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How Airbnb's Brian Chesky told I,900 employees they had lost their jobs

How Airbnb's Brian Chesky told I,900 employees they had lost their jobs

Rediff.com7 May 2020

There is much to learn from how Brian Chesky, co-founder and CEO, Airbnb, let 1,900 employees know they had lost their jobs.

Can Spaniard Emery lead Arsenal into new chapter?

Can Spaniard Emery lead Arsenal into new chapter?

Rediff.com23 May 2018

The 46-year-old has been hired to fill the sizeable void left by the departure of Frenchman Arsene Wenger who had been at the Arsenal helm since 1996.

COVID-19 break a blessing in disguise for this golfer

COVID-19 break a blessing in disguise for this golfer

Rediff.com29 May 2020

Shubhankar Sharma believes he will be in better form when he tees up for what will be his first professional tournament in four months.

Want to get into the IIT? 10 FACTS to know

Want to get into the IIT? 10 FACTS to know

Rediff.com27 May 2020

Did you know that 17% seats are reserved for girl students in every branch of engineering?

LOST your job? 5 SMART things you can do

LOST your job? 5 SMART things you can do

Rediff.com24 Jun 2020

'The faster you accept it, the faster you start running and the sooner you will reach your destination -- your next role.'

Are B-schools keeping pace with time?

Are B-schools keeping pace with time?

Rediff.com22 May 2007

The problem is that the corporate world is evolving so rapidly that most of the B-schools are not able to keep pace with changes

How to be a smart team player

How to be a smart team player

Rediff.com30 Jan 2017

Be a broker of capabilities; know where you can get help.

Anil Kapoor's candid confession

Anil Kapoor's candid confession

Rediff.com17 Aug 2016

'I can't figure out my son,' the actor tells us.

Jobs! An interview all youngsters must read

Jobs! An interview all youngsters must read

Rediff.com15 Dec 2018

'Don't waste your time in doing long pointless graduation courses.' 'Try and get into an apprenticeship or a job after Class 10 or Class 12, as there is always time to get back to academics and learn new skills.'

Avoid these communication mistakes

Avoid these communication mistakes

Rediff.com7 Mar 2006

Civilians in the army: 'They won't be involved in combat'

Civilians in the army: 'They won't be involved in combat'

Rediff.com18 May 2020

'Yet, in J&K even if you are not involved in active combat, you can come under enemy fire.' 'However young a soldier is, he is not immune to action.' 'He may face challenges during the course of discharging his military duties.'

Ensure minimum govt, maximum governance: PM to IAS probationers

Ensure minimum govt, maximum governance: PM to IAS probationers

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

He also asked them to stay away from limelight and go beyond their routine jobs to establish their identity. "The turn at which the country stands today... the role of bureaucrats like you is of minimum government and maximum governance. You have to ensure that your interference in common people's lives is reduced and that they get empowered," he said.

ASK ANU: 'I lost my parents. I feel alone'

ASK ANU: 'I lost my parents. I feel alone'

Rediff.com18 May 2021

Mind coach and NLP practitioner Anu Krishna guides readers on how to prioritise mental health and take control of one's life.

Kohli reckons controversy will spur Pandya to be better player

Kohli reckons controversy will spur Pandya to be better player

Rediff.com28 Jan 2019

'You don't need do anything extra (in a situation like Pandya's). Whoever comes out of it positive, his career can scale new heights, like we have seen with many cricketers in the past. I hope he goes on that right path and emerges as a better cricketer and I think he can do that'

Mind your language: 'That person is very kiddish'

Mind your language: 'That person is very kiddish'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2007

More reader-driven English Bloopers. Today, we look at how direct translations from a regional language can cause problems.

Great attitude = great managers

Great attitude = great managers

Rediff.com2 Feb 2006

'It is the best time to be an entrepreneur. Think big!'

'It is the best time to be an entrepreneur. Think big!'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

'The only way to create more jobs is to make sure that we anticipate the skills that will be required in the future and prepare ourselves for those skills.'

From Rs 3 cr to 20 cr: RustOrange's success story

From Rs 3 cr to 20 cr: RustOrange's success story

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

RustOrange co-founders Samik Sarkar, Shashank Agnihotri and Kuvalaya Singh share their story and learnings.

Last of 'the pack', Philander announces international retirement

Last of 'the pack', Philander announces international retirement

Rediff.com23 Dec 2019

Philander was an important part of the Proteas pace troika, comprising Dale Steyn and Morne Morkel, both of whom have retired from Tests.

