Mumbai : AVP-HR : Leading Media Company 

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Job Title : AVP- HR
Company: Leading Media Company
Location: Mumbai

Reporting to: Director HR

Desired Profile

• An MBA in Human Resources with 15 years to 20 years of experience
• At least 5 years as a HR business Partner plus minimum 3 years in Talent Management/Engagement function in a leadership/function Head role
• Should have demonstrated leadership qualities, analytical and creative problem solving skills. Good knowledge, communication and relationship ability to professionally interact with multiple internal and external stakeholders
• Must contribute to and thrive in high energy, high profile, positive, proactive, deadline driven, result oriented, and attention to detail environment. Adopt globally accepted HR practices, programs and processes and create new ones where needed

·         Develop  and review  the annual budget for HR

o       Experience providing HR leadership in rapid-growth business environment & Exposure to Start-up enterprises a plus.

o       Ability to multi-task, switch priorities and focuses as needed.

o       Maintain relationships with function heads to ensure that people needs and issues are being addressed.

Key Responsibilities

• To Champion Corporate Initiatives in areas of Management Development, Talent Management, OD Interventions including ESS
• Drives company-wide integrated talent initiatives and develops programs and processes that address strategic business needs.
• Collaborates with people care functions and; partners with and advises Leadership on talent management issues; resolves problems and offers solutions or alternatives
• Experience in collaborating effectively with and influencing peers and other leaders and senior management in making business decisions and solving complex problems.
• Define and develop organizational competencies: technical, process, domain/functional, behavioral and leadership
• Provide well defined competency definitions and role descriptions
• Update / improve competency definitions on a continuous basis
• Define competency shifts or 'delta' and provide development road maps
• Creating and guiding world-class programs that impact the professional growth and organizational development of all employees
• Launch competency enhancement / development interventions
• Develop / host competency assessment on individual and roll based competencies to specific groups of employees or across the organization
• Work with cross functional team members in People Care and Line function on Organizational Development assignments such as
• Determining succession pipeline
• Estimate competency gaps for identified successors
• Draw up development road maps
• Diagnoses organizational effectiveness issues and provides coaching to frontline managers on resolutions to people and organizational issues.
• Assist management staff in organization planning, including headcounts and organizational structure

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Similarly, we should give space to people. Often we hear people say, "Give
me some space please!" If you love a bird, will you cage it and expect it to
be happy? It is not possible to love someone and also confine them in that
love.

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Drive better communication across your organization with WebEx online collaboration. Increase communication effectiveness while decreasing the cost of sales, training, and support with online collaboration solutions from WebEx.

WebEx has a user friendly and powerful solution that allows you to:

            • Share PowerPoint presentations on-the-fly with anyone in the world 
            • Train customers or employees on new products from their desk 
            • Review, annotate or modify contracts or other documents with anyone, anywhere 
            • Perform product demonstrations in real-time without leaving your desk 
            • Remotely support your employees and customers faster and more effectively

All of this is accomplished without the need for IT to host any hardware or software – all you need is an internet connection and a phone.

I'd like to talk to you or the person at your organization responsible for evaluating a solution that extends your competitive advantage across the enterprise. Contact me this week to set up a time for a brief discussion about how WebEx can help you meet your business goals.

Thank you for your time and I look forward to hearing from you.

Best Regards,

Asst. Manager – WebEx Communications, Inc.
No 2, North Park Road | Kumara Park East, Bangalore 560 001

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Transparency Key to Sustain Employee Performance During Recession

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Impact of Active Listening on your Job

Do you listen to desirably, or wanting to…

Listening is one of the most important skills you can have. How well you listen has a major impact on your job effectiveness, and on the quality of your relationships with others. You would think we’d be good at it! In fact we’re not. Depending on the study being quoted, we remember a dismal 25-50% of what we hear. That means that when you talk to your boss, colleagues, customers or spouse for 10 minutes, they only really hear some of the conversation.

