In this special episode of our series "In Conversation with Partha Neog," Partha Neog, Founder and CEO of Vantage Circle, hosts a vibrant discussion with Sunita Rebecca Cherian, Chief Culture Officer & Senior VP of Corporate Human Resources at Wipro.
Partha and Sunita emphasized the importance of integrating values into daily behaviors through Wipro’s "Five Habits," fostering a positive work environment where employees feel safe and authentic, supported by manager training programs.
They highlighted the necessity of a comprehensive rewards and recognition program to appreciate employees' efforts and the strategic fit between employee engagement and the employee rewards system, promoting a culture of continuity and community.
Additionally, they discussed the impact of hybrid working models post-pandemic, reinforcing the need for a cohesive work culture and common language across the organization.
Timestamps
(06:36) Partha and Sunita discuss the relevance and importance of employee engagement in the contemporary workplace.
(10:53) They discuss the broad factors contributing to employee engagement and how they have evolved from the pre to the post-Covid era.
(18:05) Sunita provides an in-depth explanation of her framework, "The 5 Habits."
(22:19) The conversation transitions to Sunita's methods and systems to encourage and promote these behaviors.
(26:12) Partha seeks insights on the role of the R&R system, particularly the Winner’s Circle, in fostering the 5 Habits.
(30:20) Partha and Sunita discuss the anticipated evolution of the R&R platform over the next four to five years.
(34:00) The discussion shifts to the significance of employee engagement from a cultural perspective and its prioritization by CXOs.
