Rather Simplistic

I still have to post the completed version of my previous painting of the horseys. But anyway, this is the new one that I did. It's relatively simplistic, done on a piece of paper, but with acrylic colors. I think it could be done on some fabric as well.

This one is for someone, who asked me to make something for them :) on a piece of paper. 

Do let me know what you think about it!

My Incomplete Painting

 Here's an incomplete version of my painting.. I've been doing it for the holidays.. Do tell me how it is..

 

And this is my favourite horse. I've named him Majesty... 

Networking 101 with Donna Messer

The Queen of Networking Donna Messer was in O-town on Thursday 29th April, 2010, at Carleton University. I got a chance to attend her Effective Networking workshop offered by MITACS. It surprisingly wasn't just another networking workshop where they tell you 80% of the jobs are hidden. It was about helping us to actually "network" with people. It was about being able to identify the kind of person we are about to interact with and changing our personality to match theirs to build a level of compatibility between us. She made me realize the different communication styles that people have. People can be red or orange or green, depending on how elaborate or moderate or otherwise they are while communicating. The revelation can be of immense help when trying to connect with someone, or even during an interview.

Networking really isn't just about passing your business card to someone. It is about making connections, that can be based on similarities. Donna based the art of networking on a very simple fact - we all like people that are like us. As a simple demonstration, using a 2-minute exercise, everyone in the room was paired with someone they had never known before, and each person was going to answer a set of some twelve or so questions. At the end of the exercise, we were required to note down some things that were common between us. It turns out me and my partner were able to find at least five things that were common to us. And from complete strangers, we became two people who knew each other, and could "connect" to each other!

Networking has a give and take side to it as well. If you are seeking help from someone, you will always have resources to share with them, something that will be of use to them.

I am glad I went to the workshop. I am thankful to Donna for opening my mind to this aspect of networking, which does not seem like an extra step at all, given that I am a rather shy person. Talking about Donna, she is a very motivational and enthusiastic speaker. I think that the impact a speaker leaves on you is much more than the speech. I recommend this workshop to everyone. It was a one of a kind experience.