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Brand value is not just „Marketing“. It is something very tangible. It‘s based on a clear vision of the future, differentiating capabilities, and highly skilled people who are able to execute against the brand promise. #people #vision #purpose #brand

Many people feel creativity has become stifled by middlemen and efficiencies—and it’s causing them to tune out. This presents a unique opportunity for brands and creators to take bold risks and avoid falling into the trap of "meh-diocrity": https://accntu.re/49wtpso #AccentureLifeTrends

Retail brands are increasingly leveraging DEI as a competitive advantage. Companies like Shiseido are leading the charge in fostering diverse and inclusive cultures. MAHA empowers brands with the tools to assess and drive meaningful DEI initiatives across all sectors.

Had a great conversation with Kim Scott where we explored the challenges manufacturing industry faces in attracting Gen Z talent and why traditional recruitment methods are falling short. We looked at innovative strategies such as the formation and use of 'Shadow Boards', and structured 'Reverse Mentoring' which give Gen Z a voice in strategic decisions, making a more inclusive workplace to draw top talent. Mahindra and Mahindra's "Voice of Young", Godrej's (YEB) - Young Executive Board, Patagonia's 'Stakeholder Council', Danone's 'Sustainable Council', Gucci's "Shadow Committee and Accor Hotel's implementation of 'Accor Pass' initiative are examples of how firms who have implemented this successfully. To learn more watch the full episode below https://lnkd.in/dDFiAch3 Kim Scott #genz #multigenworkforce

What does it take to thrive in a world that never stops evolving? Yesterday, I had the privilege of joining an inspiring ISDI roundtable with professionals from L'Oréal, McKinsey & Company, Amazon, and Decathlon . It was an opportunity to gain real-world insights from experts who lead with purpose, adapt to challenges, and inspire innovation every day: 👉 Lucía Senra (Business Development & Revenue Growth (RGM) at L’Oréal): How versatility and a mindset for growth can drive your career forward. 👉 Belén Guerra Bautista (Jr. Associate at McKinsey): The art of turning pressure into progress. 👉 David Zhou Lin (Account Manager at Amazon): Networking isn’t just a tool—it’s a strategy. 👉 Gonzalo Lafora Bueno (Customer Journey Manager at Decathlon): Balancing creativity and data to shape exceptional customer experiences. Thank you to Sandra de Soto and Elitsa Doncheva for creating opportunities at ISDI where we not only connect with great minds but also learn how to align our strengths with the needs of today’s most innovative companies. 🌍

Tata Consumer Products has appointed Rajesh Gopal as its new Global Chief Digital Officer (CDO), reinforcing its commitment to digital transformation and innovation. With extensive experience in technology leadership and digital acceleration, Rajesh Gopal previously served as Chief Information Officer – APAC at Kimberly-Clark, where he played a key role in driving digital-first strategies. His career spans leadership positions at Unilever, L’Oréal, ITC Limited, and i2 Technologies, where he led e-commerce expansion, digital innovation, and business transformation initiatives. As Global CDO, he will spearhead Tata Consumer’s digital strategy, data-driven growth, and technology adoption, ensuring seamless digital integration across operations. His expertise in leveraging emerging technologies, AI-driven insights, and omnichannel experiences will be pivotal in enhancing consumer engagement and business efficiency. With a strong focus on innovation and digital agility, Rajesh Gopal is set to lead Tata Consumer Products into a new era of tech-driven growth and transformation. #RajeshGopal #TataConsumerProducts #LeadershipChange #DigitalTransformation #TechLeadership #CDOAppointment #BusinessInnovation #EcommerceGrowth #DataDrivenDecisions #AI #AIinBusiness #FutureOfConsumerBrands #TechNews #Technology #Innovation #AppointmentNews 

𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐬: 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐇𝐞𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐥’𝐬 𝐃𝐄𝐈 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 I had the privilege of conducting a dynamic training session for Henkel Adhesive Technologies DEI Council, focusing on unconscious bias, microaggressions, and strategies to foster a truly inclusive workplace. The session also tied into their ambitious Vision 2025, highlighting how DEI can be a powerful driver of growth and innovation. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐁𝐢𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐠𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: We explored how these subtle behaviors impact workplace culture and strategies to address them effectively. 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: The council engaged in discussions around building stronger teams and driving a shared vision for DEI. 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐬, 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐨 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 2025: Henkel’s progress in fostering a Speak Up culture is commendable and forms a solid foundation for future initiatives. The DEI council has been doing a great job and has gone from strength to stregth. The vision boarding activity led to passionate discussions and as we discussed the strengths, opportunities, threats, and areas for improvement, it became clear that the team is ready to take bold steps to break barriers and achieve their DEI goals. 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝: Henkel’s DEI Council is committed to turning insights into action. With their collaborative mindset and dedication to inclusivity, they’re well on their way to realizing Vision 2025 and beyond. It was truly inspiring to work with such a passionate team. A big thank you to Henkel for their commitment to creating workplaces where everyone belongs. SHRUTI Mali Navjot Mehra Aditya Ahuja Suman Kakkar Bappa Bandyopadhyay Priyanka Kadam Priyanka Sinha Rupendra Singh Monika Jaiswal Rashmi Adinjara Madhuri Patil Deepika Bavishi #DEIB #Inclusion #UnconsciousBias #Vision2025 #SpeakUpCulture

Leadership Paradox: Executive Isolation's Toll on Relationships—Fortunate Are Those Who Reconnect While Someone Awaits As conversations around work-life balance become increasingly critical, the pressures faced by CEOs often reveal a deeper concern about personal relationships. Recently, Nicky Sparshoot emphasized the need to prioritize emotional connections and nurture relationships outside of the corporate sphere. Her insights resonate particularly in light of the alarming trends we see among leadership: extremely high divorce rates, restless characters driven by ambition, and individuals who often advocate for their egos over their responsibilities to those around them. In this context, the choice of a CEO to take a break and reconnect with family and friends highlights an important paradox. While it is undoubtedly crucial for leaders to recharge and cultivate personal bonds, the expectation for them to be present 24/7 for consumers, direct reports, and stakeholders raises questions about the sustainability of such demanding roles. If a highly successful leader finds it necessary to step back for self-care, what does this reveal about the underlying corporate culture and the pressures placed on executives? This dynamic not only impacts personal relationships—often leading to significant challenges such as high divorce rates—but also creates an environment where emotional disconnection can seep into the organization as a whole. The balance between personal well-being and professional commitment remains a critical discussion as the demands of leadership continue to evolve. To that end, I pose a golden question to leaders around the globe: How do you intentionally foster emotional connections in your personal and professional life, and what actions are you taking to ensure that these connections thrive amidst the demands of leadership?

🤝 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 🤝 At Beiersdorf, 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗲 𝗱𝗼. Especially in digital transformation, trust is crucial:   • It fuels 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 💬 • It empowers teams to 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲 📚 • It encourages 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺-𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 💡   When we trust each other, we create an environment where challenges are met with shared determination and we achieve outstanding results 🏆.   𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲, 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 ⏳. Trusting our colleagues and team members strengthens our connections, builds resilience, and allows us to work together more effectively. It enables us to adapt, stay resilient, and work as one united team, facing every challenge with confidence and commitment 🔥.   #Trust #DigitalTransformation #Teamwork #Collaboration