Tag: Amit Das
“Empathy must accompany transparency,” Amit Das
Talent tango: Fresh faces, sharp skills, or tech triumph? HR’s 2024 balancing act
Each element deserves a spotlight, but in 2024, orchestrating their interplay will...
How can employees overcome past-experience stigma?
In the fast-growing education technology industry, some companies have worked up a reputation for their toxic work culture, mass layoffs and often brutal firing...
Hybrid: Will solos be better off working remotely & team players...
When organisations began initiating return to office in 2022, many employees refused to give up the convenience of remote work. The hybrid model was...
Why do leaders and employees hold different views on flexible/hybrid working?
Bob Iger, CEO, Disney, has mandated that employees return to the office for at least four days a week starting March 2023. Iger's reasoning...
How laid-off tech talent can be leveraged by non-tech sectors
In recent months, the tech industry has seen a significant number of layoffs as companies adjust to the economic impact of the pandemic. While...
Why some inclusive leaders are more successful
How inclusive a team is depends on the leadership. Inclusive leaders take their team members along with them, irrespective of their culture, gender, faith,...
Why do we need a chief encouragement officer?
Encouragement at the workplace is the most underrated concept. Is it necessary? Yes, of course.
Is it provided? No, not really. Leaders today also need...
Is reinventing jobs easier said than done in an automated world?
How do we humans perceive machines and robots? Either we see them as big threats or as great friends that will make our lives...
Office politics can be constructive too
The term ‘office politics’ is always associated with negativity. Not surprising, since it usually refers to incidents involving one person trying to hurt or...
Manager or employee; who is responsible for a smooth feedback session?
Giving critical feedback to an employee is the most difficult thing to do for any manager. Why? Because as human beings, our big egos...
Why companies need to focus on holistic employee wellbeing
Let’s go back a little in history.
Prior to the introduction of the Employees’ State Insurance Act, 1948, under the Ministry of Labour and Employment,...
“Metaverse will be a pillar in the way we work,” Amit...
A big change in 2022
The pandemic presented an opportunity to build a digital workforce. We all know that the biggest barrier for any transformation...
How leaders can be empathetic & emotional without compromising professionalism
Leaders are expected to be empathetic and kind toward their employees. To get the best performance out of those working under them, leaders have...
How will metaverse change learning in an organisation?
Metaverse has long existed as a far-flung utopian idea rather than an achievable reality. Writer Neal Stephenson coined the term ‘metaverse’ in 1992 in...
Stay interviews are here to stay
The Great Resignation has brought in significant changes to the way the HR operates, particularly to the retention strategy of companies. Added bonuses and...
Promotions are always welcome, or are they?
It’s a universal fact that employees expect to be rewarded for their work. Promotions are perceived as the best way to acknowledge employees’ growth...
What’s the ideal first job duration for the ‘career nomad’?
Traditionally speaking, a person’s first job gives them an avenue to explore their capabilities and build the necessary skills to succeed in their professional...
How to train managers to deal with problematic employees
There are occasions when managers have to deal with subordinates or colleagues, who become a cause for concern. The reasons could be many —...
Why the effect of mindfulness changes as we move from Asia...
Mindfulness is an old practice that originated in the Buddhist culture. From a culture point of view, the behaviours and characteristics of people in...
Can humans be fired by a bot?
A Bloomberg report claims that an employee who spent four years delivering packages for Amazon, as a contract driver in Phoenix, suddenly got axed....
Contrary to the belief, managers have gained more importance now
At the beginning of the lockdown, there were several predictions on how the new world of work would drastically change. Among the several predictions...
Hire laid off employees, but with caution
The US State of California, recently passed a new law which makes it mandatory for all companies in the hospitality sector to rehire the...
Location Bias: It matters which part of the town one comes...
A LinkedIn user who is a recruiter, mentioned an experience wherein she got to hear something shocking from her client. She reveals that the...
“On-demand organisational structure will be a reality,” Amit Das
2020: What to learn – what to erase
We witnessed a simultaneous transformation of work, workforce and workplace in 2020. Organisations were compelled to be...
Even leaders need work-life balance
When we think of a CEO or CFO or any senior leader of an organisation, do we picture them with a cape or wings...
How are organisations mapping talent in the era of AI?
Talent mapping in a large organisation with thousands of employees is almost like hunting for a needle in a haystack. To map the right...
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...
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...
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Wipro’s headcount dropped by 6,180 employees in sixth quarter
Wipro's employee strength has decreased for the sixth consecutive quarter. As revealed by the IT services giant's financial report for the period spanning January...
Harleen Kaur takes on CHRO role at APEX Acreages
Harleen Kaur is CHRO, APEX Acreages with her appointment being implemented with effect from February 2024.
Singh brings to the table more than two decades...
Toshiba to let go 5000 in Japan
Toshiba is contemplating a significant downsizing of its workforce in Japan, eyeing a reduction of about 5,000 positions. The move is said to affect...
Why is Samsung embracing a 6-day workweek?
Executives at Samsung Electronics will be working six days a week. That is, in addition to the five days of work, they will now...
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....
