The Leadership Series – Self Leadership

Helps you to Explore the self, experience new paradigms, and evolve into the person you've always wanted to be.

We often think of leadership as something external – a role, a title, or a position of authority. But true leadership starts much closer to home. It begins with the self.

This journey is about pausing for a moment and asking: Who am I when no one is watching? What do I stand for? What kind of impact do I want to have on others, and on myself?

In this series, we explore what it means to lead from within. Not with control or command, but with clarity, courage, and compassion.

What We'll Explore Together

  • Self Leadership – Learning to lead from a place of inner strength and honesty
  • Perception of Leadership – Rethinking old definitions and discovering your own
  • Potential and Challenges – Understanding your blind spots and your brilliance
  • Action Plans – Creating simple, meaningful steps that align with your values

This isn't just another program. It's a space to reflect, to challenge, and to evolve – in your way, at your own pace.

Flexi Learn

Looking for a more convenient way of topping up those ever-important CPD (Continuing Professional Development) hours? Spinach Flexi Learn is a great way to do just that, allowing you to do your learning at a time and place convenient to you.

Modules

  • HR for CEOs
  • Practical HR
  • Practical Approach to Labour Laws in Kerala
  • Performance Management Systems
  • Interviewing Skills
  • And many more customised modules

Your Facilitator (PK Shiby)

A passionate Behavioural Specialist, Facilitator and Change Agent working with individuals, groups, organisations and communities in different capacities and roles to make a difference.

  • Masters Degree in Human Resource Development
  • EDP in Strategic Performance Management from XLRI, Jamshedpur
  • Organisation Development and Process Work Intern at Sumedhas Academy for Human Context
  • Trained in Group Facilitation Skills
  • Certified NLP Practitioner
  • Certified IEMT (Integral Eye Movement Therapy)
  • Trained in Metaphors of Movement, Story Telling, Theatre Techniques, Yoga, Meditation, Dance for Personal Exploration, Tarot Reading and Symbols
  • Director, Ente Bhoomi Lifestyle Association
  • Mentor, Cherie Blair Foundation for Women, UK

Requirements for online coaching: Smart Phone/Laptop/Tab, good speed Internet connection, headphone recommended, Google Classroom.

Discovering Self

You are not just what you do. You are also the one who watches, questions, feels, and remembers.

In the rush of work and life, we often move from one role to another – solving, achieving, supporting, managing. But beneath all the activity lies a quieter story. One that belongs uniquely to you.

Discovering Self is an invitation to pause and reconnect with that story.

We Reflect On

  • The values that truly guide us – not just in words, but in choices
  • The beliefs we carry – inherited, unquestioned, or deeply felt
  • The convictions we live by – and whether they still feel aligned
  • The conditioning we've absorbed – and how it continues to shape us

Grounded in the wisdom of Eastern thought, this space honours presence over performance and awareness over achievement.

Managerial Effectiveness

In a world of dashboards and deadlines, we rarely pause to ask: Who am I as a Manager? What energy do I bring into a room? How do I make people feel?

Through the power of theatre, storytelling, symbols, metaphors, and art therapy, we invite you to explore your inner patterns, beliefs, and behaviours; revisit your journey as a Manager; and reconnect with the human being behind the role.

Workshop Content

  • Who Am I as a Manager?
  • Values at Work
  • Managerial Skills that Matter
  • Optimum Use of Resources
  • Energising Teams, Building Trust & Collaboration
  • Becoming – The Manager They Choose

Who Should Attend

  • Managers and Team Leads
  • First-time managers
  • Mid-level managers
  • HR and L&D professionals

Program details: Hotel Gokulam Park, Banerji Rd, Kaloor, Cochin, Kerala; 14th August 2025; 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM; Rs. 4000 + 18% GST; registration closes 5th August 2025; only 25 seats.

HR Audit

How is your Human Resources Department doing?

Do you know if your employment practices are putting your organization at risk? How do you know?

Your Finance/Accounts data is audited every year by an external agency to avoid future risk. What about the HR data and statutory matters?

It is extremely important for an employer to regularly review their HR policies and practices to ensure organizational effectiveness and statutory compliance in order to avoid costly fines and/or lawsuits. An objective, independent, arms-length assessment conducted by Human Resource Audit specialists is the best way to take stock of your organization's HR functions, identify best practices and make adjustments as you head into the future.

What is HR Audit?

Human Resources Audit is a comprehensive method to review the current HR policies, procedures, documentation and systems to identify needs for improvement and enhancement of the HR function as well as to ensure compliance with various rules and regulations.

Why HR Audit?

The purpose of an HR Audit is to recognize strengths and identify any needs for improvement in the human resources function of an organization. A properly executed audit will reveal problem areas and provide recommendations and suggestions for the remedy of these problems.

  • Help benchmark actual against desired performance and develop an action plan for addressing shortfalls.
  • Save money by identifying and correcting inefficiencies and compliance problems.
  • Reduces risk and liability.

