In a recent podcast appearance, Ralph Lauren CEO Patrice Louvet shared his belief in a tough love approach to addressing serious issues at work. He emphasized the need for direct communication and not being afraid to use a "2X4 across the forehead" in critical situations. However, his comments have also sparked a debate on the effectiveness of this leadership style in today's modern workplace.
In a recent podcast interview, Ralph Lauren CEO Patrice Louvet discussed the delicate topic of giving criticism in the workplace. Louvet stressed the importance of addressing issues sooner rather than later, and how it can ultimately benefit both businesses and individual careers. He recognizes the difficulty in giving feedback, but advises a direct and honest approach in tackling major issues. However, for minor concerns, Louvet suggests focusing on employee strengths and gradually addressing weaknesses.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has launched a focused cleanliness campaign to improve the state of iconic playgrounds in Mumbai. The initial phase will cover popular spaces like Azad Maidan, Cross Maidan, Oval Maidan, and more. Starting April 7, the drive will expand to cover all schools and educational institutions, with the goal of clearing encroachments and solid waste dumping. Join the cause and help keep Mumbai clean!
Get all the latest information on the JEE Main 2025 exams, including the difficulty level, subjects, and feedback from candidates. On the third day of the April session, students took the Btech, BE paper which covered all subjects and had two shifts. Find out about the previous year's trends and changes in difficulty level, as well as updates on the controversy surrounding top actor Kim Soo Hyun.
The Mira-Bhayandar-Vasai Virar police in Maharashtra has introduced a cutting-edge method to gather public feedback through Quick Response (QR) codes. This initiative, in line with the state's seven-point agenda, aims to bring more transparency to the police department by replacing traditional feedback methods with a digital system. Visitors to police stations and other service-related departments can now scan the QR-code, access a detailed questionnaire, and provide feedback on various parameters. This technologically advanced system, launched by the MBVV police chief in the presence of other officials, will help in identifying shortcomings and improving the overall efficiency of the police stations.
OpenAI, an AI giant, has announced their latest project and is seeking feedback from developers, researchers, and the broader community. The upcoming open language model will be released in the near future, and developers will have the opportunity to attend feedback sessions and play with early prototypes. This open-weight model will allow users to modify digital neurons and could potentially change the model's associations and emphasis. OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, stated that they have been thinking about this model for a long time and are now ready to prioritize its development with the help of the community.
Telangana's TGNPDCL has launched a consumer feedback cell to gather feedback on four key service parameters from approximately 1,800 consumers over a month. This includes assessing the efficiency and satisfaction regarding timely release of new connections, behavior of officials and staff, resolution of complaints, and prevention of corrupt practices. The initiative also includes introducing consumer service excellence awards to recognize top-performing staff members delivering exceptional service. By directly engaging with consumers, TGNPDCL aims to proactively address service issues and enhance customer satisfaction across its 16 circles in Telangana.
In light of the state government's concern over the spread of false or misleading news related to its functioning, the Maharashtra government has issued guidelines for its departments to respond promptly to such reports. The move comes after the establishment of a media monitoring centre to keep track of news coverage. The directive aims to improve the government's image and address citizen concerns more efficiently, while opposition parties have criticized the decision to merge municipal corporations in Jaipur.
The Gurugram Commissioner of Police, Vikas Arora, launched a new initiative to gather feedback from visitors to the police stations in the district. The program involves installing QR codes at all the police stations, which can be scanned by visitors to share their feedback and suggestions digitally. This unique system will help in assessing the performance of each police station and improving their functioning.
The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has launched a wide-reaching campaign to involve citizens in the Swachh Survekshan 2024 survey. The effort aims to maintain the city's high ranking in cleanliness by encouraging residents to provide feedback through a dedicated portal. Special teams are deployed to gather responses and raise awareness through various means, including visiting educational institutions and public places during weekends. Municipal Commissioner Dr. Kailas Shinde has appealed to citizens to actively participate and support the initiative.