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rising to the challenge of succession planning in family firms
finding a family successor is one of the greatest challenges for family firms but when done correctly, it will deliver value for the company over and above any other strategy.
4 min |
january 2017
Indian Management
A Poor ‘Reflection'
Performance appraisal is a regular exercise at most companies, and is supposedly meant to keep subjectivity at bay. But many a time, bias creeps in, affecting the morale of employees and leaving them perplexed about the ethicality of the exercise. Here, poor rating by his senior leaves a telecom firm employee perplexed.
4 min |
February 2019
Indian Management
Widen Horizons
Strong and productive teams rest on the strength of convergence—of diverse people, different experiences, and divergent views.
5 min |
February 2019
Indian Management
Leading Into The Future
What does it take to be a leader in the new economy?
4 min |
February 2019
Indian Management
Towards Newer Shores
Starting a business venture abroad would bring along many advantages, especially for SMEs.
3 min |
July 2018
Indian Management
Being In The Present
Can we hone the ability to be mindful?
5 min |
July 2018
Indian Management
Setting The Stage
A robust onboarding programme is as important as a firm’s recruitment process; without this, talent rarely sticks.
4 min |
July 2018
Indian Management
Securing The Future
Preparing the workforce for the uncertainties of the future is the optimum way to create a competitive advantage.
4 min |
July 2018
Indian Management
Put The Right Foot Forward
The tourism industry’s failure to attract international tourists calls for a shift in the marketing strategy.
6 min |
July 2018
Indian Management
Tune Up To The Pitch
Resonant leadership entails a strong bond with the employees—empowering them, making them feel valued, and thereby bringing out the best in them.
4 min |
September 2018
Indian Management
What's Your Resonance Quotient?
Resonant leaders are those who break the mould and chart a new path for themselves, cemented by the strength of connections and empathy.
5 min |
September 2018
Indian Management
The People Business
The people business In December 2000, the two financial giants—one of India’s largest private sector bank and a century-old international financial services group—came together to form Live Strong Life Insurance.1 It was among the first private sector life insurance companies to begin operations that year, after receiving approval from Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI).
10+ min |
September 2018
Indian Management
Maximising Persuasiveness
Negotiation is an integral part of the leadership journey. A three-pronged approach would come in handy while ensuring buy-in.
6 min |
April 2019
Indian Management
Productivity At Stake
Distraction is a workplace reality. It needs concerted efforts to make employees steer clear of it.
5 min |
April 2019
Indian Management
Direct Impact
Leaders should prioritise employee engagement to improve productivity, surge ahead of competition, and create an aspirational workplace.
4 min |
April 2019
Indian Management
Adding ‘Real' Value
AI can enormously increase the degree of predictability in organisational functions, especially HR.
4 min |
April 2019
Indian Management
The ‘What' And ‘How' Of Culture
A framework to understand the commonality element in one’s own organisational culture while working towards innovation.
5 min |
December 2018
Indian Management
Best Step Forward
Bringing about change is hard work. It requires support from the top, motivation of those who are affected by it, and orchestration from within.
4 min |
December 2018
Indian Management
Spreading Roots
Franchising is a sought-after model for global expansion, but weigh the pros and cons before taking the plunge.​​​
5 min |
December 2018
Indian Management
Tread With Caution
Franchising is not the perfect expansion model for all.
6 min |
December 2018
Indian Management
It Begins With You
How to build self-esteem and steer a path toward success.
3 min |
December 2018
Indian Management
Look Beyond The Valey
The Silicon Valley model irrefutably holds great learnings for startup ecosystems, but India should channel its innovation potential in such a way as to suit native realities.
10+ min |
December 2018
Indian Management
Boosting Brands, The AI Way
“Ecommerce has transformed the way business is done in emerging markets such as India. With penetration of the internet and smartphones reaching over half a billion people, the opportunity is extremely large and promising,” says Mangesh Panditrao CEO, Shoptimize India Private Limited. It is this opportunity that the company plans to tap in the near future. With 102 live clients and growing at 400 per cent Y-o-Y, Shoptimize is all set to harness the power of AI—for sustainability and growth of themselves and their clients.
6 min |
December 2018
Indian Management
Right Fit
Softskills are being increasingly seen as a solid strength, but recruiters should take care to keep bias at bay.
4 min |
July 2019
Indian Management
Commit To Clarity
Consistent communication is the hallmark of an impactful leader.
6 min |
July 2019
Indian Management
Perfect Symphony
What results is a melody when different notes harmoniously blend. And what evolves is an organisation that scores high on productivity, employee satisfaction, and profitability when its various elements integrate.
5 min |
July 2019
Indian Management
Give Yourself A 'Brain Break'
Scientific research has added new depths to the act of delving deep into the realms of the subconscious; it has proven how zoning out benefits one’s creativity and well-being.
5 min |
July 2019
Indian Management
Learn It The Hard Way
B-schools and students can no longer afford to let softskills take a back seat. It could cost them dear.
6 min |
July 2019
Indian Management
Keep The Pace
Technological advancements require leaders to develop new softskills in negotiating teams and hone existing ones.
5 min |
July 2019
Indian Management
The Next Mile
For managers, there is no better way to be effective than to strengthen their core skills and seize new challenges.
4 min |