R. M. Lala

A Life of J.R.D. Tata

Beyond the Last Blue Mountain

Author records his impressions about luminaries on eminent personalities predominantly of Indians from a wide variety of fields.

Encounters with the Eminent

A Touch of Greatness

The Art of Effective Giving

Tracing the history of Tata Steel, this book brings to life an account of the courage, vision and commitment of the men who created India's first modern industrial venture which was the fountainhead of its industrial growth

The Romance of Tata Steel

A Story of Sir Dorabji Tata Trust

The Heartbeat of a Trust

This work provides an account of how the Tatas have been at the forefront in the making of the Indian nation - not just by their achievements as industrialists and entrepreneurs but also by their contributions.

The Tatas from the 19th to the 21st Century

The Creation of Wealth

A book about how to donate money or fund causes and people in need In The Art of Effective Giving, R.M. Lala, director of the Sir Dorabji Tata Trust for eighteen years, shows how the choice to give enriched the lives of leading businessmen who practised philanthropy with the same passion that they showed as entrepreneurs. These pacesetters can serve as examples for us to follow in our own small ways, for compassion is greater than wealth and learning to care is all that is necessary to making a difference. The Art of Effective Giving is about spreading the circle of people willing to reach out to others - for the sheer joy of giving.

Daan Dene Ki Kala

Philanthropy, is becoming a hugh enterprise, with wealthy businessmen setting aside fortunes for worthy cause. Their targets are ambitious: no less than the removal of disease, disparity and deprivation on a vast scale that even governments may not be able to tackle. Thus, Bill Gates is striving to eradicate AIDS and Azim Premji is donating billions towards improving primary school education. And the Tatas have been running a host of institutions that have made a positive difference in the lives of thousands over the decades. In The Art of Effective Giving, R.M. Lala, director of the Sir Dorabji Tata Trust for eighteen years, shows how the choice to give enriched the lives of leading businessmen who practised philanthropy with the same passion that they showed as entrepreneurs. These pacesetters can serve as examples for us to follow in our own small ways. For compassion is greater than wealth, and learning to care is all that is necessary to make a difference. The Art of Effective Giving is about spreading the circle of people willing to reach out to others - for the sheer joy of giving.

The Art Of Effective Giving

There is a pilgrim soul in all of us, an inner searching that continues throughout our lives For lack of a purpose, millions in despair seek refuge in unbridled consumerism, drugs, alcohol, crime or antisocial behaviour. From times immemorial, man has striven to know his place in this bewildering world, find a direction and pursue a purpose higher than his own advancement. In this book, R.M. Lala addresses these issues through the medium of great lives like Abraham Lincoln, Albert Schweitzer, Emperor Asoka, Vinoba Bhave, Mother Teresa, Nelson Mandela, Narayana and Sudha Murthy and others. He highlights the difference between ambition and purpose, career and purpose, and indicates how understanding this lies at the core of understanding oneself. This inspirational and motivational work shows how each of us can find a purpose satisfying to ourselves and meaningful to others.

Finding A Purpose In Life : 26 People Who Inspired The World

What makes for great leadership? Can it be learnt? If so, what are the essential value and qualities that go into its making? By studying the lives, successes and failures of some of mankind’s greatest leaders, the author identifies thirteen qualities of leadership: ● Communication ● Compassion ● Competence ● Courage ● Decision-making ● Humility ● Integrity ● Man-management ● Purpose ● Stamina ● Teamwork ● Training, and ● Vision The importance of each of these qualities is highlighted by examples from the lives of outstanding leaders. In a time of increasing ethical ambivalence, the new chapter on J. R. D. Tata's business ethics is particularly illuminating. It brings out the wide canvas on which this titan of Indian industry chose to both define and practice ethics with remarkable business success. The instances of great leaders chosen by the author are drawn from different walks of life and the rich insights and understandings offered by the book would benefit leaders in every field of human endeavour, whether it be business, military, public service or education. REVIEWS “ …delightful – and more importantly thoughtful – book ... Lala writes with conviction and sincerity ... those who think they are ‘leaders’ should read this book.” — MV Kamath in The Times of India “The subject is fascinating ... and Russi Lala’s fresh approach had made it extremely interesting.” — JRD Tata “ … excellent book ... he has made a great study of this subject.” — Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw

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