The CHRO Mindset

Meenakshi Chhillar is a seasoned HR expert with 18 years of global experience, boasting leadership roles in the US and India. Her expertise spans diverse HR domains including talent management, performance, and change management.   Meenakshi's background in IT consulting and product-based organizations enriches her insights. Alongside her professional achievements, she's an avid yoga practitioner....

In this discussion, Dr. Rasheed talks about a big gap he's noticed in how companies do performance reviews. Instead of just checking boxes once a year, he thinks companies should focus more on helping employees grow their skills. He's even planning to make a documentary to help companies pick the best way to do this.   Dr. Rasheed shares a story about facing pushback when introducing new HR rules....

In this episode of the CHRO Mindset podcast, Pulkit Joshi sits down with Janani Prakaash, Head of People and Culture at Genzeon, a seasoned HR leader with over 17 years of experience.   Janani shares insights into her leadership journey, drawing parallels between HR and the element of fire, symbolizing warmth, illumination, and transformative power. She highlights the importance of continuous lear...

In this podcast, Prosenjit shares insights on crucial HR skills for 2025, emphasizing the shift from support roles to strategic business enablers post-COVID. He highlights the importance of aligning HR practices with business objectives and fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.  Regarding fostering community among remote employees, Prosenjit discusses their hybrid work setup a...

In our conversation with Krishna, we explore various facets of HR and organizational leadership.  From identifying fictional HR characters to discussing lessons learned from mentors, Krishna shares profound insights. He delves into the application of design thinking principles to talent attraction and retention, emphasizing the importance of keeping the employee at the center of HR practices.  Dra...

In this podcast, we delve deep into the future of HR, exploring the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in the age of automation and evolving workplace dynamics.  Our guest, Aravind Warrior, a seasoned HR professional, shares invaluable insights garnered from his extensive experience.  From envisioning the future of HR amidst the rise of AI and Generation AI to discussing the crucial role...

In this Podcast (The CHRO Mindset), Anupam shares his personal HR mantra, drawing inspiration from the Bhagavad Gita, emphasizing the importance of performing duties without attachment to outcomes and maintaining equanimity in challenging situations.  We explore Anupam's experience in convincing leadership to invest in new HR initiatives, where he navigated the balance between cost considerations...

In this episode, Sanketh shares valuable insights on fostering a culture of continuous learning within HR and his guiding principles in decision-making. He also discusses promoting inclusivity in smaller companies and handling resistance to inclusive policies.   Furthermore, Sanketh Ramkrishnamurthy explores how HR leaders can encourage employee ownership of learning and development. He delves int...

  In this enlightening episode of the CHRO Mindset Podcast, host, Pulkit Joshi, engages in a captivating conversation with Sara Boueri, a distinguished HR leader with over 15 years of experience spanning various industries. Sara's innovative approach to HR and her commitment to fostering employee well-being shine through as she shares her insights on a diverse array of topics.  The episode kicks o...

  In this insightful interview, the guest, Sanjay Jha, discusses key HR insights and experiences. Addressing the first question, they debunk the myth that HR alone is responsible for employee happiness, emphasizing the collective effort required from both the organization and individuals.  Sharing impactful leadership experiences, Sanjay Jha, recounts a transformative role at Tata, leading busines...

In this comprehensive podcast, HR professional Sharmila Thakur engages in a wide-ranging discussion with Pulkit Joshi. The conversation spans her experiences in organizational diagnostics and cultural change projects, underscoring the challenges of instigating mindset shifts in a cross-functional and cross-border context.   Ms. Thakur delves into fostering diversity and inclusion, highlighting the...

In this episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Saurabh Kale, a seasoned HR professional with over 15 years of experience in talent management and organizational development.   In the interview, Saurabh shared his dream HR sabbatical destination and passion for volunteering in remote areas, establishing schools and libraries, reflects his commitment to meaningful causes beyond the workplace. 

In this episode of the CHRO Mindset Podcast, hosted by Pulkit Joshi, Indranil Sen, Co-Founder at Alter Ego Accelerators, shares insights on the CHRO Mindset podcast.   Focused on shaping modern workplaces, the interview delves into Indranil's advocacy for employee-centric workplace culture. He emphasizes the equation EX equals CX, linking the quality of employee experience (EX) to customer experie...

In this comprehensive podcast, we had the privilege of speaking with Renu Bohra, a seasoned HR leader with a diverse background spanning public and private sectors.   The conversation kicked off with a unique twist as Ms. Renu shared her HR-themed superpower, envisioning herself as Lord Hanuman. Drawing parallels between the mythical superhero's abilities and the demands of her role, Ms. Renu disc...

In this episode of the CHRO Mindset Podcast, hosted by Pulkit Joshi, Vatsala Banerjee , lead HR Expert and employee well-being at Samsung Research Institute features discussions on leadership lessons from non-traditional sources like fitness, emphasizing the importance of setting SMART goals and embracing challenges. It highlights the HR role during the COVID-19 pandemic, promoting well-being, emp...

In this episode of the CHRO Mindset Podcast, hosted by Pulkit Joshi, Smita Venkatraman, Founder and Chief Advisor of her consulting firm Smita Venkatraman HR Advisory Services shared her invaluable insights on various aspects of HR leadership, ranging from creating a culture of togetherness in HR, managing diverse teams, handling limited budgets for employee development, retaining top talent, usin...

In this episode of the CHRO Mindset Podcast , hosted by Pulkit Joshi , Samit Deb , the cofounder of Navikenz shares his valuable insights and expertise on a transformative journey of Human Resources, HR Software and Artificial Intelligence . As we explore career insights, we’ll understand about culture transformations, and the delicate balance between efficiency-driven technology and human-centric...

In this episode of the CHRO Mindset Podcast, hosted by Pulkit Joshi, Shameela Nafih, Global HR Head at Volopay helped us discover the importance of employee engagement and experience, overcoming challenges in a hybrid workplace, and the impact of technology on HR. Gain valuable insights to thrive in the ever-evolving world of Human Resources.

In this episode of the CHRO Mindset Podcast, hosted by Pulkit Joshi, Sulbha Rai, the Chief People Officer at RenewBuy.com, shares her valuable insights and expertise on strategic HR leadership. The podcast delves into various aspects of HR, from building a culture of employee engagement to navigating the VUCA world, and the role of HR automation.

In this episode of the CHRO Mindset Podcast, hosted by Pulkit Joshi honored Amit Mohla, who currently leads HR for the CIO function at Wipro. He unraveled HR's evolving role, including HR software , effective engagement strategies, HR analytics, tech integration, and leadership building.  Join us as we explore the strategic mindset, innovative practices, and leadership insights of top CHROs. 

In this episode the CHRO Mindset Podcast, hosted by Pulkit Joshi, Amit Kataria, the Chief People Officer at Minfy. Explore HR insights with Amit as he shares transformative leadership wisdom, the evolution of HR, and the unexpected perks of HR automation. Dive into his impactful book recommendation too. 

In this episode of “The CHRO Mindset”, host Pulkit Joshi went live with Manan Sharma, Director & Country Head of HR and Admin, India at Blaize- to explore a diverse range of topics, from employee advocacy and change management to ethical considerations in HR tech, automation and AI revolution in HR processes while maintaining the essence of personalized employee engagement & experiences. T...