Hidden Champions: The Corporate Power of Neurodiverse Brilliance
In modern-day corporate offices, a silent revolution is underway. This revolution does not reflect loud proclamations or dramatic upheavals but the quiet, transformative influence of neurodiverse leaders. These individuals think and process information differently due to conditions such as Autism, ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), dyslexia, and others, which are gradually reshaping corporate culture in…
ZEEL’s Punit Goenka Withdraws From MD Reappointment
ZEEL (Zee Entertainment Enterprises) CEO Punit Goenka withdrew his consent for re-appointment as MD; he stepped down as MD last week. ZEEL CEO shared in his letter, “I hereby tender my resignation from the office of MD of the company with immediate effect to entirely focus on my operational responsibilities. Accordingly, I withdraw my consent…
22 October 2008: Rise Of India’s Space Expedition
India etched its name in history with its first lunar mission, Chandrayaan-1, on 22 October 2008. The spacecraft was launched from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) SHAR, Sriharikota, to orbit around the moon at a height of 100 km from the moon’s surface. It carried 11 indigenously developed and exported instruments to provide chemical,…
Ambush Marketing: When Clever Turns Controversial
In the summer of 2010, the world watched one of the most watched sporting events: the FIFA World Cup. During the event, a Dutch beer brand, Bavaria, pulled off one of the most notorious ambush marketing stunts in modern history. Bavaria sent 36 women in orange mini-dresses to gain traction in the event. All these…
Not So Fast!: Why Are Retirement Dreams Being Put on Hold?
Americans are now fearing retiring more than death and getting divorced. According to the survey conducted by Livecareer, more than 82% of the respondents claimed to delay their retirement, and 92% of them mentioned they had to work longer than they had planned. Moreover, according to the F&G Annuities & Life Inc. survey, 33% of…
25 October 1870 – Postcards First Used In The United States
Postcards have been a staple of American communication for decades, offering a simple and effective way to send brief messages while sharing glimpses of the country’s vast and varied landscapes. It took several years for postcards as we know them today to evolve. After battling the obstacles of colour, regulation, and size, postcard manufacturing exploded…
Leadership Lessons From Kumar Mangalam Birla
Imagine being 28, unexpectedly thrust into the leadership of a sprawling business empire after the sudden loss of your father. Critics doubted your ability and comparisons with a legendary predecessor loomed large. This was the reality Kumar Mangalam Birla faced in 1995. With scepticism in the air, Birla had to decide quickly—either adapt and lead…
Swiggy IPO To Transform Its 500 Employees’ Lives
The food delivery giant Swiggy made its highly-anticipated stock market debut on November 13, 2024. It is not only one of the biggest IPOs (Initial Public Offering) in recent years but also impacted the company’s employees’ lives. According to Money Control, 500 of Swiggy’s employees are likely to become crorepatis through the ESOP (Employee Stock…
Leadership Lessons From Anand Mahindra – Truly A Millenials’ Role Model
“If you talk to a man in a language he understands, it reaches his head. But if you speak in his language, it touches his heart.” This quote perfectly sums up Anand Mahindra, Chairman of the Mahindra Group, a leader who has mastered both communication and people management. Whether it’s his humorous posts on Twitter…
A Cautionary Tale: Why HR Managers Should Be Sceptical About Self Promoters?Â
In 2016, Yahoo hired a senior executive, Henrique De Castro, alongside then-CEO Marissa Mayer to revitalise the company. With a solid reputation at Google, De Castro presented himself as a leader capable of turning things around, and his track record proved this. But little did Yahoo know that Castro is an extreme case of self-promotion….
