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Aligning business goals and decoding employee behaviour: A modern strategy for MSMEs
Alignment between business goals and employee behaviour is not a one-time effort but an ongoing process that requires continuous attention and adjustment.
Job demand in renewable energy sector surges 23.7 pc in FY24: Report
The renewable energy sector is seeing a rise in demand for roles like solar PV technicians, wind turbine installers, roofers, and storage operators, in addition to a decline in attrition rates to 33.5% in FY24.
Renewable industry workforce addition accelerates, attrition slows: Teamlease data
Strong growth in headcount underscores sector's expansion to meet global renewable energy targets and increasing demand for skilled workers
An investment advisor – A planner for your financial dreams
Globalisation, urbanisation, and technology have impacted the Indian lifestyle, blending tradition with modernity. The anticipated growth in Indian household wealth underscores the need for effective investment planning and wealth management.
Technology-enabled professional services firm Sikich Secures $250 Million minority growth investment from Bain Capital
Sikich LLC received a $250 million investment from Bain Capital to accelerate growth and maintain professional services leadership under CEO Christopher Geier.
The Importance of Passive Investing to Achieve Your Wealth Goals
Gaurav Doshi, Principal Officer & Fund Manager at 360 ONE Wealth Open, advocates passive investing as crucial for long-term portfolios amidst the debate between Active and Passive strategies.
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Focus on inclusion; representation will follow, says Balaji Sreenivasan, EVP-HR, Colgate-Palmolive India
Companies focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) for societal change and business benefits. Balaji Sreenivasan of Colgate-Palmolive India highlights authentic representation, an inclusive work environment, and the extended Supportive Caregiver Policy. They introduce the Workplace Inclusivity Policy, gender-neutral primary caregiver leave, and benefits for people with disabilities (PwDs).
Donald Trump wants to control the Justice Department and FBI. His allies have a plan
Donald Trump's allies aim to reshape the Justice Department to align with conservative causes, potentially compromising its independence and core values in a second Trump presidency.
Corporate India's big push for diversity: Companies intensify efforts to recruit women from entry level
Corporate giants in India, such as RPG Group, Deloitte, Tata Steel, Amazon, and Zinnov, are doubling down on diversity by ramping up efforts to recruit more women from the ground up. Strategies include targeted campus hiring, incentivizing recruitment agencies to bring in high-potential female candidates, and creating networking platforms to link women with leadership. These initiatives aim to cultivate a diverse workforce from the start, fostering a culture of inclusion and innovation.
Are you thinking about studying overseas? This is how to up your odds of getting a scholarship
Explore scholarships strategically with passion, persistence, and organizational discipline to enhance success for international students aspiring academic advancement in their study abroad journey.
Global debt crisis impacting nearly 95 countries: G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant
G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant emphasized the challenges posed by the Russia-Ukraine war and tensions in the Middle East for global stability and economics. He stressed the need for urgent action to pursue inclusive and sustainable growth strategies in the face of a global debt crisis affecting nearly 95 countries, while maintaining focus on achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.
Broaden base to fill boardrooms
Although corporate hiring of women has grown, numbers start thinning out as their female workforce confronts work-family trade-offs after a decade in their jobs. This has led to a flurry of corporate intent to retain them, but supporting HR strategies have largely been missing. Companies are now moving into the next stage of their diversity journey by offering women the extra training they need to move past their higher mid-career hurdle.
AI-generated fashion models could bring more diversity to the industry - or leave it with less
London-based model Alexsandrah's AI twin, used in photo shoots, mirrors her in detail, highlighting diversity in fashion modeling. Concerns raised about racial representation in the industry. Levi Strauss & Co. tests AI models for diversity.
Diageo India signs MoU with SCPwD to train students under ‘Learning for Life’ programme
Alcobev maker Diageo India (United Spirits) partners with the Skill Council for People with Disabilities (SCPwD) to train 300 Persons with Disability (PwDs) under its ‘Learning for Life’ programme. The initiative aims to champion inclusion and diversity, aligning with Diageo’s Society 2030: Spirit of Progress goals. Certified trainers will conduct residential training programmes in SCPwD-affiliated centres across India, preparing students for roles in business and hospitality. The programme focuses on overcoming employment barriers and providing equal access to resources and employment opportunities.
