Tag: The Firm
How AI hyper-personalises the employee experiences
The cookie-cutter approach to HR is crumbling. Today's diverse workforce craves personalised experiences that cater to their unique needs and aspirations. Artificial intelligence (AI),...
Can ‘Gillian Stamp’s ‘Tripod’ cope with new age corporate standards?
A study by an American anthropologist talks about the birth of a new theory from the commonly known VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity)...
What’s with the ‘year-end leaves’ in some companies?
In the West and Europe, the year-end period is most special and full of celebration. Christmas, coupled with New Year celebrations makes the end...
Trust over performance: Hiring the Navy Seal way
In the United States Navy Sea, Air, and Land Teams, commonly known as Navy SEALs, preference is given to trust over performance during hiring...
“We need a new leadership development module,” Adil Malia
A big change in 2022
HR leadership during 2022 will singularly be expected to facilitate leadership dialogues around change in the business models through an...
Should companies consider scrapping the non-compete clause?’
The ‘Non-Compete Clause’, which many companies have as part of their employment contract, is not a rarity. In fact, it is used to safeguard...
BharatPe episode: Should employees stay put or offboard immediately?
Of late, Bharat Pe has been caught on the wrong foot. It all started with the controversial and abusive video clip of co-founder and...
How can HR teams avoid burnout
One of the principal motives of the human resources (HR) function is to look after the employees of the organisation. However, what happens when...
Sprawling offices out, satellite pods in!
The workspace has undergone significant changes since the pandemic spun life, as we know it, around. Having already consumed a better part of the...
Stop bragging about back-to-back meetings!
With the advent of the hybrid work model, corporate operation has taken an unforeseen turn. Employees — who are already reeling under the challenges...
Should there be a penalty for wrong recommendations?
The Employee Referral Programme or ERP, is a rather common programme across organisations. Many of firms inspire their existing employees to refer candidates who...
Decoding the ideal Indian workweek
A happy work atmosphere is essential for any company to ensure optimal output. To establish a happy work environment, the employees — the building...
“Perennials will replace Millennials,” Adil Malia
2021 – changing organisational design
Talent acquisition will become increasingly net-based. Predictive AI tools will be used to assess and support hiring decisions. Block- chain...
Location Bias: It matters which part of the town one comes...
A LinkedIn user who is a recruiter, mentioned an experience wherein she got to hear something shocking from her client. She reveals that the...
Why do teams learn faster than individuals?
In the current context and time, everyone will agree that we all learn faster when we learn together, than when we try to learn...
What is the fuss about Netflix’s ‘Keeper Test’?
Netflix, the streaming giant, had introduced a ‘keeper test’ a few years back to determine how much effort a leader or manager would put...
The trend of garbing layoffs as restructuring
There has been a trend for companies, be it small organisations or big, to lay off people in the name of restructuring. While companies...
Which aspects of HR can be outsourced?
A few years ago, Professor Ram Charan created quite a stir by suggesting splitting the HR department into two halves and doing away with...
How over-communication may backfire in telecommuting
Just as space in a relationship is essential to sustain it, space at the workplace is also important. This space should never be compromised,...
Western Region NIPM Conclave to be held on March 15 and...
National Institute of Personnel Management will be organising its 'Western Region HR Conclave' on March 15 & 16, 2019 at Hotel Sofitel, BKC. The...
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...
Freixenet to cut 80% roles
In a stark response to the relentless drought crippling Catalonia's Penedes region, Freixenet, the Spanish cava (wine) producer, unveils a drastic plan. The company...
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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...
Google’s warning to protesters: Rethink disruptive behaviour
Recently, Google fired 28 employees who participated in sit-in protests against the company's controversial $1.2 billion contract with Israel. The tech giant took a...
HDFC announced Rs 1,500 crore to staff under ex-gratia
In the wake of a remarkable performance in the fourth quarter of FY24, HDFC Bank has announced an ex-gratia payment totaling approximately Rs 1,500...
Did Lufthansa incur huge losses due to strikes by staff?
Lufthansa Group apparently posted losses to the tune of €849 million in March 2024, whereas its losses in Q1 of 2023 were only €273...
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....
