New year, new goals, new targets—the corporate machinery roars back to life. But amidst all the forward-looking energy, here’s a…
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Industrial technology companies occupy a peculiar position. They operate at the intersection of digital, physical and industrial systems—where software meets…
By 2026, the centre of gravity in human resources will shift decisively. Artificial intelligence (AI) will no longer sit at…
Most fast-growing companies approach talent management predictably. As headcount expands, HR departments implement structured frameworks borrowed from larger organisations—standardised performance…
What is beatification? Beatification, in HR terms, is the process of recognising and honouring employees who exemplify company values—elevating them…
Most organisations today speak the language of diversity with ease. Vision statements are polished, intent is clearly articulated and hiring…
Somewhere between 1,80,000 tech layoffs globally and the invention of ‘job-hugging’ as a workplace trend, 2025 became the year Indian…
If HR skills had a wardrobe, the last decade would have forced a ruthless clean-out. You know the kind—pieces you…
The warrior princess Known to be fearless, Rajita Singh learnt to speak up, stand her ground and take on tough…
Father Christmas and human resources managers share an affliction that surfaces each December: list anxiety. Whilst one frets over toy…
Consumer durables occupy peculiar territory. Products have long replacement cycles, brand loyalty matters immensely, and distribution requires deep understanding of…
India leads the world in AI adoption at work. Its talent health score stands at 82 out of 100—dramatically above…
What is fauxductivity? Fauxductivity is the illusion of productivity—when employees appear busy without delivering meaningful results. They attend endless meetings,…
On most workdays, the modern professional begins with a familiar ritual: scanning a calendar packed with overlapping meetings, confronting a…
A fintech startup CEO recently hired a CHRO from a Fortune 500 bank. Twenty years’ experience, managed 5,000+ employees, built…
Quiet quitting rarely walks into a workplace with a warning sign. It doesn’t announce itself through resignation emails or heated…
There’s a popular myth around the CHRO role—that once you get there, you’ve “arrived”. The title is shiny, the seat…
From the magic of numbers to the dynamics of people Richa Chatterjee was studying Mathematics when the fascination for human…
Company: BrightPath EdTech (fictitious), an education technology startup building adaptive learning platforms for K-12 students. Background: BrightPath is hiring a…
Technology consulting operates at brutal velocity. Client expectations shift mid-engagement, technology stacks evolve quarterly, and delivery models reinvent themselves annually.…
Gen Z enters the workforce with striking clarity about their futures. Eighty-five per cent consider long-term career goals when evaluating…
What are headwinds? Headwinds refer to obstacles or forces that slow progress. In business and HR, they are challenges—economic downturns,…
Most organisations build HR infrastructure after establishing business operations. First comes market strategy, brand positioning, and revenue targets. Then, often…
Artificial intelligence has quietly but decisively entered the hiring room. From screening resumes and scheduling interviews to predicting role fit…
If careers came with a user manual, the first chapter would probably read: “Congratulations on your new role. Please note…
Breaking down complexity The world is full of complexity, Padmaja Palekar learnt early in her HR career. Her advice to…