What an Inclusive Workplace Looks Like and How to Build One
An inclusive workplace isn’t just about hiring diverse talent—it’s about creating a space where everyone feels safe, heard, and supported. Learn what inclusion looks like and how to build it with strong leadership, clear policies, and employee-driven culture.
Google’s Next CEO Must Be More Than a Tech Genius.
Google’s Next CEO Must Be More Than a Tech Genius. As Google stands at the forefront of AI and global digital transformation, the choice of its next CEO is more than a succession – it’s a decision that could shape the technological future of the world. When a company like Google sneezes, the […]
Best Strong Organizational Values Examples and How to Bring Them to Life
Organizational values define how a company operates, builds trust, and engages its employees. This article shares real organizational values examples from top companies and offers practical steps to bring those values to life. Learn how to embed values into daily actions and build a strong culture without spending much.
How to Increase Survey Response Rates for Better Insights
Survey response rates are more critical than ever in today’s hybrid, people-first workplaces. Low participation can lead to flawed data and poor decisions. This article explores why trust, timing, communication, and leadership involvement are key to boosting survey completion and unlocking honest, actionable employee feedback that drives meaningful change.
Leadership Lesson No B-School Teaches. Kush Kapoor, CEO Roseate Hotels & Resorts, in Conversation with Ekta Capoor
In this heartfelt CoffeeQs episode, Kush Kapoor, CEO of Roseate Hotels, opens up to host Ekta Capoor about his journey from a room boy to the boardroom, leading with empathy, discipline, and deep human values. Discover what it takes to drive luxury hospitality with heart, even through crises like COVID-19.
10 Leadership Qualities That Make Corporate Keynote Speakers Unforgettable and Impactful
What sets apart unforgettable corporate keynote speakers? It’s their leadership. From authenticity to humility, here are 10 essential leadership traits to look for when selecting a keynote speaker who will truly connect with your audience and drive meaningful impact at your corporate event.
The HR Leader’s Guide to Managing a Smooth Office Relocation
Relocating your office is more than logistics—it’s a major shift for employees. This guide helps HR leaders manage smooth office moves with strategic planning, employee communication, professional movers, and people-first support to minimize disruption and strengthen culture during a relocation.
Why 99% Entrepreneurs Fail! How to Be the 1% | Dr. Saarthak Bakshi, RISAA IVF in conversation with Ekta Capoor, Co-founder, Amazing Workplaces®
In this episode, Ekta Capoor, co-founder of Amazing Workplaces®, sits down with Dr. Saarthak Bakshi, Founder & CEO of Risaa IVF, a visionary healthcare entrepreneur who turned challenges into stepping stones for success.
How Leaders Can Pay It Forward by Mentoring the Next Generation
Mentorship is a powerful way for leaders to pay it forward. It builds future-ready teams, boosts productivity, and nurtures leadership. Great mentors guide, inspire, and create a legacy of growth and collaboration, turning workplaces into thriving ecosystems where everyone feels empowered to succeed and lead with purpose.
The Art of Non-Verbal Employee Appreciation
Non-verbal employee appreciation—through body language, small gestures, and thoughtful workspace design—deepens engagement, boosts morale, and creates a workplace culture where employees feel genuinely valued, respected, and motivated to perform.
Global Workforce Insights: Addressing Skills Gaps and Strengthening Talent Strategies in Risk and Fraud Prevention
A global survey reveals a critical need for workforce upskilling in financial services, with nearly 50% of executives struggling with credit risk and fraud prevention. Investing in AI, data integration, and cross-functional collaboration is essential to build agile, high-performing teams in today’s evolving risk landscape.
The CoffeeQs Show with Pankaj Sharma: Leadership, Innovation, and Navigating Challenges as an Entrepreneur.
Join Ekta Capoor on The CoffeeQs Show as she sits down with Pankaj Sharma, Founder & CEO of Happa Foods, to discuss leadership, innovation, and overcoming challenges. From scaling a startup to mentoring entrepreneurs, this episode unveils the human side of leadership. Watch now!
