Project Zero: Tackling the Hidden Costs of Accelerating Change

April 8, 2025 ~ Ankita Poddar ~ Leave a comment

In today's business landscape, the pace of change isn't just fast—it's unprecedented. Generative AI has revolutionized business operations, creating opportunities and challenges that seemed like science fiction mere years ago. Meanwhile, geopolitical complexities—from fractured supply chains to escalating trade tensions—demand constant organizational pivots. This isn't simple technological and political disruption—it's a perfect storm of compounding … Continue reading Project Zero: Tackling the Hidden Costs of Accelerating Change

The 7 x 7 Rule

October 12, 2023October 12, 2023 ~ Ankita Poddar ~ Leave a comment

Last evening during a review of a change management guide developed by an intern, I was asked – ‘what is the best way to promote this new guide? Do I send it out via email, chat or schedule a meeting?’ My immediate reaction was ‘all three and more’. I could tell by her look that … Continue reading The 7 x 7 Rule

When managers leave

July 13, 2015 ~ Ankita Poddar ~ Leave a comment

When a person in a position of power leaves, there’s always unrest. When the individual is well loved, there’s reluctance to see them go and apprehensions of what is to come. When the exit is desired by the masses, there’s hope that things will change for the better yet fear that at least he was … Continue reading When managers leave

Wield that influence!

October 18, 2013October 18, 2013 ~ Ankita Poddar ~ Leave a comment

As HR professionals, I believe that we have far greater reach and influence than others in the business. To what extend we wield that power is something that varies from individual to individual. It might also be a parameter by which we may measure up to some of our goals. I spoke about specialization in … Continue reading Wield that influence!