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Simple Finance LessonsWhat is Accounting?Accounting and Finance are not the same ............... today we will chat about the main differences between the two. Finance is the MANAGEMENT of money whereas Accounting is the RECORDING and REPORTING of transactions.Please send your comments and suggestions to Faisal at simplefinancelessons@gmail.com2021-12-0110 minSimple Finance LessonsFinancial lessons from CovidCovid has taught us many lessons, among them being that to lead a simple and straightforward and fulfilling life, one doesn't need a lot of money!Please send your comments and suggestions to Faisal at simplefinancelessons@gmail.com2021-11-2312 minSimple Finance LessonsYou must start learning about the Stock MarketIf you are not aware of the potential possibilities of investing in the stock market then you really are missing out. And with the current interest rates so low, you will receive very little on your traditional bank deposits and savings account, and so you do need to find alternatives where you can start placing some of your cash to enhance your returns. So, you must teach yourself at least the basics of how to invest in the stock market.Please send your comments or suggestions to me, Faisal, at simplefinancelessons@gmail.com2021-11-1212 minSimple Finance LessonsOpening a new bank account with a new bankChoosing a new bank and opening a new bank account is an important decision. So take your time and do your research before you decide which bank to open the account with. And the best research is talking to people about their personal experiences with the banks that they deal with. Send your comments and suggestions to Faisal at simplefinancelessons@gmail.com 2021-11-0512 minSimple Finance LessonsShopping Malls are designed for impulse and unplanned spendingRemember that shopping malls are designed and structured the way they are to specifically entice you and me to buy things that we didn’t plan to buy …………… and to spend money that we didn’t intend to spend when we entered the mall. The problem is not our planned expenses …………. the problem is the UNPLANNED and the impulse spending that we all do at the malls.Please feel free to comment or make suggestions to me, Faisal, at simplefinancelessons@gmail.com2021-10-2609 minSimple Finance LessonsWhat is Finance?What is Finance? What do we mean by it? Is it the same as accounting? Lets find out!Please send your comments and suggestions to Faisal at simplefinancelessons@gmail.com2021-10-0510 minSimple Finance LessonsThe Power of Compound Interest!Einstein said that Compound Interest is the eighth wonder of the World! What did he mean by that? What is compound interest and how can you use this to grow your investments? Please email me comments and suggestions at simplefinancelessons@gmail.comRegardsFaisal Hasnain 2021-09-1014 min
simple thoughts many reflectionsBeing good is good businessBeing honest and sincere to your customers and thinking in terms of your customers’ best interests will ultimately prove to be very rewarding to your business.2021-04-2216 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsMuhammad Ali - his charitable lifeMost people know Muhammad Ali as a supreme athlete and boxer. But he had a supreme charitable and humanitarian side to his life as well.2021-04-1315 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsWhat is Valentines Day?Let’s have a look at the origins of Valentine’s Day.2021-02-1409 min
Chess News RoundupChess News Roundup - 21 JanuaryI am sorry to say that I will be away for approximately two weeks and will recommence the podcast after that time.2021-01-2100 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup - 19 JanuaryA summary of the latest news in the world of international chess. You can write to me at chessroundup@gmail.com.2021-01-1902 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup - 17 JanuaryA summary of the latest news in International Chess.2021-01-1704 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup - 15 JanuaryA summary of the latest news in International chess.2021-01-1505 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup - 12 JanuaryA summary of the latest news in international chess.2021-01-1303 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup - 11 JanuaryA brief roundup of the latest news in international chess.2021-01-1103 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup - 8 JanuaryA summary of the latest news in International chess.2021-01-0803 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup - 7 JanuaryA summary of the latest news in international chess.2021-01-0705 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup- 5 JanuaryA summary of the latest news in international chess2021-01-0504 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup - 3 JanuaryA brief summary of the latest news in international chess.2021-01-0303 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsTwo learnings from CovidThere is a lot to learn from the advent of Covid. These are just two small thoughts.2021-01-0304 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup - 2 JanuaryA summary of the latest news in International Chess.2021-01-0202 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup - 31 DecemberA summary of the latest news in International Chess.2020-12-3103 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup 29 DecA brief roundup of the latest news in international chess2020-12-2904 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup 28 DecA summary of the latest news in international chess2020-12-2803 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup 26 DecA summary of the latest news in international chess.2020-12-2603 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsThe Richest Man in BabylonThe way to becoming free!2020-12-2611 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup e13A roundup of the latest news in international chess.2020-12-2302 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup e12A summary of the latest news in international chess.2020-12-2102 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup e11A roundup of the latest news in international chess2020-12-1802 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup e10A brief roundup of the latest news in international chess2020-12-1702 