HR Learning: 3 Nov, 2023

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HR policies need to support the transition to Net Zero: AXA Climate’s Shalmalee Nath

In an exclusive conversation, AXA Climate’s Shalmalee Nath highlights the critical focus areas for leaders as climate change priorities change how businesses get work done. Many HR leaders aren’t aware of what ‘Net Zero’ means or the implications it has for their organisations, says Shalmalee Nath of The Climate School. There are a number of specific skills and competencies that have become increasingly important for employees, she notes in this exclusive conversation with People Matters. Shalmalee Nath is the Head of APAC at AXA Climate’s The Climate School, where she partners with organisations and institutions to help them undertake sustainability transitions through action-oriented learning. She has over 12 years of experience in business development, growth strategy, partnership management, customer success, and learning design across various industries.

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BSH's lifelong L&D strategies that nurtures leaders of tomorrow

Talent management programs not only spot potential leaders but also furnish them with the essential development opportunities required for their growth into leadership roles within the organization, says Poonam Agarwal, Head of Human Resources at BSH Home Appliances. With the advancement of technology, continuous learning and employee development have become essential for all organizations to ensure long-term success. Yet, for global organizations with diverse workforces, establishing effective learning and development initiatives can be quite challenging. In an exclusive interview with People Matters, Poonam Agarwal, Head of Human Resources at BSH Home Appliances, shares insights on how organizations can cultivate a culture of continuous learning, support employee skill development, and ensure leadership development within their workforce.

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Eveready's CHRO on unlocking success with equality, talent upskilling, work-life balance, and HR tools

Any organization striving to progress must bring its employees along, as it's imperative to provide opportunities for their growth, says Sandeep Banerjee, CHRO at Eveready Industries India Ltd. How can organizations eliminate workplace biases and provide equal opportunities to all employees? What are some Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives that are most effective for a diverse workforce? How can organizations identify the right roles for the right talent, free from the influence of gender bias? What employee experience strategies can organizations employ to foster work-life balance? These are the questions that consistently occupy the minds of dedicated HR professionals. In an exclusive conversation with People Matters, Sandeep Banerjee, the CHRO at Eveready Industries India Ltd, addresses various concerns related to gender bias, women in leadership roles, learning and development to enhance productivity with emerging technologies. He also shared illustrative examples of promoting equal opportunities for individuals with the right skills and the appropriate attitude.