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Updated on: Feb 2024
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Changing Landscape of Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity & Inclusion

Changing Landscape of Diversity and Inclusion

Organizations are constantly on the move. They are evolving and advancing their practices to build a progressive culture and meet the needs of the dynamic workforce. While companies strongly desire to embed Diversity and Inclusion in the ethos through their values, it is also crucial to do a reality check on the current stage of […]

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7 Ways to Motivate Employees in the Workplace
Employee Engagement

7 Ways to Motivate Employees in the Workplace

Motivating employees in the workplace is crucial for several reasons. Firstly, it enhances productivity and efficiency as motivated employees tend to be more engaged and committed to their work. Secondly, it improves job satisfaction and reduces turnover, leading to a more stable and experienced workforce. Additionally, employee motivation fosters a positive work culture, encouraging collaboration, […]

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The Growing Skills Gap in the Workplace
Skilling

The Growing Skills Gap in the Workplace

In India, companies are facing a skills gap emergency. Of the Indian population, 65% of them are less than the age of 35 years. India is 5th largest economy by nominal GDP, and third-largest by purchasing power parity, and being the fastest growing economy, technology changes in the Industry, the required skill among the workforce […]

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Shattering Stereotypes: DEI Blind Spots in Indian Landscape
Diversity & Inclusion

Shattering Stereotypes: DEI Blind Spots in Indian Landscape

Addressing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) blind spots in India requires shattering stereotypes entrenched in the societal landscape. Understanding What D&I/DE&I/DEI&B Mean How the Concept of Inclusion is Different for India In the context of India, the concept of Inclusivity takes a different significance due to the varied demography of the nation. It goes beyond […]

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How to file POSH Annual Return, last date, January 31
Prevention of Sexual Harassment(POSH)

How to file POSH Annual Return, last date, January 31

Is yours a company that employs 10 or more people? If so, you have to submit an annual POSH compliance report under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act of 2013 (“Act”) that provides protection to women against sexual harassment at the workplace. Your next question might be – ‘Why […]

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Top 6 ideas for keeping a team engaged
Employee Engagement

Top 6 ideas for keeping a team engaged

Keeping a team engaged is crucial for productivity, innovation, and overall job satisfaction. Here are six effective ideas to maintain team engagement: Clear Communication and Goal Alignment Transparent and regular communication is key to keeping the team engaged. Ensure that the team understands the company’s goals, their role in achieving these objectives, and how their […]

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Strategies To Upskill Your Workforce
Skilling

Strategies To Upskill Your Workforce

We are globally in a phase where we are seeing a sea shift in technology applications. The increasing focus on Quantum Computing, Metaverse, Augmented Reality, Gen AI, and Robotics advancements amongst others are redefining the way we live, work, and interact. Here are strategies to Upskill your workforce. The average half-life of skills is now […]

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Spirit of Wipro Run brings together employees & their families
Employee Engagement

Spirit of Wipro Run brings together employees & their families

Wipro Limited, a leading technology services and consulting company, yesterday held the 17th edition of the ‘Spirit of Wipro’ (SOW) run, which drew close to 40,000 participants across 140 locations. The annual event, under the theme of “Ambitions Realized,” provided an opportunity for employees and their families, as well as partners and clients, to connect […]

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What is Not Employee Engagement for Gen-Z Employees?
Employee Engagement

What is Not Employee Engagement for Gen-Z Employees?

Employee engagement for Generation Z (Gen Z) is a nuanced concept that may differ from previous generations. To understand what it is not for Gen Z, we need to consider their unique characteristics, expectations, and preferences in the workplace. Here are several misconceptions or aspects that may not align with Gen Z’s view of employee […]

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Why surge in sexual harassment cases in India’s top companies?
Prevention of Sexual Harassment(POSH)

Why surge in sexual harassment cases in India’s top companies?

According to Complykaro and ET report, there was 31% increase in sexual harassment complaints at the workplace in FY23 versus FY22, showing data from 370 of the BSE500 companies. The increase in complaints was across sectors: IT (84%), financial services (27%), telecom (58%), manufacturing (50%) and metals (65%). The complaints recorded a spike in the […]

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Update 2023: Prevention of Sexual Harassment (PoSH) Act 2013
Prevention of Sexual Harassment(POSH)

Update 2023: Prevention of Sexual Harassment (PoSH) Act 2013

What is Sexual Harassment in Workplace? The Act provides a comprehensive definition of sexual harassment, which includes any unwelcome physical, verbal, or non-verbal conduct of a sexual nature. The Prevention of Sexual Harassment (PoSH) Act was enacted in 2013 to address the issue of sexual harassment of women in the workplace. The Act applies to […]

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Best R&R Strategy to Engage Employees
Compensation & Benefits

Best R&R Strategy to Engage Employees

Employees are engaged when they, at a fundamental level, (a) are valued for their contribution (b) are learning and growing, manifested in their progress in their careers, and doing meaningful, increasingly larger and more complex assignments where they feel somewhat challenged (but not overwhelmed) (c) are aligned with the company’s value systems, and (d) adequately […]

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