The CHRO Mindset

What do World’s top HRs read when they’re stuck or steering through chaos?  In this special episode, we asked HR leaders one simple question:   “Which book changed how you lead?” From Who Moved My Cheese to Daring Greatly , these aren’t just book names - they’re mindset shifts. Tiny pages that sparked massive transformations in how they show up at work and in life.  🎧 Tune in for: Books that help...

Devdutt Pattanaik delivers a bold keynote that challenges India’s addiction with hustle, hierarchy, and hyper-growth that still echoes of the colonial East India Company mindset. Drawing wisdom from Business Sutra and ancient Indian scriptures , he urges HR professionals to shift from:   Extraction to exchange,    Control to consciousness, and    Shark tanks to lotus ponds.  Three Impactful Takeaw...

Think engagement drives high performance? Not really.   Watch Sudipto unpack what’s draining your high-performers—and how HR can finally stop the silent burnout in our latest episode of The CHRO Mindset Season 3.   Here’s a peek:   How to protect your top talent from silent burnout  What's the real difference between energy and engagement  Ways to create a flow-state framework for high-performing...

If you're still building org charts around roles—you're already behind. 💡 In this CHRO Mindset episode, Rajiv Naithani , Senior Vice President – HR & OD at Persistent Systems , reveals why the future of work isn’t about titles—it’s about what people can do .   Here’s what you’ll discover: 🔹 How adaptive resilience flipped Rajiv’s leadership game upside down 🔹 The hidden risks when job title...

Is your people's strategy helping you grow or holding you back?  In this episode of the CHRO Mindset Podcast, Samidha Mohanty shared what it really takes to build a people-first business in 2025.  Here’s a sneak peek of what’s for you in this episode: 🔹 The one big thing business leaders often misunderstand about HR 🔹 What’s really changing in 2025 that’s forcing leaders to rethink their playboo...

Is it too late to start over? Spoiler: It’s not.  In this episode of Mid-Career Switch , we go deep with Anshuman Tiwari. He opens up about why midlife isn’t a crisis—it’s a calling.  Together, we unpack: ✅ Why people choose to reset successful careers ✅ How to weigh risk vs. reward (and not freeze in fear) ✅ The internal mindset shift you must make before jumping  ✅ The unspoken fears and sur...

One-size-fits-all perks are out. Personalized, people-first benefits are in.   In this episode, Sajja Praveen Chowdary (Director & Head, PolicyBazaar for Business) joins us to unpack how top companies like Infosys, Accenture, and Google are reinventing employee benefits using digital platforms, real-time data, and a whole lot of empathy.  💡 From mental health support and financial coaching to...

In this episode of CHRO Mindset, Atul Tiwari uncovers how high-growth organizations can scale their HR function without breaking their people or culture.  From hiring at speed to maintaining a strong employee experience, Atul shares practical frameworks, mistakes to avoid, and the real role HR plays in transformation.  What you’ll learn:  How to hire fast and stay people-first  Why most scaling co...

What if the real future of HR isn't more tech—but more human ?  In this power-packed episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast , we sit down with Pooja Luthra, Group CHRO at Trident Group India, to unpack the empathy deficit in modern leadership, why emotional intelligence > IQ, and what truly defines culture in today’s workplaces.  🔥 Here's what we explore: – Why engagement surveys miss what really...

Are we confusing engagement with entertainment at work?  In this episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast , we sit down with Priya Ramdev , a human-first HR leader with decades of experience driving people-centric transformation. She unpacks the most overlooked truths about leadership in today’s fast-changing world—starting with this one: People don’t leave jobs. They leave cold leadership. 💬 What we...

Does employee happiness really drive business success?   In this episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast , Vishal Sharma challenges the long-standing belief that happy employees automatically lead to better business outcomes.   In this episode, you'll learn:   ✅ Why there’s no proven link between employee happiness and business success  ✅ How social connection and flexibility drive performance more...

Why do most leaders fail under pressure?   In this episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast , Raahuul Gupta —Founder of Transform Ahead and a leadership expert with over 22 years of experience—shares why most leadership strategies are flawed and how to build leaders who thrive under pressure.  Raahuul explains why emotional intelligence (EQ) often matters more than technical expertise, and why traditio...