minChess News RoundupChess news roundup e9A brief roundup of the latest news in international cheers2020-12-1502 minChess News RoundupChess news roundup e8A roundup of the latest news in International chess.2020-12-1401 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup e7A brief roundup of the latest news in international chess.2020-12-1301 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup e6A summary of the latest news in international chess.2020-12-1202 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsDon’t get Angry!We all need to control our anger. Before it controls us.2020-12-1106 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup e5-2A roundup of the latest news in International cheers.2020-12-1002 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup e5A roundup of the latest news in International Chess.2020-12-1002 minChess News RoundupChess news roundup e4A summary of the latest chess news headlines.2020-12-0802 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsLeaving Digital FootprintsEvery time we use social media we are leaving our digital footprint out there. One should be sensitive to this.2020-12-0708 minChess News RoundupChess News Roundup e3A summary of the latest international chess news.2020-12-0601 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsThe Queen’s GambitThe Queen’s Gambit is a wonderful series on Netflix. You must watch it.2020-11-2700 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsTrue Friends!The test of a true friend is when you have a conflict of interest.2020-11-1900 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsStop Procrastinating!It’s so easy to procrastinate. We all do it. But we really must develop a habit not to do it as it can be disastrous.2020-11-1500 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsCitigroup staff orientation and personal development programAn organisation that invests in developing the personal management skills of their staff will benefit in the long run. Citigroup is one such organisation.2020-11-0400 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsThe President of the World!To appoint a President of the World can bring some immense benefits for us all.2020-10-2500 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsInvesting your savingsMany of us are guilty of ignoring our own personal finances. One must have a personal financial plan in place and make regular contributions to that plan.2020-10-2000 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsAl Stewart and his musicAl Stewart is certainly one of the hidden gems in the world of music.2020-10-1200 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsThe Social Progress IndexHow does one measure what a country does for its citizens? The Social Progress Index tries to do that.2020-10-0600 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsBjorn BorgBjorn Borg was a supreme athlete and one of the greatest defensive tennis players of all time.2020-09-3008 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsThe sufferings of War - two wonderful songsThere are hundreds, possibly thousands of songs written about the horrors and suffering caused by war and by armed conflict, and there are two such songs that I talk about today, namely the Green Fields of France and Brothers in Arms.2020-09-2607 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsThe general news is of little use to most of us personallyToday we live in the age of information overload and a lot of the news that is out there is of little benefit to us personally. We must learn how to extract the news that is important to us otherwise we will just flounder with information that is of no use.2020-09-1808 min
simple thoughts many reflectionsThe Story of JosephThere are so many lessons that one can learn from the wonderful Story of Joseph that can be applied to your personal as well as your professional life.2020-09-1607 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsA career in the arts is a very difficult climbPeople thinking of a career in the arts should be aware that statistically speaking their chances of becoming a big success are very very low.2020-09-1107 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsLa La Land is a wonderful movieApart from being such a wonderful film, there are many lessons and thoughts that one comes away with.2020-09-0506 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsAppleThank you Apple, for your wonderful customer service.2020-08-2904 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsNarcissistic personalitiesDealing with a narcissistic boss can be one of the most unpleasant experiences that one must try and manage as best one can.2020-08-2306 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsMy first employersA very modest firm with very rich values.2020-08-1906 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsThe GamblerThe life of a professional gambler is a real eye-opener!2020-08-1403 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsSome dreams do come true!Pay attention to your dreams. They may be of some benefit to you!2020-08-1204 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsWinning a Won Game!To win a game that you are winning, could be a difficult thing to do.2020-08-1103 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsThe stars who blew millionsIt’s a real shame to see world famous stars and athletes squander hundreds of millions of dollars that they have made during their career, and then end up penniless and in bankruptcy.2020-08-0904 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsSupporting Shrewsbury Town Football ClubOne builds up an affiliation to places when you know people from those places, even though you have never been there.2020-08-0703 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsThe Rock for Stars to climb on!The unsung heroes, the faithful dependables, are often overlooked in the sporting as well as in the corporate world.2020-08-0504 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsWest Bromwich Albion “the Baggies”Why I support the Baggies.2020-08-0303 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsSecond WindBeing close to collapse and then playing at peak level like a machine.2020-08-0203 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsThe Rumble in the JungleThe night