Clearly, listening is a skill that we can all benefit from improving. By becoming a better listener, you will improve your productivity, as well as your ability to influence, persuade and negotiate. What’s more, you’ll avoid various interpersonal external and internal conflict and misunderstandings– all necessary for workplace success.

Empathic Listener/Active Listener

The way to become a better listener is to practice “active listening”. This is where you make a conscious effort to hear not only the words that another person is saying but, more importantly, to try and understand the total message being sent. In order to do this you must pay attention to the other person very carefully, You cannot allow yourself to become distracted by what else may be going on around you, or by forming counter arguments that you’ll make when the other person stops speaking. Nor can you allow yourself to lose focus on what the other person is saying. All of these barriers contribute to a lack of listening and understanding.

How to enhance your listening Skill?

To enhance your listening skills, you need to let the other person know that you are listening to what he or she is saying. To understand the importance of this, ask yourself if you’ve ever been engaged in a conversation when you wondered if the other person was listening to what you were saying. You wonder if your message is getting across, or if it’s even worthwhile to continue speaking. It feels like talking to a brick wall and it’s something you want to avoid.

You aren’t necessarily agreeing with the person, you are simply indicating that you are listening. Using body language and other signs to acknowledge you are listening also reminds you to pay attention and not let your mind wander.

You should also try to respond to the speaker in a way that will both encourage him or her to continue speaking, so that you can get the information if you need, an occasional question or comment to recap what has been said communicates that you understand the message as well.

Key Elements to become Active/Emphatic listener

There are five key elements of active listening. They all help you ensure that you hear the other person, and that the other person knows you are hearing what they are saying.

Acknowledgement

·         Give the speaker your undivided attention and acknowledge the message. Recognize that what is not said also speaks loudly.

·         Look at the speaker directly.

·         Put aside distracting thoughts. Don’t mentally prepare a rebuttal!

·         Avoid being distracted by environmental factors.

·         “Listen” to the speaker’s body language.

·         Refrain from side conversations when listening in a group setting.

Show that you are listening.

·         Use your own body language and gestures to convey your attention.

·         Encourage the speaker to continue with small verbal comments like yes, ahan and uh huh.

·         Nod occasionally.

·         Smile and use other facial expressions.

·         Note your posture and make sure it is open and inviting.

Feedback

·         Our personal filters, assumptions, judgments, and beliefs can distort what we hear. As a listener, your role is to understand what is being said. This may require you to reflect what is being said and ask questions.

·         Reflect what has been said by paraphrasing. “What I’m hearing is…” and “Sounds like you are saying…” are great ways to reflect back.

·         Ask questions to clarify certain points. “What do you mean when you say…” “Is this what you mean?”

·         Summarize the speaker’s comments periodically.

Avoid Interrupting in mid of message Interrupting is a waste of time. It frustrates the speaker and limits full understanding of the message.

·         Allow the speaker to finish.

·         Don’t interrupt with counterarguments.

Respond Appropriately.

·         Active listening is a model for respect and understanding. You are gaining information and perspective. You add nothing by attacking the speaker or otherwise putting him or her down.

·         Be candid, open, and honest in your response.

·         Assert your opinions respectfully.

·         Treat the other person as he or she would want to be treated.

It takes a lot of concentration and determination to be an active listener. Old habits are hard to break, and if your listening habits are as bad as many people’s are, then there’s a lot of habit-breaking to do! Be deliberate with your listening and remind yourself constantly that your goal is to truly hear what the other person is saying. Set aside all other thoughts and behaviors and concentrate on the message. Ask question, reflect, and paraphrase to ensure you understand the message. If you don’t, then you’ll find that what someone says to you and what you hear can be amazingly different! Try to become an emphatic listener and better communicator to improve your workplace productivity and relationships.

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Verbal Communication and Word Choice

People skills can get you noticed and help you move up the corporate ladder. Learn how to handle office small talk, deal with office politics, and use the right words for the right occasion.

