Amidst the chaos, shutdowns, and fears of financial ruin, I find many people surrounding me wondering if they are staring down the barrel of a coronavirus led recession. Several can slowly be seen sinking into a state of depression and worry. These are trying times for all of us. As businessmen and senior industry officials, one has to juggle the stress of profits, losses, salaries, layoffs and perhaps even bankruptcy forRead More
As an entrepreneur and an employer, I have witnessed a multitude of changes in the last few days owing to COVID-19, as have all of us. This virus has claimed many lives, instilled deep-rooted panic and brought our lives and businesses to a halt. In this scenario, which we have perhaps never experienced before, I find myself having stumbled upon certain crucial learnings which I wish to share with everyone:Read More
Achieving a sustainable workplace is a balancing act that requires companies to factor in people, profits and planet (the three vital Ps) with each being equally important. They are meant to enhance profits, keep employees content and minimize the impact on the environment. Some companies might brush off the concept of sustainable workplace and work styles as fanciful thinking, but there are excellent reasons why this needs to be done.Read More
Workplaces cannot remain in limbo. They are a reflection of the spirit of the times – the culture, trends, values, ideas, technology and expectations of the era they are operating in. With changes in lifestyle, the workplace too evolves. This is an organic procedure. If organizations stay in a rut, then they will not attract new talents or retain employees. They will be edged out of the competition by moreRead More
The workplace has to be a fluid entity. If it stays in a state of arrested development, it will soon be nudged out of the competition. The one thing that can give a leg-up to any office is future-proofing. So, what exactly is it? Future-proofing means upgrading the workspace in keeping with or in anticipation of the changes that are sweeping the industry. This way, the workplace is in aRead More
