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**** Union Budget: A Human Capital Perspective **** India’s growth narrative of 'Amrit Kaal' and the vision of a developed nation by 2047 is centered on our demographic dividend. This year’s budget announcement, with a significant investment of Rs two trillion in our nation’s human capital, is a pivotal step forward. Key Highlights: 1. Investment in Human Capital: With a focus on skilling, educational loans, and internships, the budget aims to equip our workforce with the necessary skills to meet future challenges. 2. Empowering Women: Increased participation of women in the workforce is a major goal, promoting gender equality and inclusive growth. 3. Technology Sector Boost: The infusion of fresh talent through various programs will significantly benefit the technology sector, driving innovation and productivity. 4. Policy Continuity: The government’s continued emphasis on digital public infrastructure (DPI) is commendable. Sustained fiscal support for DPI programs across sectors like agriculture, credit, e-commerce, education, and health is expected to foster growth and innovation. Taggd   #Budget2024 #Skilling #JobCreation #Empowerment

#### India's Fintech Revolution: Bridging Talent Gaps for a Smarter Future#### India's fintech landscape is booming with an impressive $3.7 billion in funding in 2021, driving a massive demand for experts in cybersecurity, data analytics, and customer experience. This growth is reshaping the BFSI sector, making it crucial to connect with top-tier talent. Fintech boom: India’s fintech funding soared to a jaw-dropping $3.7 billion in 2021, highlighting the rising demand for experts in cybersecurity, data analytics, and customer experience. The demand for these skills is hotter than a freshly brewed chai. Moreover, the pandemic has nudged us all towards remote work, and thus 68% of BFSI companies plan to continue remote or hybrid arrangements. Our adaptable professionals thrive in virtual environments, ensuring seamless transitions and productivity. In parallel, initiatives like Jan Dhan Yojana, UPI, and financial literacy programs are reshaping the landscape. We scout talent skilled in microfinance, digital banking, and financial inclusion outreach, ensuring that financial services reach every corner of India. So why an RPO? Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) efficiently bridges the talent gap by leveraging data-driven insights to analyze trends and skill gaps, offering targeted recruitment solutions essential for the BFSI industry amidst digitization and automation. Our agile recruitment process adapts swiftly to industry shifts, addressing the evolving needs of the BFSI and fintech sectors. With a strong commitment to diversity, we source talent from diverse backgrounds, enriching workplaces with varied perspectives. Additionally, the scalable solutions ensure that whether you need a few experts or an entire team, we meet your demands, providing the right talent at the right time. Devashish Sharma | Vishal Bhardwaj | Kamakshi Pant | Anshuman Srivastava | @viveksethi | Nizar Ali Hamid | Amit Jain Taggd #Fintech #BFSI #TalentAcquisition #RPO #Innovation #FinancialInclusion 

When Starbucks defined their cafe as #TheThirdPlace, first being #home and second being #workplace, they had extended/ picked this concept from a 1989 book, The Great Good Place, by sociologist Ray Oldenberg. Happy to share that I completed 5 years at my second place - Taggd What a journey it has been. Thank you everyone, thank you Taggd. Looking forward to more exciting times ahead… Throwback pic of 2019 :-)

................................................................................................................................ Building a Stronger Workforce: The Power of Partnership in DEI ................................................................................................................................   The Indian talent landscape is brimming with potential, but are you tapping into its full potential?  Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) isn't just a buzzword, it's a strategic imperative.   That's where recruitment partners come in as powerful allies. They can help you build a more inclusive workforce by: 1. Expanding Your Reach:  The vast network connects businesses with a wider range of qualified candidates, ensuring a diverse talent pool for your open positions. 2. Inclusive Practices:  They guide organizations in crafting unbiased job descriptions, conducting fair interviews, and implementing equitable evaluation processes. 3. Data-Driven Strategies:  Together, they define businesses DEI goals, identify areas for improvement, and develop targeted recruitment strategies for measurable results. At Taggd believe in empowering your team for long-term success. We can help by: Building Internal Expertise:  Through ongoing support and resources, Taggd ensure your hiring managers have the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions throughout the recruitment process. Continuous Collaboration:  Data-driven insights inform continuous refinement of businesses DEI strategy, ensures alignment with evolving business needs. Ready to unlock the true potential of your workforce? Let's connect and discuss how we can help you build a more inclusive future! Devashish Sharma Vishal Bhardwaj Anshuman Srivastava Kamakshi Pant Nizar Ali Hamid Vivek Sethi Amit Jain #DEI #Recruitment #RPO #TalentAcquisition #India #FutureofWork

