is a drawback because shopping can be fun only when you have enough cash on your card or the only thing you can do is window shop.

So when I go shopping I'm always prepared with the budget I've alloted for clothes that month. Another important point is to know what you want and what is missing from your wardrobe because once we enter the mall there are so many varieties and brands that would certainly confuse anyone!

Once you know your budget and what you want to buy, select clothes you like and try them on, they should be comfortable and make you feel confident. The salesperson would suggests you a lot of options, not a problem you can take some of their opinion but you have to be the one to be satisfied with what you purchase.

Clothes that you purchase should be of good quality and last long, do not get tempted by discounts and buy too many clothes because you cannot possibly wear all those clothes and it will only be lying in your wardrobe. Spend a good amount of time at the mall, start from home early because you need that much time for shopping!

Always make sure that when you are trying the clothes you should look good and be confident to carry it off well.


One last tip: Make sure that you are wearing comfortable clothes and shoes while shopping!


Friday, July 16, 2010

A New addition in my Family!

She's so adorable, so special and so beautiful!! Yes it my lovely puppy Bella :) She's a German Spitz, we brought her home when she was only 2 weeks old, she was so tiny and now she's big and strong. I just love the way she gets excited and wags her tail when I get back from work. What a homecoming!! :)












Bella is truly the sunshine in my life! She is growing so fast and is very active, she loves to run and play outside. But one thing she does not like is her bath, she just runs around the bathroom and I have to run behind Bella to shampoo her ;)

After my work I make sure I take Bella for a walk outside to get some fresh air. Then she has her dinner and she has this lovely habit when she eats she always needs the placemat!

Bella has become the love of our lives. I consider Bella as my family member and our little Princess :)




Monday, June 28, 2010

Indian Idol 5!

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I'm not a great fan of Indian Idol but whenever I surf the channels randomly, what makes me watch Indian Idol for a few minutes is the contestant Arpita Khan who I think is absolutely talented.

The same routine again today, I surfed the channels randomly and I did not change the channel and watched Indian Idol because next Arpita was going to sing. After she sang I was delighted that the Indian Idol Stage had such a good performer!

Then soon came the elimination round and I was very disappointed when they called out Arpita's name in that list! It bothered me even more when they announced that she was actually eliminated, I was shocked!

Talent is what counts and not the looks, I agree that an Idol should have the oomph factor but that can always be improved. She may not be the best looking but she's definitely the cute and talented one! There are so many other contestants who are still in the top list of Indian Idol, out of which some really do not deserve to be there.

It is very important to capture the talent of the singer, it is indeed a loss that Arpita is eliminated but I'm sure she's gonna do well wherever she goes in future!

All the best Arpita! Keep it up because you are very talented!

Thursday, May 13, 2010

My new job !

I'm excited about commencing work in an amazing company in a few days. It would be a great opportunity for me to learn a lot and I'm looking forward to it. My work is going to be challenging, interesting and I would get to interact with a lot of people. I've also had one of the best rounds of selection which had made it even more interesting.

Let's begin with the first round of selection process where I had to write essays and solve hypothetical questions, sounds like the same routine of selection process that any company would have but the interesting part was the second round of selection process where I was given a list of items that I had to collect and bring them back within an hour without paying for those items. I must say that it was the best experience on the field because I got to meet a lot of people in order to collect the items required; not to forget a lot of negotiation in order to get the items.

One of the public asked me if I was in a game show, which was quite astounding and I replied that indeed it was like a game show minus the camera behind me! During that one hour I had met so many people that I had never imagined including teachers, working women, students and police officers who were all very helpful.


"A brand new job is sure to mean a new beginning too,
Where a whole new world of prospects round the corner waits for You."

It was my first time experience and it was very exciting, hoping to learn, explore and grow with the company!

Tuesday, May 11, 2010

Proud to be a Stella Marian!

Studying in Stella Maris College for 5 years (3 yrs of Bachelors and 2 yrs of Masters) has been such a wonderful time, the college has shaped me into an amazing mature woman!

I'm really proud to be a part of the Stella Maris Family, it is my second home. I shed tears when I think of departing from such a reputed institution which has been an integral part of my life, I would definitely want to come back to Stella Maris College where I can cherish the moments again!



Stella Maris College has moulded me to face the world with full confidence and it has given me the opportunity to discover myself! Being a part of the Stella Maris Family, makes you feel proud to be a Stella Marian and when you step out of the college for job opportunities or higher studies you are assured to be recognized because of the high standard education at Stella Maris College.

I'm proud of my Alma Mater!



Monday, May 10, 2010

Paparazzi !


There have always been paparazzi following us wherever we go, the SOCIETY that follows every individual's life..

How much ever you try to stay away from them they are around you and the cliché phrase that follows "What will the society think?" I mean seriously why does it matter what they think, don't they have a life? There are instances where before one could speak an opinion is formed!!

I have to say the best thing to do is to just ignore... Some of them realize that they don't matter to you so they calm down a little bit but there are a lot of them who in spite of ignoring will still be behind you... Whatever it may be just live your life to the fullest!

