News for 'Important Career Skills'

5 things you must do to bag an internship

5 things you must do to bag an internship

Rediff.com20 Oct 2014

If you plan in advance, you could be lucky to get a paid internship.

How this tidying consultant earns Rs 3,000 per hour

How this tidying consultant earns Rs 3,000 per hour

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

Gurugram based Gayatri Gandhi is India's first KonMari certified tidying consultant.

The 'naughty boy' who runs a hotel empire

The 'naughty boy' who runs a hotel empire

Rediff.com24 Jul 2018

'A heavy tanker takes time to move, but when it starts rolling, it's difficult to stop it,' Indian Hotels CEO Puneet Chhatwal tells Shyamal Majumdar.

How to use social media to find your next job

How to use social media to find your next job

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

With polished skills, focused approach, and planned social media strategies, you can actually make a smooth landing to your next potential career.

She wants to change the way Indians dress

She wants to change the way Indians dress

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

'Stop wearing clothes which might be trendy, but doesn't go well with your body type.'

10 Tips To Communicate Better With Your Child

10 Tips To Communicate Better With Your Child

Rediff.com10 Jul 2019

Communication with children has two distinct aspects to it: Quantity and quality. Both are important for the development of a balanced personality. Lack of communication and faulty communication can adversely affect the child's psyche.

I always like to bat as high as possible: Pant

I always like to bat as high as possible: Pant

Rediff.com16 Feb 2019

A slight tweak in hand positioning and body posture was all that it took for Rishabh Pant to turn the tables after a tough stint behind the stumps in England.

Infosys VP: Knowledge, not certifications, will get you jobs

Infosys VP: Knowledge, not certifications, will get you jobs

Rediff.com14 Jun 2010

Infosys's Srikantan Moorthy, VP and Head (Education and Research Initiatives), on what makes students more employable.

She is taking the Sari to Gen X

She is taking the Sari to Gen X

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

'The sari is a symbol of Indianism.' 'Once I was wearing a sari and walking in the middle of a market in Amsterdam and there was a musician playing a instrument.' 'When he saw me, he started playing an Indian song.' 'A sari has such strong cultural narrative.'

37% fall in H1-B visas for top 7 Indian cos in 2016

37% fall in H1-B visas for top 7 Indian cos in 2016

Rediff.com6 Jun 2017

The companies experienced a drop of 5,436 approved petitions (37 per cent) in 2016 as compared to previous year, a report by the National Foundation for American Policy, a Washington-based non-profit think-tank, said.

Good news for job seekers in India

Good news for job seekers in India

Rediff.com14 Sep 2014

The country is likely to see high growth in the job market as 70 per cent employers plan to expand their team, a recent survey said.

An interview students MUST read

An interview students MUST read

Rediff.com6 Nov 2017

'Adaptability is what is needed right now and students have to continuously learn the new tools to remain relevant in the career they choose.'

10 vocational courses you should consider

10 vocational courses you should consider

Rediff.com12 Apr 2010

A brief look at some prominent vocations offering great opportunities. Almost all of these programmes are offered by several government and private institutions both at degree and diploma levels.

How Dada and Dhoni changed Indian cricket forever

How Dada and Dhoni changed Indian cricket forever

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

'In the leadership of Ganguly and a foreign coach, a much brighter phase of Indian cricket began.' 'India played the way I had wished throughout my playing career.' 'Dhoni brought calmness into Indian cricket.' 'Under Dhoni India started winning tight games, with the captain himself leading by example.'

'When you reach the top, people will only see your success'

'When you reach the top, people will only see your success'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2016

In his first attempt, Chirag Jha, a BTech student from the IIT-Bombay scored a perfect 100 in the CAT 2015 results declared earlier this year.

Why Sardar Udham Is A MUST WATCH

Why Sardar Udham Is A MUST WATCH

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

Sardar Udham sets a great standard which, Utkarsh Mishra believes, would be emulated by other film-makers who want to make movies of this genre.

10 mistakes you must avoid in your CV

10 mistakes you must avoid in your CV

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

Steer clear of typos, templates and incorrect information.

Will Shah succeed as home minister?

Will Shah succeed as home minister?

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

Amit Shah now enters an unfamiliar and interesting phase of his political career. His success or failure will henceforth be assessed based on his performance as a key minister, points out Shekhar Gupta.

Mumbai Indians have adequate cover for Malinga: Bond

Mumbai Indians have adequate cover for Malinga: Bond

Rediff.com8 Apr 2016

Although handicapped by the absence of their pace injured spearhead Lasith Malinga, who may miss the entire Indian Premier League season 9 commencing, in Mumbai, on Saturday, title holders Mumbai Indians are quite confident that there are others capable of stepping into the Sri Lankan's shoes.

'There is no age limit for taking CFA exam'

'There is no age limit for taking CFA exam'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2017

In an online chat with readers, Vidhu Shekar, CFA, country head-India, CFA Institute shared advice on how to crack the CFA exam.

