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21 January 2026 was witness to the National HRD Network (NHRDN) – Delhi & NCR Chapter hosting the HR Leaders…
National HRD Network (NHRDN)—the Indian association of professionals working to promote the human resource development movement and further building on…
For decades, Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) were the corporate world’s equivalent of alchemy—turning ordinary employees into company shareholders and…
In ancient Greece, people with a broad range of knowledge and skills across various disciplines were highly valued. They were…
The most dangerous leadership crisis may be the one that makes no sound at all. Across India’s corporate landscape, a…
Picture this: A resignation letter lands on a manager’s desk. Instead of the usual polite formalities, it contains a scathing…
Optimism is often hailed as a hallmark of effective leadership. It can inspire teams, drive innovation, and foster a positive…
Aditi, a rising star in the marketing world, found herself caught in a familiar predicament. Promoted to a leadership role…
Organisational cultures are intricate ecosystems, and within them, subcultures naturally emerge. These smaller groups, characterised by distinct norms, values, or…
The annual performance review, once the cornerstone of organisational appraisal, has devolved into a bureaucratic ritual, often dreaded by employees…
Habits are the silent puppeteers of our lives. They streamline our routines, boost efficiency, and turn complex tasks into muscle…
The commanding leadership style, once lauded for its decisiveness and efficiency, is facing an uphill battle with younger generations. Gen…
Gaslighting, an insidious form of manipulation, doesn’t announce itself with flashing neon lights. It lurks in the corners of the…
Picture this — Employees make fleeting appearances at the office, just long enough to savour a cup of coffee, and…
It is time to do away with the traditional methods of evaluating and providing feedback to employees. These outdated ways…
In the world of human interaction, communication acts as a conductor, harmoniously guiding interactions with words. However, even minor misunderstandings…
Sentiment analysis is the process of using natural language processing and machine learning techniques to determine the emotional tone behind…
In the dynamic business landscape, organisations are constantly seeking ways to enhance their efficiency and stay competitive. One powerful approach…
Middle managers are individuals within an organisation who hold positions between top-level executives and frontline employees. They typically oversee specific…
Pay transparency and performance-based pay appear to be at odds with each other, what with pay transparency emphasising openness and…
Amit was engrossed in a spreadsheet at his desk, when Rohan, his colleague from the bay across the hall, suddenly…
Bob Iger, CEO, Disney, has mandated that employees return to the office for at least four days a week starting…
Creating HR practice groups can be an effective way to tackle specific and cross-functional HR priorities. It involves grouping employees…
Of late, headlines have been all about layoffs, downsizing and retrenchment. All the big tech firms— including Amazon, Microsoft, Facebook’s…
The equation seems to have changed. Among the direct reportees to the CEO, the CFO used to be the closest…