Everything begins with an idea. One good idea means a lot of good ideas. But the value of an idea always lies in its implementation. Ideas can come and go but only the ones that are implemented are remembered. Ideas can be crazy, wacky, silly and even weird. But even an allegedly funny idea is worth testing. Every idea must be given a chance.
Good plans are not made on paper, they are for real. At the organisational level, people often fight for their ideas getting accepted. In reality, the development of new ideas must take into account the ones who are likely to get affected by it. What might be the effect on processes, people, hierarchy and so on.
Every one looks forward to radical changes and big movements. What must be understood is that it all starts small. Ideas must be tested in practice and then implemented at large for continuous adaptation. It is important here to test the idea at an early stage.
Companies must encourage employees to come up with novel ideas, there can be polls, contests and even rewards for the best ideas. This way employees start getting a sense of ownership at the workplace.
Often when ideas are not accepted, we receive a setback. If you have a good idea and you believe in it, go for its implementation. Don’t ever be scared to try new things because that is how you bring life into your daily work. Experimentation breathes newness in work.
Creativity isn’t ever going to become extinct, in fact, the more you put it into practice, the more it might grow.
It was indeed a memorable day when we took our first step towards formalising our initiative of uplifting humanity. The stage was set, preparations were in full swing. With bated breath we were ready to welcome some of the most prominent personalities to seek their love and blessings.
We officially announced the launch of Sneh Shilp Foundation on 1st April 2022 with great pleasure. Sneh Shilp Foundation is a thought, a feeling that stems from the love and support from everyone around. It is now time we give back to the society, the same love and compassion. We launched the foundation in the company of Param Pujya Shri Dwarkesh Lal Ji Maharaj who is a renowned propagator, philosopher and teacher, he graced the occasion as the chief guest. As guest of honour we had BK Chandrika Didi who is the vice chairperson of the youth wing of Rajyog Education and Research Foundation. She is also leading more than 30 branches of Brahma Kumaris. We also had Mittal Ben Patel, the founder of VSSM, a non-profit organisation which works for nomadic and de-notified tribes. Also as guest of honour, we had with us, Mr. Chiranjiv Patel who is the owner of Karma Foundation.
It was a day of double celebration where we also commemorated 18 years of excellence of Shilp Group. The event followed a press conference attended by Mrs. Snehal Brahmbhatt, who is the founder of Sneh Shilp Foundation and also handles the post of Chief Operating Officer at Shilp Group. She beautifully captured the vision of the foundation which is to enable and empower people to stand on their feet and lead independent lives. She also enumerated how the volunteers at the foundation have already started taking initiatives like food drives, pad projects for health and hygiene of women at the construction sites, creating shelter for people at old age homes, arranging blood donation camps, running a food van that picks food from kitchens of religious places and delivers to the needy and much more.
Some beautiful and encouraging words were spoken by all guests of honour which really gave everyone a new perspective about life and humanity. The event was also graced by two very famous Radio Jockeys, RJ Kunal from Radio Mirchi and RJ Harsh from Mirchi Love. They definitely added a fun element to the event and got huge public appeal. A speech by Mr. Yash Brahmbhatt was dedicated to the wonderful team of Shilp Group. We also took the opportunity to recognise the contribution of the Shilp team.
As the event was named Prarambh, this is truly the first step towards humanity and building excellence.
On one hand, India’s economy is growing with an increasing GDP, on the other hand, the labour force participation rate for women is declining. Currently, women account for only 19.9% of the total labour force in India. This low participation is on account of the restrictions imposed on women, the wage gap due to gender difference and also lack of safety and hygiene at the workplaces. The fall in women workforce in the unorganised sector was steeper during and post the pandemic. High unemployment kept women out of work. It is estimated that an increase in the women’s labour force participation by 10% could add $770 billion to India’s GDP by 2025.
The point to note here is that women do not feel encouraged to come and work. Construction sites, is one such place, that witnesses a high number of women. At Sneh Shilp Foundation, we have been working hard to make women feel comfortable at these sites. We understand how much women sacrifice when they come out of their homes and perform the role of earning, which, traditionally, is only that of a man. When women step out, their traditional role of a home-maker, a care-giver, does not lessen. They take care of multiple things at varied fronts.
Understanding the multiple battles that a woman fights each day, volunteers of Sneh Shilp Foundation decided to do their bit to ease these women and give them some solace. We organised a hygiene drive for more than 100 women at a construction site, where we distributed sanitary napkins for their monthly needs. Not only did we take care of their hygiene needs, but also their daily struggles at home. Our volunteers provided these women a set casserole to ensure the food they make at odd hours, remains healthy and edible. We also distributed sweets and _ to these deserving women and their families.