Guess what Tiger's new passion is!

Guess what Tiger's new passion is!

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

Will Tiger sing for Heropanti 2?

Why millennial moms want to work

Why millennial moms want to work

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

Financial independence has many benefits.

Ranji: Dhull 3rd Indian to hit two tons on debut; Pujara saves Saurashtra

Ranji: Dhull 3rd Indian to hit two tons on debut; Pujara saves Saurashtra

Rediff.com20 Feb 2022

A round up of the fourth and final day's action of the Ranji Trophy matches on Sunday.

'Being runners up in three events this year was not very encouraging'

'Being runners up in three events this year was not very encouraging'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2015

Saina Nehwal feels the year going by is one of the best of her career but rued that a series of injuries affected her chances of winning more titles.

Want to be a manager? Be a team player first

Want to be a manager? Be a team player first

Rediff.com15 Oct 2015

A good manager is one who takes interest in understanding, developing and building her/his team.

G20 nations should monitor workforce requirement across globe

G20 nations should monitor workforce requirement across globe

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

Globally, industries need to sit together and look at the demand for professionals that is expected to emerge from different countries.

Which country is best for your child to study abroad?

Which country is best for your child to study abroad?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2017

Have you been asking yourself this question? Then these 8 tips are meant for you.

How Dhoni was discovered: The untold story

How Dhoni was discovered: The untold story

Rediff.com30 Sep 2016

'Dhoni's skills are unbelievable and also his mindset, the way he thinks about the game.'

Guess what Yami Gautam is ADDICTED to?

Guess what Yami Gautam is ADDICTED to?

Rediff.com20 Sep 2018

'If your film does not do well and if you don't have a godfather and you are not a star kid, then your next film selection may have a restriction.'

Here's what Hardik Pandya must learn from Stokes...

Here's what Hardik Pandya must learn from Stokes...

Rediff.com5 Aug 2018

Hardik Pandya could take a cue from Ben Stokes' bowling during the ongoing series

'Criminal Justice 2 is more feminine'

'Criminal Justice 2 is more feminine'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

'While men are brought up to be more vocal, women are taught to be more silent, resilient and self sacrificing. We have tried to explore this.'

How Patrick D'Souza cracked the CAT 14 times!

How Patrick D'Souza cracked the CAT 14 times!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

And Patrick D'Souza managed to score a perfect 100 in 4 of his attempts!

Why Biju Menon won't be typecast

Why Biju Menon won't be typecast

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

Biju Menon tells Divya Nair/Rediff.com how he transformed himself to play a 73 year old character, one of his most challenging and satisfying roles as an actor.

Do you want to study in New Zealand?

Do you want to study in New Zealand?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2019

From college intake to visa guidelines, here's everything you'll need to know before signing up for a course in New Zealand.

DON'T MISS: Oscar winner's convocation speech at IIM-K

DON'T MISS: Oscar winner's convocation speech at IIM-K

Rediff.com26 Mar 2012

Academy award winning musician Resul Pookutty attempted to drive home the importance of respect, labour, skill, art and inventiveness in achieving success in today's dynamic world.

'Young people won't tolerate abrasive behaviour'

'Young people won't tolerate abrasive behaviour'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

'Younger people have a very strong sense of what is wrong, and what is right, along with the opportunity to call out this kind of behaviour through mechanisms like social media.'

3 reasons why IITians make better entrepreneurs

3 reasons why IITians make better entrepreneurs

Rediff.com23 Jul 2019

Be it for the organisation they work for, or for their own venture, if they believe in an idea, they work relentlessly towards it.

10 steps to make Happiness a habit

10 steps to make Happiness a habit

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

Remember that everything originates from a thought, everything is just a thought, until you act on it, and thoughts can be changed.

Leander records 100 partnerships as Wimbledon beckons

Leander records 100 partnerships as Wimbledon beckons

Rediff.com25 Jun 2015

Leander Paes has experimented with 100 different players.

Study Abroad: How to write your Statement of Purpose

Study Abroad: How to write your Statement of Purpose

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

It takes approximately one to two months to write your SOP with an ideal length of 750 to 1000 words.

10 tough lessons I learned as an entrepreneur

10 tough lessons I learned as an entrepreneur

Rediff.com17 Apr 2019

Never be afraid to take decisions because you fear making mistakes. Mistakes are good, says Anu Prasad.