Careers

Before we get into the topic for today’s mail, let’s take a quick minute to discuss who is eligible to become an independent director (ID).  Section 149(6) of the Companies…

Today, let us start by understanding the time when an independent director (ID) is required to be appointed.  Most public companies appoint independent directors ahead of their IPOs, or if…

After reading my previous emails, at this stage you are probably wondering whether you have enough experience to become an independent director. And why would anyone appoint you as such? …

To answer the question in the subject line: The biggest benefits are, of course, money, prestige, and fame. I’ll tell you more about each of these. But let us start…

Imagine that it’s November 2024. You are sitting in your first board meeting as an independent director in one of the top 100 companies listed on the BSE. The media…

How can HR managers, compliance professionals and entrepreneurs become Independent Directors (IDs) on the board of a company?  What exactly does an ID do? What are the eligibility criteria to…

Business disruptions or crises have historically been followed by a rise in fraudulent practices and corporate misgovernance. And Covid-19 has been the biggest business disruptor of our times.  A recent…

Some 14 years ago, India’s corporate sector was put to a severe test. In 2009, we saw the unveiling of the biggest scandal in corporate India’s history with the Satyam…

Many mid-career or senior professionals realise that their career has plateaued. When they were young, they grew very fast, but that growth has now slowed down.  Your income, status or…

Do you believe in miracles? Do you believe that someone can want something so badly that they overcome a life-threatening illness to achieve their dream? Today, let me tell you…