The CHRO Mindset
Episodes
Ep 65 | S04 Ep 10: HR Tech Problem… or Mindset Problem?
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Spoiler: It’s not just policies, performance reviews, or an HR dashboard. In this episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast, Pulkit Joshi sits down with ...
Ep64 | S04 Ep09: How Gen AI in HR is improving HR strategy 2026?
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
HR isn’t just hiring anymore; its strategy, empathy, data, and yes, Generative AI in HR. In this episode, Ashish Mittal (Group CHRO, Sreenidhi Inst...
Ep 62 | S04 Ep07: 5 Workforce Shifts That Matter In the Age of AI
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Workforce plans fail when reality changes faster than spreadsheets. In this episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast, Renu Ganotra explains how HR leaders ...
Episode 7: Ep 61 | S04 Ep07: Predictive Analytics: Stop HR Firefighting Early
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Predictive analytics won’t predict the future. But it can stop HR from firefighting every month. In this episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast, Pulki...
Ep60 | S04 Ep05: How AI Is Helping HR Make Better Decisions
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Choosing the right HR tools has never been trickier. Join Dr. Vinod Bidwaik, global HR thought leader, as he reveals: How CHROs can separate hype fr...
Ep 59 | S04 Ep04: Roles or Skills? What Breaks Organizations?
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Are you still hiring for titles instead of talent? Gopalji Mehrotra (CHRO, ACME Group) just told HR pros to stop committing this sin in the recent e...
E58 | S04Ep03: Is HR Built for Hypergrowth? | Bhavya Sharma, Senior Director (HR), Zepto | The CHRO Mindset
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What makes some HRs fail at managing their culture during organizational growth? Is it ignoring inter-team communication, normalizing weak leadershi...
E57 | S4 Ep02: Will AI replace the ‘Human’ in HR? | Krupa NS, CHRO, Xoriant | The CHRO mindset
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Are AI algorithms forcing you to keep your human side on the back seat? Don’t let this happen!Listen to the leading HR voice, Krupa NS, CHRO at Xo...
Ep56 | S04 Ep 01: What makes your safe and healthy workplace sick? | Simin Askari, Senior VP, DS Group | The CHRO Mindset
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What do you do when you come to know your organization is severely unhealthy? You listen to Simin Askari on the first episode of The CHRO mindset Sea...
Ep 55 | S03 Ep13: Vishwanathan Anand on 4 Winning Moves Every HR Must Master
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever caught yourself in the HR rut that makes you question your career choices? The sudden exit of a high performer, a leadership failure, or your c...
Ep 54 | S03 Ep 12| How to shield your workplace culture from collapsing? | Soumitra Das, Founder & CEO, HR Practitioners
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired of seeing repetitive conflicts, collaboration issues, emerging silos, and endless gossiping at your workplace? Guess what? It happen...
Ep 53 | S03 Ep 11 | This Is How You Boost Your HR Credibility | Learn with Yogesh Patgaonkar, Master Certified Coach
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Scrolling through social feed to find the perfect video on boosting your ‘HR credibility?’ Here you have it! This 40 min episode of The CHRO Mi...
Ep 52 | S03 Ep10: Employee retention fails? Fix your 7 habits now | Gargi Banerjee, Global Human Capital Leader
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your top talent is slipping off your hands like dry sand. And you don’t know until you are empty handed. But here’s a catch! Watch Gargi Banerje...
Ep51 | S03 Ep 09 | Anand Neelakantan on HR Dilemmas (that still matter!)
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to plug your earphones and listen, tune to spotify for audio episode [ link of episode] Ever felt torn between doing what’s written vs....
Ep50 | S03 Ep08 | From Boomers to Gen Z: A CHRO’s Guide to Lead 4 at Once | Sajit T.C., Corporate Director & CXO Mentor
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can unaddressed generational gaps cost your business productivity, effort, and even revenue? According to Sajit T.C., yes! Caused by inefficient pr...
BONUS Mindset Drop | AI in HR: Hype, Hope, or Human Advantage?
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🤔 Is HR finally becoming a profit center or just outsourcing judgment to algorithms? In this rewind episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast, 8 globa...
