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India Inc improves diversity hiring with 26%: Report
- Diversity hiring increased by 26%, focusing on women, LGBTQIA+, and PwD candidates.
- Month-on-month hiring dipped by 1%, reflecting changing economic conditions. E-recruitment dropped 5% YoY in July 2023.
- Indian employers are using flexible hiring approaches to navigate evolving business environments.
- Import/Export (15%), Shipping/Marine (6%), Travel & Tourism (5%) industries saw job posting spikes. Retail (2%) and FMCG (4%) sectors had increased e-recruitment in July.
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Zoom ends no-meeting Wednesday policy, calls it 'barrier to collaboration'
- Zoom ends "No Internal Meeting Wednesdays" policy, citing hindrance to collaboration.
- CEO Eric Yuan reverses pandemic-era policy despite employee preference for focused work time.
- Other companies opt for no-meeting days to boost autonomy, engagement, and productivity.
- Zoom's shift acknowledges need for informal interactions while emphasizing personalized boundaries for success.
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4 Types of Questions Hiring Managers Love to Hear in Job Interviews
- Hiring managers appreciate candidates who ask thoughtful and insightful questions during job interviews
- Some topics that hiring managers want candidates to inquire about include remote work collaboration, company vision and culture, personal reasons for working at the company, and the history and future success of the company.
- Asking questions during an interview demonstrates engagement and can set candidates apart from others.
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Boss calls woman 'unprofessional' after she fainted at work
- A woman fainted while at work and shared her experience on the website Mumsnet, which focuses on pregnancy, birth, and women's issues.
- The woman, who works in healthcare, explained that she fainted during a conversation with a patient, got up to leave for some air, but fainted on her way out.
- The next day, her boss scheduled a meeting to discuss her fainting incident, referring to it as "unprofessional," which sparked outrage among many people.
- Commenters on the post expressed support for the woman, stating that fainting is not a controllable action and cannot be deemed "unprofessional."
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Indians aren't ready to return to office: 71% prefer flexibility to better pay, finds survey
- 71% of Indian professionals value flexibility when job hunting, seeking options like remote work, flexible hours, and breaks as needed.
- 70% of workers prefer job roles that offer hybrid or remote work setups due to improved work-life balance and productivity.
- TCS and other firms face attrition, especially among women, after implementing return-to-office policies against employee preferences.
- Employers are less likely to promote remote work in job ads, despite 63% of employees desiring hybrid work options, whereas only 51% of employers provide them.
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Warning Signs That You're Pursuing the Wrong Career
- Dread and Unfulfillment: If work consistently feels unrewarding and you dread each day, it's a sign that your current career might not be the right fit.
- Apathy Towards Progress: When promotions or new responsibilities hold no appeal and you're disinterested in career advancement, it could signal you're on the wrong career path.
- Physical and Mental Strain: Persistent stress-related health issues like headaches, anxiety, and sleep problems may indicate that your career is negatively impacting your well-being.
- Lack of Direction: Feeling directionless with no clear goals for your career's future suggests you might be pursuing a career that isn't aligned with your aspirations.
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Delhi man quits job on first day due to long commute, sparks debate
- An employee in New Delhi quit his job due to a lengthy commute to Gurugram, leaving him with only 3 hours of free time daily.
- Despite a decent job offer, he believed the extensive travel time and cost outweighed the benefits.
- Reddit users shared their own commuting experiences, suggesting efficient use of travel time and emphasizing initial career sacrifices.
- After community feedback, the employee realized the impulsive nature of his decision, acknowledging the commonality of commuting challenges and expressing plans for better decisions in the future.
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Women want remote working roles, even if it means turning down a dream job: Survey
- Women are more committed to remote work than men, per a survey by UK's Space32. Only 59% of women, compared to 67% of men, would choose daily office work even for their dream job.
- Women are more likely to consider increasing office days for career progress (50%), while men are more open to it (60%).
- Previous US and Indian surveys also show women prefer remote work and value flexible hours more.
- Concerns arise about gender inequalities due to women spending more time on domestic tasks with remote work, potentially impacting career growth and skill acquisition.
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This time of day is when workers make the most errors, according to a new study
- A recent study shows that worker errors peak in the afternoon, supported by objective computer metrics.
- Productivity climbs from Monday to Wednesday, dips on Thursday and Friday, reflecting a consistent pattern.
- Findings suggest embracing flexible work arrangements, like hybrid models or shorter workweeks, to enhance well-being and productivity.
- Many employees favor such changes, with a majority open to a condensed workweek and some even willing to switch jobs for it.
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Palak Mittal bags Rs 1-crore pay package from Amazon; she isn’t from IIT or IIM
- Palak Mittal, a BTech student from the Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Allahabad, has made headlines by securing a handsome salary package of over Rs 1 crore from Amazon.
- As per her LinkedIn account, Mittal joined tech-giant Amazon's Berlin office as a Software Developer for Amazon Web Services (AWS) in August 2022. Notably, Mittal currently holds a position at PhonePe in their Bengaluru office.
- Mittal's resume reveals experience in cloud platforms and programming languages such as AWS Lambda, AWS S3, AWS Cloudwatch, Typescript, Java, and SQL.
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How to use ChatGPT to get your resume shortlisted for interview
- Create a prompt named "You Are My Resume Creator" to interact with ChatGPT effectively.
- Copy the job description from a desired company on LinkedIn and paste it into ChatGPT. This provides context for tailoring your resume.
- Provide relevant details about your work experience, skills, education, and achievements.
- Paste the generated content into Instaresume.IO, a tool that helps create visually appealing resume templates.
- Upload your resume to SkillSyncer's website for analysis. It will provide an ATS score and suggest keywords to optimize your resume's chances with automated systems.
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Offices in Chennai, Bengaluru declare holiday on August 10 for Rajnikanth's 'Jailer' movie premiere
- Rajinikanth's upcoming film 'Jailer' is set to premiere on August 10th after a two-year hiatus from the silver screen.
- The film's previews have generated significant anticipation, with workplaces in Chennai and Bengaluru declaring August 10th as a day off for employees due to the excitement.
- 'Jailer' is directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and features Rajinikanth in the role of a retired police officer, showcasing his mature acting skills and a range of emotions.
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What is the 'coffee cup' test used by bosses during interviews?
- Trent Innes, former MD of Xero Australia, introduced the "coffee cup" test to assess job seekers' values and attitudes during interviews.
- Candidates were offered a drink and observed if they willingly returned the cup to the kitchen afterward.
- This test aimed to reveal a sense of ownership and responsibility, crucial for the company's culture.
- Attitude was emphasized as a significant factor in hiring decisions, alongside skills and knowledge.
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3 out of 4 Indians fear technology will replace their jobs, finds study
- 3 out of 4 Indian professionals fear job displacement due to technological disruptions, prompting an increased desire to upskill.
- Concerns about technology replacing jobs are prominent in sectors like Finance, Insurance, Software & IT services, Healthcare, and Manufacturing.
- Digital marketing, data analytics, finance, management, and AI are in high demand, leading to a significant skill gap in these sectors.
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Former Microsoft VP of HR reveals 4 things he would never do as an employee
- Don't expect or offer company loyalty: Companies may not reward loyalty, so focus on delivering value rather than expecting loyalty.
- Present your value exchange, not ask for a raise: Demonstrate the value you bring to the company and discuss a fair return on that value.
- Never make empty threats: Avoid making threats you don't intend to follow through on, as it can damage your relationship with the employer.
- Be well-prepared when asking for help: Document and understand the situation thoroughly before seeking assistance, ensuring clear and specific asks.
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