Rudraksh Group Wishes You All A Merry Christmas

May the sweet magic of Christmas ,Not only fill in your Heart & Soul , 

But also spread to your dear and near ones.

Wishing you a Christmas filled with fun and joy…!!!!

Iceland – a new opportunity to give your career a flight By Rudraksh Group

Iceland is the new place to be. As more and more foreign nationals are moving to Atlantic haven of Iceland, the place has become rich with exuberant career options. Rudraksh Group Mohali believes that Iceland is becoming an increasingly popular destination for corporates across the world, especially UK nationals.

It has been estimated that around 15000 immigrants are currently working in Iceland, which makes it one in every ten employees. This is because Iceland's job market is currently stronger than the UK's. Unemployment was at 4.4% in December 2013 and graduate unemployment at just 2.93%.

Many industries are thriving in the land of ‘fire and ice’. Fishing industry accounts for 40% of all export earnings and over 12% of the country's gross domestic product. Rudraksh Group listed the major industries that include aluminum smelting, biotechnology, finance, geothermal power, hydro-electric power production, software production and tourism.

Iceland is offering many job offerings which can be found and applied for through multiple portals. Some of them are Eures Iceland, Eurojobs.com – Iceland, GoAbroad.com – Iceland, Job.is, etc. and also through various employment services. Besides jobs, students can also apply for internships and work experience. These really enhance a students’ scope of career options. One can also volunteer for work as this enhances employability and improves language skills.

Rudraksh Group believes that though Icelanders have a strong grasp of English, knowing Icelandic (even basic) would be a real help. This is particularly helpful in hospitality industry. As more and more people are considering Iceland as a prospective career option, Icelandic language courses are easily available. Rudraksh Group Overseas Solutions Mohali and Rudraksh immigration services can help you locate these and enroll yourselves.

 Though Iceland is not currently a part of the European Union, EU citizens do not need a visa or work permit to enter the country. Once you acquire a residence permit and have lived in Iceland for six months, you'll automatically become a member of the Icelandic social insurance system, regardless of nationality.

THINGS NOT TO DO WHEN YOU TRAVEL

There are plenty of mistakes travelers make that lead to wasted money, lost time, and missed opportunities. It’s easy to say what to do, but we sometimes to forget to mention the don’ts.

Rudraksh Group takes this opportunity to tell you the things to be avoided during travelling:

DON’T eat near a major tourist site

The food near any major attraction is going to be double the price and half the flavor of what you’ll find elsewhere.

Instead of eating in a tourist trap, walk at least five blocks away from one. The further away you are, the more local, cheaper, and tastier the food will be. 

DON’T exchange money at the airport

You’ll get the worst exchange rates if you do. You’re better off lighting your money on fire. To get the best rates, use an ATM or credit card. This is will be as close to the interbank rate as you can get and ensures that you are not getting ripped off.

DON’T take taxis

Taxis are where budgets go to die — they are always overpriced. Skip them. The only time these are worth using is if you are splitting the fare among many people or need to get somewhere super late at night. Use public transportation as much as possible.

DON’T book too early

I understand it’s easy to get excited about your trip and — to make it feel real — book your flight, hotel, or resort right away. It’s done and you are going! But that’s a mistake. You’ll be the person who ended up paying more than others. When it comes to travel, the early bird doesn’t always get the worm. Don’t be overeager. Wait for the deals.

For your flight, wait about three to four months before your trip. This is when airlines start to raise or lower prices based on demand. For cruises or tour groups, wait until the last minute. Companies have to fill boats and tours, so they offer amazing last-minute deals to fill unused space — no one wants to set off with a boat half full.

DON’T skip the local tourist office

I’m always surprised at how few tourists visit the local tourism board. It’s always my first stop on any trip. They have advice on current events, festivals, and off-the-beaten-path information you aren’t going to find in any guidebook. Their job is to literally know everything about where you are. They get paid to help you. When you get to a new city, be sure to head to the tourism office and ask for information on what to see and do, and where the deals are. They have maps and discount cards, and they can help book accommodations.

