Appraisals – Year-Ends and New Beginnings
It was one of those dreaded meetings.The very thought of getting to discuss appraisals with his new reporting manager was daunting. It had been not…
Category: General Management
HR Innovation through Design Thinking: Applying Principles and Practices
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, Human Resources (HR) departments are constantly challenged to adapt and innovate. One approach that has gained significant traction in…
Learning in action
Many of you have asked me how I manage to reference as many books – let alone read them. The fact is, you can read…
Building a Thriving Community for Long-Term Success
For any Exponential Organization, a thriving community of engaged members and evangelists is crucial for long-term health and success. A strong community not only provides…
To old memories and new
Recently I addressed the 43rd Foundation Day gathering at the National Institute of Personnel Management (NIPM), Trivandrum chapter, a non-profit that is designed to build…
Learning on the Fly….
It was one of those crazy days. I normally take a flight on Sundays to Mumbai at around 6.15 pm. For some reason I booked…
Growing our people and profits
People are the x-factor powering organizations, innovations, and most significant breakthroughs. We cherish and reward individual brilliance, but the larger success is determined by something…
Community of practice: The way ahead
Organizations have long thrived in the formal structure. This year, I completed three decades of my professional life, and I still recollect the formal organizational…
The Power of Emotional Intelligence in HR: Building Stronger Connections
In the realm of Human Resources (HR), technical skills and expertise are undoubtedly essential. However, there’s another critical aspect that often gets overlooked but can…
Impacting futures – one person at a time
Years ago, I had joined an organisation, which was different in every way that I have experienced. Within a few months of my joining, there…