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Reason to smile
From farms
Prawn farming skills
Spurt in demand for agri grads
career compass
Course CHAT
Industrial Safety Management
NEWS BOARD
Buffer for job loss
Stress triggers absence from work
Happiness @ work
Oracle’s hiring in India
Management Tip
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Reason to smile
Today we visit the dentist not only when we have a toothache or problems with gums and teeth, but often for a variety of cosmetic reasons. Looking good is so important that many dentists stay busy not only handling the cavities, root canal fillings and teeth correction, but more often in improving a patients' appearance by using a wide variety of cosmetic dental procedures. A dentist's fields of work, therefore, include periodontics (care of gums and the diseases that might afflict them), oral pathology (diagnosis for diseases that affect the mouth) and orthodontics (straightening and aligning teeth and jaws).
With this expanding role of dentistry, there is a great need for a range of health care professionals, in addition to dentists or dental surgeons, to handle the care and treatment of all kinds of problems of the mouth. These include dental technicians, dental assistants, dental mechanics and others, who are highly skilled in the design, construction, repair and adjustment of a variety of dental appliances such as bridges, crowns and orthodontic appliances like dentures. Today a dental technician (or dental mechanic) is an essential member of the dental team, and no dentist can work without them.
Work profile
The work of a dental technician includes
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Restoring natural teeth (crowns, inlays/onlays, veneers); n Replacing teeth (bridges, partial and full dentures, dental implant prosthesis); n Replacing oral soft and hard structures (aesthetic reconstruction); n Moving, retaining and
protecting teeth (orthodontics: mouthguards, splints, trays, or stents); and n Aligning the jaw position (orthognathics: TMJ, sleep apnoea, etc.). Dental technicians work from a two-dimensional design diagram and written instructions received from the dentist to convert into three-dimensional products which meet the accepted biological and mechanical specifications. To undertake these tasks a dental technician has to create a model of a patient's mouth by pouring plaster into an impression (mould) made by a dentist, or build and shape a wax model of the patient's teeth or tooth, to cast a metal framework for the prosthetic device, or form "teeth" from porcelain by applying it in layers to the prepared metal framework, and other such tasks. Dental technicians, therefore, are required to have a high degree of technical ability and appropriate training and skills that involve a diverse range of techniques from plaster casting, electro-spot welding, metal casting, metal polishing, to wax modelling, ceramics, wire bending, electroplating and sandblasting.
Getting in
You can get into a dental technician's course after Plus II with science. Most courses involve two-year training and give you a Dental Technician's diploma. Most of these courses are offered by dental and medical colleges that also offer the Bachelor in Dental Sciences (BDS) degree. However, there are also courses under the crafstman category as well for those who have completed Class X.
Job scope
After completion of the course trainees can work under the supervision of a qualified dental surgeon in public, private and government hospitals to gain experience in the field. Once qualified there are a number of jobs for dental technicians in private and government dental clinics and hospitals, as also in government under the Central Government and state government deppartments. With the demand for such skilled professionals growing across the world, one should be able to qualify for jobs abroad as well. As dental health expands with new and sophisticated devices and treatments, there is great scope for those who enjoy working in this field and are open to constantly updating themselves on the latest techniques and learning on the job. If you also like working with tools and equipment, and can apply a high level of attention to detail and precision to your work and possess good eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity, this is a good field for you. — The writer is a
career expert
Courses
Some courses in dental technology include
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Diploma in dental mechanics n Certificate in dental technology n Certificate in dental mechanics n Certificate in dental assistance n Certificate in orthodontics Most courses are offered by dental and medical colleges in each state, including n Christian Dental College, Ludhiana n Government Dental College Amritsar n Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot n Indian Institute of Paramedical Sciences, Lucknow Some ITI's also offer the programmes for students of Class X and matriculates. A Day in a Dental Technician's Life
On a typical day a dental technician will make crowns, bridges, dentures, and other dental prosthetics based on dentists' prescriptions. These are some of the steps she will take to make a dental prosthetic device: n Create a model of a patient's mouth by pouring plaster into an impression (mold) made by a dentist; n Examine the model taking note of the patient's bite, surrounding teeth and gum line; n Build and shape a wax model of the patient's teeth or tooth, which the dental technician will use to cast a metal framework for the prosthetic device; n After casting the metal framework, the dental technician will prepare its surface to adhere to the porcelain "teeth"; n Form "teeth" from porcelain by applying it in layers to the prepared metal framework; n Vontinue to adjust the color and shape of the tooth or teeth, which includes placing it in a porcelain furnace which will allow the porcelain to bake onto the metal framework;