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Happy to share that I completed my 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠. 𝐈𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 from Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management Executive Education.   It was great to learn new age marketing lessons around Agile Mktg, Marketing Automation and Tech, Ethnography, Influencer Mktg, Creative Brief, Customer Insights, Brand Design & Touchpoints and host of other new age concepts. I did develop an understanding around this rapidly changing new world, powered by tech and insights.   Thank you, Profs... Gina Fong Jonathan Copulsky, Mohanbir Sawhney, Derek Rucker, Tim Calkins, Nick Caffentzis, Florian Zettelmeyer, Nicholas Pearce, Kevin McTigue, Julie Hennessy........ Gratitude, for the insightful sessions, talks and examples.   Thank you Deep Kakkad, for being the enabler and the catalyst around the learnings.   Benchmates, ahem! Rituraj ., Kavitha Vijeyavelan, Kavitha Alexis, Shweta Thekkan, Mahtaab Kajla, Nitin Bahl... thank you for the numerous discussions and those deliberations.   Yes, I did go through a system update 😊, the earlier version of mine - I picked up in a B School Class, some 20 years back!

***AI and Empathy for Better Hires*** The recruitment landscape is evolving rapidly, with AI playing an increasingly pivotal role. However, while AI excels at screening resumes for skills and qualifications, it falls short in assessing the human elements that truly make a successful hire. At Taggd, we understand the critical importance of maintaining a human-centric approach and how to leverage AI to enhance, rather than replace, human interaction. Hiring managers face two primary challenges in the recruitment process:   1. Inefficient screening and 2. inconsistent candidate experiences. Manually sifting through countless resumes consumes valuable time, and it's easy for qualified candidates to slip through the cracks. Moreover, a negative interview experience can deter 83% of candidates from accepting a role, according to LinkedIn. Conversely, Glassdoor notes that a positive experience is pivotal for 58% of job seekers when deciding to join a company. Furthermore, LinkedIn reports that investing in a strong candidate experience can boost offer acceptance rates by up to 67%. Taggd Platform Solution is a Hybrid Recruitment Model that combines AI-powered efficiency with human intuition. This approach allows for faster initial resume screening by AI, freeing up recruiters to focus on the most qualified candidates. Personalized communication and active listening throughout the process demonstrate to candidates that they are valued, enhancing their overall experience. Crucially, this model also enables hiring managers to assess the most critical factors—soft skills, cultural fit, and potential—through in-person interactions.  The human touch remains irreplaceable in Taggd Platform in building meaningful connections with potential hires. By strategically embracing technology, we can create a recruitment process that is not only efficient but also compassionate, fostering lasting relationships. This balanced approach ensures that we can meet the challenges of modern recruitment while maintaining the personal connections that make for truly successful hires. Devashish Sharma | Vivek Sethi | Kamakshi Pant | Vishal Bhardwaj | Anshuman Srivastava | Amit Jain #highimpacthiring #taggdplatform #AIinRecruitment #recruitment #openai #generativeai

India Inc prioritizes diversity, but a growing segment (UN estimates 1.4 billion people over 60 by 2030) faces age bias. How can companies address this and tap into valuable experience? Do share your thoughts by participating in this poll. All we know, this poll would be relevant to over 11% of the participants! Taggd #diversityhiring #ageingpopulation #interegenrationalworkforce #remotejobs #remoteworkforce