Our hearts go out to see a community like women, who are so capable emotionally and mentally, under utilising their potential. If God has made women such strong and resolute creatures, who are we o question them?
Three days went off in a jiffy. Power-packed and fun-filled event organised by CREDAI GIHED Ahmedabad was a one-of-its-kind event.Being elected as the Joint Secretary of the Credai Gujarat Women’s Wing, I am truly set out on an aspirational journey. The 16th CREDAI GIHED Property Show was an amazing place to be. The three-day event attracted more than 1,00,000 people from all over Ahmedabad. It was a sight to witness. Real estate is always a sector that attracts people. The event bore a perfect testimony to the fact.Another attraction point of the event was the mega launch of three new chapters of the Credai Gujarat Women’s Wing at Rajkot, Surat and Vadodara. The same was done by our Honourable Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel. His august presence made the event memorable. The new flag bearers of the chapters solemnly affirmed the role and have set out on a fulfilling journey.A big thanks goes to CREDAI GIHED for organising such a brilliant event. The event specially came as a relief after the turbulent times we have all faced. Three cheers to the real estate sector and three cheers to CREDAI GIHED.
Traditionally, the role of a woman was to nurture the family and the role of a man was to provide. Abiding by the tradition, women never got a chance to explore themselves. With economic progress, access to education, urbanization, equality and liberalization, we see more women moving towards a work culture. Now, whether this is right for the society or not, will always remain debatable. Today women are opting for business for various reasons. It could be for financial independence, security, passion, creating a personal identity and so on. No one should be judgemental about women doing business.
Being a woman, handling two different work portfolios, one being the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Shilp Group, a leading real estate company in Ahmedabad and the other being the owner of Arrow Fitness Hub, I know what it really means for a woman to step out. A woman wears multiple hats in a day and manages it all so efficiently. While running a business, she doesn’t forget that she is a nurturer too. When women are at work, they are always more sincere. The sole reason behind this is that they are compromising so much when they step out – their children, their homes, their family. Hence, women want to make each and every minute at work productive. We must salute this spirit of women. Women also make better managers owing to attributes like emotional intelligence. They have the power of looking at everything from both the rational and the emotional perspective and then making decisions. Being high on soft skills and emotional intelligence gives women an edge while dealing with people. Business is all about getting the right people on the bus and then managing them well.
Women do not need sympathy, they need encouragement. The increasing presence of women as entrepreneurs is changing the demography of business completely and is also contributing to the economic growth. We need to aim for sustainable growth of women entrepreneurs and move towards creating a balanced growth in the country.
Women are both creative and analytical, bold as well as emotional. Women do not need empowerment; they only need to be given equal opportunities and respect. Soon there will be a time that will not necessitate writing on topics like these because we will all understand that men and women have different backgrounds and thought processes and a workplace needs all of that.
The thrill of getting a fixed amount at the beginning of each month is unbeatable. The world is moving fast and is full of cut throat competition. Appraisal time is approaching and we are looking forward to a good rating on our performance. We all vie for more attention, more benefits and more perks. If you want to sustain and remain at the top of the mind of your employers, here are 5 essential things to do:
Prove your worth
Your employer must always look at you as an asset for the organisation. Liabilities are best forgotten. It must be our constant endeavor to prove that we are the right fit for the job. We must not only look at fulfilling our key performance parameters but must exceed it as much as possible. Most often employers are ready to take a big hole in their pocket for a desirable candidate. Try and be that one employee your boss was always looking for.
Stick around in tough times
Tough times can come in the life of an individual as well as an organisation. We can all share good time with each other, but as a general rule, people who participate in sorrows are always remembered. Staying by the organisation in turbulent times gives you an edge and establishes you as a trustworthy, dependable member of the organisation.
Be open to challenges
KRAs and competency building are inevitable but there is always something beyond that. Every employer wants people who go beyond the call of duty and are open to new arenas for development. People who take initiatives and ownership are always welcome. Self motivated employees who take accountability for their actions are cherished by every manager.
Be a problem solver
If you are the one who is performing the task, you must know the ins and outs. The boss need not always be the more creative one. A boss always appreciates people who come to them not with problems but with solutions. It just builds up to your impression and your image takes a flight.
Attitude attitude attitude
Group of businessmen have a different solution for a challenging labyrinth
Almost any manager would happily train his employees on knowledge of products or processes. He or she would also readily give all the skills needed to perform the job well. But one thing that every manager wants in an employee is the right attitude. It is difficult and tedious to shape someone’s attitude. Universally, every company needs people with the right approach and mindset.
Flattery has given way to organic performance today. Nothing can beat a forward looking professional who is passionate about self-development and ambitious to climb the ladder. Creating good impressions takes a lot of effort but the process of doing that becomes a learning curve.