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JAG track
— Gaurav Jaipal A. If you have been watching the popular TV serial JAG, you must be familiar with a division in the Army known as the Judge Advocate General (JAG) Department which directly enrols Law graduates to provide legal assistance to the Army in order to deal with civil cases and to prescribe disciplinary action against serving personnel. These legal officers advise on evidence for court martial, drafting charges and conducting prosecutions. They also provide general legal advice to the staff. Both male as well as women law graduates (with a three-year or five-year degree after 10+2) with 55% aggregate marks can apply for JAG (although a separate notification is issued for both). Age: 21-27 years. The minimum height requirement is 157.5 cm. The Army Headquarters (Sena
Bhavan) has substantially increased the number of women officers in the JAG branch. Entry to the JAG is not through the Combined Defence Services Exam. Instead, an exacting screening is conducted by the Service Selection Board (SSB) spread over five days including Group Tests, Psychological Tests, Interview and medical test. Make sure you are medically fit, as you wouldn’t want to get so far and then be rejected on Medical grounds. Selected candidates undergo 11 months training at OTA, Chennai, and are commissioned for a period of 10 years under the Short Service Commission (SSC) as Lieutenants. They may also be considered for Permanent Commission (PC). Those not selected for PC have the option to continue as SSCOs for a total period of 14 years. The training period varies. While that for women is currently 49 weeks, women aspirants should refer to the notification in Employment News under the Women Special Entry Scheme for eligibility criteria and other details. For further information, contact the Director Recruiting — (Officer Selection), Army HQ: West Block-III, R.K. Puram, New Delhi 110066 (www.joinindianarmy.nic.in) or look out for the specific advertisements in the Employment News and leading national dailies.
GRE preparation — Vinit Duggal A. The GRE (Graduate Record Examination) assesses your academic knowledge and skills for admission to postgraduate or doctoral level programmes of study in the US and Canada. It is also a major factor influencing financial-aid awards. GRE General Test is a fully computerised multiple-choice test of verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, critical thinking, and analytical writing skills acquired over a period of time – that are not related to any specific field of study. In all, three tests are conducted under the GRE program: General Test, Subject Test (in specific disciplines), and Written Assessment Test. In addition, one unidentified unscored section may be included, which can appear anywhere in the test after the analytical writing section. These questions will not count towards your score. The total duration is three hours, not counting the unscored research section at the end. Analytical scores are reported on a scale of 0-6 while the 200-800 scale is used for the other two sections. The total score is 1600. Depending on the admission requirements, you can choose to take any of these tests. You get your scores immediately at the end of the test. Your scores will be reported free of cost to four universities of your choice. Beyond that, you will be charged for each extra university requested. The scores are valid for a period of five years. The real trick to succeed in this exam lies in adapting to the format. As it is the first-ever exam that a majority of Indian students would be taking on computer, it may be slightly intimidating. Although you can ask for as much paper for rough work as you want. The GRE CAT can be taken on any weekday. You can register for it online on the GRE website. For further information and test schedules visit: the official GRE website: www.gre.org. You can register online and pay the fee by credit card. For details, call the Indian registration centre: 011-26511649 You can also take a simulated GRE CAT on: www.review.com to get a feedback on your answers and analysis of your performance. To prepare for the GRE, you could refer to the
following books: The Baron’s GRE General Test Book or The Princeton Review's: Cracking the GRE
Bright prospects
— Manvinder Brar A. Agri-management is all about the systematic utilisation of the available agricultural and related resources like water, labour etc to maximise production. The curriculum of most of these programmes covers the functional areas of management with a focus on applications in the agricultural, food, rural and allied sectors. At IIM-A for instance, the ABM programme covers courses in commodity futures and derivatives, implications of WTO, logistics, export and food quality management. These programmes prepare you for a managerial and entrepreneurial career in enterprises serving or dependent on agriculture and allied sectors related to agriculture, food, agri-business, rural and allied sectors. These enterprises may be engaged in activities in various segments of the agricultural value chain such as: Production and marketing of Inputs (seeds, fertilisers, pesticides, farm machinery and equipment, livestock feed, irrigation, and credit); Production, procurement, processing and marketing of output: e.g. agriculture (crops, livestock, fisheries, forestry, agro-forestry, horticulture, dairying) marketing, agro/food processing; Providing services: such as export and import, rural banking, financing agri-products, insurance, logistics, water management, R & D, and rural energy. Increasingly companies, including MNCs, are realising that the future lies in agri-marketing. To make Indian agriculture globally competitive, it’s important to shift the focus from deficit to surplus management.