Why most hiring decisions fail—and how competency assessments can fix them? With over 40 years of experience at Flipkart, Zomato, and Reliance, Vivek Mehrotra, CEO of Assess Pro in The CHRO Mindset Podcast reveals :  ✅ The hidden biases in hiring and how to remove them  ✅ Why IQ matters less than EQ in leadership roles  ✅ The power of competency-based succession planning  ✅ How to make layoff...

Can you really "fix" company culture, or is it all just corporate lip service? 🤔  In this powerful episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast , Dr. Rubi Khan (Head of Culture, Learning, Talent & DEI at Luminous Power Technologies) breaks down the biggest culture myths and why most culture change initiatives fail.     What you’ll learn in this episode: ✅ Why fixing culture is a losing game  ✅ How c...

Are you ready to future-proof your HR leadership strategy?   In this episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast , we sit down with JP Elliott , renowned HR leader and founder of Future of HR , to dive into the future of human resources. JP shares his What, Who, and How framework —a powerful tool for building transformational HR leaders.  We cover game-changing topics like: ✅ How AI is reshaping HR leade...

Onboarding isn’t about fancy welcome kits—it’s about retention, performance, and culture.   In this episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast , Vivek Jain, CHRO at Capri Global Capital Limited , dives deep into why the first 90 days matter more than most companies think and how poor onboarding fuels early attrition.  Key Takeaways from This Episode:   ✅ Why early attrition is 3-4X higher than regular t...

Are you ready to future-proof your HR game?   Join Dr. Dieter Veldsman on The CHRO Mindset Podcast as he shares how HR can embrace AI, build inclusive teams, and focus on what really matters.  🚀 Key topics covered in this HR podcast:  Why 74% of AI projects fail and how to avoid common pitfalls.  The essential skills HR professionals need to thrive in 2025.  How to balance technology with humanit...

In this episode, Vanesa shares her expert insights on optimizing HR practices and employee onboarding. She advocates for ongoing feedback practices, stressing that regular, real-time feedback is more effective than infrequent performance reviews. Vanesa also explores the common pitfalls in HR, emphasizing the importance of integrating HR with business operations to enhance organizational success....

In this episode, the guest shares valuable insights drawn from a career spanning multiple industries and leadership roles. He emphasizes the importance of overcoming fear, embracing bravery, and working collaboratively with others to achieve the impossible. A pivotal moment in his journey was meeting Stephen Covey, whose teachings profoundly influenced his leadership philosophy. This encounter set...

In this episode, our guest shares their journey overcoming major HR challenges and driving organizational success. They discuss their experiences at Landmark and Metro Brands, where they tackled fragmented HR functions and developed cohesive strategies. Key insights include the importance of understanding business needs, adapting HR strategies, and using metrics like employee productivity and trai...

In this insightful podcast, our host, Pulkit Joshi, engages in a comprehensive conversation with Manav Jain, an experienced HR professional, covering various crucial aspects of the HR landscape.   The discussion kicks off with the hypothetical scenario of HR having a magic wand and explores the key workplace issue Manav would solve instantly . He emphasizes the significance of connecting employees...

In this episode, we had the privilege of engaging with Professor Rahul Sheel, who shared pivotal moments that have shaped his illustrious career. Professor Sheel's journey began with an inherent curiosity about team dynamics in his workplace, which ignited his passion for organizational behavior. This curiosity evolved into a profound career, marked by a commitment to understanding and enhancing h...

We kick off the podcast with a thought-provoking discussion on historical leadership, examining Hitler's leadership style and considering how different approaches might have averted global conflict. This leads into an engaging conversation about diversity, equity, and inclusion in HR. Our guest shares personal experiences transitioning from sales to HR and implementing inclusive practices in the g...

Join us as a seasoned HR leader, Sanjeeb Lahiri, shares invaluable insights and experiences from their extensive career journey . Discover actionable lessons on leadership, navigating change, and fostering cultural adaptation within global organizations. In this episode, our guest reflects on the most rewarding aspects of their role in HR, emphasizing the daily opportunity to positively impact liv...

In this episode, Debashesh tackles key HR challenges, emphasizing managing candidate expectations and fostering career evolution.   He delves into fostering innovation, aligning recruitment with goals, and addressing biases in AI tools.   Debashesh's insights, coupled with book recommendations, offer invaluable guidance for HR professionals navigating talent management.