Ep 060 - From Metrics to Meaning: Building True Belonging at Work

Ep 060 - From Metrics to Meaning: Building True Belonging at Work

In this greytFM episode, Harsha Bhosale, Director – HR Programs at Oracle, explores what it takes to move beyond diversity metrics and build cultures of genuine belonging. From bridging the gap between representation and employee experience to tackling performative inclusion, Harsha shares practical insights on how leaders, managers, and HR teams can create workplaces where people feel valued, heard, and empowered to be their authentic selves. Tune in to discover how organizations can turn inclusion from an initiative into an everyday experience.

Ep 059 - HR in the Age of Data: Trust, Responsibility and the DPDP Act

In this greytFM episode, Lipika Verma, Vice President – Human Resources, International Operations at Schneider Electric, explores how HR is balancing data-driven decision-making with employee trust in today’s workplace. As organizations increasingly rely on employee data to shape performance, engagement, and workplace experiences, concerns around privacy, transparency, and surveillance are growing just as quickly. Lipika discusses how HR leaders can build responsible, trust-first data practices while navigating evolving employee expectations. The episode also unpacks the impact of India’s Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act and what it means for HR teams managing sensitive employee data. Tune in for practical insights on building a more transparent, responsible, and people-centric HR function in the age of data.

Ep 058 - The Evolving Role of Managers: How Managers and HR Can Thrive Together in a Changing Workplace

In this greytFM episode, Vandana Tilwani, CHRO, Havas India and Chief Inclusion Officer, Havas APAC, discusses how the role of managers has evolved from driving execution to becoming coaches, culture-builders, and change leaders. As hybrid work, AI, and rising employee expectations reshape organisations, managers are expected to do more than ever—often without enough support. Vandana shares where the biggest gaps exist, how HR can better enable managers, and what strong HR-manager alignment looks like in practice. The episode also explores the manager’s role in leading AI adoption, reducing overload, and building more sustainable, people-centric workplaces. Tune in for practical insights on how managers and HR can thrive together in a changing world of work.

Ep 057 - The Rise of AI Agents: What HR Must Get Right

AI is evolving from simple automation to intelligent agents that can plan, execute, and optimize work across workflows. As organizations begin adopting these systems, HR leaders must ensure they are implemented responsibly and effectively. In this episode of greytFM, Ashwini Kumar, CHRO, Electronica Finance Ltd, shares insights on how HR can bridge the gap between AI ambition and real adoption, build ethical guardrails, and ensure human judgement remains central as people and AI agents begin to work side by side. Tune in to explore how HR can lead the way in building a future-ready, AI-enabled workplace.

Ep 056 - Building Strong Culture and EVP in Today's Workplace

In this greytFM episode, Sulbha Rai, Chief People Officer at RenewBuy, unpacks what it truly takes to build strong culture and a differentiated Employee Value Proposition in today’s evolving workplace. As organisations navigate post-pandemic shifts, hybrid models, rapid skill transformation, and AI-led change, culture is no longer a vague concept — it is a strategic lever and competitive advantage. Sulbha shares practical insights on moving beyond generic EVP statements to build authentic, experience-driven frameworks that employees genuinely believe in. While AI may act as an enabler in shaping systems and scale, people ultimately build culture — through trust, empathy, conversations, and everyday leadership behaviour. From closing the gap between policy and lived experience to measuring impact in meaningful ways, this episode explores how HR can lead culture-building efforts without losing the human core. Tune in for grounded, forward-looking insights on strengthening culture while keeping people at the centre of transformation.