Office Small Talk: Taboo Topics and Topics That Build Rapport

Did you know that 80 percent of your salary is based on your communication skills? That's regardless of the industry you work in or your job title. Let's face it, you can be the best software developer on the planet, but if you can't communicate effectively with other people you will always stay at a certain level.

Communication Skills in Action

If you're having trouble swallowing this, think for a moment about someone you work with (or have worked with in the past) who seems like an idiot when it comes to technical knowledge of the industry, but yet is in a very high position, say CEO. Now think about that person's personality. Chances are: he or she is a pretty charismatic person. That's called people skills. And that's what people skills can do for any professional – get you noticed in a positive way and get you moving up that corporate ladder.

If you're not into moving up the corporate ladder, you may still need to take a good look at how well you communicate with others. People skills can help you get that raise, sell that product to that difficult customer, or simply help you get support from your coworkers when you need it.

Office Small Talk

First, there's really no such thing as office small talk. Anything you say in the office makes a statement about you, your professionalism, or your personality. Office gossip falls into this category. But we'll use the term "small talk" here to refer to light, not-strictly-business conversation conducted in a work setting.

You might be hoping to find a lengthy laundry list of taboo topics for office small talk. But no list would cover every situation. So, in lieu of the laundry list, here's a checklist you can use before you enter into any conversation topic in the office.

The Three-Point Checklist for Your Small Talk Topics

Instead of saying whatever pops into your head, run your comments through these filters first:

1.       Neutral and Non-Combative

Whatever you decide to talk about, make certain it won't offend anyone. You may want to avoid topics pertaining to religion, politics, race, sex, office gossip, and vulgar jokes. And be careful about teasing anyone you work with. To you, it might seem funny; to others, it may come across as mean-spirited or even a form of harassment.

2.       Relevant and Appropriate

Always make the first words you say relevant to the current situation or event. Small talk faux pas usually occurs while people are waiting for a meeting to start. If you're at a status update meeting on a major project, it's not the time to talk about your children or your hot date last night. While you don't have to talk about big business, try to keep the topic of conversation general so that others may participate.

3.       It's Not All About You

Avoid talking too much about yourself. If you do, you run the risk of becoming known as self-absorbed. Keep most of your comments and conversations focused on the other person.

Make Introductions Matter

When making introductions, always present the lower-ranking person to the higher-ranking person. As an example: "Dr. Mujahid, this is Dhoni, our draftsperson." It's also standard protocol to mention the higher-ranking person's name first.

The terms "higher-ranking" and "lower-ranking" above refer to levels of title, position, or accomplishment. When introducing people of equal status, either can be presented first.

Here are a few quick tips when you have to introduce someone else:

·         Introduce a younger person to an older person.

·         Introduce a coworker to a client or a worker from another company.

·         Introduce a layperson to an official.

·         Introduce anyone at a company event to the guest of honor.

How to Talk Intelligently on Any Business Topic

Let's say it's 8 a.m. and you've just settled at your desk. You're about to get the agenda ready for you boss's upcoming meeting, when your boss passes by your desk and asks, "Did you take a bath in mutual funds? Man, the markets really crashed yesterday." If you don't play the market, have no idea what a mutual fund is, and don't follow the financial news channels, you may find yourself nervously shuffling your feet, looking down and muttering, "Ah, well, er, no."

That's a tough spot to be in, but there is a way out. Actually, there are several techniques you could use.

Immediately Try to Shift Back to a "You" Focus

When someone asks a question about a topic that you know little or nothing about, one successful strategy is to immediately shift the focus back to the other person by appealing to one of three things:

1.       The Other Person's Current Situation As It Relates to the Topic

In the example above about the mutual funds, you could respond with an empathetic, "Oh, sounds as if you did. Did you have a lot invested?"

2.       The Other Person's Opinion About the Topic

Again, from our mutual fund example you could say with a very interested tone, "It's interesting you should bring that up. I'd like your take on the stability of the overall market. Where do you think it's going?"