A job site for CAs by CAs

A job site for CAs by CAs

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

Anurag Singal, founder of cajobportal, a job site that caters exclusively to CAs and commerce graduates tells us how he aims to skill and enable satisfactory employment to aspiring professionals.

PICS: Ronaldo strikes as Juventus extend Serie A lead

PICS: Ronaldo strikes as Juventus extend Serie A lead

Rediff.com20 Oct 2019

Cristiano Ronaldo opened the scoring as Juventus beat visiting Bologna 2-1 on Saturday to move four points clear at the top of the Serie A table. Ronaldo struck from close range after 19 minutes, but Danilo levelled for the visitors soon afterwards.

'I am not too worried about KL Rahul's form'

'I am not too worried about KL Rahul's form'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2019

There has been no change in KL Rahul's wretched form even after his comeback from suspension but India 'A' coach Rahul Dravid is not worried as he has confidence in the talented opener's quality.

Tennis Roundup: Kvitova and Svitolina make early exits in China

Tennis Roundup: Kvitova and Svitolina make early exits in China

Rediff.com29 Sep 2018

Unseeded Australian Daria Gavrilova upset fifth seed Petra Kvitova, of the Czech Republic, 6-2, 6-1 in the first round of the China Open on Saturday as Serbia's Aleksandra Krunic showed stunning powers of recovery to pull off her own shock win over sixth seed Elina Svitolina.

Is Kohli the greatest ODI batsman ever? Tell us!

Is Kohli the greatest ODI batsman ever? Tell us!

Rediff.com20 Jan 2019

Kohli, the world's No 1 Test and ODI batsman, led India through a historic tour of Australia, during which the team won the Test and ODI rubbers and drew the T20 International series.

Study abroad tips: How to crack your visa interview

Study abroad tips: How to crack your visa interview

Rediff.com12 May 2016

Provide necessary documents. Be calm and confident.

'Every game of cricket is challenging, every series is challenging'

'Every game of cricket is challenging, every series is challenging'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

'When cricketers, coaches, captains, managers, franchise owners focus on the prize, they forget the process.' 'You can't win every game. Getting better is all about making mistakes.'

How to make the most of your performance appraisal

How to make the most of your performance appraisal

Rediff.com11 Mar 2015

If you're writing your own review, list your achievements and failures with integrity. Do not furnish incorrect information or take credit for something you haven't done.

Mamata turns street fighter for cop she once refused to trust

Mamata turns street fighter for cop she once refused to trust

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

Rajeev Kumar, the Kolkata police commissioner, is known for his impeccable investigating and electronic surveillance skills.

'It is unlikely my father and I will work together'

'It is unlikely my father and I will work together'

Rediff.com16 May 2018

'We've had quite a few offers to work together.' 'But no, I don't think that's a good idea.' 'The comparisons would be unacceptable to me.'

'We are lucky to have Narendra Modi and Amit Shah'

'We are lucky to have Narendra Modi and Amit Shah'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

'After Vajpayee-Advani, Modi-Shah is the second best in India.'

What Tendulkar said in his first Parliament speech...

What Tendulkar said in his first Parliament speech...

Rediff.com22 Dec 2017

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar wanted to raise the issue of financial security for national level athletes in his maiden Rajya Sabha speech, which could not take place due to protests in the Upper House.

4 life lessons you can learn from your father

4 life lessons you can learn from your father

Rediff.com12 Sep 2016

Learn by doing. Your priorities matter. Lead by example.

'Taimur loves the Ramayan'

'Taimur loves the Ramayan'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

'He is not interested in cricket or football.' 'He is interested in singing, dancing and painting.' 'Right now, he thinks he's Lord Rama.'

The soldier who won India's first Param Vir Chakra

The soldier who won India's first Param Vir Chakra

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

Major Somnath Sharma was awarded the Param Vir Chakra posthumously for his bravery in the Kashmir operations on November 3, 1947.

Dhoni at 36 can beat players of 26: Shastri slams critics

Dhoni at 36 can beat players of 26: Shastri slams critics

Rediff.com25 Dec 2017

Mahendra Singh Dhoni is irreplaceable in the Indian ODI team right now, feels national coach Ravi Shastri

Is job hopping a good idea?

Is job hopping a good idea?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2016

Anushka Saboo explores the possibilities of whether the grass is really greener on the other side.

'Why must a woman be nice always? Why can't she be dark?'

'Why must a woman be nice always? Why can't she be dark?'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

'In the 1990s, wherever I would go for work, I would see Tabu dancing in a studio.'

Discovering the charming Soumitra Chatterjee

Discovering the charming Soumitra Chatterjee

Rediff.com15 Nov 2020

Soumitra Chatterjee -- one of the finest Indian actors of our time -- meant so much to Aseem Chhabra.

Must-read! A handy guide to working with millennials

Must-read! A handy guide to working with millennials

Rediff.com19 Oct 2018

The age of buying into ideologies just because they sound nice is long gone says Piyush Kedia.