Sunday, May 9, 2010

I love my Mom

"All I am I owe to my mother" - George Washington


My Mom is God's Gift to me because without my mom I would not have been brought into this world and enjoy the life I am enjoying now. I owe my mom big time for all that she has done for me, today if I'm successful with good education and job, it is only because of my mom's encouragement and love.


My mom has been my support system from the time I came to this wonderful world to taking my first step she held my hand and walked along with me and till today she's with me, I'm blessed to have such a wonderful person with me.

"God could not be everywhere and therefore he made mothers." ~Jewish Proverb

I'm really thankful to have my mom in my life and i'll always be there for my Mom ! I Love you mom, muuaahh :)

Why I love Limca ads !

Hats off to the entire team for making Limca advertisements !! They are just very refreshing and the videos are always very cute, not forgetting the music its just too melodious and makes you want to sing along!



The Limca commercials does a very good work of communicating their brand "freshness" to the audience, it has definitely made me try limca and I loved it ! The important aspect about Limca ads are that their communication to the audience is very simple with good music and visuals that grabs the attention of the audience!

Limca ads have been consistent with its positioning of freshness, Limca is a great lemon drink that quenches my thirst and rejuvenates me!

Thursday, April 1, 2010

Believe in Yourself!


"Be what you are. This is the first step toward becoming better than you are."
~Julius Charles Hare

Believe in yourself because if you do not believe in yourself then no one would believe in you. Let it be small or big dreams that you have, if you are convinced that you can do it then no one can stop you!


I had faced this incident where I had to do my research but it was difficult to get an organization, I was advised that I can relax and everything would be fine. But I did not give up and relax, with all my efforts and self confidence I believed that I could get an organization. My organization was just a phone call away and I got it confirmed!

Everything was back to normal where I completed my research and presentation successfully. There are many obstacles that come my way but I know that they would not affect me because I believe in me!

"If I am not for myself, who will be?"
~Pirke Avoth

It is very important to believe that you can make it happen for yourself and never, ever give up!



Sunday, March 28, 2010

Adios to College Life !


Exactly 3 more days and its time to say adios to college life ... I'm going to miss college so much - my friends, the college campus, cultural activities, photocopying notes a day before exam, organizing events, staying back at college to study and writing exams. I cannot believe that I'll actually miss exams because that's one thing that every student hates but I'm going to miss it because I would not be writing exams any more after college ...

Campus life is special and being there for 5 years completing my Bachelors and Masters has taught me so much. I will never forget my college years, they have been one of the best years in my life. I have seen, learnt and experienced a lot!

Bidding farewell to college would be one of the hardest things to do but I have to say 'Goodbye' to my college, my teachers and my loving friends... College has moulded me into a responsible and an intellectual person. Not all are blessed with the golden opportunity to enjoy such an education. For those who've also got this beautiful opportunity, do enjoy college life to the maximum !!



"Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself."~John Dewey

I would like to conclude with this beautiful quote by John Dewey, his quote says it all ..
I'm ready to step out and face the challenges outside of college !!

Thank you God, teachers and friends for making my college life a wonderful experience. Last but not the least thank you mom and dad for making this happen! 
Adios !!


Sunday, March 21, 2010

Experience of being a Student Council Member !

Being a Student Union Council is a wonderful experience, I learnt the skill of multi- tasking and to be more responsible. It has thought me so much and one important thing that every leader should learn is to consider "every individual's opinion !"


I've developed qualities like patience, tolerance and compassion for others. Being a Student Council Member has given me the opportunity to meet so many people and serve as a positive role model to other students.

I'll be receiving my certificate for being the Student Council Member tomorrow, I'm so excited and I'm happy that I've fulfilled my responsibility !!




Saturday, March 20, 2010

We have a Dream !



Rahul Bose's Dream @ OASIS, BITS Pilani was one of the most Inspiring speech that I've heard in a long time ! When I heard this speech on Youtube I commented on it saying that "It was a great speech and Keep it up ! " But I was compelled to write more because that one line of compliment was not doing justice.

So I decided to blog about Rahul Bose's dream @ OASIS, BITS Pilani ! Its thought- provoking, funny and makes you a proud Indian ! Rahul Bose has made efforts to instill in our minds that it is important to dream ! From the beginning to the end of the speech, it is so remarkable and makes us visualize the future of our Country!

One of the best part of his speech is that when we realize that we are all the same, then the choice will be ours !! To turn to the foreigner on our side and say "We are 1.2 Billion, the world is 6 Billion, that's one Indian for every 4 non- Indians" and we'll turn to the rest of us and say "Sound's good, Let's do it !"

So it is important for each one of us to dream and make things happen !! Do watch the video because it will definitely make you THINK !!

Friday, March 19, 2010

Speak Up !!!

"Do we really have the rights to SPEAK UP ?"



So many people around tell us to speak up and communicate our thoughts but it makes me think how much can we actually speak up ! There are so many instances where I want to speak my mind but there are so many constraints like "Will it affect the person who is involved?" or "Will it be accepted by the society?" and so on... I mean why do we have to go through all this !

So its high time we take our stand and communicate, so let's share all our thoughts together.

So lets "SPEAK UP !!" :)