When you Get to Lead or Manage People, you Need to Listen to What They are Thinking

Yogesh Kumar, General Manager – Corporate HR, Uniparts India Ltd. speaks to India Employer Forum about technology impacting business and workforce, people management and more.

He said, “When anyone gets this kind of opportunity to lead the people or manage people, which is a very critical aspect of people management, one needs to listen to what people are thinking about. They sometimes have fear and negativity in their mind, and they need to help them relax. Say, don’t worry I’m with you and I understand your needs and wants. Being a leader or first-time manager, one needs to understand what the goal is; to know every team member and align their individual goals with the company’s values, so that there is a good feeling among the team members that my leader is talking about my personal goals. Hence, he will work on it and automatically people will start connecting with their leader.”

“Also, the leader has to focus on the job training, have a proper mechanism, see how and what team members are doing and focus on his reviewing progress, how he’s giving constructive actionable feedback for their further development. They need to think about how they can take every team member to the next level and develop them accordingly. Give them some specific project or assignment, do benchmarking and also think about their career aspirations and accordingly give them roles and responsibilities. My Philosophy is that I always believe that my success depends on the success of my people. I cannot be successful in isolation.

Watch the full interview: In Conversation with Yogesh Kumar, General Manager – Corporate HR, Uniparts India Ltd.

About Yogesh Kumar

Yogesh Kumar brings over two decades of rich and diverse experience in Human Resources, marked by a profound understanding of multicultural dynamics and a proven track record of leadership in HR functions. Currently serving as the General Manager of Corporate HR, OD, and ER at Uniparts India Ltd. in Noida, Yogesh has demonstrated his commitment to staying at the forefront of HR innovation and development. His educational journey reflects a strong foundation in both traditional and contemporary HR practices, with qualifications ranging from an MBA in Human Resource Management & Marketing to specialised programs in Digital HR Transformation and AI Analytics from prestigious institutions like XLRI, Jamshedpur. Yogesh’s professional repertoire includes pivotal roles as an HR Business Partner and various leadership positions, showcasing his ability to navigate complex organizational landscapes and drive impactful change.

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