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Welcome to the Daily Rundown! These are the top news stories for Friday, October 11 —  What's stalling EV sales, Gen Z values job satisfaction over pay, and more. 1️⃣ Electric car sales hit speed bump: The sale of electric vehicles (EVs) in India declined by 8% year-on-year in the September quarter, data from the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations shows. Lack of charging facilities and high initial costs are some factors causing this dip. A robust charging infrastructure is key to driving widespread adoption of EVs, says Sanjay Vashishtha. Here’s why. https://lnkd.in/eBZRV4ne 2️⃣ Legal industry reimagines promotions: Law firms such as Indus Law and Khaitan & Co are increasingly elevating young talent to senior-level partner roles. This is  to stem high attrition rates and influence a change in workplace culture. Nishant Bhaskar shares how this “traditionally conservative industry” can build a culture of innovation.  https://lnkd.in/exPHtJ2X 3️⃣ India Inc’s CSR scope widens: Companies are now allocating more funds to segments like art, culture, and animal welfare as part of their corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, a study by the Corporate Affairs Ministry reveals. Experts say this move helps firms drive more social change. Raghu Vamsi K. explains how CSR programmes across India are evolving.  https://lnkd.in/ehv6Jbph 4️⃣ Festive season sets off hiring spree: The ongoing festive season has sparked a surge in temporary hiring across industries such as retail, hospitality, e-commerce, and logistics, a study by staffing firm NLB Services shows. The roles in demand include customer service representatives, tech support specialists, and freelance designers. From job duration to churn rate, Divya Kurup , SHRM CP shares what’s shaping festive hiring.   https://lnkd.in/eZ662X_5 5️⃣ For Gen Z, it’s work-life balance over pay: Gen Z professionals in India are grappling with the fear of job loss, a survey by Unstop found. But they continue to place a high value on work-life balance and consider job satisfaction to be more important than salary. HR Manager Anuja Joshi explains how businesses can adapt to the unique needs of this segment of the workforce. https://lnkd.in/eUbaK8dU 💬 What’s your take on today’s stories? Share in the comments section. ✍️: Preethi Ramamoorthy 📷: Getty Images #DailyRundownIndia

Attrition rates among senior executives across various sectors surged by 15-20% in FY24 compared to the previous fiscal year, Amritha Pillay reports for Business Standard. At least six senior executives from top companies in sectors such as energy, commodities, and capital goods have resigned in the past month, reflecting a growing trend of executive exits. These departures include heads of finance, supply chain, business divisions, strategy, and logistics. Viswanath Ps (He / Him), MD and CEO of Randstad India, noted that the attrition is linked to the need for leaders who align with the evolving strategic goals of companies. “Given the macroeconomic landscape, companies are seeking leaders who can navigate challenges with fresh perspectives. The rapid integration of technology and artificial intelligence is also a contributing factor,” he says. Experts point out that growth in the energy and capital goods sectors has led to a talent churn. Among the CXO roles, Chief HR officers saw the highest churn, followed by sales heads, adds the report. Source: https://lnkd.in/gQnS-h3N ✍ : Novinston Lobo 📸 : Getty Images

Welcome to the Daily Rundown! These are the week’s top inspirational posts from LinkedIn members. 1️⃣ Have tough conversations with yourself  Reflecting on what truly matters can help one overcome self-doubt and foster growth. Lieutenant Commander Sanjay Venkatesh shares how he confronted his fears. https://lnkd.in/dBzW6jt9 2️⃣ Let go of perfectionism Is perfectionism holding you back? Happiness researcher Declan Edwards writes that fumbling on stage during a dance performance reminded him to focus on enjoying the experience rather than being perfect. https://lnkd.in/djf7EmnY 3️⃣ Ask better questions Parenting can teach us important life lessons. Founder Shu Yi Goh shares how asking the right questions can lead to breakthroughs. https://lnkd.in/dk4U5-Tn 4️⃣ Make mental health a priority People you work with may be struggling and aren’t sure how to cope. Performance coach Pollyanna Lenkic shares how she hid her postpartum depression from colleagues, who said she was “too good at hiding it”. https://lnkd.in/dVc7Fz6p 5️⃣ The choices we make matter “Not every battle needs to be fought," says CCO Chris Legaspi, who shares one of the most important lessons he's learned from turning 50. https://lnkd.in/dNFx_nRb 💡 Which of these posts resonated with you the most? Share your comments below. By Divya Pathak, Serla R., Brendan Wong, and Cathy Anderson.  📷: Getty Images #DailyRundownIndia