Aviation managers
— Prashant Pant A. Among others, an MBA in Aviation Management will equip you with an understanding of the air transport industry, the challenges and issues it faces, while simultaneously providing the aviation industry with what it needs the most — qualified aviation professionals acquainted with the complex intricacies of the aviation industry from hiring employees to meeting government security regulations to making sure that airlines run safely and smoothly and passenger luggage gets to the right place. Aviation managers know what it takes to buy, sell, and lease planes besides handling legal responsibilities in the event of an accident. NALSAR University of Law’s Centre for Aviation Law, Hyderabad (www.nalsar.ac.in) offers a PG Diploma in Aviation Law & Air Transport Mgt (1-year online / onsite). The course will help you understand operations and management techniques of the Air Transport Industry, Aviation Maintenance, International Air Law and its implications, Aviation Safety, Air Transport Economics, Civil Aviation Law, rules, regulations and related legal instruments. Selection: GD & Interview The writer is a noted career expert and director, Career Guidance India (CARING). Please send in your queries with your full name, complete address and academic qualifications to:
The Editor, Jobs and Careers, The Tribune, Sector 29, Chandigarh-160030, or at careers
@tribunemail.com
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From farms
India produces 15 per cent of the total milk production in world but ironically, the productivity of dairy animals here among the lowest in the world. At present about 50-60 per cent milk is handled by the cooperative sector and about 70 per cent of farmers involved in this business are landless or hold less than one hectare of land. Almost 1, 10,000 cooperative societies are operational in our country and milk production is one of the major means of livelihood for rural folk. The price of milk depends on the fat percentage and farmers can earn better if this fat percentage and SNF is enhanced. In order to achieve this objective the state government has taken steps to provide the requisite training to the dairy farmers in Haryana. At present 6,000 cooperative milk societies are operational in Haryana out of which 1,300 are being run by women and these women societies are performing better than the other ones. Breed, nutrition, age, state of lactation, gestation effects and management are the main factors affecting SNF and fat percentage. On an average buffalo and cow milk constitute 6-7 per cent and 3-4 per cent fat, respectively and buffalo milk fetches better price than cow's milk. On an average cow milk contains 9.11 SNF with 4.3% fat, whereas buffalo milk constitutes of 6.75% fat and 10.11 SNF. Thus the average rate of buffalo milk is Rs 28.35 and cow milk is Rs 22.95. If the milk contains 10% fat with 8.8 SNF the farmer can get Rs 42 per litre at village level cooperative milk society. To keep the optimum level of fat and SNF farmers need to be trained properly. Such training will make them earn more and become self sufficient. Semi-educated youth of Haryana can receive training at the newly founded Lala Lajpat Rai University of Veterinary and Animal Science (LLRUVAS) at Hisar and increase their income. This training and education facility will be available only where DI labs are already working. These trainings are important to reduce the gap between the researchers and the farming community and to make dairy farming a more lucrative vocation. Such a step will create awareness amongst the semi-educated youths, women and farmers about self-employment avenues and show them new ventures and opportunities of entrepreneurship.
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Prawn farming skills
A two-day training programme on "Skill development in freshwater prawn farming" was organised by the Department of Aquaculture, College of Fisheries, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), Ludhiana recently. As many as 22 farmers from Punjab, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh attended the training programme.
