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1 day ago | 
hrkatha.com | Radhika Sharma
In the hyper-competitive world of job hunting, candidates are often tempted to cross the thin line between standing out and selling an illusion. While trying to beat Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) or impress recruiters, many resort to shortcuts—some harmless, others deceptive, and many just misguided. But what most job seekers don’t realise is that experienced recruiters and hiring managers have become adept at spotting these red flags, often within the first few seconds of reading a resume.
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2 days ago | 
hrkatha.com | Radhika Sharma
In the bustling kitchens of Indian homes, the ritual of cooking is a delicate dance between tradition and innovation. So too at Orkla India, where centuries-old spice traditions meet modern corporate governance. The Nordic investment company, which owns heritage Indian brands MTR, Eastern and Rasoi Magic, has crafted a workforce strategy as complex and nuanced as the country’s regional cuisines. “Orkla has a unique model.
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3 days ago | 
hrkatha.com | Radhika Sharma
In an era of rising economic nationalism, business strategy is no longer merely about markets and margins. It is increasingly about how countries redefine alliances, impose tariffs and restrict immigration—and how companies respond to balance risk with reward. At the heart of this recalibration lies talent: where it is deployed, how it is nurtured, and whether it can transcend borders.
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6 days ago | 
hrkatha.com
The decision stems from how DeepSeek handles user data
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6 days ago | 
hrkatha.com | Radhika Sharma
Fifteen years ago, the French hospitality giant Accor relied heavily on expatriate managers to maintain its global standards. Today, every general manager across its Indian operations is locally developed talent—a transformation achieved through systematic investment in learning and development. This shift from imported to homegrown leadership reflects not merely a cost-saving measure but a strategic response to evolving market dynamics.
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1 week ago | 
hrkatha.com | Radhika Sharma
The freelance life, with its constant hustle and unpredictable rhythms, is as much about managing the quiet as it is about handling the busy. When emails stop pinging, deadlines vanish, and the calendar sits disconcertingly blank, the silence can feel deafening. For many freelancers, these lulls provoke anxiety, even existential dread. The absence of deadlines can feel like an absence of purpose. Yet what appears to be a professional drought might actually be fertile ground for reinvention.
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1 week ago | 
hrkatha.com | Radhika Sharma
The first day of a new job often carries a unique thrill. Fresh opportunities, warm welcomes, and the promise of belonging set the tone. But as the novelty fades, so too can the excitement. For many organisations, the challenge isn’t starting well—it’s sustaining that day-one energy. “Everyone pays attention to the new bride. After that, everybody gets into their own sphere of work,” quips Praveen Purohit, deputy CHRO, Vedanta Resources, in a telling analogy.
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1 week ago | 
hrkatha.com | Radhika Sharma
The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) has urged its employees not to resort to strike action, citing potential damage to the organisation’s financial recovery and stability. This appeal comes after a meeting with the state’s transport minister and employee union representatives to address staff concerns and demands. TGSRTC emphasised that the corporation is steadily moving towards financial stability, largely due to the combined efforts of its workforce.
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1 week ago | 
hrkatha.com | Radhika Sharma
Just as IKEA’s furniture is thoughtfully designed for functionality, so too is its corporate culture engineered for equality. The Swedish retailer has meticulously constructed a workplace where gender balance isn’t aspirational but foundational, achieving remarkable results in its Indian operation: approximately 45 per cent female co-workers overall and 60 per cent women in senior leadership positions.
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1 week ago | 
hrkatha.com | Radhika Sharma
Whilst many organisations experiment with generative artificial intelligence (AI), Amdocs, a multinational telecommunications technology company, has already transformed its talent acquisition strategy with the technology. Moving beyond mere automation, Amdocs has reimagined recruitment as a strategic function that anticipates future needs rather than simply filling current vacancies.