Find Ways To Hire Rather Than Reject ft. Sachi Krishana - CHRO, Vymo

How He Negotiated 100% Salary Hike? ft. Richa Chauhan Shaadi.com | The Weekday Show

Join Amit Singh, host of the Weekday Show and CEO of Weekday, as he interviews Richa Chauhan, Director of Talent Acquisition at Shaadi.com. With over 15 years of experience in HR, Richa shares her insights on market research for job evaluation, strategic salary negotiations, and the importance of candidate enthusiasm in the hiring process. The episode covers effective interview strategies, the role of AI in recruitment, and tips for candidates to enhance their job-seeking journey. Tune in to learn from a seasoned HR professional and improve your chances of landing the perfect job. 00:00 Introduction and Market Study Anecdote 00:53 Welcome to the Weekday Show 01:47 Rapid Fire Questions with Richa Chauhan 02:55 Insights on Interview Questions 10:07 Salary Negotiation Tips 13:38 Expressing Enthusiasm in Job Applications 15:29 Richa Chauhan's HR Journey 18:46 Effective Job Application Strategies 31:07 AI Screening and Resume Tips 33:42 Final Advice for Job Seekers and Recruiters 36:42 Conclusion and Weekday Platform Benefits

Best Way To Answer “TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF” ft. Sumit Premi | The Weekday Show

Join Amit Singh, founder and CEO of Weekday, as he sits down with Sumit Premi, Director of Talent Acquisition at Flipkart, for an in-depth discussion on effective interviewing strategies, memorable candidate experiences, and actionable insights into the hiring process. Discover the importance of storytelling in interviews, best practices for salary negotiation, and the art of 'seeding' in your responses. Whether you're a job seeker or a recruiter, this episode of The Weekday Show is packed with valuable advice to supercharge your hiring game. 02:12 Hire or Pass 02:15 The best answer to "Do you have any questions for me?" 03:52 The worst answer to "Do you have any questions for me? 04:45 The best salary negotiation conversation 08:29 The best answer to “Tell me about yourself” 09:16 The line between overconfidence and confidence 09:56 The worst answer to “Tell me about yourself” 10:37 More on Seeding 12:04 Favorite interview question to ask 14:35 An unforgettable interview moment 16:50 The most inappropriate thing a candidate has ever said or done 18:03 Deep Dive 18:06 Sumit's journey 24:39 Advice for young recruiters 27:16 How exactly does talent acquisition work?33:59 How to increase your chances of getting noticed? 38:11 Advice for job applicants

Find Ways To Hire Rather Than Reject ft. Sachi Krishana - CHRO, Vymo

In this episode of The Weekday Show, Amit Singh, Founder and CEO of Weekday, sits down with Sachi Krishana, CHRO of Vymo. Together, they explore effective hiring practices, the impact of organizational culture, and the nuances of leadership. Sachi shares her invaluable experiences from her extensive career at AWS and Wipro, discusses high-stakes hiring, the importance of candidate potential, and her strategic approach to recruitment. This insightful conversation is packed with actionable advice for both job seekers and HR professionals. 01:23 Meet Our Guest: Sachi Krishna 01:42 Episode Structure and Rapid Fire Round 02:20 Memorable Interview Moments 07:54 Hiring for Potential and Gut Instincts 11:16 Red Flags and Overrated Questions 16:59 Hire or Pass: Evaluating Candidates 21:38 Effective Salary Negotiation Strategies 26:11 Deep Dive: Sachi Krishna's Journey into HR 28:30 Choosing the Right Institution and Environment 28:46 Journey at Wipro: 14 Years of Growth and Learning 32:21 The Impact of Company Growth on Career Longevity 32:55 Transition to Amazon: Cultivating Culture at Scale 40:13 Joining Waymo: Startup Challenges and Learning 41:46 Hiring Process at Vymo: Behind the Scenes 49:53 Retention and Loyalty in the Tech Industry 52:26 Advice for Early Career HR Professionals 55:34 Final Thoughts and Job Application Tips

I Would Safely Put a Bet on a 90th percentile Non-IITian ft. Vineet Aswani | The Weekday Show

Join host Raghav on The Weekday Show as he explores talent acquisition and development with industry expert Vineet Aswani, head of learning at Colt Technology Services. Dive into the nuances of hiring practices, building a life mission statement, and harnessing curiosity for career growth. Vineeth shares key learnings from his 25-year career, emphasizing inclusivity, learnability, and performance. In this episode, you'll also gain tips from Vinit on crafting effective resumes, preparing for interviews, and navigating the evolving landscape of HR. Packed with actionable advice for job seekers and recruitment leaders, this episode is a must-watch for anyone looking to advance their career or excel in talent management. 00:00 Opener 01:47 Introduction of Today's Guest: Vineet 03:15 Rapid Fire Segment Begins 03:23 The Importance of Authenticity in Interviews 05:34 Curiosity and Learnability in Job Seekers 09:46 The Role of Purpose in Life and Career 12:35 Inclusion in Talent Acquisition and L&D 19:18 Coachability vs. Ability in Interviews 28:09 Hire or Pass Segment Begins 28:23 Scenario 1: The Scholar 30:22 Scenario 2: The Test Taker 33:09 Scenario 3: The Late Bloomer 38:03 Scenario 4: The Early Bird 42:21 Scenario 5: The Silent Achiever 45:52 Scenario 6: The Referee's Concern 48:42 Boost Your Job Chances with Weekday 49:38 Streamlining Job Applications 50:10 Vineet's Career Journey: From Sales to HR 50:58 The Importance of Risk and Trust in Career Transitions 55:20 Motivation Behind the Shift to HR 01:00:55 Evolving Talent Acquisition Strategies 01:08:55 Balancing In-House and Outsourced Hiring 01:17:15 Colt Technologies: An Overview 01:22:16 Tips for Job Seekers at Colt Technologies 01:34:10 Advice for Early Career Professionals and HR Enthusiasts 01:38:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Controversy on Linkedin? HRs might be watching you ft. Pallav Bhattacharya | The Weekday Show

Join host Amit Singh, founder and CEO of Weekday, as he delves into the intricacies of recruitment with Pallav Bhattacharya, AVP of HR at HSBC, on the inaugural episode of The Weekday Show. Learn about effective resume writing, interview red flags, balancing humor in interviews, and the importance of diverse experiences in career development. Pallav shares real-life hiring scenarios and offers valuable advice for early career HR professionals and job seekers. Don't miss these actionable insights from a seasoned HR leader with over two decades of experience. 02:02 Rapid Fire 02:07 A hire that still stands out 07:37 A strong candidate bombing on a simple question 09:34 Importance of resumes after screening 12:59 Biggest interview red flag 14:27 Favorite interview question 16:19 Hire or pass 28:24 Deep dive 28:32 Pallav’s journey 32:58 Pallav’s stance on job hopping 35:00 A generalist vs a specialist 37:31 Different areas within HR 44:24 Advice for the younger recruiters and for the job applicants