Highlighting the benefits of the training programme Dr Asha Dhawan, Dean, College of Fisheries, said, "Over the years, aquaculture in India has evolved from a backyard activity to a technology-driven commercial and profitable venture. Freshwater prawn farming is fast gaining popularity in India due to good domestic and international demand both as food and as ornamental purpose". However, this had not gained popularity In Punjab due to the non-availability of seed and feed, short rearing period (April to October) and proper marketing. She informed the participants that GADVSU was working to address these bottlenecks, so as to popularise prawn farming in the state. — TNS
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Spurt in demand for agri grads
India will require more than double agriculture graduates from the present 29,000 per annum in the next 10 years, a top official of Indian Council for Agricultural Research (ICAR) said recently. Taking into consideration the manpower requirements in different sub-sects of agriculture, ICAR in an assessment and draft policy paper suggested that there was need to double agricultural graduates in another decade, S Aiyappan, Director General, ICAR, said. Aiyyappan, who is also secretary,Department of Agriculture Research and Education, Government of India, said there was a need to have agricultural colleges in every district.
Later clarifying to a question by reporters that agricultural graduates were disappointed in not getting jobs, he said these graduates were really under employed. Unlike Information Technology or Communication Technology sector, these graduates were not getting high salaries, he claimed. He said there were immense opportunities for these graduates, who could be placed in testing, certification, food safety and other allied departments. He said there was also the need to enhance productivity and production, since there would be major challenges due to global climate changes. For that purpose, there was need for private public partnership in research for effective technology management. —
PTI
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Fortnightly Quiz-399
— Tarun Sharma
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Sound structures
Naveen Gupta
Architectural engineers are responsible for coordinating these systems and making sure that these are designed and built properly, safely, and economically. Architectural engineers apply engineering principles to the construction, planning, and design of buildings and other structures. They often work with other engineers and with architects, who focus on function layout or aesthetics of building projects. Architectural engineering often encompasses elements of other engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, fire protection etc. The architectural engineers are responsible for the different systems within a building, structure, or complex. Areas of focus
n The structural integrity of buildings, n The design and analysis of heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems, n Efficiency and design of plumbing, fire protection and electrical systems, n Acoustic and lighting planning, and n Energy conservation issues. Architectural Engineering graduates will enter a field that has a great deal in common with both civil and mechanical engineering but architectural engineers have chosen to concentrate on building projects. They will work on building system design, structural and computer-aided design, and address challenges such as earthquake and hurricane preparedness.
Architecture vs architectural engineering
Usually, architects design the look or aesthetics of a building and design a building that meets the needs of a client. Architectural engineers are responsible for taking the design and developing the details of the building systems, including structural, heating/air conditioning, plumbing, fire protection, and electrical. They use their expertise in engineering, mathematics, and physics to make sure the structure is sound and functional.
Job profile
Architectural engineers often work in teams. Some architectural engineers focus on specific issues, such as a structure's ability to withstand the stress of hurricanes, heavy snow, or earthquakes. Others might focus on air quality, energy efficiency, or the impact that the new construction will have on the environment. They may participate in legal or financial consulting regarding construction planning, processes, equipment, or issues. Most architectural engineers work in the construction industry or related areas. Others may choose to work in non-profit organisations or firms.
Eligibility
B.Tech. Architecture You must have qualified Plus II examination from a recognised board or equivalent educational institution. You must have secured at least 50% in aggregate in science subjects where you must have Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. Entrance exams You need to qualify All India Engineering Entrance Exam (AIEEE) entrance exam which is conducted by Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). Entrance exam paper comprises Mathematics,
an Aptitude Test and A drawing Test. An online test NATA (the National Aptitude Test in Architecture) is conducted by the National Institute of Advanced Studies and Architecture. This test is a drawing test. Duration Duration of B.Tech. Architecture course is 4 Years. Duration of B.E. Architecture course is 5 Years — The writer is CEO,IEC Group of Institutions,
Greater Noida
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BCA in Cyber Security
Appin Knowledge Solutions in collaboration with Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth, Pune has launched a three-year online BCA Programme in Cyber Security — The Appin Pathfinder. This UGC recognised degree is the world's first BCA programme in Students also receive an undergraduate Diploma in Ethical Hacking and Information Security from Appin from International Association for Distance Learning (IADL), UK. The research-backed comprehensive curriculum provides insights into networking, security, ethical hacking and programming aspects of computers. Appin Pathfinder is a unique initiative to bridge the gap between industry and academia by integration of learning and technology. This programme is aimed to equip its students with both theoretical and practical knowledge thus making the student job-ready for managerial and administrative roles. Eligibility: Higher secondary degree or ITI certificate or diploma course after Class X or any other equivalent course. Module: Course module across semesters would include topics like Information Security, Data Communication and Networking, Information Security Management Systems, Hacking Attacks, Data Security, Web Security, Network Security, and Cyber Forensics among others. The course offers numerous salient benefits including the highly effective student exchange programme which offers exposure to international markets. The course also enables students to enroll for paid and unpaid internships (Information Security Consultants and/or Business Development Executives) with the Appin security group. They can imbibe marketing skills and practical technical knowledge essential for coping in this competitive world. Appin Pathfinder offers 100% placement assistance through its dedicated placement cell and dedicated student service portals. — TNS
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A safe bet
Courses
One can find ample number of courses which undoubtedly depends on your choice interest and potential. The courses like - n Diploma in industrial safety management; n Post Graduation in industrial safety management; n Certificate in security management; n Trade diploma in health safety and environment The duration of these courses is between three months to two years. According to the Director of Delhi College of Fire and Safety Engineering Z. S Lakra, "Apart from imparting basics of legal policies in the courses like - introduction to security, physical security, security automation, private security - we also provide training in intelligence security, aviation security, VIP protection and retail security, fire and industrial safety.