Creating a Culture of Respect: Combating Workplace Incivility in 2025
Workplace incivility erodes morale and productivity. In 2025, fostering respect isn’t optional—it’s vital for success. Learn how leaders can model respect, establish clear policies, and leverage data to create a positive workplace culture that enhances engagement, wellness, and collaboration.
Empowering Indian Artisans: How Ashnam’s Revolutionary HR Strategies Are Transforming the Handicraft Industry for Sustainable Growth
In this exclusive interview, Manojkumar Sharma, founder of Ashnam, shares his journey of revolutionizing India’s handicraft sector. Discover how innovative HR policies and artisan empowerment have transformed traditional craftsmanship into a thriving industry that values dignity, inclusivity, and sustainable growth.
Huella Services strengthens leadership by appointing Saurabh Wason as Revenue Head for NEXad
Huella Services appoints Saurabh Wason as Revenue Head for NEXad, its advanced interactive Connected TV (CTV) platform. Wason, with over 16 years of digital media expertise, will lead revenue growth and innovation, further transforming NEXad’s capabilities to help brands create impactful audience connections in the evolving CTV advertising landscape.
How Does Richard Branson, the Founder of Virgin Atlantic Builds an Enviable Culture?
Learn how Richard Branson’s people-first leadership style helped Virgin Atlantic build a thriving workplace culture where employees feel valued, empowered, and inspired to innovate. Discover the key elements that make Virgin Atlantic’s culture stand out, including fun at work, inclusivity, and a strong customer focus.
How empathy is reshaping leadership today : Aditi Balbir, Ecoratings shares with Ekta Capoor
Discover the transformative power of empathy in leadership as Aditi Balbir, co-founder of Eco Ratings, shares her inspiring journey in The CoffeeQs Show. From breaking barriers in male-dominated spaces to driving sustainable tourism, this conversation is about resilience, innovation, and staying true to one’s values.
Is Unpaid Overtime a Growing Concern Among Employees?
Unpaid overtime is a critical workplace issue impacting employee morale and productivity. Ambrish Kanungo, Head HR at Beyond Key, shares insights on its causes, effects, and solutions to promote a balanced work culture while addressing this growing concern. Learn how organizations can create healthier environments and enhance employee satisfaction.
10 Leadership Coaches Share Their Insights on Leadership in Today’s World
Explore insights from 10 top leadership coaches on modern leadership. From Bill Gates’ focus on humility to Simon Sinek’s purpose-driven leadership, learn how these experts shape today’s dynamic leadership trends. Discover how emotional intelligence, resilience, and visionary thinking are vital for leaders in 2024 and beyond.
Taj Hotels : Cultivating Unique Culture and Leadership in Global Hospitality
Explore how Taj Hotels seamlessly integrates visionary leadership, rigorous training programs, and core values to cultivate a unique culture of hospitality across its global properties, ensuring exceptional guest experiences at every destination.
STEER World Appoints Vishal Mehta as Director of Sustainable Materials Program
Vishal proven track record in meeting project goals, engaging global stakeholders, and delivering results with precision and entrepreneurial zeal underscores his capabilities. His previous leadership roles include positions at Enel Green Power and Larsen & Toubro.
Personalized Recognition: The Key to Employee Engagement and Productivity
Unleash peak performance! Discover Vantage Circle’s personalized recognition programs, designed using behavioral science to boost employee engagement & productivity. Learn how to create a culture of appreciation that empowers your workforce.
HCLTech appoints Bhavani Balasubramanian as Independent Director
She is a fellow member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and a member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India. Currently, she is a Strategic Consultant in diversity and inclusion.
Unveiling the DNA of Exceptional Teams: A Journey into “The Culture Code” by Daniel Coyle
Unlock the secrets of high-performing teams with Daniel Coyle’s ‘The Culture Code.’ From Navy SEAL camaraderie to Pixar’s genius, discover actionable strategies for building trust and collaboration. Elevate your leadership game and transform your team dynamics today.
Globale Media appoints Raj Swaminathan as Senior Director of Revenues & New Initiatives
Raj has more than 15 years of experience in Adtech, Affiliate, and Martech domains. He has held many country leadership roles in Sales, BD, Account Management, and partnerships across India, South East Asia, and emerging global markets.
