TOWARDS A BETTER PAKISTAN

TOWARDS BETTER PAKISTAN
Author
MAJOR(R)KHALID NASR

The common man in Pakistan is not bothered about Musharraf or restoration of Judges. He is interested in a peaceful & respectable living. We have seen civilian dictators like Mr Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif. The people of Pakistan welcomed Musharraf on his take over. Currently, the lawyers & media are behaving like a mafia. They want to force their decisions on the parliament & PPPgovernment. There are certain issues that can be better handled through Courts and Ballot boxes. Imposition of minority's decision on the majority of Pakistan's population is not justified. The fundamentalists & extremists in Pakistan may also take a lead from this. This has become a second nature in Pakistan that, whenever, some thing goes wrong, we put blame on RAW not realizing that it may be an internal “SAW” that is cutting the throats of innocent people in Pakistan. India is a stake-holder of what happens in Pakistan. Now the perception of a common man in India has improved. The fact is that there is a leadership crisis on the political chess board of Pakistan. There are some commonalities in the vision of the Army Chief, General Ashfaq Kiyani, President Musharraf and Zardari. It is hoped that they would be able to handle this situation of violence & extremism in Pakistan. Pakistan's foreign policy would have to be redesigned and more focus should be towards China & Iran. Pakistan's relations with India would also improve in the coming years. As far as the state of violence & extremism is concerned, the majority of people in Pakistan believe in “enlightened moderation.” There are few Pakistani Muslims who are unable to find a difference between Jihad & terrorism. This situation will also improve through better control on Madrassas. US funding to Pakistan for anti-terrorism operation will not be stopped but definitely it would be curtailed to a limited amount. The immediate tasks’ priorities should be better infra structure, good governance, quality leadership, economic and education growth, terrorism and extremism, Kashmir issue and Foreign policy. A common man in Pakistan is very optimistic about the future of Pakistan.It would be better if we go through the following ground realities:1) Pakistan Muslim league had her roots in combined India; therefore, some good leadership had been witnessed in the early years of Pakistan.2) During Ghulam Mohammad's regime, political leaders created an opportunity for General Ayub Khan to take over.3) Bhutto created the environments under which Ayub Khan was forced to hand over to Yahya Khan.4) Bhutto created a political scenario that led to the debacle of 1971 and he took over as first Civilian Martial Law Administrator.5) Bhutto used his political and military force against the common men of Pakistan as a dictator. The opposition leaders invited Army through their letters to Generals. 6) General Zia accepted this invitation that led to Bhutto's judicial murder.7) 1988 to 1999 was the period of the so called democracy in which the nation witnessed the 'power---hide and seek' between Benazir and Nawaz. Nawaz took aggressive actions against President, Chief Justice and Army Chiefs as a Dictator. This scenario led to take over by Army. Now when Army has decided to refrain from enterference in government affairs , the entire nation is in the state of bewilderment whether any of the political leader in the arena is capable and trust worthy enough to lead them out of the present crises on the geo-political front. The credibility of both Nawaz & Zardari is shining on the future of Pakistan. God bless Pakistan and give some 'hidayat” to our political leaders to change their mindset and bring the country out of the state of now or never. Musharraf has decided to step down in due course of time but still every political leader is on the musical chair to get the credit for it. Problem with Pakistan is that every ruler thinks that he/she knows all and understand the people the best. People of Pakistan are never given an opportunity to decide their own fate. Ruler or combination of rulers are always thrusted on them. Therefore, they never feel a stake in the government and are not united as a nation even after 60 years. They will continue to despair unless provided a chance to form their own government on a regular basis through a free and fair election under the Constitution. Nothing else is going to work. We shall continue seeing today's villians coming back as heroes be they from military or civilian set-up. This nation has a lot of talent---it just needs a leader with vision to lead in a charismatic way.May God bless Pakistan. _________________WISHING YOU HEALTH & HAPPINESS . MAJOR(R)KHALID NASR

