Tag: Sujiv Nair
Why chaos sparks innovation
Forget the perfectly planned charts and predictable brainstorming sessions. When it comes to real innovation, the most groundbreaking ideas often sprout in the messy...
Why is Theory X not yet dead?
Theory X is not dead. It lives on in low-wage industries where workers must follow rules to the letter and in high-wage ones where...
Silence of passionate employees is a silent alarm
Passionate employees are often the lifeblood of an organisation. Their enthusiasm, dedication and creativity drive innovation and fuel success. However, when these passionate individuals...
Can tech weed out deeply-ingrained hiring biases?
There are numerous hiring-technology products available in the market that claim to eliminate biases in the hiring process. While it's true that these services...
How the effectiveness of HR initiatives can be gauged
Human resources (HR) departments certainly play a very important role in shaping the success of an organisation by implementing various initiatives and programmes that...
What are the underlying effects of productivity theatre?
A workplace full of busy employees poring over documents, or staring into their screens, crunching data and chasing deadlines is a treat to the...
Why and how to recognise quiet thrivers at the workplace
Quiet thriving refers to a state in which individuals experience personal growth and fulfillment. They flourish within an organisation despite not actively seeking attention...
Why excessive self-reliance kills team spirit
Effective teamwork is crucial for achieving organisational goals and fostering a positive work environment. While individual self-reliance is often seen as a valuable trait,...
Office red flags that can put off Gen Z
As the workforce evolves, organisations must adapt their strategies to attract and retain the upcoming generation of talent — Generation Z. Call them Zoomers...
Making the workplace ideal for everyone — How much is too...
It has become a trend for companies to invest heavily on creating office spaces that cater to the needs and preferences of all their...
How to keep midweek blues at bay
As the week progresses, it's common to start feeling midweek blues. Why? Well, it doesn’t take much time for the excitement of the weekend...
The changing face of loyalty: From traditional to transactional
There is a growing trend towards transactional employee loyalty in many workplaces. Instead of traditional notions of loyalty, based on long-term relationships and a...
Progressive or positive discipline — which is more effective at the...
Discipline in the workplace is crucial to maintaining a positive and productive work environment. When employees fail to meet expectations or violate company policies,...
Interview paralysis – what it is and how to overcome it
Interview paralysis is a common phenomenon experienced by many job seekers during the interview process. It is the feeling of being overwhelmed and unable...
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...
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...
Tata Steel: Journey through excellence in talent acquisition
Tata Steel, part of the Tata Group, is a multinational steel-making company headquartered in Mumbai, India. It is one of the world's leading steel...
Toshiba to let go 5000 in Japan
Toshiba is contemplating a significant downsizing of its workforce in Japan, eyeing a reduction of about 5,000 positions. The move is said to affect...
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Take-Two to let go 5% of workforce
Take-Two Interactive Software, the video-gaming company that publishes the ‘Grand Theft Auto’ franchise, has trimmed its workforce by five per cent. That means, about...
Will Citi let go 22,000 roles by 2026?
In the process of doing away with five layers of management, Citi’s management layers have been reduced to eight, from the previous 13. The...
Vistara’s non-flying staff will get clarity about new roles in May-June
Vistara is in the process of being merged with Air India, and the former’s non-flying employees have been anxious about what their roles will...
TCS to give salary hikes of 4.5% to 7%
Tata Consultancy Service (TCS) intends to give salary increments of 4.5 to seven per cent, on the basis of each individual’s performance. The extremely...
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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....
