Management Perspectives

Happy employees are engaged employees, resulting in increased productivity as well as lower absenteeism from work.

In this era of accountability, let us rise to the challenge, embracing the mantle of responsibility with humility and determination. Let us be the leaders who inspire trust, foster inclusivity, and drive innovation with a human touch.

The transition to a circular economy marks a pivotal moment for Indian businesses, offering more than just economic benefits. By transcending profit-driven models and adopting sustainable practices, companies can forge resilience, drive innovation, enhance customer value and generate enduring value for society and the environment alike.

Figuring out what motivates us can sometimes be tricky. We all know that motivation is something we want more of, but actually finding it is an altogether different challenge. What’s worse is that the overall output of the organisation inevitably starts to dip when dealing with a whole team—or even a whole company—full of people feeling disengaged.

Why should the focus of first-time CEOs be on people skills and relationship building to ensure they feel thoroughly prepared for the demands of their role?

Leaders will never be omniscient or omnipotent. A more grounded and compassionate stance is one of courageous humility in the midst of change. Anything else runs the risk of denying reality.

From nurturing culture to quelling fires, and everything in between, middle managers often perform the role of being the gatekeepers of organisational success.

A sense of well-being—whatever that means to us—results in a number of benefits with research showing greater efficiency, more effective interpersonal interactions and taking of opportunities, greater motivation, and even greater cognitive flexibility (resulting in better problem solving and creativity).

No matter how busy you are, you owe it to yourself to take control over how your character is developing by taking a mindful, intelligent, and intentional approach to your life. As your habits change for the better, you too will change for the better—emotionally and even physically.

The leadership journey is a layered, multifaceted one that includes constant sharing of feedback. Once you learn how to approach such situations, you create a working environment that bolsters a more united team.

The ability for leaders and organisations to create and maintain an authentic human connection will play a critical role in whether organisations either thrive or survive in this increasingly VUCA business environment and leaders must navigate the complexities of our workforce with confidence and vision.

Emotional intelligence is the leadership tool that can ignite creativity, strengthen relationships, and make the workplace inclusive and equal.