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Updated on: Sep 2025

Employee Engagement

Beating Engagement Survey Fatigue with Empathy Human Touch

Sep 3, 2025

Is Employee Experience EX the New Currency of Engagement?

When Gallup Q survey was launched in s, it almost became a holy grail claiming that employee e...

Employee Engagement

Aug 29, 2025

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Culture by Design Embed Engagement into DNA of Organisations

We often think of culture as something that just happens, organically, over time. But in reality, cu...

Employee Engagement

Aug 28, 2025

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Are We Designing Work for PeopleOr Just Measuring It Better?

Over the past two decades, work and workplaces have undergone a huge transformation. Digital tools, ...

Employee Engagement

Aug 27, 2025

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Employee Engagement

Line Managers: Hidden Architects of the Employee Experience

In today’s fast-evolving, hybrid world of work, one truth is undeniable: employee experience lives and dies in the hands of line managers. These managers, tasked with leading teams, delivering outcomes, and navigating daily complexities, are far more than operational enablers. They are the frontline stewards of culture, the living embodiment of the organization’s values, and […]

Aug 22, 2025

Labour Law

POSH Act Implementation Under Scrutiny in Maharashtra

Maharashtra State Women’s Commission has formally called for mandatory audits of POSH compliance across workplaces in the state, citing widespread gaps in the implementation of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, commonly known as the POSH Act. The proposal was submitted to the Minister for Women and Child […]

Aug 7, 2025

Prevention of Sexual Harassment(POSH)

Infosys Employee Caught Filming Women in Restroom

In a deeply disturbing incident that has sent shockwaves through India’s corporate corridors, Infosys, one of the country’s largest IT services firms, has terminated a senior associate consultant after he was caught secretly filming a female colleague inside a washroom at the company’s Electronics City campus in Bengaluru. The accused, identified as Swapnil Nagesh Mali, […]

Jul 3, 2025

Reward & Recognition

Incentivizing the Future: A 360° Take on Rewards & Recognition

Did you know the word “Incentive” comes from the Latin incentivum, meaning “something that incites” or “stimulates”? This origin perfectly captures the essence of incentives: they are tools designed to motivate people to take action, often actions they might not otherwise consider. Incentives are everywhere — from the salary and bonuses that motivate employees to discounts and loyalty […]

Jul 2, 2025

Diversity & Inclusion

Listening is the Inclusion Skill We Undervalue Most- Godrej Capital

We often say that inclusion is about being seen. But in practice, it is far more often about being heard. Over the past few years, the conversation around inclusion in Indian workplaces has grown louder, and that is a good thing. But volume is not the same as depth. What many organisations still miss is […]

Jun 27, 2025

Reward & Recognition

Bots, Bytes, and Bravos: New Language of Employee Recognition!

“The ultimate value of life depends upon awareness and the power of contemplation rather than upon mere survival.” – Aristotle The world of work is undergoing a seismic shift, and at the epicentre of this transformation is technology—relentless, intelligent, and omnipresent. In boardrooms and breakrooms alike, algorithms now pulse alongside ambition, and data flows as […]

Jun 26, 2025

Reward & Recognition

Evolving R&R: Drive Employee Engagement, Loyalty, Performance

In the new world, where employee experience is becoming cardinal to business success, Rewards & Recognition (R&R) have taken center stage in India Inc.’s people strategies. Gone are the days when yearly appraisals or service anniversary plaques were enough to motivate talent. Today’s workforce seeks timely, meaningful, and personalized recognition that resonates with their values […]

Jun 25, 2025

Reward & Recognition

Evolving Role of Employee Recognition in Remote Work Models

As remote and hybrid work models become an integral part of our professional lives, the role of employee recognition has evolved in both importance and execution. Recognition is a powerful tool that reinforces culture, boosts morale, and drives discretionary effort. While the value of recognition remains universal, its delivery in a virtual environment requires a […]

Jun 24, 2025

Reward & Recognition

Workplace Rewards Strategies that Align With Modern Generation

Reports suggest that 90% of employees at the workplace believe receiving recognition motivates them to put in more effort. Businesses are now in an era where a synergistic combination of generations work together toward common goals. While this fusion comes with various bonuses, it also leaves workplaces in a dilemma of choosing the right R&R […]

Jun 20, 2025

Reward & Recognition

Top 10 Secrets of a Successful & Sustainable Rewards Strategy

We have all learned from our industry and network about new Rewards and Recognition (R&R) programs and replicated them in our organisation. Sometimes, it has worked fantastically, and sometimes there has been no change. What works well & what doesn’t? Some companies have already developed their secret sauce, while others are in the process of […]

Jun 19, 2025

Reward & Recognition

Recognition: A Strategic Leadership Imperative in High-Tech Era

In today’s fast-paced, tech-enabled business world, transformation is constant, but one timeless truth remains: people power performance. Amidst complex change and hybrid work, leaders who prioritize recognition and value their teams not only drive better results, but they also shape stronger cultures. In high-growth, high-tech environments, recognition is no longer a soft skill—it’s a leadership […]

Jun 18, 2025

Reward & Recognition

Tailoring Rewards for a Multigenerational Workforce in 2025

In today’s dynamic workplace, the presence of a multigenerational workforce working side by side is more common than ever. From Baby Boomers to Generation Z, each cohort brings unique perspectives, skills, and expectations. As HR professionals, understanding these differences and tailoring rewards accordingly is critical to maintaining a motivated and cohesive workforce. Recognizing the Generations […]

Jun 17, 2025