Ep49 | S03 Ep07 | Dave Ulrich, Father of Modern HR | The Future CHRO: From HR Ops to Global Leadership
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it truly take to lead HR on a global scale today? In this power-packed episode of CHRO Mindset, Professor Dave Ulrich, the global icon, thi...
Ep 48 | S03 Ep06: The P&L-Ready CHRO: Where Empathy Meets Economics | Aparna Chetan, Torry Harris Integration Solutions
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
HR leaders today aren’t just culture custodians—they’re business builders. In this power-packed episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast, we unpack: ...
Ep 47 | S03 Ep05 | The Dual Mandate for CHROs | Shailaja Venkat Iyer, Boardroom Advisor and CXO Coach
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this eye-opening episode, Shailaja Venkat Iyer dives into the evolving role of CHROs and what it takes to be boardroom-ready in 2025.From aligning ...
BONUS Mindset Drop: 7 Books That Could Empower in Your HR Journey
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What do World’s top HRs read when they’re stuck or steering through chaos? In this special episode, we asked HR leaders one simple question: “...
Ep 46 | S03 Ep04 - Devdutt Pattanaik on Ancient Wisdom and Modern Workplaces
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Devdutt Pattanaik delivers a bold keynote that challenges India’s addiction with hustle, hierarchy, and hyper-growth that still echoes of the coloni...
Ep 45 | S03 Ep03—Employee Engagement Or Employee Energy- What should HR focus on? | Sudipto Mandal, CHRO, Larsen & Toubro
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think engagement drives high performance? Not really. Watch Sudipto unpack what’s draining your high-performers—and how HR can finally stop the s...
Ep 44 | S03 Ep 02- Roles or Skills- What Should Hiring Managers' Prioritise? | Rajiv Naithani, SVP, HR & OD, Persistent Systems
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're still building org charts around roles—you're already behind. 💡 In this CHRO Mindset episode, Rajiv Naithani, Senior Vice President –...
Ep 43 | S03 Ep01—People Strategy is about Perks only? Think again! | Samidha Mohanty, Seasoned HR Professional
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is your people's strategy helping you grow or holding you back? In this episode of the CHRO Mindset Podcast, Samidha Mohanty shared what it really t...
Ep 42 | S02 Ep12- Midlife Career Change: Risk, Reward & Reinvention | Anshuman Tiwari, LinkedIn Top Voice
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is it too late to start over? Spoiler: It’s not. In this episode of Mid-Career Switch, we go deep with Anshuman Tiwari. He opens up about why midli...
Ep 41 | S02 Ep11- Perks or Preferences: A New HR Approach to Employee Benefits | Sajja Praveen Chowdary, Director & Head - Policybazaar for Business
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One-size-fits-all perks are out. Personalized, people-first benefits are in. In this episode, Sajja Praveen Chowdary (Director & Head, PolicyBaza...
Ep 40 | S02 E10- How to Scale HR Without Losing Your Culture | Atul Tiwari, Chief HR Officer
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of CHRO Mindset, Atul Tiwari uncovers how high-growth organizations can scale their HR function without breaking their people or cultu...
Ep 39 | S02 E09 – How can only humans lead humans? | Pooja B Luthra, Group Chief HR Officer Trident Group India
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the real future of HR isn't more tech—but more human? In this power-packed episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast, we sit down with Pooja Luth...
Ep 38 | S02 E08 Are You Leading People or Managing Headcount? | Priya Ramdev, Founder, Leadership Prism
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are we confusing engagement with entertainment at work? In this episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast, we sit down with Priya Ramdev, a human-first HR ...
Ep 37 | S02 E07 - What Really Drives Employee Success? | Vishal Sharma, Head HR, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Does employee happiness really drive business success? In this episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast, Vishal Sharma challenges the long-standing belief...
Ep 36 | S02 E06 - The Truth About Leadership Resilience | Raahuul Gupta, Founder, Transform Ahead
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why do most leaders fail under pressure? In this episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast, Raahuul Gupta—Founder of Transform Ahead and a leadership exp...
