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And... that's a wrap. 🎬

From the opening scene to the final applause, #SHRMUnConference26 had everything you'd expect from a blockbuster.

A houseful audience.
Powerful performances.
Conversations that stayed with us.
And memories we'll carry long after the credits roll.

Thank you for being part of our #BlockbusterOfWork.

Until the next premiere.

@AchalKhanna1

[SHRM India @SHRMindia]

No better way to wrap up #SHRMUnConference than with a conversation that asked us to rethink... everything.

In UNBOXED: Conversations Beyond Labels, Kalki Koechlin and Raj Nayak is reminding us that curiosity beats judgement, authenticity beats stereotypes, and every label tells only part of the story.

The perfect full stop to an unforgettable two days.

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Is job hopping becoming the new normal?

That was the conversation everyone wanted to be part of at 5 Jobs in 10 Years: Chaos or Career Capital? at #SHRM_UnConference.

Pranjal Sharma, Suresh Anubolu, and Pragya Singh explored what really drives career moves today and whether changing jobs more often is helping professionals grow or creating new challenges.

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From every challenge to every cheer, AI Geeks stayed one step ahead.

Congratulations to our #SHRMUnConference winners for bringing the perfect mix of teamwork, enthusiasm and competitive spirit.

A well-deserved victory! 🏆

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Everywhere you look, something's happening.

A conversation over coffee.
A new connection in the networking lounge.
A crowd gathered around an Expo booth.

Safe to say, the energy at #SHRMUnConference hasn't slowed down for a second.

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After his Lighthouse Talk on Day 2, Kapil Gupta, CEO, Solh Wellness, took the conversation a step further with an interactive workshop that asked a compelling question:

Can AI see stress before we do?

At #SHRMUnConference, the conversation wasn't about replacing people with technology. It was about using technology to notice sooner, intervene earlier, and support people better.

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@AchalKhanna1

[SHRM India @SHRMindia]

Today at #SHRMUnConference, @AchalKhanna1 and Nishith Upadhyaya unveiled the HR Excellence Winners Case Study Book - a collection of stories, strategies and breakthrough ideas from organisations that are redefining excellence in HR.

Because the best innovations aren't meant to stay on stage. They're meant to be shared.

Download the case study: https://t.co/zRc5JNf9aZ

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Every insight becomes meaningful only when it's practised.

After setting the tone for Day 2, Sapan Shrimal, Director, Mindfulness Index (MEx), returned with a workshop that moved beyond reflection and into action.

Because leadership isn't built in moments of inspiration.

It's built through moments of intention.

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@AchalKhanna1

[SHRM India @SHRMindia]

We put Pavithra Singh, CPO and VP of of PepsiCo India and South Asia in the hot seat.

The questions? Unexpected.
The answers? Even better.
Hit play. 🎥

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@AchalKhanna1

[SHRM India @SHRMindia]

The best leaders leave more than results behind.

They leave trust.
They leave confidence.

They leave people better than they found them.

At #SHRMUnConference, Prasad G V, Co-Chairman & Managing Director, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, reflected on the values that shape meaningful leadership and enduring relationships at work.

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Let's just say...

No one's walking through the Expo in a hurry.

Too many interesting conversations.
Too many innovative ideas.
Too many reasons to stop and explore.

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[SHRM India @SHRMindia]

Some questions deserve honest answers.
And some conversations deserve no script at all.

UNTHEMED: Ask Apsara was exactly that - a candid, thought-provoking conversation where Apsara Reddy answered questions with honesty, humour and perspective.

The audience asked.
Apsara answered.
And everyone walked away with something to think about.

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@AchalKhanna1

[SHRM India @SHRMindia]

Every blockbuster has an intermission.

Ours comes with games, laughter, friendly rivalries and conversations that continue long after the final whistle.

And yes, everyone's invited.

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@AchalKhanna1

[SHRM India @SHRMindia]

The next generation isn't waiting for a seat at the table.
They're already shaping the conversation.

In UNCOMPROMISE, Prasiddhi Singh brought a bold Gen Alpha perspective that challenged leaders to look beyond immediate outcomes and think about the legacy their decisions will create.

What stayed with us:

• Think beyond the next quarter.
• Build with future generations in mind.
• Measure impact beyond metrics.

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@AchalKhanna1

[SHRM India @SHRMindia]

Every great story begins with someone willing to tell it.

In The Art of Storytelling, Monika Tandon, Business Storytelling Coach & Founder, Katha Pachisi – The Story Bank, transformed the room into a stage where every participant became a storyteller.

Through immersive activities, shared laughter and stories that came alive in the moment, this wasn't just a workshop - it was storytelling in action.

🎬 And what a story it turned out to be.

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[SHRM India @SHRMindia]

A signature is more than a name.

It's a reflection of intent.
Of consistency.
Of character.

In this Lighthouse Talk at #SHRMUnConference, Sharmila N., Calligraphy Artist, Educator & Handwriting Mentor; Sudheer Kumar Baride and Kavitha J. explored how every choice we make as leaders leaves a mark, much like every stroke shapes a signature.

Ideas that stayed with us
• Leadership is built with intention.
• Consistency creates credibility.
• Every action leaves an impression.

@AchalKhanna1

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Can storytelling be learnt?

This workshop proved that it can.

At #SHRMUnConference, Monika Tandon, Business Storytelling Coach & Founder, Katha Pachisi – The Story Bank, took participants through the building blocks of business storytelling, helping them discover how emotion, voice, and presence can transform everyday communication into meaningful leadership conversations.

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Not all dragons breathe fire.
Some breathe spreadsheets, dashboards, and endless reports.

In The Maze Story: Tame the Data Dragon, Rohan Sylvester, Dr. Shilpa Kabra Maheshwari, Lalit Kumar and Swarna Annapureddy reminded us that data isn't the goal - better decisions are.

From cutting through information overload to asking the right business questions, the session was a masterclass in turning insights into action.

Because clarity will always outperform complexity.

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