that transcended the entire sporting world.2020-08-0103 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsInsurancesBe very clear about what you are insuring and why. Do a cost benefit analysis.2020-07-3004 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsBunjies Folk ClubPure acoustic Folk Music is such a wonderful but a dying art.2020-07-2904 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsGood is the enemy of Great!Great companies have Level 5 leaders who are strong yet humble.2020-07-2805 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsTeaching Life SkillsAfter completing college, young people are not equipped to deal with the practical realities of the world.2020-07-2704 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsPlay ChessThe game of chess is a fascinating sport. Try it!2020-07-2604 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsDeception or Innovation?In times of adversity, you need to be innovative and pull out all the stops, including using your charming personality and your smile!2020-07-2505 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsMummy’s instinctThe unexplained mystery and miracle of a mothers instinct towards her babies.2020-07-2403 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsThe Real OrganogramSome companies have two organograms, one published and one unpublished. It’s the unpublished organoram that one must try and understand.2020-07-2304 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsStart an Investors ClubBecome part of an Investors Club and increase your financial knowledge by leaps and bounds in a short time and in a very enjoyable manner.2020-07-2203 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsCompensation for a dismissed employeeOrganisations must demonstrate their values when dismissing an employee. The Citigroup approach is one such example to consider.2020-07-2103 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsTime travelAll your many roles in life take a back seat at your school reunion.2020-07-2003 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsDrugs in SportThe use of drugs undermines the very integrity and essence of what sport stands for2020-07-1903 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsRich Dad Poor DadKnow the difference between assets and liabilities. Assets make you money. Liabilities cost you money.2020-07-1803 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsNordstrom and the Old LadyCan you get better customer service than this?2020-07-1703 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsBradman - lost to the worldThe story of my first book on cricket, which is now lost to the world.2020-07-1602 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsSTOP before you start!Before thinking of what to do, think of what not to do.2020-07-1503 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsCompetition in SportsSports can be divided into two further categories2020-07-1402 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsHow good are you in reacting when coldIt’s much more difficult to react positively when faced with sudden unexpected situations, rather than in situations where you are in the thick of it.2020-07-1302 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsPlay GolfIf you want to further your career, start playing golf.2020-07-1201 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsSudguru’s teamanLearn your own job properly before you start advising others on how to do their jobs.2020-07-1101 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsManipulating resultsBe very careful when faced with lofty numbers and statistics. They may not be true.2020-07-1003 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsDefeats that don’t matterSport teaches you the lessons of defeat without it really mattering.2020-07-0901 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsThe joy of readingWe are slowly losing interest in reading, which is being replaced by streaming and video.2020-07-0802 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsYour personal advisory boardIt’s important to know who will help you when you need an opinion or advice even on very small matters2020-07-0702 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsTeaching children about discriminationDiscrimination can take many forms, but all of them hold back certain people or certain sections of society, which in the long run holds back the entire society.2020-07-0601 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsThe heart of a ChampionIn addition to a winning mindset, one must develop and never say die attitude, which is the heart of a Champion.2020-07-0501 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsBusiness with family and friendsEven when one is dealing with family and friends if it’s a business arrangement make sure that everything is written down and signed off by both sides.2020-07-0401 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsThe Power of Doing Nothing!Sometimes its best to step back and let things develop naturally. Its not always in your best interest to push matters.2020-07-0302 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsBob Dylan and Neil YoungTrue artists2020-07-0200 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsWinning!People remember the winners, and in time forget who finished second, third or fourth.2020-07-0100 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsFaisal's thoughts (Trailer)2020-07-0100 minsimple thoughts many reflectionsInvitations from the heart!What to realise the next time you are invited out by your bank, stockbroker or your financial advisors.2020-07-0101 min
NL HaftaOutside Edge Ep 3: In conversation with Paul Radley and Faisal HasnainIn this episode of Outside Edge, host Chandresh Narayanan sits down with The National's Paul Radley, and former Chief Financial Officer of the ICC, Faisal Hasnain, to talk about the ongoing Cricket World Cup in England, the future of associate nations in global events, among other things.Chandresh, Paul and Faisal discuss how the scheduling of matches has put a dent in this World Cup. They also discuss Sunil Gavaskar’s comments on the composition of England’s team. Faisal said, “It’s great to see that England has been able to field a team with so many diverse cultures." They als...2019-07-0900 min