Workplace bestie – Such a thing exists? Do you ever feel that you should have had your best friend with you when something happens at work, and you want to share it right away? Do you feel like there should have been a person to understand you? Yes, many of…

As an employer or manager, create an environment where your employees feel heard and valued. One of the most effective ways to make employees feel listened to is by actively listening to them. It means taking the time to hear their thoughts & concerns without interrupting or dismissing them. …

Difficult conversations become more difficult the longer you wait. By not talking about the issue, you can also build up anxiety that will hijack your mind for hours together and make the situation seem bigger than it really is. It is common to fear having difficult conversations at work because…

National Safety Day is observed on March 4th every year in India to raise awareness about the importance of safety and prevent accidents in the workplace and beyond. The day also commemorates the foundation of the National Safety Council, a non-profit organization that promotes safety and health in India. The…

We must end Criminalisation to save lives. Zero Discrimination Day is observed annually on March 1st to promote equality and celebrate diversity. This year, the theme is “Save lives: Decriminalise,” and it aims to raise awareness of the harm caused by criminalising certain behaviours and communities, particularly in the context of HIV and AIDS. …

What happens when you fall short of what you were accountable for? Do you pretend that it never happened? Or do you accept it, own it and correct it? Well, it is completely okay to make mistakes at work as nobody is ever perfect — “to err is human”. However…

The ICG is an Armed Force of the Union of India for ensuring the security of the maritime zones of India with a view to the protection of maritime and other national interests in such zones and for matters connected therewith. The Indian Coast Guard was formally established on 1…

Introduction The workplace is traditionally thought of as a place where emotions are not expressed. We are told to be professional and to leave our feelings at the door — but what if this is actually counter-productive? We’ve all seen examples in the workplace where showing emotion has made a difference…

Developing an eco-conscious organization begins on the ground level with your workforce, as it is crucial for your people to believe in your vision and practice environmentally-friendly habits in the office in order for your mission of sustainability to signal out accordingly. There are various accessible and cost-effective measures your…