CEO SHRM India - Achal Khanna - Career Club Live

Career Club Live with Bob Goodwin

Discover the fascinating world of SHRM's impact on global workforces as we're joined by Achal Kanna, the transformative CEO steering SHRM's course across India, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and North Africa. Achal's expertise sheds light on the art of creating synergy between academia and industry, and the essential role of purpose-driven work in fostering deep engagement from aspiring students to seasoned boardroom veterans. As your host, Bob Goodwin, I'll share my own odyssey through the corporate realm, offering a unique lens on the strategic integration of HR within the core of business decision-making.
Tune in for an enlightening exploration of India's youthful demographics and its magnetic pull for multinational companies seeking to harness the potential of a dynamic English-speaking workforce. We dissect the allure of India's burgeoning market and its pivotal position in narrating the global economic story. The episode traverses the digital landscape and startup boom of the subcontinent, revealing how a digitally savvy India is paving the way for a revolution in job creation and innovation.
Harness the promise of professional growth with SHRM India as we conclude with a candid discussion on the power of shared knowledge and the cultivation of leadership and teamwork in HR. Learn how Achal Kanna's leadership at SHRM emphasizes cultural fit and shared values, and how confidence, when paired with humility, can transform workplace dynamics. This episode is an invitation to connect with a community poised to shape the future of the workforce and to gain insights into India's exciting digital and economic transformation.