Tag: New Skills
A third of Indians unsure of ability to learn new skills
Are Indian professionals ready to embrace artificial intelligence (AI)? A PwC survey last year did reveal that professionals in India were expecting the impact...
Impact of AI on employment: What is the truth?
Much has been talked and written about on the effect of AI on employment and jobs. The early soothsayers predicted that AI will take...
Automation isn’t killing jobs – it’s transforming them: Infosys to hire...
Like last year, Infosys plans to hire about 20,000 engineers from campuses across the nation; skills sought this time, though, are different.
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Engagement is outdated: The future of success lies in ‘employee involvement’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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Navendu Shekhar named head HR at India Today
After serving as director-HR (business, strategy and corporate functions) at Cashree Payments for well over two and a half years, Navendu Shekhar has joined...
Whirlpool announces global workforce reduction
Whirlpool Corp, the home appliances manufacturer, has unveiled plans to slash roles globally. The company is set to axe approximately 1,000 salaried positions worldwide,...
Why did Microsoft’s director-L&D lose his job?
Why does Jeff Bogdan’s status on LinkedIn say ‘#OpenToWork’? Well, Bogdan who was the director of learning and development (L&D) at Microsoft, has been...
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...
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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....
