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  • Harvard University Press: Financial Intelligence
    CFO.com "It's like The Elements of Style of finance." Book Description Understanding the Financials—and What Lies Behind Them Managers in every business are expected to use financial data to make decisions, allocate resources, and budget expenses. But the truth is, many are uncomfortable applying the most basic financial tools in their day-to-day work. Even managers who consider themselves financially savvy may not understand what goes into a financial statement, and so may take the numbers as gospel when they should be questioning them. In Financial Intelligence, Karen Berman and Joe Knight present the essentials of finance, but with an extra dimension. Succinct, easy-to-read chapters teach the fundamentals in a way that everyone can understand and put to work right away. But the authors also take you behind the scenes, to show where the numbers come from. Since nobody can quantify everything, accountants and finance executives always rely on estimates, assumptions, and judgment calls, which can skew the numbers in one direction or another. This book helps you recognize and understand those biases, challenge or correct for them when necessary, and use this information to be a better manager. Based on their work training tens of thousands of managers and employees at many leading organizations, Berman and Knight provide readers with a deep understanding of: The basics of financial measurement: reading income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and moreThe art of finance: separating hard data from assumptions and estimatesThe mechanics of analysis: calculating ratios, return on investment, and working capitalCash and profit: knowing the difference between them, and why cash is suddenly the "hot" number in corporate boardrooms and on Wall StreetFinancial literacy and transparency: recognizing how they can boost performance Accessible, jargon-free, and filled with entertaining stories from real companies, Financial Intelligence will help nonfinancial managers add substantially more to their companies’—and their own—success. If you have ever wanted to "talk numbers" confidently with your colleagues, this is the book for you. (*****)
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Friday, November 26, 2004

1 year ago, today..

I saw you and your 2 friends at KLCC on a sweet Thursday a year ago. Back then the formal address I used was 'bimbo'.

1 year has passed and guess what? nothing's changed.

Its sad but its also true, your a part of me I can't let go.

A good friend of mine told me today that I should really do what I want to do and be what I want to be. It seems all so possible but then again at this young age, most of us are fooled with materialised wealth.

It's not the wealth we have today that guarantees a strong and loving life together, it's the wealth of love and care that we create that ensures the journey ahead.

Ku Keys

Posted by MZZ on Friday, November 26, 2004 at 09:34 PM in Current Affairs | | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)

Thursday, November 25, 2004

Birthdays

What is it about Birthdays that make it a special occasion? I mean fine, you were born 27 years ago but what's the big deal?

I can't answer the question but one thing for sure is, Birthdays are a lot of fun when your 6!

I remember very clearly when literally swamps of family and friends attending my birthday parties through the ages of 1 to 12. It wasn't the cakes, it wasnt the sweets neither were they the presents, it was pure fun and amongst the joys of being a kid. It was also times where materialism didn't matter and people were together. All in one sentence, the 80's rock.

Stinking of gym sweat as I am continuing writing, Birthdays are most meaningful when celebrated with your parents. You'd be thanking your lucky stars for them, otherwise our very existence would be diminished.

Last but not least, do enjoy your birthdays regardless of race, religion or materialised wealth.

Ku Keys!

Posted by MZZ on Thursday, November 25, 2004 at 01:36 PM in Current Affairs | | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

Friday, November 19, 2004

Good Times

A lot of workers in our working class system complain that times are bad and business is slow for the time being.

I have to disagree though, it is during these times that we really appreciate our basic needs and prime values. It is during these times that we recognise hardship and sacrfice in which the needy and poor face each day. It is during Ramadhan that you see people coming together.

Would'nt it be ideal if we could continue the habits and values of Ramadhan through out the year?

It is Syawal now as we all know, lets make a start towards real change..

DZ

Posted by MZZ on Friday, November 19, 2004 at 02:31 PM in Food and Drink | | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

Tuesday, November 16, 2004

ONE United Front.

Hello Planet EARTH,

Its the third day of Eid Mubarak and things are really kicking around. Spirits are up and physiology conditions are best.

Do you remember the 80's? Feels like the same sort of happiness and relaxation, just that its end 2004.

Let's welcome 2005 with a hearty and joyous sensation!

Had an experience of 'Meet Joe's Parents' at a local President and CEO's open house. Boy are they heartfelt.

I see the ring Aunty.

And uncle, great PR!

DZ

Posted by MZZ on Tuesday, November 16, 2004 at 11:58 AM in Current Affairs | | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

Thursday, November 11, 2004

Family as ONE

The aftermath is over. Beauty and happiness is here.

I thank god for giving me the privillege to write tonight. I thank god for the family that I have. I thank god.

Ramadhan is indeed the best month of the year. It proved itself with true distinction. We can only hope the months to come are as beautiful and peaceful as this.

To the merry Muslims whom shall be travelling back to their 'roots', a safe journey to you all.

To Muslims whom shall be in the city during Aidil Fitri, All praises and thanks to our 1 and only god , Allah S.W.T.

May we spend a prosperous, peaceful and memorable eid together.

I am back in full effect.

AllahhuAkbar!

Posted by MZZ on Thursday, November 11, 2004 at 01:46 PM in Religion | | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)