Eligibility
For enrolling for a certificate course a student need to have cleared Class X. For a diploma course a candidate should have cleared Plus II examination whereas for PG diploma one should have a graduate degree. Along with a good score in science subjects, one is expected to have good command over English and Hindi.
Candidates with NCC B& C Certificate august to ascertain the amount ore given preference at the time of admissions. Delhi government has also startedcourses for students who have cleared Class XII science subjects.
Jobs
After the completion of courses one can g as there are a number of pf ts in the Fire Department and Drought Administration etc. Students can also go abroad and get jobs in the emergency services, local authority, NGOs, World Bank, Amnesty International, Asian Development Bank, Red Cross Society, UNESCO etc. One can also find opportunities in the fields of risk management, construction technology, documentation, insurance, state disaster management programmes. Qualified persons can also start their own consultancy. There are a lot of opportunities in every field factories/industries, power plants, refineries, city gas distribution companies, oil/gas storage depots, construction companies, railways/metros, mines, hotels and hospitals etc.
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Tie up
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Tough task
Managing in an organisation after people have been retrenched is extremely challenging — particularly when staff fear that more retrenchments will follow. Retrenching people must be the last resort, though managers need to be pragmatic: if there is no business then there are no jobs. Following are some suggestions for managing people in tough times. Decision making When faced with a bleak economic outlook that may require retrenchment, redundancies or redeployment, managers need to take stock and revisit their organisation's vision, mission, goals and strategy. Be sure to make decisions that support the achievement of the long-term goals. While quick wins may be attractive, it is better to experience diminished short-term returns while working on long-term gains. Tough times call for openness and honesty. When people know why a decision has been made and that a range of options have been considered, they are more likely to be accepting of the decision. Importantly, as Macqueen (2001) observes, good leaders and managers will have the courage of conviction to make the right decisions and stand by them - even if they aren't popular with everyone. Involve people Involving people in addressing the difficulties of the future has multiple benefits. Sometimes involving all and sundry will not be appropriate or effective, but the more involvement people have, the greater their ownership and acceptance of the chosen strategy or changes. For example, when faced with making decisions about structure or expense cuts try putting the problem to your team. Employees can bring new ideas and approaches to the decision-making process, and may come up with the best solution. Consider
motivation When cutbacks are made, those left behind often experience a drop in morale and motivation. I've been in organisations where people who have retained their job would have rather left because the new organisational climate is so demotivating. When addressing motivation issues it is useful to return to Maslow's famous hierarchy of needs. While needs vary from person to person and culture to culture, it should be universally understood that it is not appropriate to provide greater challenges or work on esteem or belonging needs when staff is worried about basic security needs-i.e., keeping their jobs. Open and honest communication about the organisation's future is essential. Support people During the tough times people react differently and require different levels of support. By support I primarily mean managers showing an interest in their staff - helping them cope with changes and monitoring their reactions. If this doesn't come naturally to you now is a good time to learn. A little consideration for your staff's concerns and feelings can go a long way. Equally, managers can benefit from having someone to talk to - a mentor, coach or other professional to discuss the emotional and intellectual challenges of tough times. To be effective, managers need to focus on individuals - their staff as well as themselves. A colleague recently reminded me that leaders and managers are often the subject of conversation around the dinner tables of employees. I'm sure you'd rather be regarded as a supportive manager than one who is complained about. Re-skill to retain Organisations can have the best processes and systems but without skilled employees they will not perform. Retrain staff as needed. The cost of employing someone in a new role far outweighs the cost of re-skilling a current employee. This also sends a positive message to the employees and team members about the commitment of the organisation to its people. Stay professional It is difficult for a manager who faces the prospect of losing his own job to remain focused on the future of his team. Such situations will be a test of an individual's character and professionalism. The solution here is to focus on the positives in the current situation, look for opportunities to reach organisational and personal goals and work on your own resilience to cope with change. — The writer is Unit Chair and facilitator of Chifley Business School, Australia
