We often hear organizations say they’re investing more in people, better pay, broader benefits, and more perks on paper. Yet burnout and disengagement are still everywhere. Somewhere between what’s offered and how employees actually feel, something isn’t landing. That’s where I want to start today, by exploring what’s missing and what needs to change for total rewards to truly support wellbeing.
To help us explore this, Meera Mohandas, India Head of Rewards at Wipro, joins me. She’s someone who works closely with rewards in practice, so I am very sure that her perspective will bring a very real, on-the-ground view.
Host of this Episode: Sanjeevani Saikia
Guest Bio
Meera is an experienced HR professional with passion for shaping impactful people strategies. She is currently leading India Rewards at Wipro while steering global initiatives in Wellbeing and Rewards & Recognition.
Recognized as a Jombay HR 40 Under 40 honoree, she bring a deep understanding of employee experience, benefits, and engagement. With an MBA from Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development (SCMHRD), her expertise spans Performance & Career Management, Organization Development, People Transitions, Post-Acquisition Integration, and Talent Engagement.
Committed to fostering a culture of growth, wellbeing, and recognition, Meera thrive on designing HR solutions that enhance employee experience and business outcomes.
Connect with Meera: Linkedin
Timestamps
(01:31) Meera shares her corporate journey with us.
(03:11) Why employees feel exhausted or disengaged despite competitive pay and benefits.
(06:18) Well-being elements organisations tend to overlook.
(10:23) How to assess whether rewards truly support employee well-being.
Do Give a Read: The New Rules Of Engagement: Well-being As A Strategic Advantage
(15:23) Small but meaningful changes organisations can make.
(20:58) How total rewards may evolve when well-being becomes a core business priority.
