Stop conflict before it starts. Manage differences before they become conflicts. Prevent small conflicts from growing into costly large ones. Manage conflict strategically, rather than wait until a crisis develops. This is the new mantra of corporates trying to pour oil over troubled waters whenever there is the remote possibility of a spark. Companies worldwide are waking up to the concept of conflict management. Organisations comprise of humans, and the human brain is more susceptible to anger, in these times of stress riding high.

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Courtesy: www. 800ceoread.com 

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• Redefining Health Care: By Michael E. Porter

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September is Breakfast Month…

You've heard it a million times before – don't skimp on breakfast! Start the day off with a good breakfast to fuel your body and mind and you'll be amazed at the results. It is important to get the right balance of proteins, fats and carbohydrates.    

September is Breakfast Month. And a good power breakfast is what will keep all your busy minds ticking, ward off the ill effects of endless cups of  coffee and negate the effects of stress.  

Our power breakfast tips…served oven hot!

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September Sequins 

September begins in western tropical astrology with the sun in the sign of Virgo and ends in the sign of  Libra.

September's flower is the aster or morning glory.

September's birthstone is the sapphire.

Labor Day is observed on the first Monday in September in the United States and Canada.

In Japan, Respect for the Aged Day is a national holiday celebrated on the third Monday of September. Autumnal Equinox Day is also a national holiday.

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Academy for Professional Excellence (APEX) to train 16,000 Teachers in Mizoram: In a conscientious bid to enhance the existing education system in the State, the Government of Mizoram has initiated a process to train all their teachers. A comprehensive Training Program under the University of Cambridge International Examination (UCIE) has been formulated for State level teachers, by APEX, to increase their proficiency in English and other general teaching skills. The program kickstarted on August 28, 2006, with the first batch of teachers distributed among the centres situated at Aizawl & Lunglei.

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Workshop on Strategic Planning: A two-day workshop on Strategic Planning is slated for September 15, 16, 2006 at The Telegraph Room, Bengal Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Tailor-made for the executive, who wants to broaden his/her base, this course has incorporated largely from the repertoire of case studies from Corporate India. The Trainers are industry stalwart – Mr. Barun Das and corporate strategist – Mr. Jhelum Chowdhury.

For Registration contact: Ms Arpita Dutta at +91 98311 61246 or 24744505/4506