In this episode of the People@Work podcast, hosted by Kamal Karanth, co-founder of specialist staffing firm Xpheno, we explore the dynamics of leadership and what happens when leadership changes occur. Kamal is joined by Prasanth Nair, Chief Human Resources Officer of Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals, to discuss the challenges new leaders face when stepping into established organisations. There's a tendency among some leaders to implement sweeping changes, which can destroy existing teams and disrupt the organisation. Prasanth shares valuable insights on how leaders can navigate periods of disruption and change while preserving the organisation’s core strengths. They explore the delicate balance between making necessary changes and respecting company culture, as well as the common pitfalls leaders encounter when rushing into action too quickly. Tune in for an engaging conversation on leadership, organisational culture, and the strategic decisions that shape the future of businesses in today’s turbulent world.

(Host: Kamal Karanth, Chitra Narayanan, Production: Siddharth Mathew Cherian)