Tag: Ramesh Shankar
What’re the HR software for small businesses, SMEs and startups?
Human resources (HR) software have come to be indispensable tools for businesses of all sizes, including small businesses, SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) and...
AirAsia debacle: Code of ethics for CEOs
'What was he thinking?’ That’s exactly how most people reacted to a recent post from a senior executive of a known brand. Can the...
Is layoff news like a Damocles’ sword to tame existing employees?
The news of impending layoffs is undoubtedly a source of stress, anxiety and uncertainty for employees. The psychological impact is akin to the sharp...
How can HR navigate data-privacy compliance in the organisation?
In an era where data breaches and privacy concerns dominate headlines, businesses worldwide face increasing scrutiny over their data-handling practices. For HR leaders, safeguarding...
What specific soft skills are particularly valuable in the age of...
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance and reshape various industries, it is crucial to recognise the profound impact it has on the importance...
HR — Mere ‘agony aunts’ or much more?
Human resources (HR) professionals often find themselves wearing multiple hats in the workplace. They help manage employee relations, ensure compliance with labour laws, foster...
Is generative AI the villain responsible for layoffs?
Is generative AI the villain responsible for the recent spate of layoffs? A complex question indeed. On one hand, there is no doubt that...
Why fancy perks are no longer a talent puller
In recent years, employee perks have been bagging headlines, with companies going out of their way and outdoing each other in their efforts to...
Why Indian conglomerates may be the safest bet for next-gen employees
Mass layoffs have been at the forefront of most news networks today. Companies of all shapes and sizes have been letting go of their...
Why should failure be encouraged to maintain a happy work culture?
If we imagine ourselves as a collection of experiences, will we devalue failure as much? Not really. When we talk about success, we tend...
Why ‘belongingness’ is high on the HR agenda
Most organisations are actively pursuing diverse representation at the workplace, but this alone will not necessarily ensure that all employees feel included. Creating a...
SMEs should be cautious while using AI for L&D
As small and medium enterprises (SMEs) increasingly embrace artificial intelligence (AI) for learning and development initiatives, it becomes imperative to carefully navigate the landscape...
What’re the HR software for small businesses, SMEs and startups?
Human resources (HR) software have come to be indispensable tools for businesses of all sizes, including small businesses, SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) and...
PARTNER POSTS
Future of talent acquisition in the age of generative AI
If you've been feeling a bit overwhelmed by the buzz surrounding generative AI, you're not alone. Let us face it, our industry is evolving,...
Innovation in insurance recruitment: Tata AIA’s journey towards high volume, top talent acquisition
Tata AIA Life is a joint venture between Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd and AIA Group. The venture merges Tata's leadership in India with AIA's...
No more free coffees for Amazon staff
Amazon introduced a programme that gives employees complimentary coffee, including lattes and cappuccinos, from the coffee shops in their Seattle and other office locations....
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6% increase in hiring in purchase/logistics/supplychain
It is true that the market for jobs is tough, especially for talent in the software, hardware and telecom domains, with hiring dipping by...
TD Bank plans 3,000 job cuts
TD Bank Group, a Canadian multinational bank, announced plans to reduce its workforce by three per cent as part of a restructuring effort. The...
Gabbar Singh Negi: lessons in leadership from the Silkyara tunnel crisis in Uttarkashi
On November 12, the auspicious day of Diwali, tragedy struck as 41 construction workers found themselves trapped inside the Silkyara tunnel in Uttarkashi due...
Coforge allots shares to employees
Coforge, an IT company, has allotted 19,179 equity shares to its employees on 3 December, 2023. This decision from its ESOP Allotment Committee is...
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....