A LAYMAN'S VISION ON PAKISTAN

A LAYMAN'S VISION ON PAKISTAN
Author
MAJOR(R)KHALID NASR

In a democratic society, political parties are expected to play a significant role in articulating citizen's aspirations, but unfortunately, our political leaders have no personal vision or agenda to improve the condition of a common man and to face the challenges in the geo-political environment. An individual’s death takes place when his soul leaves his body; which is unavoidable whereas; a nation dies when there is a leadership crises and no effective leader is on board to take over. The history of Pakistan is full of incidents when our political leadership invited army to intervene in state affairs. Starting from Ghulam Mohammad to Musharraf, the opposition and common men of Pakistan always welcomed take over by the army. There is a general misconception in an Army general's mind that the civilian leadership is corrupt and incompetent. To some extent this conception is right also. We can take examples of Benazir Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif. Now the people of Pakistan want a change towards a civilian led democracy. Pakistan has seen enough traumas in her life and needs a respite. Our Sohni Dharti is too precious to be left to opportunists and carpet braggers. Election campaign has already begun; however, the main crisis a common man faces is a regime that is not delivering what the people want: they want rule of law and improvement in the life of a common man, while preserving the citizens’ basic human rights. The country is chock full of political parties but not a single one of them has the vision and strategy to change the miserable condition of a common man, and to handle the issues that Pakistan is confronting. A deal between Musharraf and Benazir Bhutto runs afoul of the two basic fault lines that will determine the future of democracy in Pakistan. These require a balance between the: Civil -Military relations in governance of the country; and The moderate------- extremist division in the society. The next two to three months are very crucial for redesigning Pakistan’s foreign policy. Pakistan will have to take a firm stand regarding her relations with U.S.A. After the so called restoration of democracy in Pakistan, things would not be all that easy for Gen.Musharraf. As a civilian president, Gen.Musharraf will be having more power and public trust in certain areas; but would also be facing some pressures regarding the foreign policy issues. The relations with USA, China and Iran will take a positive turn from Pakistan’s perspective. US interference in Pakistan's internal affairs and the violation of international boundary laws on our Western border would be strictly dealt with. Let us hope that in the coming scenario the "Troika” comprising, the President , the Prime Minister and the Army Chief will work under mutual trust, respect and coordination to bring Pakistan out of its current crises and be able to face the global challenges. PAKISTAN HAD BEEN MANIPULATED BY THE OPPORTUNISTS & CARPET BRAGGERS.REPEATED TAKE OVERS BY ARMY WAS BASICALLY DUE TO FAULT-LINE IN MIND-SET OF OUR POLITICIANS. THEY HAD ALWAYS BEEN DEPENDENT ON ARMY FOR THE SOLUTION OF THEIR PROBLEMS. CONSIDERING THE POLITICAL HISTORY OF BHARAT ( I WOULD PREFER TO USE THE WORLD BHARAT RATHER THAN INDIA FOR OBVIOUS REASONS), WE FIND NOT A SINGLE OCCASION WHEN THE POLITICIANS LOOKED UPON THEIR ARMY FOR THE SOLUTION OF THEIR POLITICAL ISSUES. I PERSONALLY FEEL THE NEED OF A PARADIGM SHIFT IN THE MIND- SET OF OUR POLITICIANS. THEY SHOULD BE MORE FLEXIBLE IN THEIR THINKING,THEY SHOULD ALLOW MORE SPACE TO THEIR OPPONENTS .In fact the nature of this political malady is twofold in as much as Muslim Leadership (except for the Quaid) were not prepared for Independence; and quaid didn't make any bones out of this when he admitted' I find nothing but counterfeit coins when I search my right & left pockets'. He further went on to say,'I and my typewriter made Pakistan'. On the other hand, Mr Abdul Aziz Malwada warned in his letter addressed to the Quaid,'Muslims are backward financially, intellectually, economically, and socio-politically, whereas Indian National Congress has taken them to the position where they are standing with their back to the wall after LUCKNOW PACT. Under the circumstances, Muslims would be left with no other option, but to ask for a separate homeland. For running its day-to-day affairs, they would be finding themselves helpless in the absence of political institutions, but for Army wherein they are present in size able number. Hence the affairs of this country per force would be run by Army. It is also a fact, that Muslims were represented by Army Officers in the Boundary Commission & Muslim troops were awaited badly to save Muslims from the massacre in East Punjab etc. Whereas Quaid was given the lease of life just for one year (due to being in advanced stage of Tuberculosis)after partition, the political leadership was found wanting in intellectual acumen & moral fibre.Consequently the high-handedness of Ghulam Muhammad as Governor-General and the notorious Tamiz-ud-din case by Justice Munir laying down the law of necessity; which ultimately was to result in secession of East Pakistan. General Muhammad Ayub Khan (assuming the title of Field Marshal against internationally accepted standards for this rank)indulged in all kinds of irregularities including the ones for which Captain (Retired)Gauhar Ayub was well-known in the context of his connections with GANDHARA INDUSTRIES and his firing on Karachi mob,and the High-handedness shown against Miss Fatima Jinnah (sister of the Father of Nation)were by no means a credit to the country. Miss Jinnah's death in mysterious circumstances was also not a very happy reflection to the country. Thus started a trail of unfortunate events with Military Rule coupled with political incompetence of the Leadership, which was never allowed to grow. History is full of the names of Military Leaders like Ayub Khan,Zia-ul-Haq, and Yahya Khan who was held finally responsible along with Z. A. Bhutto (starting the legacy of the so called Martial Law Administrators) who was hanged by General Zia-ul-Haq for the murder of late Mr Qasuri. Hence Pakistan became a political arena for adventurers both from the Civil and the Army. Society being the same, both sides excelled each other in political adventurism & gravest possible irregularities at the cost of national interests. _________________WISHING YOU HEALTH & HAPPINESS . MAJOR(R)KHALID NASR

