Four-Day Workweeks in India – Feasible or Fantasy?
The conversation around work and productivity has shifted dramatically over the past few years, especially with the rise of remote and hybrid models. Among the most debated ideas is the four-day week — a model that promises better work-life balance, improved productivity, and happier employees. Globally, trials have shown promising results. But can this model […]
Gender Parity in Indian Leadership
Despite decades of progress, government mandates, and corporate pledges, gender parity in leadership continues to be more of an aspiration than a reality in India Inc. The number of women rising to boardrooms, CXO roles, and decision-making seats remains significantly low—and even where they are present, power dynamics and barriers often persist. As of 2025, […]
The Silent Crisis of Employee Burnout in Remote Teams
Remote work promised us more time, better balance, and greater freedom. But somewhere along the way, the boundaries blurred, the hours stretched, and expectations quietly intensified. Now, behind glowing productivity reports and polished video calls, something darker is brewing—employee burnout in remote teams. Unlike absenteeism or attrition, burnout often stays hidden. Especially in remote setups, […]
Can India’s Hybrid Work Models Survive 2025
Hybrid work was once hailed as the perfect middle ground between remote freedom and in-office collaboration. Post-pandemic, India Inc. embraced it with cautious optimism. Two years later, cracks are beginning to show. While many global firms are doubling down on flexible work, the Indian reality is more complex. Office mandates are making a quiet comeback. […]
The Rise of Skills-First Hiring in India: Hype or Reality?
For decades, India’s hiring ecosystem has revolved around degrees, pedigree, and paper credentials. But over the last few years, a new wave of hiring philosophy is gaining ground—skills-first hiring. Whether it’s tech giants dropping the requirement for formal degrees or startups prioritizing portfolio over pedigree, the shift toward a skills-first mindset is being called the […]
Gen Z at Work: What India Inc. Still Gets Wrong
They are vocal. They are ambitious. They are digital-first. And they’re already reshaping the Indian workforce. Gen Z in the workplace is no longer a niche trend—it’s a generational shift in expectations, communication, and purpose. Born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s, Gen Z now makes up over 25% of India’s population, and their growing […]
How Indian HR Leaders Are Preparing for the AI Wave
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) reshapes every corner of business, Human Resources in India stands at a critical junction. From transforming recruitment and employee experience to optimizing workforce analytics and learning systems, AI in HR is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s a present-day imperative. But are Indian HR leaders truly ready for the AI wave? And […]
Quiet Hiring, Loud Culture: How Progressive Organizations are Building Agile Talent Models
In a world where talent shortages, evolving skill demands, and rapid technological changes have become the norm, the smartest organizations are not shouting about flashy hiring sprees—they’re quietly, strategically filling skill gaps while fostering bold, human-centered cultures. Welcome to the era of Quiet Hiring and Loud Culture—a juxtaposition that’s reshaping the future of work. But […]
Why EdTech Platforms Are Critical to the Future of Work
In a world where job roles evolve faster than university curriculums, and automation disrupts traditional career paths, one reality is clear: learning can no longer be a one-time event—it must be a lifelong journey. As we move deeper into 2025, employers and HR leaders are no longer asking whether to invest in upskilling—they’re asking how. […]
Diversity 2.0: Why Inclusion Needs Action, Not Just Intent
For more than a decade, companies across the globe have proudly displayed their diversity statements, launched awareness campaigns, and even hired Chief Diversity Officers. But in 2025, the call is no longer just to “talk the talk.” The bar has moved. Welcome to Diversity 2.0—a bold, action-first approach that demands measurable inclusion, sustained leadership accountability, […]