True, in this example you're dodging the question, and they may call you on it. Or, they may assume you took a bath and don't want to talk about it. Either way, you're keeping the conversation going.

3.       The Other Person's Experience or Expertise

You may prefer the more direct approach such as, "I didn't invest in mutual funds, but I'd like to know more about them. What can you tell me about them?"

When you shift back to a "you" focus — and especially when you appeal to someone's expertise (whether they have real expertise or they just think they do), you'll get them going into a commentary about their experiences, their opinions, or their involvement.

Ask Questions

As you've probably already assumed, this goes hand-in-hand with shifting the focus back to the other person. The easiest way to shift that focus back is to ask a question about their situation, their opinion, or their advice.

After you have redirected back to a "you" focus, listen very closely to the terminology used and what is said. In nearly any comment you can pick out a piece of information to ask another question about. Eventually, after you ask two or three questions, you'll gain enough understanding on the topic to make an intelligent comment. That way, your conversation partner will perceive you as knowledgeable about the topic.

Fail-Safe Phrases to Win Trust and Goodwill in the Office

Strangers, acquaintances, friends, and trusted colleagues – all use different language. Unfortunately, many people in the office use "stranger" language when talking with bosses and supervisors. Your goal is to talk to everyone in your office – whether peers or bosses – as if they are trusted colleagues.

But how do you do that? Follow the tips below:

Use the Phrases and Words That Trusted Colleagues Use

Most people in offices use language that sends a message of distance. In other words, they use words and phrases that highlight the differences between the two people. Some examples are:

·         Cliches

Strangers generally use cliches. Cliches are safe, non-threatening, and are usually meant as a filler.

For instance, if you were talking about the Internet economy, a cliche would be "The Internet is the place to be today, isn't it?"

·         Facts

Acquaintances usually speak in "fact-ese." Facts reinforce your mutual understanding of your topic, industry, or company. Continuing with our Internet economy example, a fact statement between acquaintances would be, "There are 1,543,333 active Web sites today," or "40 percent of holiday gift purchases were made online last year."

·         Emotional Statements

Emotional statements are used between friends. They indicate a deeper bond than either strangers or acquaintances have. Friends feel safe making emotional statements to each other. Once again with our Internet example, a comment from a friend may be, "I just love being able to do everything online!"

·         "We" Talk

"We" talk sets the stage for anticipated future events shared between two business colleagues. It may also refer to past events or current situations. With the Internet example, a "we" statement could be, "We'll have so much fun starting this new Internet partnership, won't we?" or "Our company will really grow fast once we get our online retail outlet going."

·         Fast-Forwarding Rapport with "We" Talk

Using "we" talk is an excellent technique for fast-forwarding rapport so the other person thinks of you as a colleague. It's simple to do! When you're in a conversation with a person you're meeting for the first time, look for opportunities to insert the word "we," "us," or "our" into the conversation. It will scramble the signal, and get the other person thinking you're closer than you really are. This works especially well if you're talking to a boss, the company CEO, or someone in a higher position within the company.

Some examples:

·         "We sure are in an exciting industry!"

·         "That new anti-trust law sure caught us by surprise, didn't it?"

·         "We're in for an exciting ride if the industry trends continue the way they are."

·         "Our greatest opportunities will come from support from the City Council."

·         "The new Better Internet Bureau certifications will help us establish credibility for our online operations."

Don't Forget to Maintain Your Non-Verbal Image

Just as you can fast-forward rapport through your words, you can also fast forward rapport with your body language. The acronym PALS NOW will help you remember the body language tips that fast-forward rapport.

P = Proximity. Stand about an arm's length from the person with whom you're speaking. Research has shown this to be the most comfortable personal space area.

A = Animated. Does your body posture show animation and enthusiasm? Or, are you hunched over and slouching?

L = Lean in. If you lean in toward the person who is speaking to you, they will think you are hanging on their every word, and they will like you more quickly.

S = Smile. Remember to smile, when appropriate, while the other person is talking.

N = Nod. Nodding while the other person is speaking sends a visual cue that you're listening to and comprehending what they're saying.

