Summary External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has highlighted India’s ongoing commitment to supporting its citizens living abroad. Speaking at the launch of the Global Access to Talents from India (Gati) initiative, he stressed the importance of institutional mechanisms like grievance redressal portals and funds for vulnerable citizens. The minister believes that as more Indians travel […]
In this engaging interview, Reena Talla, Employee Experience Service Lead at Kerry, discusses the evolving traits needed for rewards leaders in today’s dynamic work environment. As global workforce diversity increases, flexibility and personalisation in reward systems are now essential. Key Points Flexibility and personalisation in benefits are becoming critical as employee expectations shift. AI proficiency […]
According to a recent report, three in five (60 per cent) young women hide their reason for taking sick leave due to period pain, fearing it could tarnish their professional image. This survey conducted by Superdrug Online Doctor, involving 2,000 women aged 16-25, reveals alarming statistics about how period-related issues affect young women’s careers and […]
Job passion plays a pivotal role in job crafting, profoundly influencing how employees reshape their roles to enhance engagement and performance. This article, authored by Jonathan H. Westover, Ph.D., delves into the symbiotic relationship between job passion, psychological safety, and proactive job crafting behaviours that can energise workplace dynamics. Source: Forbes Key Points Job crafting […]
Summary Teresa Freitas, director of the Talent Team at EY, stresses the urgent need for a more strategic and inclusive approach to people management in her commentary on the LVIII edition of the Human Resources Barometer. Key insights highlight the importance of recognising the value of experience and age diversity within teams. Freitas points out […]
Recent research highlights a significant shift on the horizon for workplaces, revealing that a staggering 80% of HR leaders believe that human and AI collaboration will be commonplace within five years. This study, published on 5 May by Salesforce, sheds light on the increasing importance of soft skills in this new landscape. Source: HR Magazine […]
Culture Amp has unveiled a new report that flips the script on high performance in the workplace. Their findings reveal that it’s not just about recruiting ‘superstar’ team members; instead, it’s all about setting the right conditions for everyone to thrive. With only 2% of employees sustaining high performance over time, leadership needs to create […]
According to a recent survey by Lucid, a staggering 53% of UK workers waste nearly two hours every day searching for vital information to complete their tasks. This amounts to around 520 hours annually—costing each worker an average of £12,900 in lost productivity. Key Points 53% of workers spend up to two hours daily looking […]
In a rapidly evolving work landscape, Reena Talla, Employee Experience Service Lead at Kerry Group, sheds light on the must-have traits of rewards leaders today. From tackling employee expectations to blending AI proficiency with deep empathy, her insights are a compelling read for HR professionals. Source: Human Resources Online Key Points Flexibility and personalisation are […]
Summary In this insightful commentary by Raj Tulsiani, the CEO of Green Park, the future landscape of the UK workforce is examined, emphasising the critical importance of racial equality. By 2050, the workforce will be increasingly diverse, prompting businesses to confront demands for fairness, inclusion, and accountability. Tulsiani argues that prioritising race equality will transition […]
