Human Capital Magazine - August 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 Persona, HR Round table and Case study give the magazine an edge.

Diversity Matters - Fitting In Or Standing Out

Diversity is, in fact, the new normal. And, this normal works to promote a more creative environment as well. Studies show that racially diverse teams outperform non-diverse ones by 35%, and teams, where men and women are considered equal, create 41% more revenue.

10 mins

Nurturing A Coaching Culture

Jerry, who worked as a manager in several restaurants in the US was very popular among the waiters in his restaurant. So much so that whenever he moved to a new job, the waiters would follow him there because they loved him for his positive and motivational attitude. When asked as to how he remained positive at all times, he replied, "Each time something bad happens, I can choose to be a victim or I can choose to learn from it. I always choose to learn from it."

9 mins

Leader As Futurist

The organisational boundaries in the 21st century are going to be shaped by companies that are the intermediaries between producers and consumers.

7 mins

The Innovation Ecosystem

Innovation at certain core points in the value chain has a bigger impact on the value created as compared to other peripheral points. These core points in the value chain are called innovation Hotspots.

5 mins

Emotional Intelligence @ Workplace

Emotional Intelligence is the ability to spot and understand information related to the emotions of self as well as others, think (process the information), and act appropriately for the best possible outcome.

6 mins

Overcoming Biases While Managing Talent

Putting in place an environment that fosters learning by way of challenge and time-bound growth has been shown to bear fruit when practised on the right kind of employee. The work environment is no longer about perquisites and remuneration, but about value propositions.

3 mins

An Aggrieved Woman?

The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition And Redressal) Act, 2013 has mandated that it is illegal to sexually harass women, working or otherwise, at the workplace. However, it certainly is strange that the law did not feel the need to include men, and, also did not clearly demarcate the boundaries of liability for the employer.

8 mins

Effect Of Sabbatical Leaves On Gratuity

In today's day and age of long working hours and mundane lifestyle, many employees often take a decision to break the monotony, and move away from the activities of their daily lives.

4 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.