Ethical leadership plays a pivotal role in shaping sustainable and thriving businesses. Leaders who uphold strong moral values foster trust and build organizational cultures rooted in honesty, accountability, and a commitment to the greater good. Ratan Tata, the esteemed former chairman of the Tata Group, serves as a shining example of this leadership style. Under his stewardship, the Tata Group …
The Influence of True Crime Media on Fear and Trust in Society
True crime media, a genre that delves into the darker facets of humanity, has captivated audiences worldwide. Its gripping narratives offer insights into criminal behavior, motives, and justice, fostering a fascination that transcends cultural and geographical boundaries. Whether through OTT platforms, podcasts, or television, the genre’s popularity is undeniable. However, its influence on societal fear and trust warrants closer scrutiny. …
Understanding Collective Trauma: The Psychological Impact of Global Conflicts
The past few years have been awash with human-driven uncertainties: territorial disputes, proxy wars, religious radicalization, ethnic cleansing, coups, currency destabilization, anti-immigrant sentiment, trade tensions, biological and cyber warfare, and a worsening climate crisis. These events are not isolated occurrences but interconnected forces that strain the very fabric of global stability. This discord transcends mere ideological differences, testing the limits …
AI for Personalized Employee Development and Training
As Fei-Fei Li, a computer scientist, once said, “AI is not a substitute for human intelligence; it is a tool to amplify human creativity and ingenuity.” AI has successfully incorporated itself into our daily lives and organizations. Human resource managers use it effectively to enhance personalized employee development and training. Tools such as Generative AI and Natural Language Processing (NLP) …
Influencer Culture at Work: The Rise of the “Workfluencer” and Personal Branding on LinkedIn
LinkedIn, initially designed for job hunting and professional networking, has significantly evolved. T oday, it is a hub for content creators aspiring to share expertise, cultivate loyal followings, and establish personal brands. It has become a place to be visible and showcase oneself professionally. The value of standing out in a competitive job market is undeniable—both for job seekers aiming …
The “Quiet Quitting” Phenomenon: Is Disengagement on the Rise?
Quiet Quitting, a pervasive phenomenon, refers to completing the bare minimum requirements of one’s job and the task given and putting less effort, time, and enthusiasm than necessary. Here, the employees fulfill their responsibilities, stay in their positions, and receive compensation but are less willing to engage in citizenship behavior such as helping colleagues, volunteering for extra tasks, or contributing …
The Burnout Epidemic: Men and Mental Health in High-Pressure Jobs
Burnout has evolved from a relatively obscure term to a pressing global health crisis that impacts millions across industries and regions. This silent epidemic disproportionately affects men in high-pressure roles, from corporate executives to frontline workers. In 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO) classified burnout as an “occupational phenomenon,” characterized by symptoms of chronic exhaustion, increased cynicism, and reduced professional …
Men, Authority, Obedience: The Psychology of Power in Male Dominated Spaces
The dynamics of authority and obedience in male-dominated spaces are constantly shaped by individual status, ambition and competition and manifested through established hierarchies, power dynamics, and social norms and relationships. From an early age, men are often conditioned to respect hierarchies in schools, sports and boy-scout, by ingraining concept of discipline, strength and loyalty and its perceived necessity for collective …
Men in Caring Professions: Breaking Barriers in Indian Healthcare and Education
“Beta, teaching is a woman’s job. Why don’t you pursue engineering instead?” This waswhat Rajesh Krishnan heard from his relatives when he announced his decision to become a primary school teacher. Today, after eight years of teaching, he’s not just educating third-graders – he’s challenging deep-rooted biases as he believes his examples are more inclusive and representative of the inclusive …
The Silent Struggle: Men and Mental Health Stigma
The purpose of the next 500-600 words is straightforward – to answer a simple question, “What stops men from seeking help for their mental struggles?” Throughout the article, I plan on taking you on a journey backed by statistics and research on the struggles that men face when it comes to help seeking, what we keep getting wrong about men’s …