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“Employees are not just professionals but individuals with multifaceted lives,” Shailesh...

Talent tango: Fresh faces, sharp skills, or tech triumph? HR’s 2024 balancing act In the dynamic realm of human resources, the central theme for 2024...

Iqbal Mir is now VP-HR, Max Life Insurance

Max Life Insurance Company has appointed Iqbal Mir as vice president-HR. He moves from Bajaj AllianzL Life Insurance, where he was deputy vice president-HR...

Why Gen Y risks neglect amidst Gen X – Gen Z...

While the narrative often revolves around the tech-savvy Gen Z and the seasoned Gen X, a generation risks getting squeezed in the middle: Generation...

How ‘Quiet’ trends reshaped the workplace in 2023

The year 2023 wasn’t just marked by roaring inflation and geopolitical tremors; it also witnessed a subtler earthquake within the workforce – the rise...

In the age of AI, is college degree still a must...

In this highly-competitive job market, individuals often contemplate the necessity of obtaining a graduate degree to secure white-collar positions. The traditional notion that a...

Havells India ropes in Preemita Singh as EVP & CHRO

After heading human resources for Hero Fincorp and its subsidiaries, as chief human resources officer (CHRO) for over four years, Preemita Singh has joined...

Should new employees ignore the culture mismatch?

Bringing one’s whole self to work is one of the proven ways to feel more comfortable, confident and engaged in any given role. It simply...

Max Life Insurance’s Sakshi Khosla joins CBRE India as head of...

CBRE India, a rea- estate consulting firm has hired Sakshi Khosla as its new head of people. In this role, Khosla will work with...

Why hyper-personalising employee rewards & benefits calls for caution

Customising employee rewards & benefits is welcome, but organisations must manage and strategise the process with care, point out HR leaders. The importance of rewarding...

How twitter’s acquisition by Elon Musk could bring a change in...

The dramatic acquisition of Twitter by Elon Musk was finally concluded on 27 October 2022. The process had actually begun in April 2022 but was...

Best practices in automation & digitisation from an HR perspective

Arguably the biggest workplace disruptor in recent decades, the COVID-19 pandemic and ensuing lockdowns impelled organisations to embrace several next-generation automation technologies. According to...

How does the CEO-CFO-CHRO trio drive a talent-first organisation?

The equation seems to have changed. Among the direct reportees to the CEO, the CFO used to be the closest confidante. The reason being,...

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...

How Max Life Insurance is bridging the generational gap in staff

In India, most discussions and initiatives pertaining to diversity always boils down to gender diversity. However, ‘diversity’ is not just restricted to gender alone,...

How Stockdale Paradox will help leaders survive this pandemic

While wishing a ‘happy new year’ to everyone today, we can only hope that 2022 really turns out to be a happy one. Why?...

Has Omicron disrupted India Inc’s workspace again?

Looks like the COVID-19 virus and its n number of mutations will ruin our transition into the New Year yet again. The Omicron variant...

Why talent from small town india is more stable

All big Indian and multinational giants have their presence in tier 1 cities and the metros. Naturally, the job opportunities in these locations are...

Why India Inc. is wary of hiring from PSUs

The news of Air India all set to be taken over by Tata Sons has grabbed headlines over the past few days. Naturally, speculations...

“Happiness lies in the moment of truth,” Shailesh Singh, chief people...

Happiness@work is a regular series, where HRKatha talks about how companies are ensuring happiness at work. With work stress and employees’ mental wellbeing becoming...

Does hiring a star CHRO impact the employer brand?

Given the name and fame that back star leaders, the organisations that hire them definitely stand to gain. Not only does their reputation get...

CARS24 gets Mrinal Sinha as its new CHRO

CARS24, an e-commerce platform for pre-owned vehicles, has appointed Mrinal Sinha as its chief human resources officer. He will be based out of Gurgaon....

How to develop internal marketplace

The need for developing an internal talent marketplace was felt more than ever before during the pandemic. Companies faced a major issue in redeploying...

The Great HR Debate – What does the iterative talent marketplace...

The need for developing an internal talent marketplace was felt more than ever before during the pandemic. Companies faced a major issue in redeploying...

Are we crossing boundaries while digitally monitoring employees?

It is natural for organisations to want to monitor their employees in some way or the other irrespective of one is working from office...

Companies reset ‘soft skill parameters’ for remote working

It’s now given that ‘work from home’ is here to stay for ever or for long. In fact, many organisations in the technology space...

How has the pandemic changed caregiver benefits?

COVID-19 has been fatal, but also highly educational. Since the situation was unprecedented and no one had any experience of dealing with such circumstances,...

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...
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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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Freixenet to cut 80% roles

In a stark response to the relentless drought crippling Catalonia's Penedes region, Freixenet, the Spanish cava (wine) producer, unveils a drastic plan. The company...

Now an AI tool to predict when new joinees/freshers will quit

Naruhiko Shiratori, professor, Tokyo City University along with a Japanese startup, are working on developing an artificial intelligence tool that will predict when a...

Nike lets go 740 from Oregan HQ to cut costs

Sportswear firm, Nike is all set to reduce staff strength at its Oregon headquarters by 740. This is part of a cost-cutting exercise because...

Did Lufthansa incur huge losses due to strikes by staff?

Lufthansa Group apparently posted losses to the tune of €849 million in March 2024, whereas its losses in Q1 of 2023 were only €273...

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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....
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