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Buffer for job loss
Several insurance companies have introduced this cover with variations. They are offering the loss of job cover as part of some of their policies which are packaged products providing cover for major medical illness and procedures, death and permanent total disability due to accident and loss of job. Under such cover, insurers would pay three monthly installments on any individual loan in case of a job loss. Bajaj Allianz, General Insurance and HDFC Ergo offer similar job-loss insurance covers. At present this cover is being offered to a select customer segment, which is primarily the home-loan takers, and is distributed through select tie-up banks. As it is a customised cover, presently this covers salaried persons who have been laid off due to mergers and acquisitions. With an increase in demand insurance companies are expanding the scope of the product — in terms of coverage and introducing new customer segments. The insurers are planning customised and stand alone job-loss covers as there has been a spurt in the number of inquiries about such products over the past few months. Many insurance companies have also filed with IRDA a product offering job-loss cover. At present, job loss covers in the market are mostly sold as add-on covers with critical illness policies, bundled with home loans or individual loans. With the new proposed offerings from insurers, involuntary job losses due to the economic slowdown would be covered under a comprehensive policy, in which payouts would be linked to gross monthly salaries. Even if a company declares insolvency, its employees can individually seek help under a redundancy cover at least for a few months. In such a scenario, an insurer can pay out up to 45-60% of the gross monthly salary, or up to 75% of the net monthly salary, for a period of six months. According to one of the officials of ICICI Lombard, "The ticket size has increased over the past few months. The number of queries has also gone up.We are now selling such products, bundled with others. But we are closely watching the market. If the situation demands, we may offer a standalone job-loss cover as well".
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Stress triggers absence from work
How cool is your profession? A new study has found that stress at workplace has become the number one cause of long-term absence from work. The study, carried out in almost 600 organisations in the UK, also found a link between job security and mental health issues, with employers planning redundancies "significantly" more likely to report problems among their staff.
Stress has even eclipsed stroke, heart attack,
cancer and back problems, the research by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and health firm Simplyhealth found and dubbed the condition the 21st century equivalent of the "Black Death". Stress-related absence has increased more in the public sector, and restructuring and organisational changes were the main causes, the report said, highlighting the impact of cuts in jobs, pay and pensions, the Daily Telegraph reported. Dr Jill Miller, a CIPD adviser, said: "The
survey this year shows that stress is for the first time the number one cause of long-term sickness
absence, highlighting the heightened pressure many people feel under in the workplace as a result of the prolonged economic downturn. "Stress is a particular challenge in the public sector, where the sheer amount of major change and restructuring would appear to be the root cause. "To a large degree, managing stress is about effective leadership and people management, particularly during periods of major change and uncertainty. "Line managers need to focus on regaining the trust of their employees and openly communicating throughout the change process to avoid unnecessary stress and potential absences. "They also need to be able to spot the early
signs of people being under excessive pressure or having difficulty coping at work and to provide
appropriate support." Gill Phipps, of Simplyhealth, said: "Stress can often have a negative effect on the workplace, which can result in loss of productivity and
disengaged employees. "It's, therefore, encouraging that almost half of employers have a well-being strategy in place, with 73 per cent offering counselling services
and a further 69 per cent providing an employee assistance programme. "These benefits allow employees access to information and advice on workplace issues as well as emotional, psychological and personal issues, and can be a huge help during difficult times. "Employers need to ensure that benefits such as these are communicated effectively to staff in order for employees to get the most from them." Absence levels were lowest in manufacturing firms at fewer than six days per worker per year, the research found.
