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,...
Culture rejuvenation at Barco
Last year, Barco stepped into the software as a service (SaaS) business model, where its has introduced a subscription based model for its technology...
How Oyo benchmarked its exit process
The term ‘layoff’ finds its way into newspapers and headlines quite often these days. A humane approach to the exercise is becoming a hot...
Shift in organisational culture requires collaborative effort
Workplace culture defines the character of an organisation, and it is this character that makes it unique and different from others. Organisational culture constitutes...
Will managers lose ‘relevance’ in the new normal?
The coronavirus pandemic and the resulting lockdown have been great disruptors. While some disruptions have been really damaging, others have been for the good....
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,...
Do employers buy sob stories on social media?
Last week, we stumbled upon a post in a popular social-media networking site for professionals. This is how the post read: -
“I was sacked...
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...
How Ola is developing an entrepreneurial mindset among its employees
Nurturing talent and innovation is what every company desires to do. It is a goal that all organisations try to work towards. Ola, the...
JK Cement pursues HR transformation with Saksham
Project Saksham is about revisiting and re-defining the strategic imperatives for the organisation for the next five years.
Mahindra & Mahindra’s secret to being a great employer: Inclusion at the deepest level
People in the company always know how crucial they are to the success of the organisation and how they fit into the scheme of things.
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....
I don’t need plan B
Not having a plan B at all means sticking to plan A and persevering to make it succeed, because the path is challenging and...
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...
Insight: How Japan is trying to change its ‘salaryman culture’
Companies have now become lenient and are asking employees to leave on time as the government is pushing for a healthy work culture.
Are you ready to leverage the multi-generational workforce of future?
The workforce is changing rapidly because of the widening gap between the four generations working under one roof. While organisations are preparing themselves to...
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...
Are employees in a promoter-led organisation more driven and loyal?
While an empowering organisational culture surely does drive employees and makes them loyal, companies with greater influence of promoters witness faster decision-making, which, in turn, motivates employees.
Ushering a cultural shift: Why workplaces are changing for good!
Ask any individual who has been part of the corporate workforce for around two decades, and they will tell you that the most indistinguishable...
GSK says ‘No’ to cabins and cubicles
The open office culture in Gurgaon, which is second after Philadelphia, is expected to boost collaboration and productivity at GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare .
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 IBM looks at diversity and inclusion
Inclusivity is an innate part of IBM’s organisational culture and is made possible by focussed groups led by diversity champions across functions.
How Asian Paints grooms its future leaders
Asian Paints is one home-grown company, which has nurtured and produced many leaders, for the industry and across sectors be it retail, FMCG or paints.
Mahindra Group employees pledge 750,000 hours of community service
To commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Mahindra Group, its employees pledged to contribute 750,000 hours of voluntary community service. The campaign called ‘My...
Apollo Munich Health Insurance: Bringing some fun into the workplace
Fun at work is not just essential but an innate part of AMHI’s culture.
Communication analytics: A measured approach to culture transformation
‘Culture is the new currency’ is a trendy phrase these days. The expression is used to understand the importance of culture in fetching, fascinating...
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...
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...
Tata Steel: Journey through excellence in talent acquisition
Tata Steel, part of the Tata Group, is a multinational steel-making company headquartered in Mumbai, India. It is one of the world's leading steel...
Ikea to train 3,000 in AI
Ikea has committed to an ambitious initiative: equipping approximately 3,000 co-workers and 500 leaders with the essential skills in artificial intelligence (AI).
These training programmes...
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800 let go at ExlService Holdings
ExlService Holdings, a US-based digital services provider, is undergoing restructuring, resulting in the layoff of approximately 800 employees. The decision will impact about two...
Why male allies are key to gender parity
The tide is turning. The glass ceiling, once a formidable barrier, is starting to crack. But this shift isn’t driven solely by the relentless...
TCS attrition cools as top performers rewarded
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) reported a modest improvement in employee retention for the fourth quarter ending March 31, 2024. The attrition rate dipped to...
Tata Steel workers in the UK vote in favour of strike
Members of Unite, the workers' union in Britain, have voted in favour of calling a strike against the closure of blast furnaces by Tata...
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....
