Planning is the backbone of professional success, yet it remains one of the most overlooked skills in today’s fast-paced workplaces. A well-thought-out plan not only streamlines workflows but also mitigates risks and enhances productivity. As Harvard Business Review (HBR) notes, effective planning can increase team efficiency by up to 30%, allowing organizations to achieve more …
Creating an environment where employees are safe to open up and share their thoughts, concerns, and ideas is crucial for a healthy workplace. ‘Psychological safety’, a term coined by Harvard Business School professor Amy Edmondson, refers to the belief that one will not be punished or humiliated for speaking up with ideas, questions, concerns, or …
In today’s workplace, friendships are pivotal to shaping job satisfaction, productivity, and overall mental well-being. Whether it’s a colleague to share a quick laugh with, a confidante during tough times, or a mentor guiding you through career milestones, each type of workplace friendship brings its unique benefits. Building friendships at work can improve job satisfaction, …
✍️ Authored by Malvika Bahety Manager – Key Accounts at Amcor | Experienced Marketing professional with a demonstrated history in account management of top brands | Skilled in business development with strong techno commercials | Passionate about sustainability through innovations. “In the race to meet targets and deliver results, we often forget the one thing …
✍️ Authored by Meryl Sukumar ANZ Director, Circular Economy & Sustainability | Expert Advisor | Global Centre of Excellence for Sustainability | Serving APAC & MENA | ESG | Governance | Circular Economy | Decarbonisation Roadmaps ESG as a Path to Human Flourishing Across India and around the world, organizations are awakening to a simple …
✍️ Authored by Inder Laleja (IPL) (“Jack of all trades, master of sales”) How can we lead teams through change without burning out…A question most leaders and organisations struggle with. Change can feel unsettling but it doesn’t have to dim morale. Across industries, organisations today are in a near-constant state of transformation—driven by digitisation, AI …
✍️ Authored by Ruchita Ugalmugle Lead COE HR – Organization Development & Engagement at ACG World I first picked up a tennis racquet when I was eight years old. What started as a simple curiosity soon turned into a fire within me, one that burned brighter with every serve, every sprint, every drop of sweat on …
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✍️ Authored by Dr Rohan N BartakeAward winning Tobacco de-addiction Expert | Founder: Quit Buddy Community | On a mission to make India tobacco free. Why women face unique risks—and how to break free That cigarette in your hand isn’t just a habit—it’s a health time bomb with your name on it. While smoking devastates …
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✍️ Authored by Vashishth Dave Senior Manager | Human Resources India | Loparex At my organisation, our vision is to be a trusted, forward-thinking leader in delivering high-performance solutions. But we know that innovation and operational excellence can only thrive in an environment where employee well-being is at the heart of our culture. The upcoming ‘World …
Championing a Healthier Workplace this World No Tobacco Day Read More »
✍️ Authored by NKS NaiduMentor | Coach | Manufacturing Operations | Supply Chain | Operational Excellence | Digital Transformation On this Global Safety Day, we are reminded that true safety goes far beyond physical protection. It touches every aspect of our well-being—our mental health, emotional resilience, and the strength of our teams. A strong safety …
✍️ Authored by Ashish Pradhan President Asia and Member Group Executive Committee, Siegwerk One of my colleagues recently won an award for exemplifying the company’s core value of “Active support”. She was always there to help others in whichever way possible to help them reach their goals. A few weeks after receiving this award, she abruptly …
✍️ Authored by Vineeta Gupta Facilitator & Coach | Consultant – Human Resources and Communication | Educator Culture isn’t just what’s written on the wall in your vision, mission, and values. It’s what shows up in the hard moments — when deadlines are missed, mistakes happen, or opinions clash and acceptance is hard. Picture a challenging …