Ashwin Sheth Group Welcomes Gauri Tandle as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to Drive Financial and Strategic Growth
Gauri possesses vast experience in shareholder value creation, ESG, corporate governance, business partnering, mergers and acquisitions, treasury and funding, investor relations, cost management, taxation, financial accounting, and reporting.
Gore-Tex: Where Integrity, Teamwork, and Innovation Unite!
Gore-Tex, the renowned clothing retailer boasts a rich history of innovation and a distinctive work culture. With a commitment to diversity and a unique lattice framework, Gore-Tex offers a dynamic and empowering environment for its Associates.
Globale Media appoints Kritika Arora as the Director of Performance & Acquisitions
Before this position, Kritika gained valuable experience at organizations like Silverpush and PolicyBazaar. She also founded Hochads, making her an ideal fit for her current role.
Mr. Sidhartha Shishoo Joins SG Analytics as COO
A seasoned professional, Sidhartha Shishoo (Sidhartha) brings over 25+ years of experience in leading multiple business functions and defining organizational culture to build high-performing global teams that remain happy and engaged.
Ex-Wipro and London Stock Exchange Executive, Hemant Kshatriya Joins Creative Synergies Group as Vice President of Quality and Business Excellence
Hemant joins Creative Synergies Group from London Stock Exchange Group, where he worked as the Senior Consultant for Operational Excellence. He has extensive experience working with robotic process automation and diagnostics and Intelligence.
“AdCount Technologies’ SupplyNote appoints IHM Alumnus, Pramod Buram, as Business Head to Accelerate SaaS Growth
“Pramod’s dedication to the F&B industry and his relentless pursuit of excellence make him an ideal fit for SupplyNote. His ability to understand clients and team members, and his genuine concern for their success, will undoubtedly drive our growth.
iThrive appointed Avinash Deshmukh as Chief Operating Officer
Avinash has over 25 years of experience primarily in the oil and gas industry and has been at the helm of multiple large projects. He served as the assistant vice president of CIIF Lubricants for 8 years until 2021 before getting involved with iThrive.
Hisense India names Pranab Mohanty as CEO to Lead Growth Strategy
With Mr. Mohanty’s appointment, Hisense India aims to leverage his expertise and experience to drive the company’s strategic initiatives and strengthen its brand presence in the country.
Shipyaari appoints Ex Amazonian Manish Bhardwaj as National Sales Director to strengthen its leadership team
In his new position, Manish will oversee the development and execution of Shipyaari’s customer acquisition strategy along with driving India expansion and identifying new business opportunities to drive revenue growth.
CureBay an innovative Health-Tech firm appoints Vasant Nangia as President to strengthen its leadership team
With Vasant’s appointment, CureBay now aims to rapidly scale up from its current 30 e-clinics and pharmacies to building a world-class health-tech enterprise, by harnessing innovative technology and rapidly building seamless infrastructure across geographies.
People, potential and purpose – Leading the human way with Human Leadership Summit 2023
The purpose of this event was to make belonging the focal point of the workplace community. The goal for the future is to broaden the horizons both in spirit and in reality – to make work and the workplace more human.
Davaindia Strengthens Leadership Team with Three Key Appointments
Each of these individuals brings substantial experience and knowledge to their respective jobs and will play a critical role in establishing the company’s future path. They will be based out of Surat.
Magenta Mobility appoints Shashank Chauhan as its Operations Head
His understanding of the EV ecosystem, along with a passion to bring about a change in the mobility sector is what impressed me. I am sure he will be an invaluable asset to Magenta’s leadership team.”
Westlife Foodworld appoints Rohith Kumar as Chief Human Resources Officer
Rohith will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resources and will play a key role in building talent capabilities and culture, enabling an inclusive work environment.
“The pandemic has brought in more Empathetic and Authentic Leadership Styles”, Archanna Das, CEO, ASCENT
With COVID-19, Leadership has taken on greater significance. The pandemic has brought in more Empathetic and Authentic Leadership Styles. the emphasis is largely on leadership communication abilities to keep their teams connected.
Our new office fosters interaction learning, and inclusion : Shailesh Singh, Sr. Director & CPO, Max Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
The Max Life’s new office is designed on the key sustainability principles and built to step up productivity and collaboration opportunities in a hybrid work model for the new-age workforce. The workplace offers personalized experiences that enhance productivity, bringing dynamism to everyday work.
