If you’ve been an old timer on this blog, you will know that in April 2007, Nirav and me organised the Mumbai Photo Marathon. The event got featured in the April issue of Time Out Mumbai – Rachel explores the various amateur photography clubs in the city. The pace was manic at the Mumbai Photo… Continue reading Mumbai Photo Marathon featured in Time Out
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Goafest 2009 – A recession too good to be wasted
“It’s not a recession, it’s a slowdown†- the mood at Goafest 2009 Over the weekend, I was at Cavelossim Beach in Goa to attend the Goafest 2009. This year the event focussed on the R-word – “Why this recession is too good to be wasted?†But I think the recession was more than evident… Continue reading Goafest 2009 – A recession too good to be wasted
I will be at Goafest 2009 this weekend
Just a quick note to let you all know that I will be attending the Goafest 2009 at Cavelossim Beach, Goa over the next 2 days. Looking forward to some inspiring talks by Sir Johan Hegarty & Dan Wieden. Of course the sun, sand, water sports, the beach and beer are added attractions. Find out… Continue reading I will be at Goafest 2009 this weekend
Robin Sharma on twitter
Robin Sharma has been a great source of inspiration. I enjoyed his first book “The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari†and then I read “The Greatness Guide†which I strongly recommend everyone should read. I am currently reading “Discovering your Destiny with Robin Sharma†and next on my list is “The Greatness Guide – Book… Continue reading Robin Sharma on twitter
Interestingness
What’s caught my attention in the past few days… TED talk on turning the Internet into a 6th sense – like the Tom Cruise kind of stuff from Minority Report. Nokia E75 – the yet to be launched new mobile phone. I want! I want! But at Rs.25,000 I think the price is a barrier.… Continue reading Interestingness
Where the hell is Matt?
Have you seen that VISA ad where this man is seen dancing in various locations across the world? It’s to promote their foreign exchange card. Can’t see video, click here to watch the VISA tvc. Now, the real story. The man you see in there is not just any model they picked and travelled across… Continue reading Where the hell is Matt?
Quick update from KhanaPeena #2
A quick round-up of what’s happening at KhanaPeena - my foodie blog. Don’t miss the updates there. Subscribe to the email updates or RSS in your blog reader. Foodie Delights from Singapore and Thailand Recommended - Pastries at Samrat's 210 degrees. Woodside Inn (a watering hole). Chatpata Khana at Punjabi Karachiwala & some more at… Continue reading Quick update from KhanaPeena #2
5 lessons for creative thinking
“Advertising is all about entertainment and if you can’t entertain the audience they are switching the channel and going somewhere else.†Shared by Pushpendra Misra of Flying Saucer Films in a very inspiring session at our office this afternoon. As an ad film director he shared some lessons on creativity and film crafting. I attempt… Continue reading 5 lessons for creative thinking
This is the time to hear your customer speak
Just got off the phone with the research agency. Before we talked about the project we did a little chat on business in general and he mentioned that God has been great. Thanks to all the recession and tough market scenario companies are spending more money on research. Every brand wants to know how to… Continue reading This is the time to hear your customer speak
Thoughts to usher in the new year
The party is over. The decoration is back in the attic and photos uploaded to facebook. As we walk into the new year I share a few thoughts. Somethings don't change. I've realised that not everything can be changed as per your wants. So when I hit the wall, I am not going to bang… Continue reading Thoughts to usher in the new year
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