The workplace should be safe for everyone. Harassment incidents must be avoided at all costs. To do that, you may follow these recommendations.

Recently, Canadian Governor General Julie Payette resigned amid harassment claims. Her staff members had accused the stateswoman of bullying, which resulted in a toxic workplace environment. To address the issue, the Canadian government has launched an investigation spearheaded by a third party.

This is just one of the many…

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No matter the number of interviews you sit through, it always is a nerve-wracking and somewhat jostling experience. All that anticipation and panic can get the better of you if you haven't prepared well in advance. And given the current scenario and the virtual scheme of things, it can get all the more daunting to sit through interviews in front of nothing but a computer screen.

Technological challenges, unpreparedness on virtual conduct, and the loss of personal presence are some of…

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Culture is not just an embodiment of values ​​​​or philosophy; it needs to be translated into a vibe within the organization and sweat at the granular level in the way employees do their work & what they prioritize. Businesses that focus only on profits or revenue are consistently fading off with higher attrition & lower revenue as compared to organizations that focus on building their culture.

Post-Covid Phase 2, while companies are gearing up for a gradual return to 'work…

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Much has been said about the importance of continuous learning and this became indispensable last year when a pandemic caught us all unawares. Most organizations have had learning & development as a critical function in their org-chart yet many face the challenge of truly leveraging value out of the same.

The differentiator is a 'learning culture'. A learning culture, simply put, is all about fostering an environment that empowers people to learn. A learning culture not only helps…

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Workplace learning report 2021 by LinkedIn Learning reinforces a widely discussed trend: upskilling and reskilling remain the top priorities for organizations globally. Specifically, for 59% of L&D professionals, upskilling is the main focus for 2021 and upcoming years – a significant increase since June 2020, when only 15% of L&D attached great importance to this aspect.

The impact of learning at the workplace is difficult to overestimate. It's a huge investment the companies…

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COVID-19 has brought about a new work culture that emerged out of the nationwide lockdowns. Thanks to technological advancements we continued working from the safety of our homes. Remote work, work from home or work from anywhere became a norm across industries. This is a luxury that our previous generations never experienced.

Adapting to the work-from-home environment and culture was not easy. Moreover, Indian households lack the idea of ​​​​a workspace. While some adapted quickly,…

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According to a recent study, 78 percent of the job seekers today say that the overall candidate experience they get today replicates on the company's work culture and they are possibly to reject if they have a bad experience.

This only means being valued is becoming more important than the brand they work for or the salary they get paid. Due to this, right from large-cap to midcap and small-cap firms all are now keen on raising the stakes high in terms of employer branding. Some are…

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A short time ago, there was a post trending on Linkedin which stated- HR is not all about making Rangoli and we couldn't agree more. HR is the most strategic function in any organization and perceiving the HR department as the incompetent and ineffective department is nothing less than a misconception. HR managers are responsible for various human resource management functions including talent management, engagement, recruitment, payroll, etc.

No matter if you are managing 8 people or…

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Striking a sound balance between work and life is a troublesome test even in the best of times, yet it is overwhelming during challenging and vulnerable times. The present situation with COVID raking havoc with layoffs and pay cuts has left numerous people placing in longer hours and working harder than at any other time. Stressed to save their positions, people are determined to demonstrate that they are the organization's mainstay.



Adding to the pressing issue is the so-called… Continue

HR is no longer a pure support and back office role in companies. Effective HR management at any organization determines the level of success the company gains. Big organizations understand that the role of HR has evolved from just handling recruitment and payroll to being responsible for employee development, satisfaction, company growth, and maintaining a healthy company culture. Therefore they have invested resources into having the right HR team and software that facilitate the business…

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