Mastering Professional Networking & Elevate Your Career
At the current time, everybody has a vast network. Do you agree or not? But which contacts from your network are in touch with you? Not even half right! However, having a strong professional network is crucial to every college student or working professional in the current era. Don’t know what professional networking is? Don’t…
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…
Empathy is Good Business: A Winning Formula for the Modern Workplaces
In 2021, during the height of the pandemic, the CEO of Airbnb, Brian Chesky, made headlines when he pledged to support employees by offering extended remote work options and mental health resources. His approach wasn’t just about logistics but a demonstration of empathy. At a time when uncertainty and anxiety were at an all-time high,…
Damodar Bhattad: Forged by Determination, Driven by Perseverance
Climbing the professional ladder in any industry requires a potent combination of determination, perseverance, and a deep-rooted understanding of one’s field. For Damodar Bhattad, these qualities have been his cornerstone, guiding him from his humble beginnings as an Accounts Officer to the esteemed position of Director (Finance) and CFO at Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL). His…
Vishal Patni: Transforming Home Buying Experience at Emaar India
When Emaar India confronted the pressing challenges of customer experience in the real estate market, it became evident that the traditional home-buying process was in dire need of a transformation. Prospective buyers faced a labyrinth of complex paperwork, lengthy approval times, and a lack of transparency, leading to confusion and frustration. These obstacles not only…
Back to Basics: Rediscovering the Power of Simplicity
In 2020, like many HR leaders worldwide, Jeff Ostermann, the Chief people officer at SweetWater, had ambitious plans to revolutionise his company’s HR Strategy. However, the COVID-19 pandemic threw his plans off course, and he was left wondering. Faced with an unexpected crisis, Jeff soon realised that most ‘innovative’ HR strategies aren’t about creating something…
Embracing Flexibility and Family Values: Balancing Work with Family In Asia
In 2017, a Japanese father, Hiroshi Fujiwara, became the face of a growing movement when he sued his employer for workplace discrimination. Fujiwara, a government employee, had requested paternity leave to care for his newborn, a decision that was met with resistance. Despite laws guaranteeing such leave, societal expectations in Japan, a country where only…
Crossing Borders, Building Futures: Talent Mobility in Asia’s Fast-Growing Economies
In 2019, a Singaporean tech startup, Grab, faced a troubling crisis. After expanding its operations across South Asia, Grab had a significant shortage of talented individuals. With its business expanding in regions like Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand, Grab needed people who were technologically literate and understood the local markets. To tackle this, Grab collaborated with…
Breaking the Age Barrier: Reverse Mentoring’s Role in Redefining Corporate Success
Companies worldwide are grappling with fostering mutual understanding and collaboration among multigenerational workers as the global workforce becomes increasingly multigenerational. A recent study from the World Economic Forum suggests that by 2025, 70% of all company workforces will comprise millennials and Gen Z. This demographic shift has left companies in constant flux. Companies must harness…