Abhijit Bhaduri’s Blog
I write about careers, skills and the world of work. The cartoons and sketches are mine.
Why You Must Ignore Recommendations
Algorithms curate our feeds, suggest products, and even suggest who we must date or marry. Are we truly in control of our choices, or are we becoming slaves to the algorithm?
Alfred Hitchcock - the Master of Suspense
Alfred Hitchcock is often called the “Master of Suspense” because of his unparalleled ability to create tension and keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Here are 3 movies I recommend.
Why Do High Potential Employees Fail?
High-potential employees often stumble due to mismatched roles, lack of engagement, internal politics, and personal issues, despite their evident skills and potential.
How to Avoid Boring Your Readers 😴➡️🥳
Creating effective content requires a clear strategy and an understanding of your audience. Set goals that match your brand, learn about your audience’s needs and likes, and develop a content calendar to stay consistent. Prioritize producing high-quality and engaging content that provides value. Apply SEO techniques to improve visibility and regularly review metrics to enhance your approach for better outcomes.
Leveling the Playing Field
It's time to break the boundaries! Discover how gamification, Bollywood, and community events can revolutionize India's sports culture. #SportsRevolution #LevelThePlayingField
Stuck in Your Career? Rashmi Felt the Same
Have you ever felt stuck in your career? You find going to office is no different from going for colonoscopy! Yes, it is essential but thought of it is bad enough. Here are 3 elements you can tweak to make a difference.
Gandhi was a Talent Management Guru
Gandhiji cultivated an army of leaders from different parts of the country and beyond. Very few leaders and CEOs build such depth of talent around them.
MK Gandhi was a Career 3.0 role model
Mahatma Gandhi, a figure of profound influence and inspiration, left an indelible mark on the world through his diverse careers and unwavering commitment to nonviolence. His life, spanning across three continents—India, Europe, and South Africa—was a testament to his versatility and dedication to various causes.
Conference, Symposium, Summit, Roundtable … Which One Should You Attend?
I have never been clear why some gatherings are called a conference or a symposium or a summit and is there a hierarchy of these that I should know of?
Reinventing Myself
Reinventing begins when you learn to rein all your fears. And STOP VENTING. You just have to rein in your fears and get started. When a CHRO begins to reinventing himself as an entrepreneur, there is a need to reinvent much more than what someone bargained for.
Life long reinvention will help late bloomers
When we celebrate early achievers, we are doing a disservice to many. Many people bloom when they change their profession or their circle or move to a new city. They are late bloomers.
There are multiple ways to experience time - AI does not know that
When I read that Klarna’s CEO, revealed that their AI chatbot now performs the work of 700 customer service agents. This shift highlights AI’s growing role in business, reducing the need for human agents. It is great for investors I am told. What about the impact on these jobs that employ millions?
The Creative Act Is a Way of Being
The Creative Act: A Way of Being isn’t just about making music—it’s an exploration of creativity itself, offering a philosophy that extends beyond any one art form. Rick Rubin's book is the philosophy of creativity.
Two lines that capture my philosophy
“Thousands of desires, each one worth dying for,
Many fulfilled, yet so much more I yearn for.”
These lines from Ghalib’s poetry resonate deeply with me, encapsulating the essence of my life.
The AI Recruitment Chess Match: Employers vs. Job Seekers
AI driven recruitment has become like cybersecurity. The employers and job applicants find ways to use AI to outsmart each other. It has become a lose-lose game for both.
Three Paths to Career Success
Building a variety of experiences can help you stay adaptable in today's fluid and volatile market. Speed may not always work.
Gen Z what shaped their views about work and workplaces
Politicians want their votes. Marketers want their attention because their attention can make or break a platform. Financial planners want to place a hold on their calendar for the day they inherit $1 million (Rs 8 crores approximately). They are looking away from Tinder and creating profiles on Hinge. Everyone wants the support of the under 25, but what do they want? We need to know what shaped their worldview
How to Win Over Gen Z Talent
Want to win over Gen Z talent? Not to compare them with your older employees may be the first step. But there is more.