Starting out in a leadership role at a young age is daunting—especially when you’re leading a team of people who are not only older than you but also have far more experience. I encountered this challenge when I was tasked with leading an HR team, where many of the members had been working in HR…
Let’s talk about being in your early 30s and finding yourself caught between two generations at work. Right now, I’m in a startup where the team spans from 20-somethings to 40-somethings. And guess what? The 20s crowd thinks I’m way too “old” to understand their hustle, and the 40s crowd thinks I’m still “too young”…
Organizations often feel like complex puzzles—pieces scattered across teams, functions, and processes. But what if instead of focusing on individual pieces, you looked at the whole picture? That’s where systems thinking and structural design come in, transforming scattered efforts into a cohesive, high-performing entity. Let’s dive into these concepts and see how they work, with real-world scenarios to bring…
The Full and Final (FnF) settlement process is a crucial aspect of managing employee exits, whether through resignation, termination, or retirement. This process involves clearing dues such as salary, bonuses, leave encashment, gratuity, provident fund (PF), and any deductions an employee owes to the organization. Delays or errors in FnF processing can lead to legal…
In India’s growing digital economy, businesses rely heavily on data, making the offboarding process an essential part of managing employee exits. When employees leave, ensuring that sensitive data is protected and that the organization complies with Indian data privacy laws is critical. Mishandling data during offboarding can lead to data breaches, financial losses, and legal…
In the dynamic landscape of today’s workplace, the relationship between managers and employees is crucial for organizational success. Enter Gallup’s Q12 survey, a powerful tool that not only measures employee engagement but also serves as a catalyst for enhancing these vital relationships. This article explores how the Q12 influences managerial-employee dynamics, fostering a culture of communication,…
When an employee exits, especially one who has been deeply involved in critical projects or holds unique expertise, it can create a knowledge gap that disrupts workflow, delays project delivery, and lowers team productivity. A well-executed knowledge transfer (KT) process is essential to ensure that departing employees pass on their knowledge to remaining team members,…
In the dynamic world of human resources, offboarding often gets overshadowed by the excitement of hiring and onboarding new talent. Yet, the way an organization handles the departure of an employee can significantly impact its culture, reputation, and even its bottom line. Among the critical elements of offboarding is Full and Final (FnF) processing, a…
In an era where employee engagement is crucial for organizational success, Gallup’s Q12 survey stands out as a powerful tool for measuring and enhancing workplace satisfaction. Developed in 1998, the Q12 consists of twelve straightforward questions designed to gauge various aspects of employee engagement. Each question is rooted in extensive research and reflects the factors…
Can we all take a moment to appreciate the absolute fire that the younger generation is bringing to work these days? These folks are unapologetically ambitious, crystal-clear about their goals, and fearless about drawing boundaries. It’s not just refreshing—it’s inspiring. They know exactly what they want to do—and, more importantly, what they won’t do. And…