Ep 35 | S02 E05- Competency vs. Experience: How to Build Better Leaders |Vivek Mehrotra, CEO, Assesspro
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why most hiring decisions fail—and how competency assessments can fix them? With over 40 years of experience at Flipkart, Zomato, and Reliance, Vive...
Ep 34 | S02 E04 - How HR Can Transform Culture Without "Fixing" It | Dr. Rubi Khan, Luminous Power Technologies
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you really "fix" company culture, or is it all just corporate lip service? 🤔 In this powerful episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast, Dr. Rubi Kh...
Ep 33 | S02 E03 - The What, Who, and How of HR Leadership | JP Elliott, Founder, Future of HR Consulting
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to future-proof your HR leadership strategy? In this episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast, we sit down with JP Elliott, renowned HR lead...
Ep 32 | S02 E02- How Onboarding affects Long Term Retention | Vivek Jain, CHRO, Capri Global Captial Ltd.
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Onboarding isn’t about fancy welcome kits—it’s about retention, performance, and culture. In this episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast, Vivek Ja...
Ep 31 | S02 E01 - HR’s Role in AI Adoption: What Every Leader Must Know? | Dr. Dieter Veldsman, Chief Scientist, AIHR
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to future-proof your HR game? Join Dr. Dieter Veldsman on The CHRO Mindset Podcast as he shares how HR can embrace AI, build inclusive...
The CHRO Mindset Podcast Season 1: It’s a wrap!
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Season 1 of The CHRO Mindset Podcast was nothing short of extraordinary—and if you missed it, you missed a revolution in HR thought leadership! Li...
Remote Onboarding & HR Tech Insights from a Global HR Expert
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Vanesa shares her expert insights on optimizing HR practices and employee onboarding. She advocates for ongoing feedback practices, s...
How to Transform Stagnant Workplaces ft. Chris Deaver
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the guest shares valuable insights drawn from a career spanning multiple industries and leadership roles. He emphasizes the importanc...
Aligning HR with Business Goals: Hybrid Mode, AI and Employee Retention
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, our guest shares their journey overcoming major HR challenges and driving organizational success. They discuss their experiences at L...
HR Insights Unveiled: Navigating Leadership, Gamification, and Gen Z in the Modern Workplace with Manav Jain
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful podcast, our host, Pulkit Joshi, engages in a comprehensive conversation with Manav Jain, an experienced HR professional, covering ...
Mastering Change with The Human Side of It (ft. Rahul Sheel)
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we had the privilege of engaging with Professor Rahul Sheel, who shared pivotal moments that have shaped his illustrious career. Prof...
Strategies for Mastering Crisis Management Saumya Badgayan
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We kick off the podcast with a thought-provoking discussion on historical leadership, examining Hitler's leadership style and considering how differen...
How to Manage Global Teams, Adopt AI, & Advance Your HR Decision-Making
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as a seasoned HR leader, Sanjeeb Lahiri, shares invaluable insights and experiences from their extensive career journey. Discover actionable l...
How to Manage Employee Expectations, Build an Employer Brand, and Address Recruitment Biases (ft. Debashish Majumdar)
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Debashesh tackles key HR challenges, emphasizing managing candidate expectations and fostering career evolution. He delves into fos...
Preparing for the AI Era: How to Reskill Your Workforce as an HR Leader (ft. Meenakshi Chhillar)
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Meenakshi Chhillar is a seasoned HR expert with 18 years of global experience, boasting leadership roles in the US and India. Her expertise spans dive...
HR Leadership: Building High-Performing Teams and Driving Growth with Abdula Rasheed
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this discussion, Dr. Rasheed talks about a big gap he's noticed in how companies do performance reviews. Instead of just checking boxes once a year...
How Diversity & Tech Can Transform HR Leadership: Lessons from a 17-Year HR Veteran
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the CHRO Mindset podcast, Pulkit Joshi sits down with Janani Prakaash, Head of People and Culture at Genzeon, a seasoned HR leader ...
Navigating HR Trends for 2025 and Beyond with Prosenjit Mukherjee
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, Prosenjit shares insights on crucial HR skills for 2025, emphasizing the shift from support roles to strategic business enablers post...
Insights from Ex-Flipkart CPO on HR Leadership and Organizational Culture (ft. Krishna Raghavan)
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our conversation with Krishna, we explore various facets of HR and organizational leadership. From identifying fictional HR characters to discuss...