SOME GOOD REASONS TO VISIT GERMANY BY RUDRAKSH GROUP MOHALI

There’s no way around it: Germany has firmly established itself as a first rate travel destination, not just for the well-informed few but for the happy-go-lucky crowds of tourists from all over the world too.  Germany’s multitude of regional identities offers a cornucopia of distinct experiences to meet all kinds of expectations and suit all possible tastes (even the most discriminating ones) – whatever it is you fancy: beautiful scenery, great architecture, lively festivals, glamorous events, exciting nightlife, delicious food and the best beer ever – Germany has it all and more…Still, at the risk of appearing presumptuous, here’s a selection of just a few good reasons:

1. River cruises on the Rhine and Maine

One only need kick back and take in the mesmerizing beauty of the German countryside, with its captivating landscapes, elegant old castles perched on the nearby hilltops, and vineyards stretching as far as the eye can see; the main waterways of Germany allow one to see the country from a unique perspective and gain an insight into how important a role some of the main rivers have played historically in the development of important urban centers (Frankfurt, Mainz, Koblenz, Cologne, Dusseldorf, etc) and thus the country as a whole.

2. The Carnival Season

A wonderful opportunity to relax and allow yourself to get swept away by tides of carnival celebrations, simultaneously taking place in a number of cities and regions in Germany (especially its western and southwestern parts) during the weekend and through Rose Monday (also on Mardi Gras in larger centers) just before Ash Wednesday. ‘Fifth Season,’ as it is also called, brings with it an explosion of colors: decorated floats, all kinds of flamboyant costumes, bizarre setups ridiculing politicians, street dancers and marching bands. For a truly awesome carnival party go to Cologne – you will experience first hand the warmth of this city, have one good time, and see the stereo-typically ‘reserved’ Germans in their ‘party animal’ edition.

3. Oktoberfest

Everyone (beer aficionados in particular) should, at least once in their lifetime, attend this great festival IMO, and join in the fun of downing consecutive Maßkrüge, to the sounds of lederhosen-clad ‘Oompah Bands’ while feasting on ‘wurst,’ ‘hendl’ and ‘schweinebraten,’ and generally, celebrating all things Bavarian.

Little wonder people from all over the world travel to Munich in droves to be a part of this festival – the atmosphere in and around “die Wiesn” (the epicenter of the festival) and the tents is cheerful in the extreme.

4. City of Munich

The capital city of Bavaria, situated near the foothills of the Alps, with its characteristic ornate architecture, beautiful parks, world-class museums, nearby castles, and its trademark ‘beer gardens’ is a great place to visit year-round and not just during Oktoberfest.

Munich is a charming city and it offers a ton of attractions of all kinds within a relatively small area. Munich’s whole culture of beer gardens greatly adds to its friendly character.

5. German Food

One of the great things about Germany is the delicious food one gets to eat while over there; yes, you heard me right: German food is great!

With all its ‘wurst’ this and ‘wurst’ that (1500 different types of sausages) served with sauerkraut and potato salad, exquisite soups and stews, ‘sauerbraten,’ ‘schweinebraten,’ ‘schwenkbraten,’ (and other ‘bratens’), hundreds of different types of bread (Brötchen my favorite), all washed down with the best beer in the world, Germany is a true gastronomic wonderland.

On top of that, almost everywhere you go out to eat, you get served a huge plate full of food, instead of some stylishly decorated little morsel.

6. City of Hamburg

If it weren’t for the overcast skies, I’d move to this great city and never look back! Hamburg, like few other cities in the world, has it all and more: incredible energy, cosmopolitan flair, thrilling nightlife, tons to see and do, and the list goes on …

Due to its phenomenal geographical position on the river Elbe (close to where it flows into the North Sea) with many canals and lake Alster not far from the city center, Hamburg allows for an incredible variety of outdoor activities (even beech sports, believe it or not). Countless attractions to vist during the day (e.g. ‘Speicherstadt,’ promenade by the ‘Landungsbrücken,’ ‘Kunsthalle,’ the futuristic ‘HafenCity’ etc) and the exciting “Reeperbahn” nightlife hub to explore in the evening. No matter what your thing is, you’ll love this city.

7. Frankfurt Book Fair

Not only one of the most important events in the global book-publication calendar but also a media event of notable relevance, the ‘Frankfurter Buchmesse’ is the largest book fair in the world (with nearly 7500 participating exhibitors representing 110 countries). The fair dates back to 1476 – shortly after the mechanical movable type got invented by Gutenberg in the nearby Mainz.

The Frankfurt Book Fair with its incredible array of colors is a veritable spectacle for the eyes and a real treat for book lovers from the world over. It is also an important venue for negotiating book-related business deals such as licensing fees and international publishing rights.

8. Erfurt

Although situated in the center of the country, Erfurt the capital city of Thuringia lies completely off the beaten track of mass-tourist itineraries. This forgotten gem of Germany with its astonishingly preserved medieval nucleus, and an exquisite mixture of medieval, baroque and classical architecture, comes as a breath of fresh air to an unsuspecting visitor. Erfurt boasts one of the oldest universities in Germany (Martin Luther was a student there in the early sixteenth century). Erfurt is conveniently close to Weimar and Jena, a couple of towns very much worth visiting.