Welcome to the Daily Rundown! Here’s some career advice for the weekend — Making the most of weekends, How to build a strong network, and more. 1️⃣ Making weekends productive Entrepreneur Swaroop Panda's idea of productivity is to allocate more time towards personal development. And he applies this on weekends as well. Here’s how.  https://lnkd.in/g_Rd9JeP 2️⃣ Stuck no more: Overcoming a creative block Pressure to ideate and resorting to working in the same settings are recipes for a stagnated creative flow, communications professional Aayat Tramboo says. She shares how to break the pattern and reignite your imagination. https://lnkd.in/gaUwdTeD 3️⃣ Five days to rejuvenate All work and no play may steer you away from personal growth and mental wellbeing, Water Amigos’s Deepti Ingle says. Her suggestion? Apply for five personal leaves every month and dedicate each towards different self-care themes. https://lnkd.in/grc3ZFEs 4️⃣ Maximise your networking potential Build bridges, not walls, human resources executive Gaurvanshi Rajawat says, adding that fostering authentic professional relationships requires more than just a collection of business cards. Here’s how to up your networking game. https://lnkd.in/gYPi4v3W 5️⃣ Stay motivated, skill up!  Learning a new skill requires time, effort, and the right mindset, Dr Pooja says. But staying motivated throughout the process can be a challenge. Her suggestion? Set a routine and stick to it.  https://lnkd.in/grhX5TBC 💡 How to stay motivated while picking up on new skills? Share your thoughts below.  ✍️: Dipal Desai 📷: Getty Images #DailyRundownIndia

A strong operational backbone is what holds a business in place, not creative ideas, Fillburn’s co-founder Ekagr Rawat says. "Ideas can only take you so far. Without repeatable processes and scalable structures, your business will get stuck in a cycle of inefficiency," he says. What is crucial for business growth? Share your thoughts in the comments.

While brilliance is admired more, being reliable is what truly matters in life and work, says actor and investor Suniel Shetty. "Being dependable fosters trust and lasting relationships, making you indispensable over time—proving that consistency often outweighs talent," Shetty adds. How can one build reliability at work? Share your thoughts in the comments section.

In today’s News Wrap, we ask: How do you talk about your wins at work? Also in the News Wrap: Ashwin Damera shares how to embrace continuous learning. Dr Arpit Bansal suggests ways to deal with stress at work. Coach Samira Gupta - PCC-ICF, MGSCC, HOGAN, MBTI, Executive Presence shares how to talk about your professional wins. #EveningNewsWrap Source: https://lnkd.in/gMEYKu-7 https://lnkd.in/gTCRiYZy https://lnkd.in/gMN2xkVC ✍ : Novinston Lobo

What does it take to build a successful startup in India? This week we unveiled the LinkedIn Top Startups in five Indian cities – data-backed rankings of emerging companies that are innovating, growing fast, and recruiting top talent along the way. While direct-to-consumer retail startups like Open Secret and Pilgrim shine in Mumbai, fintech and tech-focused startups like StockGro and Sprinto take centre stage in Bengaluru’s list. As India’s startup ecosystem continues to grow and thrive, we’d like to know your take on what the most crucial factor in determining a company’s success is. Vote in the poll below, and check out the lists and join the conversation using #LinkedInTopStartups: Delhi-NCR: https://lnkd.in/ejSGaeVG Mumbai: https://lnkd.in/eMBQ3FED Bengaluru: https://lnkd.in/eUQh8MeV Pune: https://lnkd.in/ejbWNRmG Hyderabad: https://lnkd.in/gfMMn5Hb

The idea of working below your potential can feel unsatisfying, but it can be the key to ensuring you don't burnout, says LinkedIn Top Voice Soumen Das Roy. "Choose your work-habits consciously," he says, adding that we shouldn’t strive for maximum output every day. What's your approach to work-life balance? Share your thoughts in the comments section.

Brands are battling ad frauds that have emerged as a serious threat during the festive season, Sakina Kheriwala reports for Storyboard18. Popular brands are ramping up their digital marketing spends to capture consumer attention during festive seasons. However, this is also attracting fraudsters who take advantage of the increased online ad spends. What are the kinds of frauds that companies are dealing with? Phishing with duplicate websites, fake payment gateways, fraudulent app installs, hijacking brand promotions, invalid links on social media, brand impersonation, and counterfeit products. Dhiraj Gupta, co-founder and CTO at MfilterIt, says that festive season typically accounts for about 40% to 50% of most companies' annual media budgets. “Unique technology is essential to combat ad fraud effectively, as manual checks are often insufficient,” he says. Experts recommend a focus on transparency, better data analytics, and collaboration with reliable ad partners, the report adds. Source: https://lnkd.in/dtdEXfci ✍ : Novinston Lobo 📸 : Getty Images