What Is Emotional Intelligence And Why Is It So Important In The Workplace?
Emotional intelligence is important in the workplace. It improves wellness and drives professional achievement, serves managers by building motivated and engaged teams, and profits organizations by increasing productivity and efficiency.
15+ Leadership Behaviours You Need to Master to be an Excellent Leader
Being a leader is not easy and requires a lot of time, energy, and effort. There are many different leadership behaviors you need to master to be an excellent leader. These 15+ leadership behaviors will help take your leadership skills to the next level.
Point of View Interview, Partha Neog, Co-Founder & CEO, Vantage Circle
In this interview, Partha Neog, Co-Founder & CEO, Vantage Circle, talks about Vantage Circle, the importance of recognition for employees and the various aspects and relevant strategies and best practices for recognition.
Corporate leaders recommend these 9 business / motivational Books and speak about why they got Inspired by them
Reading is a habit that most famous leaders develop consciously for their personal as well as professional growth. It helps them obtain deeper wisdom, clarity of thought and aids them in continuous self development.
Human leadership is founded on the basis of trust
One of the most important duties organizational leaders have is to create an atmosphere of trust. Trust in a leader is a currency that does not come easy, it takes time, a lot of effort, and is the result of many factors.
Point of View Interview, Nupur Mehta, VP- Human Resources, NIUM
Over the last few years, Nupur has helped scale HR processes for NIUM as the company rapidly became the first global B2B payments unicorn from Southeast Asia.
Spotlight Interview : Beate Schulte, Senior Expert, Employer Branding, All For One group
Beate is particularly passionate about Employer branding. She believes that a good employer brand is not created through active appreciation, transparency and comprehensible behavior not just during recruitment and onboarding process, but also during transitions.
Anil Chaudhary, former CMD, Steel Authority of India joins Primus Partners as Advisor
A widely acknowledged industry leader, Anil Chaudhary was formerly Chairman & Managing Director, Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL). Prior to assuming leadership of SAIL, he led multiple functions like Finance, Marketing, Operations, Projects, and Personnel.
“Start With Why” by Simon Sinek: Taking The Right Step With Inspiration From Successful Leaders!
In this book, Sinek assembles a clear perspective of what efforts are required to inspire and become a leader based on a series of real-life circumstances. This book is for those who need the inspiration to succeed, become a leader, and get motivated.
Why Do Leaders Need To Be Humans First?
Leaders play a critical role in our workplaces and society. As people in positions of power and authority, they have the capacity to impact our daily lives. The onus of establishing connection too, therefore, lies on them.
Spotlight Interview : Christian Vetter, Co-founder, HR Forecast
Christian believes that the best way to predict the future is to create it (or use Big Data)” He focuses on data-driven decision-making processes, disruptive HR technologies and next generation workforce management.
Exotel Appoints Puru Govind as New Chief Product Officer
Govind will be leading the Product team in building the emerging market’s first AI-powered cloud customer engagement stack where Exotel’s communication platform and Ameyo’s contact center platform would be unified and enriched.
Avail Finance appoints Alexander John as Chief Business Officer
Alexander comes with immense experience managing large scale operations and rollouts spanning multiple geographies, building overall stages of credit cycles, launching new businesses as well as rollback of unsustainable product lines, etc.
MoEngage Announces Appointment of Veena Satish as Vice President of People and Culture
Veena’s expertise will help streamline organizational processes and drive HR strategies to create delightful experiences for the team. Veena will also help uphold the diversity and inclusion goals at MoEngage, assisting the brand in evolving as the preferred global employer.
Hirect strengthens its leadership team
Hirect, a chat-based direct hiring app designed specifically for high-growth startups, has announced two new appointments to strengthen its leadership team as part of this strategic hiring process.
Gray Matters Capital appoints Smita Sircar as President and CEO
Gray Matters Capital (GMC), an impact investment firm founded in Atlanta that has invested $275m in microfinance and education ventures globally, has announced the appointment of Smita Sircar as its President & CEO under the mission of “Finding Purpose with 100 Million Women.