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Happiness @ work
Keeping security in mind, Maya, the architect of the demons, built three revolving cities of gold, silver and iron in space, air and earth respectively called Tripura for the demons. These cities could be destroyed by a single arrow only at the exact moment these fell in line — which was once in many centuries. Shiva let the fatal arrow go when the atrocities of the demon rulers went beyond tipping point. Whatever is not indoors is outdoors, thought Hiranyakashyap while asking for a boon from Brahma. “I should neither die indoors nor outdoors,” demanded the demon king as one of his five conditions for his death. Thinking himself immortal, he challenged Vishnu who appeared from a pillar as Narasimha. The lion-man placed Hiranyakashyap on the threshold of a door — neither inside nor outside — and killed him. The combined forces of the gods and the demons gathered at the Ocean of Milk to churn it to get nectar. They got the Mandara mountain as the churn-dasher and serpent king Vasuki as the rope. But all hopes were suddenly dashed as the mountain in the centre began to sink as the sea floor gave way. To everyone’s relief, Lord Vishnu took the form of a giant tortoise and supported the mountain on his back for the churning to continue. Brahma brought Swayambhuva Manu and his consort Shatarupa into existence. He said, “Rule over the Earth.” But when Manu looked around, he saw that the Earth had sunk to the ocean floor due to the bad deeds of Hiranyaksh. Understanding Manu’s predicament, Vishnu incarnated as a boar, lifted the Earth from the ocean floor and killed Hiranyaksh. Sugriva was on the run as his elder brother and Vaanara king Vaali was after his life. Finally, he took refuge at the Rishyamukha hill. After killing demon Dundhubi, Vaali had flung him so hard that he landed on Rishyamukha hill where sage Matanga had been performing a sacrifice. A few drops of blood had polluted the venue and the sage had cursed Vaali that he would die if he stepped on the hill. “Though there are many kingdoms where we can spend our 13th year incognito, but I feel Matsya is the best among them,” said Arjuna. Yudhisthira seconded it by saying, “The king there is mature and strong. Hence, he will not be won over or frightened by Duryodhana.” While eating out, isn’t the venue as important as the menu? — Sai R. Vaidyanathan The writer can be contacted at
svaidyanathan@tribunemail.com
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Oracle has announced an aggressive recruitment drive in India to hire 3,500 employees across all its businesses that support domestic and global customers. As part of the ongoing recruitment drive within Asia Pacific, the heightened need in India is a result of the company’s growth across all business units (software, hardware, middleware, applications) for Oracle India and Oracle Global Business Units and includes positions at all levels from graduates to senior sales staff and technical/ pre-sales consultants.
"With our current workforce and the new hire plan of adding 3,500 more people, we want to ensure we have the right talent, skills and attitude to fuel the growth of our company and serve our customers as they embark on their transformation journeys." said Sandeep Mathur, Managing Director, Oracle India. Oracle works with more than 380,000 customers globally. The new recruitment campaign will be supported through innovative social media initiatives, usingTwitter, Facebook, Linkedin, YouTube and the Oracle HR blog. “There has never been a more exciting time to work for Oracle. Oracle has emerged as the technology partner of choice for many customers. This is primarily because Oracle is the only company which provides for best-of-breed solutions and a complete stack which is vertically integrated with complete choice for the customer in terms of deployment either on-site or on the cloud or a hybrid of both," said Mathur . — TNS
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Management Tip
Companies with abundant mentoring opportunities are more likely to retain their people. To achieve this they offer a range of mentors for people at different career stages. Here are three types of mentoring you should consider:
n Buddy or peer mentors. In the early stages of a person's career, a "buddy" can help speed up the learning curve. This relationship helps the protege understand how things work at the organization. n Career mentors. After the initial period at a workplace, employees need to have a senior manager serve as a career advisor and advocate. n Life mentors. A life mentor serves as a periodic sounding board when one is faced with a career challenge. Organizations can't necessarily offer a life mentor but they can encourage seeing one." — Adapted from Keeping Great People with Three Kinds of Mentors by Anthony Tjan
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Today we visit the dentist not only when we have a toothache or problems with gums and teeth, but often for a variety of cosmetic reasons. Looking good is so important that many dentists stay busy not only handling the cavities, root canal fillings and teeth correction, but more often in improving a patients' appearance by using a wide variety of cosmetic dental procedures. A dentist's fields of work, therefore, include periodontics (care of gums and the diseases that might afflict them), oral pathology (diagnosis for diseases that affect the mouth) and orthodontics (straightening and aligning teeth and jaws).