Spinach Audit Process

  • Interview conducted with HR personnel, Managers and others who are familiar with and responsible for various HR activities.
  • Review of a cross-section of employee personnel records for appropriate documentation and fulfilment of record-keeping requirements.
  • Review of HR related forms, policies & procedures, job descriptions and related documents for ease of use and consistency with HR best practices.
  • Review of records related to the statute to check statutory compliance.
  • Report Preparation, which summarizes your current practices, identifies any areas of concern, and provides recommendations for change.
  • Report Presentation – to present the report findings, explain concerns and recommendations, and discuss strategies to address the concerns.

Sections of review include

  • Recruitment and Orientation
  • Employee Benefits
  • Compensation
  • Performance Management System
  • Resignation process and exit interviews
  • Job descriptions
  • Statutory Records
  • Personnel file

Benefits of the Audit

  • Determine the effectiveness of HR plans, programs, policies, systems & procedures.
  • Benchmark actual against desired performance and develop an action plan for addressing shortfalls.
  • Save money by identifying and correcting inefficiencies and compliance problems.
  • Reduces risk and liability.

HR Policy Development Services

A well-defined HR policy framework is essential to building a healthy, transparent, and productive employer-employee relationship. Without clear policies, employees lack the guidance needed to understand workplace expectations, roles, and responsibilities. HR policies not only ensure consistency and fairness but also safeguard the organisation by promoting legal compliance and cultural alignment.

At Spinach, we collaborate with your leadership and HR teams to design and implement customised, practical, and compliant HR policies that reflect your organisation's unique structure, goals, and culture. Our services cover both policy development and full statutory compliance support.

Our HR Policy Development Services Include

Organisational Design & Workforce Planning

  • Organisational Structure Development
  • Manpower Planning & Budgeting
  • Position Branding & Grading
  • Competency Mapping
  • Salary Banding & Structuring

HR Operations & Documentation

  • Staff Induction & Orientation Programmes
  • Onboarding / Joining Formalities
  • HR Documentation Standards
  • Wage & Salary Administration
  • Job Descriptions, KRAs, and KPIs
  • Exit Formalities & Offboarding Process

Performance & Capability Development

  • Performance Management Systems (PMS)
  • Performance Improvement Plans (PIP)
  • Training & Development Frameworks
  • Learning and Development Policies

Policy Manual Creation

We help you create or update a comprehensive HR Policy Manual including, but not limited to:

  • Recruitment Policy
  • Probation & Confirmation Policy
  • Leave & Attendance Policy
  • Salary & Employee Benefits
  • Late Arrival / Early Exit Policy
  • Uniform & Grooming Policy
  • Performance Evaluation Policy
  • Promotion Policy
  • Grievance & Conflict Resolution
  • Travel Policy
  • Use of Company Equipment
  • Mobile Phone Policy
  • Office Decorum
  • Health & Safety Policy
  • Medical Insurance / Accident Coverage
  • Termination & Rehire Policies

Onboarding & Induction Tools

  • New Employee Orientation Programmes
  • Reference Check Procedures
  • Induction Kits & Welcome Materials
  • HR Forms, Templates, and Checklists

Statutory Compliance Support

We ensure your HR systems align with all applicable laws and labour regulations. Our team helps you register under and comply with key legislations, including:

Registration Support

  • Employees’ Provident Fund & Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952
  • Employees’ State Insurance Act, 1948
  • The Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Act, 1970
  • The Inter-State Migrant Workmen (Regulation of Employment & Conditions of Service) Act, 1979
  • The Kerala Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1960
  • The Kerala Shops & Commercial Establishments Workers Welfare Fund Act, 2006

Compliance Assistance

  • The Minimum Wages Act, 1948
  • The Kerala Municipality Act (Profession Tax Rules), 1994
  • The Kerala Industrial Establishments (National & Festival Holidays) Act, 1958
  • The Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1986
  • The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961
  • The Payment of Bonus Act, 1965
  • The Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972
  • The Payment of Wages Act, 1936

With Spinach, you gain a trusted partner to build a strong HR foundation that supports growth, reduces legal risks, and enhances employee experience.

Practical HR (Virtual Learning Program)

Are you handling HR without formal training? Struggling with compliance, documentation, or payroll?

This program is designed to give you complete practical clarity in HR, not theory, but real-world execution. Built on 30+ years of consulting experience, this program is tailored for Indian SMEs and HR professionals who want to confidently manage HR end-to-end.

Who Is This Program For?