Driving A World-Class Mindset At Edwards Lifesciences
As an industry thought leader, Edwards is bound to thrive faster, learn and evolve quicker and build strong partnerships with leading clinicians globally striving to transform medical practice.
Efficacy Worldwide appoints Ms Naazda Hussain Khan as Chief Growth Officer
Ms Khan has a dynamic experience of 18 years in building brands and business development at scale. She has worked with leading companies, including Sherpas Software Pvt Ltd, HT Media Ltd., Reliance Entertainment, Star India Pvt Ltd, Outlook India Pvt Ltd etc.
“Skills and Attitudes Stay, Knowledge Fades” – A Powerful Spotlight Interview with Tarun Anand Hosted by Ekta Capoor
In this exclusive conversation, Ekta Capoor interviews Tarun Anand, Founder of Universal Business School, on how skills and attitudes now outweigh static knowledge in business education.
SoPost Appoints Christopher Cormier to GM of North America & VP of Sales
In his new role, Cormier will lead growth and innovation for SoPost in the U.S. market, along with expanding the team for SoPost, helping scale SoPost in the top market and bring its unique and proven platform to more customers.
CarDekho appoints Mayank Gupta as CFO
Mayank Gupta brings in rich experience of over 20 years, including 14 years at GE. He has also worked with leading corporate brands such as Maruti Suzuki, Ecom Express and Tata 1mg.
Spotlight Interview : Divya Prakash Joshi, Site Leader and Senior Director at the Medtronic Engineering and Innovation Centre, Hyderabad
Divya talks about the unquestionable importance of Healthcare industry, the role of Medtronic therein and how innovation shall demarcate between organizations that shall succeed and those that won’t.
Dr. Sashi Reddi appointed as Chairman of IndianMoney.com
Dr. Sashi Reddi has been appointed as the Chairman of IndianMoney.com effective September 2021. IndianMoney.com is India’s leading provider of financial and livelihood education, with over 3 million active users.
TuneIn Hires Digital Media Industry Veteran Stefan Zilch as General Manager for Germany, Positions Company for Global Growth and Acceleration
Stefan Zilch has been hired as General Manager for Germany, and has opened the company’s first international office in Berlin, as part of the company’s ongoing global growth initiatives.
SoPost Appoints Hélène Tournesac as France Partnerships Director to Power Growth Efforts
With online product sampling on the rise in France, SoPost looks forward to becoming the go-to sampling solution for elevated French beauty brands as well as various FMCG brands looking to reach more consumers through digital channels.
“We Are Working On Various Human Resource Strategies To Attract, Engage & Retain Talent”, Says Glory Nelson-Chief People & Tech Strategy Officer, Xebia
Not only did we introduce useful policies, but also executed a series of employee engagement activities in order to keep the team connected and be prepared to tackle the effects of the pandemic.
Design career paths for employees to help them attain their career aspirations
We are leaving no stone unturned to make Biz2credit a great place to work. Where people experienced salary cuts after March 2020 during the severe outbreak of COVID-19, we promised that we will complete our appraisal process and give increments to our employees for their hard work.
Spotlight Interview : Joy George, Head Human Resources, CDK Global India
Joy talks about how CDK is diligently working towards #employeesafety and wellness during the pandemic to #support it’s employees in India and what are few of the many aspects that make CDK Global a Great Place to Work (GPTW)
Stelis Biopharma appoints Mark W. Womack as the new CEO
Mark is an organization builder with a track record of delivering unprecedented performance and growth in his previous roles. Before joining Stelis, Mark was the Chief Business Officer (CBO) for AGC Biologics (AGC), one of the world’s leading global biopharmaceutical CDMOs.
‘Open-Heart’ Workplace Culture for an Amazing Workplace
Open Heart Culture means a workplace that welcomes all, has tolerance towards mistakes, accepts differences & a variety of ideas, empowers and enables all talent, and most importantly respects and values every single individual.
Times Network restructures its leadership team; announces key elevations and new appointments
With its foray into Indian Language with Times Now Navbharat and ET Now Swadesh in Hindi, Times Network is focused on consolidating its leadership position in the news category besides capitalizing on growth triggers including digital, branded content, and new revenue streams for the Network brands.
