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Updated on: Jul 2024

Learning & Development

Tailored AI training for personalized upskilling and reskilling paths

Jul 9, 2024

Centre allows Six-Month Maternity, Child Care Leave for Surrogacy

Maternity leave is the paid time off that employers provide to pregnant women or new mothers for sel...

HR Practices

Jun 24, 2024

Latest news: Centre allows Six-Month Maternity, Child Care Leave for Surrogacy - SightsIn Plus

RateGain celebrates Pride Month with a new LGBTQIA Hiring Initiative

RateGain is thrilled to celebrate Pride Month with a series of engaging and meaningful activities th...

Diversity & Inclusion

Jun 20, 2024

Latest news: RateGain celebrates Pride Month with a new LGBTQIA Hiring Initiative - SightsIn Plus

Mindfulness in the Workplace Tips HRs Can Follow

Stressed, long working hours, tight deadlines and hustle to find work-life balance. Nowadays, everyo...

Psychology & NPL

Jun 20, 2024

Latest news: Mindfulness in the Workplace Tips HRs Can Follow - SightsIn Plus

Diversity & Inclusion

Kyndryl launches ‘KIN Embrace’ for the LGBTQ+ community

Pride Month is crucial in companies as it fosters inclusivity, diversity, and acceptance. Celebrating Pride Month helps create a supportive environment for LGBTQ+ employees, enhancing their sense of belonging and well-being. It promotes awareness and education about LGBTQ+ issues, reducing discrimination and prejudice. Companies that actively support Pride Month demonstrate their commitment to equality, which […]

Jun 19, 2024

Performance Appraisal

Reinventing Performance Management: Business and HR Leaders Must Lead With Courage

Performance management matters for all organization stakeholders both inside (individuals, business strategy) and outside (customers investors, and communities) (figure 1). Business and HR leaders committed to improving performance empowers the entire organizational ecosystem. Performance management is one of the most disliked of any HR process as indicated by key groups who have studied performance management. […]

Jun 13, 2024

Performance Appraisal

BYJU’S cuts new sales hires’ pay by 90%, linked to performance

According to the report published by inc42, a global ed-tech company, BYJU’S has reduced the fixed salaries of new Sales hires by 90%. The fixed monthly salary for inside sales associates will be around INR 10,000, down from INR 35,000-INR 40,000 from December 2023. Offer letters issued to inside sales associates show a total annual compensation […]

Jun 8, 2024

Performance Appraisal

Building Accountability Through Transparent PMS Practices

Accountability has become a hot topic of discussion in the workplace but what does it mean and why is it so important? Accountability is the responsibility of a group or an individual to account for their actions and results. Employee accountability ensures that everyone is playing by the same rules and has a shared understanding […]

Jun 7, 2024

Performance Appraisal

Evolving Role of Technology in Modern Performance Management

For Generation Z & Millennials, technology is not just a tool, but a way of life. The same goes for the young Gen X also to a large extent. Together they constitute 80% of the total corporate workforce in India. Career aspirations and desire for professional growth, the two key elements to be captured under […]

Jun 4, 2024

Performance Appraisal

Ethical Considerations in Performance Management: Ensuring Fairness and Transparency

A key element that differentiates the best organizations from the rest, is an effective performance management system. Organizations worldwide invest significant resources in developing robust performance management systems (PMS). The primary goals of a PMS are to align individual and organizational objectives, provide employees with valuable feedback, and cultivate a sense of satisfaction and engagement. […]

May 29, 2024

Employee Engagement

It’s not Money, Employees prioritize challenging tasks and growth opportunities

In the workplace, it’s not just money that matters to employees. Many prioritize challenging tasks and opportunities for growth over higher salaries. They seek environments where they can learn, develop new skills, and advance their careers. Challenging work keeps employees engaged and motivated, fostering a sense of accomplishment and purpose. Opportunities for professional development, such […]

May 24, 2024

Performance Appraisal

Transforming performance through coaching excellence at Hilti

From Managing to Elevating Performance: Leveraging the Power of Coaching at Hilti In today’s fast-paced business landscape, success hinges not only on innovation and product excellence but also on the ability to nurture and develop talent. At Hilti, known for our innovations and excellence in serving the construction industry, we recognize that our people are […]

May 24, 2024

Performance Appraisal

Importance of Emotional Intelligence in Performance Appraisal

The dimensions of Emotional Intelligence have gained significant recognition in the world of performance appraisal in recent years. While traditional performance assessment parameters often focus solely on cognitive abilities and technical skills, EQ encompasses a person’s capacity to recognise, understand, and manage their own emotions, as well as those of others. This holistic approach to […]

May 23, 2024

Performance Appraisal

Fostering Culture of Continuous Improvement Through Performance Management

A continuous improvement culture refers to an organizational environment where the relentless quest for improvement, innovation, and excellence is deeply rooted and valued by every member. Continuous performance management is the most effective cyclical process that happens over and over again throughout the year. The cycle involves planning (setting goals and expectations), regular checking in, and review […]

May 22, 2024

Performance Appraisal

How AI Has Revolutionized Performance Management Processes

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the way organizations approach performance management processes. By leveraging the power of machine learning, natural language processing, and data analytics, AI is enabling companies to streamline and optimize their performance evaluation systems, leading to increased efficiency, fairness, and employee engagement. Automation of Routine Activities, Enabling HR to Add […]

May 21, 2024

Diversity & Inclusion

Axis Bank to train LGBTQIA+ for careers in banking; Apply Now!

Axis Bank has introduced the ‘ARISE ComeAsYouAre‘ open campus program, a new talent acquisition initiative aimed at recruiting individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community from any college campus in India. This program focuses on skills-based hiring, emphasizing the skill set and potential of candidates rather than traditional criteria like specific degrees or college backgrounds. By doing […]

May 20, 2024