Episodes

  • Ep65 | S04 Ep10: HR Equity vs Equality: Rethinking Fair HR in 2026
    Apr 3 2026


    Is treating everyone the same really fair?


    In this powerful episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast, Ankur Jain, Head of HR at Mosaic Wellness, breaks down the real difference between HR equity vs equality and why most organizations are still stuck in sameness disguised as fairness.

    As AI reshapes productivity and performance gaps widen, equal increments and uniform growth paths may no longer work. Ankur shares how leaders can build Equity in HR practices without losing trust, and why Fair performance management in HR must evolve beyond tenure-based promotions and standardized rewards.

    This episode explores:

    • Why equality feels safe but limits performance
    • How to design differentiated yet transparent HR systems
    • The leadership courage required to reward impact, not comfort
    • What equity means in a high-performance, AI-enabled workplace

    If you’re an HR leader navigating compensation cycles, performance reviews, or culture transformation in 2026, this conversation is for you.

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    42 mins
  • Ep 64 | S04 Ep 09: HR Tech Problem… or Mindset Problem?
    Mar 25 2026

    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 Ravi Kumar, Group CHRO at Puravankara Limited, to unpack what strategic HR leadership really looks like behind the scenes.


    From the mentors who nudged him into human resources to the lessons learned through crises, cultural complexity, and business transformation, Ravi shares the experiences that shaped his leadership philosophy.

    Along the way, he breaks down why curiosity might be HR’s most underrated skill, why resilience is something you build (not something you’re born with), and why HR technology only works when the mindset behind it is right.

    You’ll also hear about his favorite framework for HR teams, the ECG mindset:
    Entrepreneurial. Collaborative. Growth-oriented.

    Yes, like the heart test.
    Because if your HR function is alive and kicking, it should probably show on the monitor.

    In this episode:

    • How Ravi Kumar’s HR leadership journey really began
    • Why understanding business strategy is non-negotiable for HR leaders
    • Lessons on leadership resilience during crises and downturns
    • Navigating global culture and cross-cultural leadership
    • Why HR tech should remove work, not create more of it
    • How asking better questions leads to better HR strategy and decision-making

    If you're an HR professional, CHRO, people leader, or someone curious about the future of HR, this conversation offers practical insights into building stronger people strategy, workplace culture, and leadership capability.


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    31 mins
  • Ep63 | S04 Ep08: How Gen AI in HR is improving HR strategy 2026?
    Mar 19 2026


    HR isn’t just hiring anymore; its strategy, empathy, data, and yes, Generative AI in HR.

    In this episode, Ashish Mittal (Group CHRO, Sreenidhi Institute of Science and Technology) breaks down what modern HR leadership really demands in 2026.


    From owning your growth to designing meaningful employee experience, this conversation covers:


    • Why HR leadership starts with self-development
    • How to balance empathy with hard metrics
    • The real impact of Generative AI in HR
    • Building EVP that works (not just sounds good)
    • Why your network is your net worth

    If you’re serious about the future of talent management, this one’s worth your 27 minutes.

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    27 mins
  • Ep 62 | S04 Ep07: 5 Workforce Shifts That Matter In the Age of AI
    Mar 6 2026


    Workforce plans fail when reality changes faster than spreadsheets.
    In this episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast, Renu Ganotra explains how HR leaders can build workforce strategies that stay relevant in uncertain times.


    This conversation explores why planning for optionality, not stability, is the new advantage and how AI can support decisions without replacing human judgment.


    What you’ll learn from this episode:

    • Why rigid workforce plans break the moment uncertainty hits
    • How designing for optionality makes teams faster and calmer
    • Why cross-skilling beats deep specialization in volatile markets
    • Where AI truly adds value in workforce planning
    • Why empathy, trust, and judgment must stay human-led
    • How internal mobility strengthens resilience and retention

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    18 mins
  • Ep 61 | S04 Ep06: Predictive Analytics: Stop HR Firefighting Early
    Feb 25 2026

    Predictive analytics won’t predict the future. But it can stop HR from firefighting every month.

    In this episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast, Pulkit Joshi sits down with Mahendran Dilli, EVP (People & Talent) at Indium, to break a big myth: analytics isn’t about fancy dashboards; it’s about acting early.


    Tune in to learn:
    - Why HR predictive analytics often fails
    - How workforce planning goes wrong (even with data)
    - Why complexity feels safe but courage creates impact
    - How to blend data with human judgment without fear


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    28 mins
  • Ep60 | S04 Ep05: How AI Is Helping HR Make Better Decisions
    Feb 13 2026


    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 from real impact
    • What to automate vs. what to keep human
    • Governance guardrails for AI in hiring and performance
    • Why consumer-grade usability now defines great HR tech
    • Strategies to future-proof your HR tech investments

    A crisp, practical guide for HR leaders who want clarity, confidence, and smarter decisions in the ever-evolving HR tech landscape.

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    38 mins
  • Ep 59 | S04 Ep04: Roles or Skills? What Breaks Organizations?
    Jan 28 2026

    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 episode of The CHRO Mindset Podcast. Why?


    Roles are changing quietly. Skills are the real currency of work. If you want teams that thrive, HR leaders need adaptable, future-ready talent, yesterday, not tomorrow.

    Once you are done watching this episode, you’ll be able to know:

    • Why role-based hiring kills adaptability
    • The critical skills that prevent talent misfits
    • How to redeploy, reskill, and future-proof your workforce
    • How to build skill-led teams that last

    Now press play and start building skills that actually matter.

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    35 mins
  • E58 | S04Ep03: Is HR Built for Hypergrowth? | Bhavya Sharma, Senior Director (HR), Zepto | The CHRO Mindset
    Jan 15 2026

    What makes some HRs fail at managing their culture during organizational growth?

    Is it ignoring inter-team communication, normalizing weak leadership from managers, or overlooking the lack of clarity in employees’ roles?

    If you are curious to find out, then listen to Bhavya Sharma, Senior Director (HR) at Zepto, revealing it all for you.

    In this episode, you’ll be able to learn:

    • How to create processes that are sophisticated yet bring revenue also.
    • How to identify signals when your company is starting to outstretch
    • How to maintain strong company communication that’s unbreakable under pressure

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    24 mins