Business Sutra  (English, Paperback, Pattanaik Devdutt)

I received this book yesterday and was riveted right away - I am a keen follower of HBR and was very keen to read this as soon as I read the review in The Hindu. I pre-ordered this book and it was promptly delivered with tracking updates sent to my mobile in a timely fashion - Thanks Flipkart.

Now on to the book itself - I think Devdutt has captured the essence of his arguments / beliefs very well - He builds credibility about himself, right upfront. Then drives home the point of WHY we nee...

This book is definitely a good read.

But certain disclaimers to the readers.
1. Unless you like a little bit of mythology and are inclined towards spirituality this may not be the right book for you
2. This is one book which needs a little knowledge of Hindu gods otherwise it may be a bouncer at many places

Overall a good read and keeps you interested across the pages. At some points I found the author's views biased but that is a personal perspective.

Take it in a little light and refre...

Well researched - Devdutt superbly draws allegories between stories and themes in Indian mythology with common dilemmas facing the Indian manager. Often it is easy to identify ourselves & our dilemmas with the characters & events in Indian mythology- simply because this reflects the very essence of our culture and who we are. Hence it is easy to look at these allegories and find an instant connection to our own dilemmas & situations in the corporate world. If you an Indian manager - it is a m...