  • Business Owners managing HR independently
  • HR Professionals looking to strengthen practical expertise
  • Fresh Graduates entering the HR field

What You Will Learn

Core HR Functions

  • Competency Mapping
  • Manpower Planning & Budgeting
  • Recruitment & Selection
  • Employee Onboarding & Offboarding
  • Induction & Orientation

HR Operations & Systems

  • Attendance & Leave Management
  • Compensation & Benefits
  • Payroll Management
  • HR Documentation & Employee Records
  • HR Policies, Forms & Formats
  • Performance Management Systems
  • Training & Development
  • Employee Retention Strategies
  • HR Analytics

Professional Effectiveness

  • Personal Branding for HR Professionals

Labour Laws Covered (India & Kerala Focus)

  • Employees’ Provident Fund & Misc. Provisions Act, 1952
  • Employees’ State Insurance Act, 1948
  • Kerala Profession Tax Rules (Municipality Act, 1994)
  • Sexual Harassment at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition & Redressal) Act, 2013
  • Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Act, 1970
  • Factories Act, 1948
  • Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946
  • Inter-state Migrant Workmen Act, 1979
  • Kerala Industrial Establishments (National & Festival Holidays) Act, 1958
  • Kerala Shops & Commercial Establishments Act, 1960
  • Kerala Shops & Commercial Establishments Workers Welfare Fund Act, 2006
  • Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1975
  • Maternity Benefit Act, 1961
  • Minimum Wages Act, 1948
  • Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972
  • Payment of Wages Act, 1936
  • Payment of Bonus Act, 1965
  • Coverage of the New Labour Codes with practical understanding and transition readiness

What You Gain

  • End-to-End HR Capability – Handle HR independently from hiring to exit
  • Practical Tools & Templates – Ready-to-use formats for immediate application
  • Practical HR Handbook – A lifetime reference guide
  • Certificate of Participation
  • Post-Training Support – Expert guidance even after the program

Program Details

Duration: 15 – 18 Hours (Virtual live class)

HR for CEOs

The strategic role of Human Resources and the understanding of same is mission critical to a CEO and the board. Globalization and diversity management today being HR responsibilities, it is entrusted on CEOs and Board to engage HR as Strategic business Partner.

Over the years, HR has changed from a “personnel/paper pushing” department to one that can add value that reflects on company savings /earnings and percolate down to bottom line. Having a strategic HR and Scorecard in place will create a positive impact on the brand image of the company.

This program will help the CEOs to have a clear understanding of the nuances of HR functions in their organizations.

What Will Be Covered

  • Understanding the Business Context
  • Mission and Vision (The Big Picture)
  • Critical Success Factors (CSF) of the Organization
  • Organizational Values, Culture and Quality
  • Customer Relations & Branding (Internal & External)
  • Organizational Goals and Policies
  • Statutory and Regulatory Standards
  • HR as Business Partner
  • Right People, aligned to Organizational Goals
  • Employee Engagement and Retention
  • Learning Organization
  • Goal Setting and Performance Management Systems
  • Competency / Skill Development
  • Compliance Audits
  • Corporate Social Responsibility
  • Importance of Analytics and MIS

For Whom

  • CEOs
  • Proprietors
  • Managing Directors / Directors
  • Business Partners

Duration : 10 hours

POSH Awareness for Employees and ICC Members

To acquaint the employees and ICC members with PoSH Act.

For Employees

  • Definitions
  • What constitutes to sexual harassment and what does not.
  • Complainant, Respondent and their rights.
  • Internal Complaints Committee – Constitution and Rights.
  • Complaint Redressal mechanism
  • Punishments for sexual harassment
  • Consequences of filing a false complaint with malicious intent
  • Responsibilities of Employer in preventing sexual harassment
  • Gender sensitization

For ICC

  • Role & Responsibilities of ICC
  • Sensitive interviewing
  • Inquiry Process
  • Outcomes of Inquiry
  • Statutory Obligations
  • Challenges.
  • Importance of confidentiality and no retaliation.
  • Statutory Reporting
  • Obligations of the Employer and powers of ICC.
  • Best practices

Duration : 3 hrs / Module

Competency Mapping & Strategic Deployment

(A Certificate Program to build Competency-Based Organizations)

Empowering People… Driving Performance

In today's competitive world, human capabilities are the key differentiator. Organizations that identify, nurture, and align competencies with business strategy are the ones that thrive.

This virtual certificate program is designed to equip HR professionals, Learning Leaders, and Line Managers with practical tools and frameworks to build competency-driven systems within their organizations.

Why This Program

Competency Mapping is not just an HR tool it's a strategic enabler. This program helps participants:

  • Understand the core principles of competency mapping
  • Apply techniques to map individual and role-based competencies
  • Design a customized competency framework for your organization
  • Create behaviourally anchored performance indicators
  • Integrate competencies into key HR functions such as Hiring & Selection, Induction & Onboarding, Performance Management, Learning & Development, Career & Potential Assessment

Program Modules

Module 1: Understanding Competency Mapping

  • What is a Competency? Why does it matter?
  • Components, types, and context of competencies
  • Role-based analysis and behaviour indicator generation

Module 2: Techniques & Tools

  • Overview of key mapping methods
  • Designing competency dictionaries and frameworks

Module 3: Competency-Driven HR Practices

Linking competencies to core HR processes:

  • Recruitment & Selection
  • Induction
  • Performance Appraisal Systems
  • Training Needs Identification
  • Succession & Potential Assessment