BEWILDERMENT OF DEMOCRACY

BEWIDERMENT OF DEMOCRACY
By Major(R)Khalid Nasr
When we go through the history of Pakistan a few faces appear on the political chess board. Muslim league has its roots in combined British India therefore some good leaders emerged on the political scenario. A democratic society demands a significant role by political parties in articulating citizen's aspirations. They are dependent on people's support and trust to play their role as a link between people and state. All major political parties in Pakistan indulge in an undemocratic malpractice of becoming life-time chairpersons. Our political leaders have no personal vision or agenda----party agenda is blindly followed irrespective of the changing scenario. The track records of our political leaders have made them a security risk. The roles played by Benazir, Nawaz Sharif and Altaf Hussain are an open secret. They openly discuss Pakistan’s security issues with American, European and above all Indian media. It is important for our national security that a limited role by army be institutionalized ---leading to a controlled democracy. National Security Council is an ideal institution for this purpose. Therefore, keeping in view the geo-political scenario, it is suggested that we should revert back to the Presidential System in Pakistan, our political class is basically made up of feudal lords. Their top priority had been their self and local interests rather than national interest. There is a hope and expectations from our political leadership. There is a need of a change in the mind-set of our political leaders. Instead, of allowing a revolving door for our tried and tested leadership, where they swap leadership positions; young blood with vision and initiative must be encouraged. This demands nothing else but regular elections within our political parties. It would not be wrong; if we adopt a two party system in Pakistan; because a multi -party system creates political instability and a weak government; generally dependent upon forming coalitions. The road to democracy has to be incremental and controlled. We must learn to crawl, before we walk. In the road to democracy, we must take small steps; instead of making giant leaps; which lead to turmoil. Instead of being aggressive and violent; the movers and shakers for the struggle for civilian led democracy; should let the Supreme Court and ballot box decide the future democracy in Pakistan. Basic fault lies in the fact that Feudalism (which doesn't allow democract to flourish) wasn't abolished in Pakistan; whereas it ceased to exist almost immediatly after partition. Both Indians & Pakistanis had their exposure to democracy through Parliamentary & not Presidential form of Government. Despite other odds, the experiment was successful in India and a failure in Pakistan.Why, the answer has already been furnished above. Besides, Presidential form is fraught with risks of all sorts. Whereas political abuse of power is a prevalent practice in US, it is almost unknown in UK. These two represent the role models of their respective forms. The former was a new nation bereft of the experience of ages; which the latter enjoyed apart from the World experience earned during colonial period. Apart from it, US stood isolated socially, politically, and geographically; hence their experience was also limited. We in Indo-Pak lived under absolutely monarchy during Muslim period, though elemental democracy was seen in the institution of Panchayats during Hindu period.When we compare the two nations, we reach the conclusion that Bharat learned a lot during British period, unfortunately we didn't. The secret of success doesn't lie in sommersaults, but in a firm resolve to learn from experience irrespective of the fact whether it resulted in success of failure. _________________WISHING YOU HEALTH & HAPPINESS . MAJOR(R)KHALID NASR

