Title: Farter, Smarter, Higher
Author: Utkarsh Rai
Genre: Non-fiction, Management
Publisher: Rupa Publications India
Pages: 199
ISBN: 978812913750
Source: Flipkart Review Program
Rating: 4/5
I hardly prefer self help kind of books unless it relates to writing. Not because I have some Google sort of personality who-knows-it-all but I know that I don’t belong to corporate world, then why should I spend my time to those books which are designed to provide management lessons only.
And the twist happened, I read it, enjoyed it and this book proved me wrong at every aspect and I’m glad it did. Although it is fact this book belongs to office-goers, especially those who feel naïve at their working environment. They need sophisticated advices, not some preachy lessons. And after reading it I can simply refer this book to all the lovely people. You would never regret after adding it to your bookshelf.
In this book Faster Smarter Higher, Utkarsh Rai maintains the serenity while explaining tools needed to engage in the process of management craft. As we know we have been living in the world, where we need to execute smart working, gone the days when we prefer hard work over anything but it is time to implement smart strategies in this cut-throat kind of competitive world.
Unlike other books that provoke to convert oneself go-getter anyhow, often miss the moral ideas, while Faster Smarter Higher by Utkarsh Rai guides you a comprehension overview about all the steps which should be followed by us. It provides management instructions including personality development, Project improvement, and also throws some light on managing team projects. Step by Step you learn how to deal with your manager and colleagues.
Author used simple vocabulary which makes it a pacy-read, it is more like tunnel you just enter and make an exit with loads of beneficial perspectives. Must Read it, if you think you need some inspiration.
Points Taken From the Book
Write your goal based on what you want. Don’t restrict yourself due to organizational constraint never compromise in setting your goal.
Make your plan measurable and actionable. You may lose your way halfway if you don’t have a clear path. Don’t lose confidence and become disheartened at the sight of few initial hurdles be passionate about your goals
If you are not in the profession of your choice it is high time that you move on to pursue what you really want to do.
Your stubbornness to be inflexible comes in the way and you can lose tremendous growth opportunity. This lack of flexibility narrows your chance of growth to a huge extent. So the trick is to be flexible. Put your obstinacy to one side and volunteer.
Quitting a job is very easy but finding a fulfilling job is very challenging. So it is best to make a sincere effort to convert your current job into a fulfilling one before trying elsewhere.
Being consistent, courteous and respectful in your dealings and a good listener are the traits you need to develop for a sound team.
About The Author:
Utkarsh Rai is Vice President Software, Infinera and Managing Director, Infinera India. He is also an angel investor for start-ups. Utkarsh is a recipient of the Udyog Rattan Award and has several books under his belt. He is passionate about many things in his life like globetrotting, learning about different histories and cultures and fitness.
