Human Capital Magazine - January 2018

In this issue

Human Capitals tagline realising business strategy through people is truly reflected in its content; meticulously planned, well researched articles on workable solutions to real people issues; cutting- edge Human Resources practices of progressive organizations; and thought-provoking views of HR opinion makers on futuristic topics is what you will find. Only the most selective inputs from HR bigwigs and the choicest contributory articles from HR intellectuals make it to Human Capital. Regular content innovations like Case study Persona, HR Round Table give the magazine an edge.

Follow Your Passion, Live Your Dreams

“Too many of us are NOT living our dreams, because we are living our fears”

3 mins

Be Mindful Of Adult Attention

Combining technology with adult learning principles, L&D professionals can confidently take on increasing distractions and win the war for the hearts and minds of the distracted and confused learner with utmost confidence.

4 mins

Staffing For Careers

Staffing for careers works on the premise that aim at linking people, their aspirations, skills, and capabilities to an organisational purpose, despite the inherent disconnect between the staffing firm and the client firm.

9 mins

The Waves Of Digital Transformation

As with all other aspects of life, technology is fundamentally transforming the workplace in an unprecedented manner. Emerging technologies such as robotics and AI are dramatically changing the nature of jobs and consequently the skills that organisations are looking for from their people.

4 mins

Pushing To Move The Needle

Women are at the centre of a paradigm shift in the workforce as globalization, the economic crisis and demand for talent converge to create new and powerful biases for more women at work.

2 mins

Improved Acoustics For Enhanced Productivity

As more and more offices in India and overseas continue to adapt an open office plan layout, internationally accepted solutions for acoustics such as sound-absorbing ceilings, wall absorbers, and sound-absorbing screens will become increasingly significant for better employee productivity.

5 mins

Are You What You Tweet?

A few months ago, Fair Work Commission (FWC) in Victoria, Australia ordered a company to pay compensation to one of its ex-employees who had been dismissed on the grounds of inappropriate workplace behaviour. While the company insisted that the said employee used objectionable language on social media, the Commission observed that such language was commonplace at his workplace, and also that he was unaware of the company policies on social media usage. While organisations ensure that there is a social media policy in place, the aspect of educating its employees, and issues related to their personal spaces are left wide open.

7 mins

Analysis

At times, team(s) behave like political parties in the organisation, and choose / exercise the power of acceptance and rejection based on their convenience, agenda, or liking.

2 mins

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Human Capital Magazine Description:

Human Capital’s tagline ‘realising business strategy through people’ is truly reflected in its content; meticulously planned, well researched articles on workable solutions to real people issues; cutting- edge Human Resources practices of progressive organizations; and thought-provoking views of HR opinion makers on futuristic topics is what you will find. Only the most selective inputs from HR bigwigs and the choicest contributory articles from HR intellectuals make it to Human Capital. Regular content innovations like ‘Debate’, ’Persona’, ‘HR Roundtable’ and ‘CEO Speak’ give the magazine an edge.