Understanding career catfishing: a growing trend across junior and mid career hiringCareer catfishing, where candidates accept job offers but do not show up on the joining date, is a growing trend across various sectors in ...
Myth Debunking 101 – If you don’t get a promotion after one year, you are not progressingThe belief that annual promotions are the sole indicators of career growth is misleading. Professionals should consider increased responsib...
Myth Debunking 101: Low ATS resume ranking means disqualification from selection processApplicant tracking systems (ATS) are used to screen resumes based on keywords and qualifications. However, ATS is not the final decision-ma...
Proximity bias – A cognitive troublemaker in modern workspacesProximity bias, favoring in-office employees due to their physical presence, has gained prevalence in remote and hybrid work settings. This...
Myth Debunking 101: You should never switch jobs during economic downturnsSwitching jobs during economic downturns is risky. Murali Santhanam notes job security concerns; healthcare and tech remain stable. Ankit A...
Note to freshers: Skills are important but ignore work ethic at your own perilMisconceptions about work ethic include equating long hours with productivity. Novice employees must distinguish between productive diligen...
Myth debunking 101: Job designation determines your worthIn the professional world, job titles impact self-worth based on societal validation and locus of control. Focusing on skills and contribut...
How to decline a promotion without burning bridgesDeclining a promotion can be a strategic decision based on personal commitments, lack of preparedness, or a preference for hands-on roles. ...
Performance review is not an employee’s enemy, here's how you can use it to your advantagePerformance reviews can cause anxiety among employees who are evaluated based on their performance and given feedback. Presenting strengths...
Relieving letter: All you need to know about this documentA relieving letter is vital to show that an employee who has resigned has cleared all dues and has no work pending, says Sarbojit Mallick, ...
How to answer a tricky interview question: Are you interviewing with other companies?During a job interview, if asked whether you are interviewing with other companies, it is important to respond honestly. The interviewer as...
Epigamia co-founder, CashKaro boss want to have time for introspection, work-life balance if another lockdown strikesSix bosses reveal what they would do differently.
Should companies ask women about their previous salaries? Here's what recruiters sayA World Economic Forum report says women are paid a little over half as much as men in workplaces worldwide. ET Wealth asks experts take on...
- "Think out of the box," says Kishore Biyani
For corporate India grappling with a talent crunch, here’s a contrarian view from Kishore Biyani, CEO, Future Group.