We are four years old today! Thank you for everyone who joined me on this marvelous journey. Here's to many more (hic).
4 years old!
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Hit Delete
Attachment could be humankind’s biggest failure. I penned 400 words of nonsense yesterday. I knew it was less than optimal. I knew that it didn’t deserve a spot on my blog. It did not even belong to the recycle bin. Yet, I couldn’t do it. I could not get myself to hit delete and I … Continue reading Hit Delete
It’s OK to lose
I could tell you that the life of an HRBP isn’t all fun, but you already know that. As custodians of culture, people champions, strategic thinkers (and the many other hats we wear), the role is anything but easy. And then, when you need it the least, there comes along a situation where the worldview … Continue reading It’s OK to lose
Slacking
Slacking has a sneaky way of leaving tell-tale signs in your conversation, your work and in the very way you move. You may fool yourself into believing that it won’t be observed, but it will be. Let it linger for too long and they will react. This also means you can notice when someone begins … Continue reading Slacking
Mistake #2 – How to say goodbye
Today I’m going to risk sounding foolish on a public forum. I might try to justify it by saying I was just a kid back then but somehow even that doesn’t sound seem to make up for it. But I learnt a few valuable lessons and maybe someone reading this may too. Or maybe like … Continue reading Mistake #2 – How to say goodbye
Of effectiveness and efficiency studies
I’ve spent the past few weeks hunting for solutions to three business requirements. I have spent considerable hours on calls and in meetings trying to figure how HR greats across are solving for these. I always end with a few questions – “How do you know this is working?” “What are the metrics that you … Continue reading Of effectiveness and efficiency studies
Finding something outside of work
A few days ago I came across a post with a title that went something like - "The way to be happy at work is to find something you love outside of work". I found it rather interesting and parked the piece for later. Alas, the post witnessed a similar fate to bobby pins and I never … Continue reading Finding something outside of work
Playing wisely
As HRBP’s, we often face a variety of business leaders on an everyday basis. While some are easy to influence, some just don’t listen. Over the past few weeks, I’ve had to face both kinds quite a bit. I’m not sure if it’s just me but closer to the review cycle, leaders suddenly seem more … Continue reading Playing wisely
Living in a seemingly unforgivable world – Part 2
I’m writing about this again. Because I strongly believe in it; because I’m seeing it happen more often than it ever happened before. Or maybe I’m just more observant & this time I am not going to blame social media alone. It is we – who are both the source and the solution providers. I’ve … Continue reading Living in a seemingly unforgivable world – Part 2
I’m on the List!
8 months, 6 stages, phases of anxiety, a few curveballs – all leading to one big evening. I first heard of “Are You in the List” in 2012 when my colleague won the award. Ever since, I’ve wanted to be ‘on the list’. What I didn’t know is that the journey to the award would … Continue reading I’m on the List!
The HR Business Partner Story 