O = Open body posture. Are your arms folded? Do you have your hands in your pocket? If you are seated, are your legs crossed away from the other person? Keep an open and welcoming body posture throughout the conversation.

W = Watchful eyes. Maintain eye contact throughout the conversation.

Tone and Tempo: When to Slow It Down and When to Speed It Up

The sound of your voice may be less than music to the ear, and people have a tendency to assign a personality type to you based on the sound of your voice. Have you ever "met" someone for the first time via telephone, then formed a mental picture of what the person looks like? Sure! We all have. It's natural to do so.

Your voice may sound fine to you, but not to others. Tape-record yourself – preferably during a conversation – to find out how you sound. You may be surprised.

Adjusting Your Tone to Fit the Person

Without completely abandoning your personality or your vocal uniqueness, it's important to adjust your tone, speed, pitch, and volume based on your listener.

In general, people like other people who are like themselves.

A subliminal way to show the other person that you're "like them" is to mirror (not mimic) their vocal patterns. For example, if the other person is speaking more slowly, with a lower voice, and you are typically a high-energy, fast-paced talker, you may want to bring your rate of speech and pitch down a few notches. Conversely, if the other person is talking quickly and you're more of a slow talker, you may want to crank it up a notch.

Sincerity Counts

The most important thing to remember when mirroring someone else's tone is to be sincere. People can pick up on insincerity. The main point of this section is to bring to your attention the importance of focusing on the speech patterns of the other person. Too often we're so "me-focused" in conversations that we completely overlook the other person.

Moving Forward

This lesson covered some important basics on tone, word choice, and building consensus. The next lesson will offer etiquette tips that everyone should know: voice mail and cell phone etiquette, how to answer and transfer calls, how to take messages, and more.

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The Secret to Creativity

A self-employed woman is window shopping and sees a beautiful dress. She thinks that it would be perfect for an upcoming reception where she hopes to impress prospective clients. Sadly, the dress costs €3000 and her bank account is nearly empty. She thinks to herself: "how could I earn €3000 in order to buy that dress?" She might come up with some great ideas.

But the truth is, her problem has nothing to do with the dress. Her problem is that she needs to develop new business. One way to do that is to acquire new clients. Wearing a stunning dress to a reception might be one method of solving that problem. But there are many more solutions – and a lot of them are probably more cost effective than a €3000 dress, particularly if she hasn't much money.

Instead, she should be asking herself: "How might I acquire new clients for my business?" or better still, "In what ways might I develop more business?"

The latter question or challenge might lead to ideas like offering existing clients new products or services; increasing her prices; asking for referrals and other activities that have very little to do with new dresses and a great deal to do with building her business.

• "In what ways might I/we…?"
• "How might I/we…?"
• "What kinds of… might I/we…?"

• Restrictive criteria
  Restrictive criteria block open creativity. Leave them out of the challenge – but use those criteria later when it comes time to evaluate ideas.
• Combining two or more challenges in a single challenge.
  Combining two or more issues in a single challenge (such as "how might we earn more income and work less?") tends to confuse brainstormers and results in ideas which fail to solve either problem. Best to divide such challenges into individual challenges and brainstorm one at a time. Start with the most important challenge first.
• Ambiguous challenges
  A challenge such as "need money" isn't really clear and is likely to result in ideas that are not really clear. Make your challenges clear to everyone. And phrase them using the words above.

• Generate ideas first. Nothing more. Only after you have finished generating ideas should you even think about reviewing them and decide which one(s) to implement.
• When generating ideas, whether alone or in a group, prohibit any criticism whatsoever. Moreover, it is essential that you make note of every idea no matter how silly, daft or impossible it may seem. The silliest ideas are sometimes the most creative and often highly inspirational.
• Do not stop at the first idea that comes to mind. The first good idea that comes to mind is seldom the most creative – largely because it is almost always the most obvious. Better to generate lots of ideas and then decide which ideas to choose.

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