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How to Know Ourselves
Devdutt Pattanaik is an acclaimed business thinker and strategist. His profound management sutras are derived from his bestselling books on business and management. They show how individuals can realize their potential, create wealth and achieve lasting success by following uniquely Indian principles (based on Hindu, Jain and Buddhist mythology) of goal setting, strategic thinking and decision-making.
- GenresNonfictionMythology
38 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 1, 2016
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Devdutt Pattanaik
284 books3,326 followersDr. Devdutt Pattanaik (born December 11, 1970) is an Indian physician turned leadership consultant, mythologist and author whose works focus largely on the areas of myth, mythology, and also management. He has written a number of books related to Hindu mythology, including Myth = Mithya: A Handbook of Hindu Mythology, a novel, The Pregnant King, and Jaya: An Illustrated Retelling of the Mahabharata (2010).
He is the Chief Belief Officer of Future Group, one of India’s largest retailers, bringing the wisdom of Indian mythology into Indian business, especifically in human resource management. He also writes a column for the newspaper MID DAY.
He has also written a novel based on a tale from the Mahabharata titled 'The Pregnant King' published by Penguin Books India
He is the Chief Belief Officer of Future Group, one of India’s largest retailers, bringing the wisdom of Indian mythology into Indian business, especifically in human resource management. He also writes a column for the newspaper MID DAY.
He has also written a novel based on a tale from the Mahabharata titled 'The Pregnant King' published by Penguin Books India
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April 27, 2020
Good book for any Indian who has at least heard god stories from Grandma....
what author has successfully achieved and would like to thank him for, is he created a way for psychoanalysis for reader who don't want western doctrine of psychology....
I will definitely encourage everyone who want self help books to give it a try. One of the best thing is the precise and short structure of all the chapters .......
what author has successfully achieved and would like to thank him for, is he created a way for psychoanalysis for reader who don't want western doctrine of psychology....
I will definitely encourage everyone who want self help books to give it a try. One of the best thing is the precise and short structure of all the chapters .......
March 13, 2018
Short and up to the point, no unnecessary content
Nice book, quick read. This book helps you understand corporate culture and people's perception. Reading the chapter will help you create a rapport in your communication. It is also one of a kind management book that gives examples with tales like Mahabharata and Ramayana.
Nice book, quick read. This book helps you understand corporate culture and people's perception. Reading the chapter will help you create a rapport in your communication. It is also one of a kind management book that gives examples with tales like Mahabharata and Ramayana.
November 12, 2017
Simply great script to share indian wisdom
Book is written in simple words to explain complex human bhaviour.
Glossary is used is really thought provoking and full of Mistry of shared wisdom.
Book is written in simple words to explain complex human bhaviour.
Glossary is used is really thought provoking and full of Mistry of shared wisdom.
April 27, 2020
A very candid approach!!
Not new to Devdutt's style of writing, I expected nothing less. He is very articulated in his thoughts and conveys the same in a very lucid way. I always enjoy his fusion between the old knowledge contributing to the new world order.
Not new to Devdutt's style of writing, I expected nothing less. He is very articulated in his thoughts and conveys the same in a very lucid way. I always enjoy his fusion between the old knowledge contributing to the new world order.
January 17, 2021
Excellence in a byte size
He's knowledgeable knows his subject matter researches thoroughly and what comes from all the hard work is phenomenal. Really good examples to understand ourselves and our perception of life around us. Thank you for your writing.
He's knowledgeable knows his subject matter researches thoroughly and what comes from all the hard work is phenomenal. Really good examples to understand ourselves and our perception of life around us. Thank you for your writing.
October 15, 2017
Was expecting more from life examples
Was expecting more from life examples given this is Devdutt 's work. Practical examples could be elaborated and better given
Was expecting more from life examples given this is Devdutt 's work. Practical examples could be elaborated and better given
December 30, 2018
Ok..
Author explains concepts by quoting stories from epic's and other classics . Ok for quick/short read . . . .
Author explains concepts by quoting stories from epic's and other classics . Ok for quick/short read . . . .
May 22, 2019
Very nice book
All the concepts are explained beautifully and with very nice examples!
All age groups can easily read and like the book.
All the concepts are explained beautifully and with very nice examples!
All age groups can easily read and like the book.
August 18, 2019
Good book for quick read
Good book for quick read... amazing writer.. devdutt helps us in understanding the mahabharatha and ramayana in completely different perspective
Good book for quick read... amazing writer.. devdutt helps us in understanding the mahabharatha and ramayana in completely different perspective
October 24, 2020
Nice
This series (Management Sutras) gets better with every book. The short format is very appealing and surprisingly satisfying ..... recommended
This series (Management Sutras) gets better with every book. The short format is very appealing and surprisingly satisfying ..... recommended
October 26, 2017
The book could have been written a lot differently .It was an easy read and some of the points were really good. but It had lot of reference to hindu mythology which became quiet difficult for me to understand.
January 23, 2017
Applied mythology. One of the best books.
The book does complete justice to The title of the book . You will be able to connect with one or the other protagonist from the fables.
Once you have identified yourself, go back and tar at least that story twice. You will understand what it means by "learning from other's mistake'
The book does complete justice to The title of the book . You will be able to connect with one or the other protagonist from the fables.
Once you have identified yourself, go back and tar at least that story twice. You will understand what it means by "learning from other's mistake'
February 6, 2017
Author has in 33 paged referred about different eras and very beautiful explained this concept. It talks about that how we realizing and understanding can free ourselves from the agony of being undertood/misunderstood
April 29, 2018
Interesting read
As always Great insight into looking at ourselves and understanding others. Recomended read for all interested in growing one's self
As always Great insight into looking at ourselves and understanding others. Recomended read for all interested in growing one's self
June 5, 2018
interesting book.....
May 1, 2017
Insightful interpretations of Indian mythology. I love his storytelling
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March 19, 2018It is effective reading and applicable as well. The author explains the management strategies in context to Indian stories. Worth reading.
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