HR DEVELOPMENT FOR HVACR INDUSTRY

HR development for HVACR Industry
By Major(R)Khalid Nasr
Introduction
Human Resource Development had remained a neglected area in Pakistan both in Public & Private Sectors. Present Government is taking some positive steps in this field. Business success in Pakistan is measured in terms of profitability & tangible assets of a business. This paradigm has now shifted to Quality of Human Resource. It is the quality of Human Resource that will determine chances of success or failure in business. Human Resource Development means investing in your people, training them for their best performance in their present job and developing them for their future roles. As competition is becoming more intense, the quality of Human Resource is becoming increasingly important. Companies are forced to develop human resources for their economic survival. Nations develop human resources for economic prosperity. Individuals develop themselves for better employability & progress.

Importance of HR Development for HVACR
HVACR is a very technical industry, which need a fully trained & developed workforce. It is, therefore, of utmost importance to develop the skills base & intellectual capital the organization requires as well as ensuring that the right quality of people are available to meet present & future needs. Technological innovations require training for affected employees. Competitive pressures are also changing the ways organizations operate and the skills that their employees need. HVACR has to take a proactive approach towards the development of its Human Resource.
Total quality management implementation is as important in the training & development of HVACR Human Resource as it is for the products of HVACR because it is not only the gun but the man behind the gun is equally important for success / victory. HR Development is concerned with the provision of learning, development & training opportunities in order to improve individual, team and organizational performance.

Categorization of HR in HVACR Industry for the purpose of Training & Development

Labour
a. Skilled labour
b. Semi-skilled labour
Mechanics & Technicians for Installation of HVACR Equipment
Engineers for Designing & Supervision
Staff for Operations & Maintenance
Sales Force
Managerial Staff for Administration

HVACR’s Strategy For HR Development

HVACR should develop a strategy focusing on a learning organization providing an environment in which employees are geared to learn & develop with appropriate support & guidance. The HRD Strategy developed by HVACR should address the critical success factors of the business in the field of product ___ market development, innovation and cost leadership. The HRD Strategy should demonstrate the real link between learning, development and business performance while indicating how these activities will add value and contribute to the achievement of competitive advantage. HVACR Industry should focus on six-factor model of learning organization:
1. Shared Vision
2. Conducive Learning Environment
3. Supportive Culture
4. Empowering Management
5. Motivated Workforce
6. Enhanced Learning
training & development of labour
a. Skilled Labour
· Specialization Courses
· On the Job Training
· Task Force
· Lectures / Presentations
· Quality Circles
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP) / Centers
b. Semi- Skilled Labour
· On the Job Training
· Demonstration
· Coaching & Counseling
· Apprenticeship Programs
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP) / Centers

training & development of mechanics & technicians
· External Training Courses
· Observation & Practice
· Special Assignments
· Coaching & Counseling
· Job Rotation
· Junior Management Boards

training & development of engineers
· Junior Management Board
· Task Forces
· Role Playing
· Specialization Courses
· Management Development Programs
· Case Studies
· Project / Special Assignments

training & development of sales force
· Presentations & Workshops
· Role Playing
· Personality Development Course
· Coaching & Counseling by Marketing Consultants
· Market Research Assignments
· Brain Storming Exercises

management development
Development of managerial staff is the application of planned efforts to assists in maintaining & improving managers for effective achievement of organizational goals. Management development begins by defining goals, assessing management staff’s weaknesses & strengths and developing a long-range plan. Training programs are then established & implemented and finally they are evaluated for effectiveness. Management development should produce the desired change in behaviour.
Following techniques are suggested for development of managerial staff in HVACR Industry:
· External Courses
· In-house Seminars / Workshops
· Guided Self Study
· Mentors
· Task Force
· Management Boards
· Assistant – to – Positions

organizational development for hvacr industry
Organizational Development is a planned & calculated attempt to change the beliefs, attitudes and structure of an organization to adapt to new technologies and market demands in a global competition.
The Organizational Development Techniques / Approaches for HVACR Industry are the following three:
1. Survey Feedback: Organization members are interviewed or a questionnaire is circulated to get their views on the organizational procedures & processes and any change desired by them.
2. Team Building: It focuses on goal setting, interpersonal relations and role analysis.
3. Third Party Intervention: It involves hiring the services of Human Resource Development Consultants.

