When we think of compensation, it is often treated like a confidential, back-office topic. But times are changing, and employees are asking more questions. And so, we see how ‘Pay Transparency’ has been now making headlines! It’s more than just publishing salary ranges. It’s about creating an environment of trust, accountability, and equity. The question is, how do organizations get it right without creating confusion or unintended consequences?
To help us unpack this, I’m joined by Debolina Bhattacharyya, a Senior Manager at BETSOL. She carries over 14 years of experience being a seasoned Strategic Talent Acquisition Leader driving scalable recruitment strategies across global consulting firms and high-growth tech organizations. She’s also a strong advocate for DEI-focused hiring, employer branding, and data-driven decision-making — all of which tie directly into how companies approach pay transparency.
Host of this Episode: Shabana Shahnaz
Guest Bio
Debolina Bhattacharyya is a strategic Talent Acquisition leader with over 14 years of experience shaping scalable recruitment strategies for global consulting firms and high-growth technology organizations. She specializes in building and leading high-performing TA teams, delivering full-cycle hiring across technology, product, and business functions, and consistently achieving ambitious headcount goals.
Her expertise spans workforce planning, employer branding, and designing inclusive, DEI-driven hiring practices that strengthen organizational culture. With a strong focus on recruitment analytics, Debolina leverages data to enable smarter decision-making, streamline processes, and drive continuous improvement.
Recognized for her ability to forge strong business partnerships, she positions talent acquisition as a true strategic differentiator—fueling growth, accelerating innovation, and aligning talent outcomes with business priorities. Passionate about transforming TA into a high-impact function, Debolina is dedicated to building the future of work through people.
Connect on LinkedIn : Debolina Bhattacharyya
Timestamps
(01:52) Pay transparency—buzzword or real change? Discover what it truly means beyond just fairness.
(02: 54) Can open compensation actually build trust—or is it just wishful thinking? Hear the real-world stories.
(04:15) Does sharing too much about pay cause more harm than good? We unpack the tough side of transparency.
(05:59) Salary talk doesn’t have to be awkward—learn how leaders and HR can turn it into an empowering conversation.
Do Give a Read: A Must-Have Guide To Compensation Planning
(08:30) Think you know the truth about pay transparency? Let’s bust the biggest myths holding companies back.
(10:45) If you’re just starting out with pay transparency, where do you begin? Small steps can make a big impact.
