Introduction In Sanatan Scriptures, Sukanya was the daughter of King Sharyati, son of Vaivasvata Manu, and later became the wife of the great sage Chyavana. The sage had spent so many years in deep meditation that his body was covered by an anthill and a bird’s nest had formed over him. One day, the young and curious Sukanya noticed two shining objects inside the nest. Unaware that they were the sage’s eyes, she playfully poked at them, causing him to lose his sight. Enraged by this act, Chyavana cursed the kingdom, but Sukanya’s father pacified him by offering his daughter’s hand in marriage. Despite Chyavana’s old age and blindness, Sukanya accepted her role as his wife and devotedly cared for him with cheerfulness and loyalty. One day, the celestial physicians of the gods, the Ashwini Kumaras—twin brothers renowned for their beauty and healing powers—saw Sukanya and were struck by her radiant charm. Believing her beauty was better suited for heaven, they asked her to abandon her hus...
Introduction Traditional performance appraisal methods face unprecedented challenges in the rapidly evolving Information Age. The traditional approach, with its annual reviews and hierarchical structures, is no longer effective in a dynamic work environment driven by technology and innovation. To succeed in this era, organizations must adopt a modern performance appraisal system that aligns with the needs of the Information Age. The purpose of this blog is to explore the key elements of an effective performance appraisal for the Information Age and how it can encourage growth, engagement, and continuous improvement. 5 Key Elements of an Effective Performance Appraisal 1. Real-time Feedback and Continuous Evaluation In the Information Age, the pace of work is faster than ever. Employees need timely feedback to course-correct and improve their performance continuously. Annual or bi-annual appraisals often fail to address real-time challenges, leading to delayed improvements and missed op...