conclusion
The real need of today and the future have changed for developing learned managers to learning managers. The model manager is a multiplier manager who brings in synergy in the team thus enhancing & multiplying the outcome / productivity. The learning manager of today stresses participative learning and relates personal knowledge & skill to the projected tomorrow. To learn something new, we have to unlearn certain things that demand a proper attitude towards learning.
The training & development programs simply make a person aware of the growth possibilities and encourage self- help. The urge to acquire knowledge & skill must be strong within the individual that requires proper motivation.

A comprehensive approach, envisaging all possible aspects of Human Resource Development & Management cirsumscribing almost all the essential attributes. I have seldom seen an introduction with so few words with so much of substance. Major (Retired) Khalid Nasr has contributed a really valuable compact article summarising the essentialities & modalities of the subject. I wish him the best of luck & a lot of appreciation from those who read this article. Jameel Zaidi.

ROLE OF PRIVATE INSTITUTIONS IN PROMOTION OF EDUCATION

Role of Private Institutions in the promotion of Education
by Major (R) Khalid Nasr
Education plays a pivotal role in the development of our younger generation to lead a successful life in this world of global competition. There are many dimensions of education in the development of human personality. It gives us professional knowledge. It teaches us human skills. It puts our mind on creative thinking. It builds our confidence and self-esteem. Now the question is: are the private institutions playing their role for the promotion of education?
We can see a mushroom of private schools and colleges in Lahore but the parents and students are still in a state of bewilderment which institution to join for quality education. First of all, the tuition fee and admission charges of leading institutions in private sector are very high. Secondly, there is no standard criteria for getting admission in these renowned institutions. Back door techniques are used to get admission where the merit is lacking for open competition. It is very difficult for a competent student from a middle class family to get admission in leading institutions on merit.
Now, we see the condition in middle class educational institutions. There is no quality of education in the so-called average educational institutions. The teaching environment and the faculty is not up to the mark. The standard of graduate & postgraduate level is so poor that some institutions are even selling their transcripts & degrees. The government is taking action against these institutions in private sector. The University of the Punjab and Higher Education Commission have set a standard for the operation of these institutions and award affiliations & charters to only those private institutions who qualify the required criteria. Everyday, we see the sign boards of a school or college removed by the concerned authorities but again we see a new entrant in the education sector with a very poor standard of teaching environment and faculty. The tuition culture is also a black spot on our prevailing educational environment in private institutions. Many daytime colleges & schools are converted into tuition centers in the evening. There are some private institutions that have not been awarded charter by Higher Education Commission or affiliation with Punjab University but they are miss-leading or rather cheating the students by putting false statements on their signboards and brochures.
The curriculum offered in most of the educational institutes does not fit in the requirements of the job. Due attention is not given to the professional programs to enable a student to face competitive & professional requirements of the job opportunities in the market. Education does not merely mean academic qualification. What we have to do is to mobilize our people and build up the character of our future generations. In this world of global competition, success of a business is dependent upon the quality of management, which comes through the quality of education.
The basic role of the educational institutions in the private sector is to educate, train and develop the young generation for the successful leadership roles in the practical realms of life. It is not just the degree from a college, which ensures the highest standards of excellence & growth. The basic purpose of training programs should not be to transmit knowledge from books but to impart learning & training to effect changes in behaviours & skills.
The point to note here is whether our educational institutions in private sector are providing an opportunity to explore human capabilities which are not addressed in main stream education and are they willing to modify their curricle's to meet the demands of global competition in the job market. Due to high merit and limited seats in government institutions, the majority of the students join private educational institutions. So the demand of the day is that private institutions should provide quality education at affordable price to fulfill their social responsibility. Disintegrated nations can be transformed into uncanny force by bringing revolutionary changes in their stagnant thinking. We want our younger generation to be flexible, creative and assertive enough to make out dreams true about a progressive, liberal and strong Pakistan.
Education without purpose & direction is a mere waste of time & resources that results in unemployment & frustration. The educational institutions in the private sector should feel their responsibility to provide quality education at affordable price. All of us do not have equal talents, but all of use should have an equal opportunity to develop out talents to have a competitive edge in the global market.
The government has its own role to play which includes monitoring the activities of the educational institutions in the private sector, encouraging those institutions which are playing a positive role in providing quality education at affordable price and taking action against those who are a black spot in the field of education. Wishing you health & happiness. Major(R)Khalid Nasr

EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP SKILLS

Effective Leadership Skills
Author
Major(R)Khalid Nasr
We are facing a leadership crises in Pakistan.Our political leadership lacks Vision , Agenda and Personal Charima.Our leaders are self -interested and deliver only ilp service to the miseries of a common man.
Organizational Leadership is at a premium today and there is a clear recognition of the fact that in most situations the enthusiasm & motivation aroused in people by powerful & positive leadership is the most potent strategic weapon that provides sustained competitive advantage.• Today, management is defined as, “The process of getting things done though others”; whereas leadership is defined as “The process of getting things done willingly through others”. The difference between the two definitions is one word but that word willingness and the degree of willingness aroused determine the effectiveness of the leader. Positive and powerful leader has an extraordinary ability to arouse such degrees of willingness & motivation in people that the impossible seems to become possible. The willingness aroused by a leader in organizational situations translates into achievement & excellence. THREE MAJOR INGREDIENTS OF EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP 1. The ability to develop a climate that is conducive for motivation through personal example. 2. A leader’s ability & confidence to inspire. 3. The ability to comprehend human behaviour and apply this knowledge to people & situation. The various roles played by Effective Leaders of today are identified as follows:1. Envisioner 2. Role Model3. Motivator4. Goal Setter5. Initiator6. Decision Maker7. Informer8. Conflict Resolver9. Controller10. Team Builder11. Spokesman12. Crises Manager MAJOR CHARACTERISTICS OF EFFECTIVE LEADER Intellectual Characteristics: 1. Originality2. Far-sightedness3. Receptiveness4. Decisiveness5. Sense of Timing6. IntelligencePersonality Characteristics1. Personal Integrity2. Self-confidence3. Emotional Balance & Control4. Adaptability5. Assertiveness6. Tough Mindedness7. Resourcefulness8. Tolerance of Stress9. Perceptual Objectivity10. High Need for Achievement Task Related Characteristics: 1. Task Knowledge & Expertise2. Administrative Ability3. Responsibility Acceptance4. Deadline & Schedule Orientation5. Team Management Ability6. Proactive Orientation7. Ability to identify and Focus on Key Issues8. Decision Making & problem Solving Socially Related Characteristics: 1. Humanison & Empathy2. Personal Impact / charm3. Socio-cultural Sensitivity4. Interpersonal and Social Networking5. Social Participation & Friendliness 6. Tact & Diplomacy LEADERSHIP SKILLS A leader must have some basic skills to perform his duties effectively. A list of suggested leadership skills critical to success in the global economy includes the following: 1. CULTURAL FLEXIBILITY: Cultural awareness and sensitivity _______ recognize and celebrate the value of diversity in their organizations. 2. COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Written, verbal, body language & listening skills. 3. HRD SKILLS: Development of the human resources _____ training ,career counseling, job evaluation. 4. CREATIVITYProblem solving, innovation, setting goals and assisting subordinates to be creative. 5. SELF MANAGEMENT OF LEARNINGLearning is a continuous process ______ learning new methods, skills and technology ______ must be self-learner. 6. MANAGING TIME & STRESS.7. DELEGATING8. MOTIVATING & INFLUENCING OTHERS9. TEAM BUILDING10. MANAGING CONFLICTS SKILLS & ABILITIES FOR EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP • Social Objectivity: Ability to act free of racial, ethnic, gender or other biases.• Inner work Standards: Ability to set & meet highly personal work goals.• Self-Understanding: Ability to recognize one’s strengths & weaknesses.• Introspection: Ability to learn from experience & self-study.• Vision: Ability to imagine a different & better situation and ways to achieve it.• Entrepreneurism: Ability to spot & take advantage of opportunities.• Empowerment: Ability to share influence & control with others. EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP TRAITS• Intelligence & Analytical Ability• Energy & Personal Drive • Self- Confidence• Dominance & Assertiveness• Desire to Lead• Honesty & Integrity• Knowledge & Expertise• Need for Achievement• Creativity & Intuition VARIOUS TYPES OF BEHAVIOUR DISPLAYED BY EFFECTIVE LEADERS 1. Consideration: It is the extent to which a leader is approachable and shows personal concern for subordinates.2. Initiating Structure: The degree to which a leader concentrates on groups’ goal attainment.3. Reward Behaviour: The extent to which a leader provides his subordinates with compliments, tangible benefits and desired specific treatment.4. Punishment Behaviour: The leader’s use of reprimands or unfavourable tasks assignments and active with-- holding of rewards. _________________WISHING YOU HEALTH & HAPPINESS. MAJOR(R) KHALID NASR

