BUSINESS
Analysis: Which engineering degree is the most lucrative
Moneycontrol dives deep into how salaries of engineers in various disciplines -- software, mechanical, electrical, automobile and so on – compare and how they go up the ladder.
BUSINESS
Why employees, job seekers should keep social media posts clean
Experts say organisations are wary of aggressive behaviour that can cause discord among people. If a company conducting social media checks as part of background verification finds ‘negative’ posts, HR may reconsider the offer.
BUSINESS
We’re not 107 years old, we’re 107 years new: Tata Power CHRO Himal Tewari
In an exclusive interaction with Moneycontrol, Tata Power CHRO Himal Tewari held forth on various issues, including the expectations of talent in the energy sector, the rising attrition level, productivity framework and hiring plans.
BUSINESS
What Tata Power looks for in candidates when hiring
Tata Power assesses candidates through three lenses – functional experience, the context of that experience, and leadership competencies.
BUSINESS
Two punch, one lunch: Why there’s nothing wrong with being mediocre
Moneycontrol looks into why experts say mediocre talent at the workplace can be the most valued asset for any organisation
BUSINESS
There’s more to lunch breaks than just eating
Lunch breaks have become a time for connecting with colleagues, and, of course, eating
BUSINESS
Corporates turn creative, line up BMW bikes, iPads for Diwali gifts
Biz2Credit, an online financing platform for small businesses, has given BMW bikes and iPads to outstanding performers. Traditionally, pharma and FMCG sectors have been the most active in corporate giftings. This year, financial services and real-estate sectors also join the party.
BUSINESS
Monitoring employees who don't vote: Are corporates going too far?
As per the agreements, the HRs in Gujarat firms will prepare a list of employees who don’t vote and publish it on their websites or notice boards.
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Only 9% companies allowed WFH as of August, most embrace hybrid culture: Aon Survey
The survey also highlighted that those companies which announced their back-to-office plan witnessed high attrition in August
BUSINESS
MC Interview | Mercedes-Benz looks for future skills, agility when hiring, HR chief says
With cars becoming ‘gadgets on wheels,’ it is important for potential recruits to be adept in digital and technological functions.
BUSINESS
Why Indian tech giants fail to resolve the attrition bug
Voluntary attrition in the IT sector, especially in bellwether companies, was largely driven by exit spillovers from Q1, constant demand for tech talent in Global Capability Centres, and the after-effects of the talent war, say analysts.
BUSINESS
Planning to study abroad on a loan? Here’s how you can tackle the debt if unemployed
Experts list out solutions that will help students push their loan repayment worries away and focus on their academic pursuits.
BUSINESS
What’s wrong if you aren’t getting an elevation at work?
Many employees say they plan to switch jobs if certain conditions are not met. But is it a wise decision? With this question, we dive deep into what is wrong with employees’ approach to getting an elevation in their job roles.
BUSINESS
What not to do while working from home? CXOs weigh in
Remote working models work when there is a strong culture of mutual trust between employers and employees. It's not a one-way game, CXOs tell Moneycontrol.
BUSINESS
What skill set young graduates, professionals need to join the 5G industry
Tech professionals in high demand include RF system architects and engineers, AI/ML developers, experts in 5G ORAN architecture and UX designers and testers. Mobile edge computing is also likely to see huge demand, say experts
BUSINESS
MNCs vs startups: Searching for an ideal launchpad for career
Moneycontrol interacted with leaders working in MNCs and startups to resolve the conundrum of choosing the right kind of company to begin one’s career
BUSINESS
World Mental Health Day | What India Inc is doing to improve employees’ mental well-being
On World Mental Health Day, Moneycontrol interacted with a cross-section of major corporations to find out what kind of policies they have adopted to address employees’ mental health issues.
BUSINESS
What’s the best time to change jobs?
Not everyone can make the decision to change companies easily. Professionals need to maintain a delicate balance between expectations from their current job and the urge to quit it, say HR experts.
BUSINESS
Why do employees feel guilty about taking leave?
According to staffing firm Randstad India, 35-40 percent of Indian employees do not take leave and around 25 percent avoid it due to FOMO at work.
BUSINESS
IT vs Non-IT sector: How entry-level salaries have evolved over 5 years
The IT sector is leading in terms of offering better packages to engineers. However, while non-tech firms have had to pay a premium to hire IIT talent, that is now changing.
BUSINESS
WFH versus high career trajectory: Are people working from home slacking?
With opinion on WFH and career growth differing widely between employees and employers, one question remains unchanged: For a high-growth career trajectory, do employees need to turn up at the workplace?
BUSINESS
Negotiating salary? Look at the big picture, not just money
Moneycontrol interacted with industry leaders to find out some interesting and effective ways to manage crucial salary negotiations
BUSINESS
Four aspects professionals should look into before choosing the skilling course
Moneycontrol brings in edtech leaders to share their expert advice on the matter.
BUSINESS
The options before Wipro employees fired over moonlighting: What the law says
Moneycontrol spoke to a few corporate lawyers to clear the fog around the legal aspects of moonlighting – what exactly constitutes the practice, what can make organisations fire and does the law offer a silver lining for the employees?
