Marico unveils ‘The Marico Way’: Refreshed culture for future growth
Marico, a prominent FMCG company in India, unveils ‘The Marico Way’, a distinctive identity amalgamating purpose, ethos, and refreshed values. This strategic initiative underscores...
Puretech Digital launches People Vision, an aspirational chart for its employees
Puretech Digital, the Mumbai-based full-service digital agency has announced the launch of People Vision, an aspirational chart for its employees. Like a Company’s vision,...
Why companies need to have their own signature culture
For the success of any business, the culture of the company is as important as the business strategy. They say, “The company culture eats...
How Crompton is using the ‘Power of Language’ to create a high-engagement culture
In 2020, a book called ‘Leadership is a Language’ was released, which emphasised on how interplay of words and language played a big role...
How to implement a strategic culture change in an organisation
Culture is built over the years by the people of the organisation. It starts with the first bunch of employees and it keep shaping...
Is digital transformation less about technology & more about mindset?
It was in 2011 that GE endeavoured to initiate a digital transformation effort. The Company started a new venture called GE Digital, in 2015,...
‘One company, one culture’ is a myth
Many organisation boast about having ‘one company one culture’. Big conglomerates with diverse businesses have often said that even if they have diverse businesses,...
Is the company culture under threat?
Many of us have not met our colleagues, subordinates and friends at work for a long time now. Yes, we are all interacting virtually,...
Attrition is infectious: how to deal with it
Employees usually subscribe to a social group in an organisation. It could be a senior they look up to or just peers who hang...
How managers can keep proximity bias at bay amidst hybrid working
Globally, many tech firms have allowed their employees to work from home permanently even after the pandemic ends. A recent example is of Facebook,...
How HR deals with workplace misunderstandings
Misunderstanding at the workplace are rather common. With so many individuals from different backgrounds, bringing with them varied perspectives and ideas, there is bound...
How bigger organisations can also see visible results through ‘culture add’
In the ever evolving and competitive business setup, it is important to stay relevant and keep evolving with time. Just as technology systems need...
Who’s finding it difficult in the new hybrid world of work: GenX, GenY or...
The world of work has changed since March 2020, and in the last 14 months, people have adapted to remote working or hybrid working...
Are colleagues family, friends or just teammates?
An email sent by Shopify CEO, Tobi Lütke, to the mangers of the Company last August created a lot of commotion and chatter in...
Pandemic bonding at workplace
Now that we are into the second year of the pandemic, we can only hope for things to go well in the coming year....
Jana Small Finance Bank breaks physical barriers between senior leaders and staff
In these tough times, to build better collaboration and move towards building an open office culture, Jana Small Finance Bank has decided to restructure...
Desi HR in a foreign land: Five tips to succeed
Managing HR in a foreign land is not an easy task, especially for people who have majorly spent their time working in homeland. So,...
How ‘bad hires’ can be transformed into ‘star performers’
Matrimony.com’s chief human resource officer, Rajesh Balaji recalls a case, where a new joinee as HRBP appeared to be arrogant, unresponsive, pushing the manager,...
Has pandemic curbed the sycophants?
It is still debatable whether or not such individuals are significant to an organisation, but sycophants are found in every organisation and in every...
From ‘survive’ to ‘thrive’ – How to transform organisational outlook
Now that we are in the year 2021, we are a little more certain and confident that things are changing, and that too, for...
Why ‘micromanagement’ as a managerial trait is hard to do away with
Micromanagement of employees has often been frowned upon. Timed breaks, strict lunch hours and scheduled targets — keeping a tab on the staff all...
Cultural transposition: Why organisations should also adapt to people’s style
When new talent is acquired by any organisation, helping the new recruits become familiar with the existing culture, behaviour, environment and operational methodology of...
Tata Starbucks: Riding the wave of values & culture
Despite layoffs and salary cuts giving sleepless nights to employees and employers across industries in 2020, Tata Starbucks did not resort to any of...
Why should failure be encouraged to maintain a happy work culture?
If we imagine ourselves as a collection of experiences, will we devalue failure as much? Not really. When we talk about success, we tend...
How ‘Celebrating Values’ at Alkem is promoting a healthier work culture
Alkem Laboratories has always given a unique spin to its employee-engagement initiatives, and as this year comes to a wrap, it has embarked on...
Sandeep Bakhshi completes 2 years as MD & CEO; gives ICICI Bank a work...
Sandeep Bakhshi, ICICI Bank’s MD and CEO has been spearheading, India’s largest private sector bank, ICICI Bank for the last two years. His able...
How this energy company is championing employee inclusivity & engagement
In today’s competitive business landscape, fostering an inclusive and engaging work environment is not just a feel-good initiative; it’s a strategic imperative. Jakson Green,...
Trident’s Asmita leaves blossom into inclusive workplaces
Forget the tired trope of corporate activism. In the heart of India's textile industry, Trident, a manufacturing company, is quietly weaving a revolution in...
Harness.io: Cultivating a talent powerhouse in the tech crucible
The tech scene, be it in India or San Francisco, is equally crucible, fiercely competitive and unforgiving. In both the landscapes, attracting and retaining...
Engagement is outdated: The future of success lies in ‘employee involvement’
In the ever-evolving landscape of the contemporary workplace, a profound metamorphosis is underway, challenging the conventional emphasis on employee engagement. This paradigm shift posits...
Revolut to expand global team by 40% in 2024
Revolut, the UK-based challenger bank, has announced plans to bolster its workforce by 40 per cent in 2024. The aim is to reach approximately...
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Uncertainty continues for Byju’s staff; next NCLT hearing on 6 June
With the National Company Law Tribunal fixing the next hearing of the Byju’s case on 6 June, the employees continue to be uncertain of...
HDFC announced Rs 1,500 crore to staff under ex-gratia
In the wake of a remarkable performance in the fourth quarter of FY24, HDFC Bank has announced an ex-gratia payment totaling approximately Rs 1,500...
The ethics of employee monitoring
Case - XYZ manufacturing company recently implemented a comprehensive employee monitoring system to increase productivity and ensure data security. However, the move sparked concerns...
H-1B visa holders can fight visa-denial case if employers commit fraud
If Indian H-1B visa holders find that their visa is about to be revoked just because their employer has been found to have indulged...
DIALOGUE
Data analytics and not technology will redefine HR
Q. How satisfying has been your professional journey of 39 years?
A. It has been a bagful of mixed experiences. At times I have been...
EQ, IQ & empathy define the success of a CEO
Q. You spent 16 years at LIC before moving to a corporate role at ICICI Prudential. Now, 22 years on, I am still curious...
“The big change has been that we have moved from jobs to skills,” Amaresh...
Q. How would you define the culture at GE?
A. Having been present in this region since 1902, GE has been around for 120 years....