OPEN LETTER TO POLITICAL PARTIES & MEDIA

OPEN LETTER TO POLITICAL PARTIES & MEDIA
Author
MAJOR(R)KHALID NASR

PAKISTAN-----my Sohni Dherti is undergoing a very critical situation .This critical situation demands a lot from our political leaders and our heart & soul---our beloved Media. There is a strong need of a change in our mind-set . It is said "service before self ". Have we ever practiced it in Pakistan? Pakistan needs Patriots----not “Patriot PPP “ but patriots in real sense . Pakistan should come first & foremost rather than our personal interest . National Reconciliation—is it in personal interest or national interest?? Our beloved Media had been painting a very negative picture about the situation in Pakistan that led to Emergency & PCO. We are still suffering from the after effects of the PCO & Emergency.This is high time that we should have a positive & realistic approach-----may it is our media or political leaders .The nation has tried & tested the role played by our political leaders but now a change in their mind-set is the need of the day .The Media must also mend her ways and try to see the half-filled glass . In my opinion the glass is always full---with air ---if not with liquid .Our political leaders have agreed on removing Musharaf but they do not have an agenda or approved alternative leadership . Every political leader has personal aspirations. Our political parties must develop some ethics & rules of business. My nation is tired of listening to PPP disclosing the corruption stories of Nawaz League and Nawaz league charging Mr. Ten Percent.Now they are united ---is it national interset or personal interest?How long this marrige of covenience would cotinue.Our leadership is not serious even to them selves.They are just wandering in the vision analog. Let us be sincere to our –selves if not to our nation. I am personally against military take –overs -----but unfortunately it was always our political elite that invited military Generals. I request media & our political leaders to change their mind set and let the democratic process continue. WISHING YOU HEALTH & HAPPINESS. MAJOR(R) KHALID NASR

PRIDE & PREJUDICE

PRIDE & PREJUDICE
AUTHOR
Major(R)Khalid Nasr

“PRIDE AND PREJUDICE---- “ The bush doctrine on Terrorism is a classic demonstration of pride on prejudice against ISLAM. Mr. Gorge Bush inherited this prejudice from his father but he is demonstrating much greater pride on his prejudice. The JEHAD for freedom & survival by MUSLIMS is Terrorism in the eyes of Mr. Bush. Israel’s aggression against the innocent people of Lebanon was taken by Bush as a justified act of survival by Israel. After the cold war between America and Russia, the concept of NEW WORLD ORDER has emerged in which America and Israel are joining hands against MUSLIMS just to show their superiority over the rest of the world. Their ultimate motive is to divide the MUSLIM countries into SHIA and SUNNI blocks and make them fight against each other. This is high time that the Organization of Islamic Countries (OIC) should play its role to unite the MUSLIM countries against any aggression. Instead of being divided into SHIA and SUNNI blocks MUSLIMS should think about a UNITED STATE OF ISLAM. _________________WISHING YOU HEALTH & HAPPINESS. MAJOR(R) KHALID NASR

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