9. Festival Mediaval

Granted it’s a bit unusual, to put it mildly, but if you’re a history buff with a penchant for all things medieval, you are going to love the kind of re-enactment of scenes from life in the middle ages they stage every September in the Bavarian town of Selb.

All kinds of medieval paraphernalia on display with the obligato fire shows, dungeons, archery tournaments, medieval music, bizarre looking characters like beggars and witches, and what not; an entertaining time-travel into a past shrouded in mysteries and myths.

10. Germans

Last but not least, a good reason to go to Germany is to meet and befriend Germans. While some of the stereotypes about them ring true, they only conveniently cover one half of the truth (the one readily visible at first sight) while filtering out the other half of the equation; namely, while it is true that they are reserved and don’t exactly take to small talk like ducklings to water, once you earn their friendship and trust, you gain a friend who is a hell lot more solid and real than many a super-sociable flake with whom you quickly take off, only to realize they’re a ‘potemkin village.’

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Components Of Work Life Balance

Rudraksh Group has today explored 6 main components of  Work Life Balance

1) Self-Management

Sufficiently managing one’s self can be challenging, particularly in getting proper sleep, exercise, and nutrition. Self-management is the recognition that effectively using the spaces in our lives is vital, and that available resources, time, and life are finite. It means becoming captain of our own ship; no one is coming to steer for us. 

2) Time Management

Effective time management involves making optimal use of your day and the supporting resources that can be summoned – you keep pace when your resources match your challenges. Time management is enhanced through appropriate goals and discerning what is both important and urgent, versus important or urgent. It entails knowing what you do best and when, and assembling the appropriate tools to accomplish specific tasks. 

3) Stress Management
By nature, societies tend to become more complex over time. In the face of increasing complexity, stress on the individual is inevitable. More people, distractions, and noise require each of us to become adept at maintaining tranquility and working ourselves out of pressure-filled situations. Most forms of multi-tasking ultimately increase our stress, versus focusing on one thing at a time. 

4) Change Management

In our fast-paced world, change is virtually the only constant. Continually adopting new methods and re-adapting others is vital to a successful career and a happy home life. Effective change management involves making periodic and concerted efforts to ensure that the volume and rate of change at work and at home does not overwhelm or defeat you. 

5) Technology Management

Effectively managing technology means ensuring that technology serves you, rather than abuses you. Technology has always been with us, since the first walking stick, flint, spear, and wheel. Now, the rate of change is accelerating, brought on by vendors seeking expanding market share. Often there is no choice but to keep up with the technological Joneses, but you must rule technology, not vice versa. 

6) Leisure Management

The most overlooked of the work-life balance supporting disciplines, leisure management acknowledges the importance of rest and relaxation- that one can’t short-change leisure, and that “time off” is a vital component of the human experience. Curiously, too much of the same leisure activity, however enjoyable, can lead to monotony. Thus, effective leisure management requires varying one’s activities. 

Intriguing facts about Singapore

Rudraksh Group Overseas Solutions can help you realize your dream of going to Singapore. It is considered to be one of the best immigration consultancies, offering world class services for your immigration needs.

Today Rudraksh Group is all set to tell you some amazing facts about Singapore.

Story of the Singapore Flag:  Red -  brotherhood and equality of men, White - purity and virtue. The crescent moon for a rising nation; five stars for Singapore’s ideals of democracy, peace, progress, justice and equality. However, the flag was originally not like this. It was originally all red, but as red is a traditionally Chinese color, an all red flag was abandoned.  The crescent was also added to acknowledge the important presence of the Malays in Singapore.

Judiciary System: Singapore does not have a jury system even though it primarily follows the British judiciary practice. The chief justice and other judges of the Supreme Court are appointed by the president on the advice of the prime minister who in turn, is required to consult the chief justice on his recommendations. Low Crime Rate: Rated second in personal safety after Luxembourg among world’s top 50 cities. (Mercer Human Resource Consulting, 2003) Capital Punishment: Anyone caught with more than 15 grams (weight of a quarter coin) of heroin faces a mandatory death penalty.

Nature: The Bukit Timah Hill is the highest natural point in Singapore at 538 feet tall. Yet, it contains more species of trees than the entire North American continent.

Lightning & Thunder: Singapore has one of the highest rate of lightning activity in the world (Average of 171 thunderstorm days per year). Being near the equator with a hot and humid climate are conditions for lightning and thunderstorm.

