"10 Essential Rules for Mastering Great Conversations – Team Bloggies" From quick discussions with your coworkers to presentations for your association leaders, conversations are one of your most-used skills. Yet, it’s likely not a skill you’re working to improve on a daily basis. Just like you can work to become a better leader – your conversation skills can be refined and improved, growing your authority and making you a more effective communicator. But what goes into being a better conversationalist and how can you train those skills? Here is everything you need to know to start having better conversations. Defining a Conversation From a simple smile to a full-on discussion, we’re communicating with others on a daily basis. However, conversations are often more structured, slightly more in-depth and often have unspoken rules in terms of etiquette that can all impact whether or not you’re considered a “good conversationalist.” So what is the definition of a conversation?...
Discovering the Timeless Charm of Ujjain: The Sacred City of Mahakal | Travel Vlog" Ujjain, one of the most sacred cities in India, is an ancient treasure trove of history, religion, and culture. This article is based on my fifth chapter in the Sapthapuri series, which chronicles our travels to India’s seven holiest cities. Our journey began in Mumbai and led me to Ujjain—a spontaneous trip that left me so captivated that Team Bloggies extended our stay to 10 days. Ujjain's history is steeped in antiquity, making it one of the oldest cities in the world. Records suggest that Ujjain, along with Banaras (Varanasi), is ancient, dating back to at least 600 BCE. The city was known as Avantika, as mentioned in the Buddhist text Angutara Nikaya, and was the capital of one of the 16 Mahajanapadas in ancient India. Excavations have unearthed artifacts such as Northern Black Polished Ware (NBP) and Painted Grey Ware (PGW), which indicate its strong connection with North and Central Ind...