What is the Future of HR and How to Align Tech with Human-Centric Values (ft. Aravind Warrier)
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we delve deep into the future of HR, exploring the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in the age of automation and evolving ...
How to Approach HR Leadership: Insights and Strategies (ft. Anupam Srivastava)
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this Podcast (The CHRO Mindset), Anupam shares his personal HR mantra, drawing inspiration from the Bhagavad Gita, emphasizing the importance of pe...
Navigating HR Leadership: Insights from Sanketh Ramkrishnamurthy
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sanketh shares valuable insights on fostering a culture of continuous learning within HR and his guiding principles in decision-makin...
How to Lead in Crisis, Bridge Generational Gap, and Automate the Process (ft. Sara Boueri)
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening episode of the CHRO Mindset Podcast, host, Pulkit Joshi, engages in a captivating conversation with Sara Boueri, a distinguishe...
Transforming HR: Insights and Strategies for Employee Well-being, Leadership, and Organizational Change with Sanjay Jha
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful interview, the guest, Sanjay Jha, discusses key HR insights and experiences. Addressing the first question, they debunk the myth ...
Navigating Change: A Comprehensive HR Discussion with Sharmila Thakur
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this comprehensive podcast, HR professional Sharmila Thakur engages in a wide-ranging discussion with Pulkit Joshi. The conversation spans her expe...
Unveiling HR Excellence: A Journey with Saurabh Kale on the CHRO Mindset Podcast
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Saurabh Kale, a seasoned HR professional with over 15 years of experience in talent management and org...
Transforming HR: From Mechanical to Intuitive - Insights from Indranil Sen, Co-Founder at Alter Ego Accelerators
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the CHRO Mindset Podcast, hosted by Pulkit Joshi, Indranil Sen, Co-Founder at Alter Ego Accelerators, shares insights on the CHRO M...
Leading Change, Fostering Inclusivity, and Embracing True Diversity with Renu Bohra
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this comprehensive podcast, we had the privilege of speaking with Renu Bohra, a seasoned HR leader with a diverse background spanning public and pr...
Promoting Workplace Well-being and HR Upskilling in the AI Era with Vatsala
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the CHRO Mindset Podcast, hosted by Pulkit Joshi, Vatsala Banerjee, lead HR Expert and employee well-being at Samsung Research Inst...
HR Insights Unleashed: Mastering Talent, Tech, and ROI with Smita Venkatraman
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the CHRO Mindset Podcast, hosted by Pulkit Joshi, Smita Venkatraman, Founder and Chief Advisor of her consulting firm Smita Venkatr...
Using AI to Transform HR and Shaping Organizational Culture with Samit Deb
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the CHRO Mindset Podcast, hosted by Pulkit Joshi, Samit Deb, the cofounder of Navikenz shares his valuable insights and expertise o...
Beyond Boundaries: Redefining Well-Being and Inclusivity in Hybrid Work with Shameela Nafih
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the CHRO Mindset Podcast, hosted by Pulkit Joshi, Shameela Nafih, Global HR Head at Volopay helped us discover the importance of em...
Building a Culture of Engagement and Future-Forward Talent Planning with Sulbha Rai
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the CHRO Mindset Podcast, hosted by Pulkit Joshi, Sulbha Rai, the Chief People Officer at RenewBuy.com, shares her valuable insight...
Mastering HR Analytics: Challenges, Opportunities, and Strategic Insights with Amit Mohla
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the CHRO Mindset Podcast, hosted by Pulkit Joshi honored Amit Mohla, who currently leads HR for the CIO function at Wipro. He unrav...
The HR Quest: Discovering Specialization and Virtual Talent Triumphs with Amit Kataria
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode the CHRO Mindset Podcast, hosted by Pulkit Joshi, Amit Kataria, the Chief People Officer at Minfy. Explore HR insights with Amit as he...
Beyond Metrics: Decoding Employee Advocacy Program Impact with Manan Sharma
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of “The CHRO Mindset”, host Pulkit Joshi went live with Manan Sharma, Director & Country Head of HR and Admin, India at Blaize...