Close the Loop

In Ep 34 of 'Close the Loop', Abhishek Mishra, AGM at Sakal Media Group talks to Srinivas about the family culture and sports culture, highlighting the benefits of a team-based approach. Abhishek shares his thoughts on company culture, and how each approach affects teamwork and success. From discussing mindfulness and finding how leaders can bring positivity through spirituality, the episo...

Why aren't there more women in leadership roles? Join Srinivas and Sonia as they explore the rise of women in the workforce, tackling societal biases, pressures, and the need for supportive policies. They also highlighted the need to foster inclusive cultures and promote gender diversity, ensuring women thrive at every level.

Is AI reshaping sales dynamics? In this episode 31, tune in to Close the Loop with Srinivas and Darshan Mujumdar to understand AI's role in modern sales. Learn how AI enhances sales efficiency while emphasizing the human touch in customer interactions.

Is your business ready for the AI revolution? Join Srinivas and Anupam Srivastava, Head of HR and TA at Reltio, as they explore the impact of AI on the job market. From the creation of millions of AI jobs to the challenges of hiring for AI skills and the need for recruiters to adapt, they cover it all.

Ever felt the thrill of working in a startup? In episode 29 of Close the Loop, Join Srinivas and Anagha Devalekar, Director HR at HumanCloud, as they explore what makes startups unique. From handling constant change and innovation to moving from corporate life, Anagha shares the dedication and flexibility needed to succeed and discover how HR professionals can become leaders, gain founders' tr...

In Ep 28 of Close The Loop featuring Sandeep Kochhar, CEO of Blewminds and host Srinivas, as they talk about mental health at work. They discuss how attitudes have changed over time and the challenges in creating helpful programs. Sandeep's extensive experience adds depth to their conversation, offering practical solutions for workplace well-being.

Ep 27 of 'Close the Loop,' hosted by Srinivas B. Vijayaraghavan, CMO of Loop, revolves around the pervasive issue of bias in the workplace and its impact on decision-making and organizational culture. The conversation features Bridgette Nambiar, the CHRO of Altruist, who shares her expertise on identifying, minimizing, and eliminating biases within an organization--including appearance, ba...

JIn Ep 26 of Close The Loop, Join in Rosina Jose, Associate Director of HR at Rakuten, as she discusses the evolution of sexual harassment understanding in the workplace, from the Vishaka guidelines to the POSH Act of 2013. She also discusses with Srinivas B. Vijayaraghavan, CMO of Loop, the importance of education, consent, and proactive measures to ensure a safe environment for all employees.

In Episode 24 of 'Close the Loop,' we explore the dynamic Indian job market in recent years, influenced by major upheavals like Covid, recession, wars, and AI. And know why 98% of employees are job hunting, creating an oversupply in the market. Dinesh Yegireddi, Director of Michael Page, and Srinivas B. Vijayaraghavan, CMO of Loop, talk about the hiring process, from quick hires to lengthy...

Jaipal Singal, Group CFO at iD Fresh Food, 'Close the Loop' with Srinivas B. Vijayaraghavan CMO of Loop, on old perceptions, revealing how finance at ID Fresh is pioneering with AI and evolving beyond traditional roles -- striving for CEO positions and reshaping business leadership.

Vivek Venkatesan, CFO at Ninjacart, chats with Srinivas B Vijayaraghavan, CMO at Loop, about how finance fits into the bigger picture in companies. And clears up this myth that finance is too complex for non-finance people to get. He suggests finance folks need to explain their decisions more and be a bit more flexible when they can. The talk also covers the need for timely interactions with finan...

Ashish Singh, Chief HR Officer at Meesho, discusses the challenges and nuances of measuring various HR aspects, such as retention, talent density, and employee experience. He highlights that while some aspects like hiring and headcount are easily measurable, others like talent quality are more complex. The conversation also touches on the influence of external metrics like Glassdoor ratings on HR...

Discover why giants like Google and Amazon swear by the system of OKRs (Objectives and Key Results). Vidya Santhanam, co-founder and CEO at Fitbots, joins Srinivas B. Vijayaraghavan, CMO at Loop, to shed light on the principles of OKRs and their rising popularity in the post-COVID era. Whether you're a startup or an established firm, understand the nuances of adopting OKRs and avoid common pit...

Reetu Raina, VP and Head of Talent Management at Amdocs, and Srinivas B. Vijayaraghavan, CMO at Loop, discuss AI's transformative role in reshaping workforce composition and HR dynamics -- moving beyond job displacement to altering employment structures. They emphasize HR's need to strategically navigate this shift, advocating for adaptability and continuous learning. The conversation high...

Understand how empathy impacts employee satisfaction, overall performance, and organizational growth as Rashmi, HR Director at Acquia, shares her expertise.

Explore strategies for creating inclusive workplaces and promoting a culture of belonging with Dipti, HR Business Partner at Mastercard.

Dive into the significance of innovative team building approaches and their profound impact on organizations as Chanchal, Recruitment Specialist at Spolto, shares valuable insights.

Discover the transformative power of empathy in the workplace and its role in building strong professional relationships as Rubeena, HR Manager at In4Velocity, shares her insights.

Uncover the keys to a successful integration process through intriguing onboarding experiences with Sony, Senior Manager HR at Shoonya Software.

Sirisha, the Head of HR at Greenway Health reflects on her many years as an HR at various organizations and identifies some key lessons she has learned. The reflections in this episode are bound to inspire and surprise listeners, particularly those working as HRs.

Swetha Manager HRBP at CRG solutions, a seasoned HR shares some interesting perspectives on Onboarding and how it can impact not just the tenure of an employee but also the fate of an organisation.

Understand the importance of resilience in the world of exhausting interviews as Parag, Recruitment Specialist at Technogise, recounts intriguing stories.

This episode focuses on the intricacies and importance of ‘onboarding employees’ into an organization with Akhilandeshwari, Specialist People Ops & Growth at MTX. A must-listen for Young HRs interested in learning about this vital HR process that every organization needs.

Workplace relationships cna take many forms but there are some things that all of them have in common. In this delightful episode Mansi Shah, VP HR of Encube Ethicals, tells us about the HRs role in helping build relationships within an organization and why it's a big responsibility. She peppers her analysis with some heartwarming stories of workplace camaraderie.

Does a company always need to look outwards when they have a role to fill? Or does it make more sense to get someone on the inside? This is your chance to dive deep into these loaded questions with Jagruti, Head of HR at STEPL.