Chewing Gum: Chewing gum has been banned in Singapore since 1992 to keep its subway running on time after wads of gum, disposed of on train doors has caused disruption. However, since trade agreement with U.S, it is now made available to those with medical prescriptions.

Rudraksh Group reviews Switzerland living conditions

People fly to other countries in the hope of getting a better education or lead a life of high living standards. Although the foreign land is no less than a risky destination for anybody, but one cannot miss on the opportunity to explore the international culture, norms and living pattern because of certain risks and fears.

To make sure that you go to safest place on the Earth with almost zero crime rate, Rudraksh Group, Mohali, did some research on the matter and came up with the reasons to fly off to other Nations. Research of Rudraksh Group experts is here highlighting that why and how the Switzerland is the country with least crime rate and hence the most peaceful, tranquil and safe place to live.

Researchers found in governmental data that people indulged in criminal activities, hardly care about their surroundings along with damaged property and ruined streets in their environment. But the clean habits of Swiss people and their awareness towards their surroundings, is a scientific reason enough to authenticate its bottom touching crime rate.

Another reason that Rudraksh Group experts found behind lowered crime rate is the cold weather of the region, which keeps the nerves calm and composed. 216 policemen look after 100,000 people each, in Switzerland which is a number enough to control just 8 million people. So now you know what all Switzerland is good at apart from quality products, watches, knives, chocolates and cheese.

Rudraksh Group Overseas Solutions Mohali (Chandigarh) is one of the best immigration consultancies, which offer services for immigration needs. With experience of about two decades, Rudraksh Group, Chandigarh, has catered the needs of numerous people who dreamt to get settled abroad. They would not even charge you twice, as many immigration consultancies do by charging you and institutions overseas.

Some amazing facts about UK By Rudraksh Group

The Queen of the UK is the legal owner of one-sixth of the Earth's land surface.

In the UK, if you reach your 100th birthday, you get a personalized card from the Queen.

In the U.K., it is legal for kids over 5 years old to drink alcohol at home or on other private premises.

In the UK, accents change noticeably about every 25 miles (40km).

In the UK, all horses,ponies and donkeys must have a horse passport.

Passports issued by the UK, Sweden and Finland offer visa-free travel to more countries than any other passports.

The United Kingdom is the only union to not have its name on post.

Best MBA abroad countries for Indian Students

USA

This is where it all started for the MBA. It’s not surprise then that all these years later, an MBA in USA tops the charts for international (not just Indian) students. If you consider the infrastructure, resources and opportunities, America is the numero uno choice for a huge majority.

For students from India, there are a few reasons why USA is the best country for studying an MBA. There’s a large NRI population that’s been living in American for a long time (several generations in some cases). That means you have easy access to Indian stores, culture and people. Home sickness is easier to deal with.

American B schools have deeper pockets. Many of the MBA abroad scholarship stories (ranging from partial to full 100% tuition fee waivers) our clients have shared on this blog are from MBA programs in the U.S.

England (UK)

Though it’s been on the receiving end in recent times due to its new visa regime and the growing uncertainty about getting MBA jobs in the UK, England is still a good choice for folks looking for shorter duration (one year MBA) programs. Many good MBA programs are in or around London, the big hub of global business activity. Almost all the top international companies have a presence here.

The biggest MBA brand in the UK comes from London Business School. Then if you’d like to get the university brand to work for you as well, the ‘Oxbridge’ brands – Cambridge (Judge business School) and Oxford (Said Business School) are strong contenders to consider.

Canada

Compared to the U.S., though there aren’t as many top MBA schools in Canada to choose from, but for many Indians the post-graduation prospects look much better than in most other countries.

The big carrot that Canada offers MBA students is work permits, ranging from 1-3 years. Of course, that doesn’t guarantee a job. But it does offer the big psychological comfort of not getting kicked out of the country after spending a whole lot of time, effort and money that’s associated when you are studying abroad for an MBA or MS or PhD. The immigration process in Canada is also relatively simple.

Singapore

Being close to India and still offering an international experience in the class, make it a popular choice for cost conscious MBA students from India. In contrast to western countries, the time taken to fly down from Singapore to India and the costs of an airline ticket are manageable.

The top MBA programs in Singapore are National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang (NTU). Plus there is a big new draw in recent years – INSEAD Singapore campus. That’s a great way to get a top notch global MBA from Asia and reduce the overall costs. The cost of living in Singapore is lesser than staying in Europe.