A Human-Centric Workplace Culture: The Missing Key to Productivity & Engagement
Continuing our deep dive into the evolving workplace, we’ve unpacked why employees are unhappy, how expectations are being shattered, and why traditional engagement strategies are failing. Now, let’s take this further to dissect why this is happening and the one productivity hack no one talks about—a human-centric workplace. Every company wants better productivity. Every leader […]
Why Traditional Workplaces Fail Employee Engagement and How to Fix It
In my ongoing series on workplace transformation, we’re exploring the forces driving (and stalling) employee engagement in today’s evolving landscape. While the return to the office is underway, many organizations still rely on outdated structures that sap engagement and cause burnout. Today, I’m breaking down why effective employee engagement is more than just a “nice-to-have”—it’s […]
Fast, Flexible, and Forward-thinking: Agile Organization
Buckle up, because the business world is moving faster than ever. Zoom out and you’ll notice technology has accelerated the pace of change, influencing every aspect of our lives over the past few decades, especially the workplace. Disruption is at its highest frequency and innovation is exponential! Not long ago, people visited banks for routine […]
Unmet Expectations in Modern Workplaces
Continuing our series on understanding and addressing the growing dissatisfaction in today’s workforce. I’m peeling back another layer of the complex challenges that businesses and employees face. Today, let’s talk about the hidden struggle of unmet expectations subtly weakening the fabric of modern workplaces. The Complexity of Employee Needs Ramesh, a project manager […]
4 Critical Gaps Feeding the Rise of the Unhappy Employee
The world is witnessing an unsettling trend in the workforce, one where discontent and disconnect are on the rise. Well, it’s not just about the paycheck or the corner office anymore. It’s about searching for meaning in the 9-to-5, for personal growth and professional success. It’s what I call a growing epidemic: the rise of […]
Unlocking the Power of Inspirational Leadership: It’s Not What You Think!
As I reflect on my journey from a Chief Human Resources Officer to an advocate for happiness at work, I’ve come to realize that leadership is not just about guiding others but also about guiding oneself. Inspirational leadership is a voyage from good to great, and what sets inspiring leaders apart is their approach to […]
The Role of Leadership in Effective Team Management
If you’ve been following my blog, you’ll know we explored how individual contributions and dynamics shape the success of a collective. Today, let me pivot the focus to the other side of this equation: the nuanced art of team management from a leader’s perspective. After over 25 years in the corporate world, I’ve seen firsthand […]
How Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
Teamwork makes the dream work is a timeless concept that reminds us of the incredible power of collaboration that brings together diverse perspectives, skills, and experiences. When individuals come together, each playing their unique part, they can achieve something greater than one person could dream of alone. Teamwork is a reminder that success is […]
Putting Human-Centricity into Practice
In a world where only 23% of employees feel engaged at work, the call to improve the quality of the workplace environment has never been louder or more urgent. Between the numbers, metrics, and deadlines, lies an often overlooked yet critical aspect – the human element. How do we feel when we step into our […]
A Human-Centric Audit to Unlock Aliveness
Organizations today are grappling with diverse challenges. On one hand, they must navigate the relentless pace of technological advancements. On the other hand is a pressing need to redefine employee value proposition. And amidst this complex web of demands, the pursuit of human-centricity has become a rallying cry, with forward-thinking companies recognizing the immense value […]