Tag: paid leave
93% of new-collar workers prefer formal job with health benefits
When asked whether they would choose a job with health benefits and a formal agreement over one without a contract, a whopping 93 per...
44% workers feel they are underpaid
About 44 per cent workers believe they are underpaid for their job, as per a global survey. Among the over 32,000 workers surveyed across...
Menstrual leaves for women staff of AU Small Finance Bank
That diversity and inclusion are important for AU Small Finance Bank is clear from the recent announcement of the menstrual leave policy for women...
Pink Lemonade offers staff unlimited paid leave, work from anywhere
In a bid to become more people-centric, Pink Lemonade Communications, the global full-service, integrated marketing and communications agency, is allowing its employees unlimited paid...
Facebook will allow victims of domestic violence to avail paid leave
Employees of Facebook who fall victim to domestic violence or sexual assault will be able to avail up to 20 days of additional paid...
TresVista offers Rs 10K as WFH setup reimbursement to staff
TresVista has taken several employee-friendly measures in the right direction, to support them through the pandemic, and sail through the remote-working situation. The Bangalore-based...
Goldman Sachs rolls out special leave for employees in UK amidst...
The investment banking and financial services provider has allowed its staff to avail the leave to take care of sick family members or friends,...
Employee Benefits: Are they valued and appreciated?
Many employers feel that their employees do not really understand the benefits that are offered to them. It is hard to believe, but the...
Japanese company offers incentive to non-smokers
A company in Tokyo has come up with an innovative way to discourage smoking. It provides six extra paid leaves to those employees who...
Apple offers additional benefits to new parents in its workforce
Technology company, Apple, has rolled out additional benefits for new parents in its workforce. It is offering them a four-week extension over and above...
Johnson & Johnson India’s employees to now enjoy eight weeks paid...
The facility can be availed by new and adoptive fathers in the first year
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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Over 6,000 to go from Tesla’s Texas and California plants
On 16 April Tesla had revealed its intention to let go 10 per cent of its workforce, affecting about 14,000 employees, globally.
Now, specific numbers...
The ethics of employee monitoring
Case - XYZ manufacturing company recently implemented a comprehensive employee monitoring system to increase productivity and ensure data security. However, the move sparked concerns...
Google CEO urges respectful disagreement as protests erupt
The past few days have seen internal tensions rise at Google. Employee protests against the company’s business dealings with Israel resulted in nine arrests...
Pragya Misra first to be part of OpenAI team India
Pragya Misra is the first to be hired by OpenAI in India. She will reportedly help with establishing and maintaining government relations as OpenAI...
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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....