Unleashing potential, embracing diversity: A symphony of women's voices
The ET Women Conclave 2024 gathered women leaders to discuss pressing issues, celebrate achievements, and promote leadership roles across industries. The event featured insightful sessions on work-life balance, gender-neutral leadership, and women's empowerment in various fields.
Nearly 78% employees in India experience job burnout, says UKG study
About 64% employees would readily accept a workload reduction for a commensurate pay cut, indicating that a majority of employees recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance and are willing to prioritise it over financial gain. However, the study also shows that nearly 89 % of employees in India claim to be highly motivated by challenges and extra responsibility at work, while 76% believe that their work is more than just a ‘job’ to them and has a special meaning.
Hindustan Zinc aims to have 30% women across levels
The Vedanta group company has nine board members, of which five are women. Pointing out that there are barriers, including psychological, to inclusion of more women in the workforce, especially in male-dominated sectors of mining and manufacturing, Priya Agarwal Hebbar said, “It is also got to do with whether companies have the right policies to attract women.”
There are more women in leadership roles now, but challenges & biases still remain
Despite progress, gender diversity challenges persist in corporate India. Initiatives like gender-neutral job descriptions and mixed-gender interview panels aim to reduce bias in hiring processes, supporting women's career advancement and retention.
From digital literacy to women entrepreneurship: How Nasscom Foundation is championing technology for social good and SDG push
Nasscom Foundation is focused on driving social change through technology, and its broad spectrum of initiatives are aimed at holistically harnessing technology for social innovation, says Nidhi Bhasin, CEO.
Goal to make India hub for scientific learning: PM Modi
Narendra Modi envisions India as a key scientific learning center by embracing global practices. The 'A Decade of Science' report, released by Jitendra Singh, highlights achievements in diverse fields, emphasizing the importance of education reforms and innovative tech solutions.
Navigating future pathways and growth opportunities in renewable energy
The latest episode of ET Career Talks focused on the future of renewable energy careers and the surge of green jobs in India. It highlighted India's ambitious energy transition goals, the global energy transition, and the importance of education and skill development in the renewable energy sector.
Fewer women are getting promotions compared with men, shows study
Women are also getting a smaller chunk of the promotion budget. Of the entire promotion budget that companies have, women are paid Rs 88 for every Rs 100 that men are paid, according to data from global professional services firm Aon, shared exclusively with ET. This indicates that women are not getting higher-paying jobs or are getting fewer high-paying roles.
Need more women in AI for inclusive development of the technology
A diverse workforce is better tooled to identify and remove biases, while women also bring to the table a different mental toolkit
India, Greece agree to expand cooperation in diverse areas
New opportunities are opening up in defence manufacturing in India, which can be beneficial to both countries, Modi said.
'Balrampur Chini announces Rs 2000cr capex in India's first industrial bioplastic
Balrampur Chini Mills Limited (BCML) announced a Rs 2000 crore forward integration project for the first-ever industrial bioplastic plant in India. The project aims to combat climate change, achieve net zero emissions, and promote efficient usage of sugar as a raw material. Stefan Barot's expertise adds value to the project.
Charting the global economy: Red Sea causes the biggest diversion of international trade in decades
Two months of missile, drone and hijacking attacks against civilian ships in the Red Sea have caused the biggest diversion of international trade in decades, pushing up costs for shippers as far away as Asia and North America.
Why you shouldn't over-diversify your investment portfolio
Priya is a committed investor, who has put together a diverse pool of investments over time. She is confident about her product selection, having mitigated risk by spreading her investments across numerous products, with small amounts.
Nurturing diversity and women’s leadership in family enterprises: A call to action
This article aims to delve into the critical aspects of promoting women's leadership within family businesses. By focusing on dual role balancing, the importance of support networks, gender inclusivity, and drawing lessons from successful women peers, we can unravel a comprehensive roadmap for transformative change.
Leadership in Diversity: Fostering Inclusivity in Your Team
Leadership plays a crucial role in fostering inclusivity within teams. By leading by example, creating a safe environment, fostering diverse networks, providing training, setting inclusive goals, empowering diverse voices, promoting cross-cultural competence, actively listening, seeking feedback, and celebrating diversity, leaders can create a team that thrives on inclusivity. Despite challenges such as resistance to change and unconscious bias, strong leadership and a commitment to diversity and inclusion can overcome these obstacles. Inclusive leadership is not just a choice but a strategic imperative in today's rapidly changing world.
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