TCS, Wipro, HCL Technologies, and Tech Mahindra have mandated a three-day office work week in November 2023 while Infosys requires its employees to work from the office 10 days a month. Another global giant, Cognizant Technology Solutions released an internal memo asking employees in India to attend the office thrice a week.   This was communicated ..read more

Have you recently landed a new job? Congratulations are in order! As exciting as it is to start working for a new organization, there are some preliminary requirements you need to keep in mind. Make sure all the documents have been submitted to HR and you’re aware of the onboarding process and the timings for the first day at work. Before you dive into your first day, you should provide one more formality: A joining letter. It’s a document that formally marks the beginning of your employment with the company. In this blog, you’ll learn how to write a joining letter. We will discuss the best j ..read more

Every taxpayer has a crucial responsibility of filing Income Tax Returns (ITR). It is not only a legal obligation but also an essential part of effectively managing your finances. Your ITR filing allows the government to assess and collect the appropriate amount of taxes by declaring your annual income.  Additionally, filing ITRs timely and accurately can result in numerous benefits. It assists in obtaining refunds for taxes paid in excess, simplifies loan applications, and serves as a valid proof of income for various financial transactions. Moreover, regular filing of ITRs can safeguar ..read more

At Zalando, a German online retailer, employees crowd source feedback year-round using an app.   They reach out to managers, peers and even customers to seek their view on meetings, projects completed and campaigns. The feedback is both structured, based on questions prompted, and unstructured.   The app weighs responses based on the relationship between the reviewer and reviewee. Towards year-end, the app aggregates feedback and proposes the top 10% performers.   According to McKinsey & Company, managers can thus use “a fact-based, objective way to identify ..read more

Mental health. It’s something we all have, and it impacts everything from how we feel to how we function in our daily life. Yet, for far too many, getting the help they need remains out of reach.   Here’s the reality: 1 in 5 adults in the US experience mental illness each year. That’s over 50 million people (about twice the population of Texas), shockingly, only about half of them receive the treatment. The reasons for this gap are complex, but health care costs often play a major role. Nearly a third of the adults reported that they couldn’t afford necessary care. This problem is even m ..read more

Having fun at work is always welcome. Don’t you agree? Well, tech giants definitely do. In fact, organizations like Netflix, Microsoft, and Google have set a successful precedent by dedicating separate recreational spaces or activity corners for their employees. These initiatives not only keep employees’ spirits high but also contribute to their overall well-being and productivity. Thus, every organization must inculcate a climate of fun social activities to improve employee experience and workplace positivity. So, in this blog, we have listed out some fun office activities to incorporate and ..read more

In this blog, peruse through our ready-made templates for work anniversary wishes~ Personalized for specific situations for your convenience. No matter which HR school of thought you belong to. I think we all agree on a simple fact: The significance of employee recognition cannot be emphasized enough. Of course, real-life trends are hard to ignore. 52.5% of all employees want more recognition from their bosses. The #3 reason employees leave their jobs is the need for recognition. Given that employee engagement can make or break your company, ignoring it would be too tricky an oversight. Latel ..read more

Whether your favorite co-worker is switching to a new job or moving to a different country, bidding a warm goodbye is only fair. These farewell Quotes and Messages for Colleagues and Coworkers might just help you out. Importance of saying Goodbye  Goodbyes are essential. Growth is the only constant. But here’s the catch: goodbyes are also awkward. An average employee changes their job 5 times in their career. The number is only set to increase, as employees’ expectations are increasing. In fact, 26% of Indian employees are at risk of changing jobs in 2024. In such a dynamic fluid workfor ..read more

These days, we hear about toxic workplaces, strained relationships, and negativity. While the word ‘toxic’ may have become one of the most overused adjectives in the modern era, toxic workplaces are a real and pervasive problem. Concerns about unhealthy work environment have existed for a long time, but the concept of a toxic work environment is a recent development. It initially referred to literal work environments that posed health risks, and it wasn’t until the 1980s that the term started being used to refer to workplaces with problematic regulations and practices. Not all bad workpl ..read more

Have you ever wondered what drives the world’s most successful people, even the individuals we find unconventional? Think about Adolf Hitler. His questionable ideology aside, there’s no denying his dedication and adherence to his own twisted set of principles. His actions demonstrate the power of having a strong sense of personal values, even if those values deviate from the expected norms.  Personal values are fundamental beliefs and principles that act as your internal compass. They guide your decisions, shape your behaviors, and define who you are. They are the things you hold dear ..read more