India produces 15 per cent of the total milk production in world but ironically, the productivity of dairy animals here among the lowest in the world. At present about 50-60 per cent milk is handled by the cooperative sector and about 70 per cent of farmers involved in this business are landless or hold less than one hectare of land. Almost 1, 10,000 cooperative societies are operational in our country and milk production is one of the major means of livelihood for rural folk.
Architectural engineering is the branch of engineering concerned with the application of engineering principles to the design and construction of buildings and other structures. In architectural engineering, the focus is on the systems used to construct new buildings or restore the older ones. These systems include the building structure itself, the lighting, sound, and electrical systems, along with the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Other engineering systems include the plumbing structure, fire safety and energy conservation systems.
Safety issues have become key issues in the wake of rapid industrialisation and urbanisation in our country. As a result this field holds abundant employment opportunities. According to Industrial Policy Act, 1948, it is mandatory to follow safety measures in any industry. Any industry having more than 1,000 employees is required to have a safety manager whose duty is to ensure that all safety measures are properly provided for in that organisation. Industries dealing in chemical fertilisers, drugs, machinery etc have jobs for safety officers and managers and those with courses in fire management and machine dealing have good job scope in these industries.
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Q. I’m doing my final year of LLB. Could you please tell me the procedure for joining the Army judicial services? I would like to know if one can enter through the Combined Defence Services Exam?
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1. Name the 100-year-old athlete who recently completed a 42-km marathon in Toronto to enter the Guinness Book of World Records.
Winners of quiz 398: The first prize by draw of lots goes to Sahibjot Kaur, class VII-B, MGN Public School, The Mall, Kapurthala, Punjab, Pin Code – 144601 
Architectural engineering is the branch of engineering concerned with the application of engineering principles to the design and construction of buildings and other structures. In architectural engineering, the focus is on the systems used to construct new buildings or restore the older ones. These systems include the building structure itself, the lighting, sound, and electrical systems, along with the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Other engineering systems include the plumbing structure, fire safety and energy conservation systems.
Safety issues have become key issues in the wake of rapid industrialisation and urbanisation in our country. As a result this field holds abundant employment opportunities. According to Industrial Policy Act, 1948, it is mandatory to follow safety measures in any industry. Any industry having more than 1,000 employees is required to have a safety manager whose duty is to ensure that all safety measures are properly provided for in that organisation. Industries dealing in chemical fertilisers, drugs, machinery etc have jobs for safety officers and managers and those with courses in fire management and machine dealing have good job scope in these industries.
A certificate/ diploma from Alps Academy of Beauty and Hair has entered into a tie up with Habia, U.K. to add international punch to its diploma course in beauty care. "With this tie up students wanting to settle abroad will be able able to get better opportunities as Habia works with VTCT whose approved centers are recognised in over 100 countries all across the globe like UK, USA, France, Italy, Spain, Greece, Japan, China, Ireland, etc. Our specially designed makeup courses will help girls and boys skills to become self employed, independent and create business opportunities for themselves in the beauty industry", said Ms Bharti Taneja, Principal of the academy. The institute has introduced international make up courses for the budding makeup artists and beginners.
While the country may have withstood the global recession earlier, the jittery economic scenario of the past few months has shaken the business confidence once again and many organisations are gearing up for a situation when they might have to take some tough decisions about the future.
With lay offs and pink slips hanging like the proverbial Damocles' sword over the heads of thousands of employees in different sectors many employees have started opting for a "job loss" insurance to shield themselves from the monetary pressures ensuing from the loss of job. Over the past one year there has been an increase in the number of people who have opted for such insurance cover. There has been a 25-30 per cent increase in the policy counts.
Besides colleagues, bosses and workflow, the place where you spend one-third of your day — the workplace — plays a vital role in your happiness. Plan the office in such a way that each worker feels happy coming there.