“Regular Conversations Matter More Than Annual Surveys,” said Senthil Kumar Hariram

Date: 25th July 2026, 10:00 AM
Location: Mumbai
Traditional engagement surveys and periodic evaluations may not always capture what employees are genuinely feeling or experiencing at work. In a recent industry feature, Senthil Kumar Hariram, Founder and Managing Director, FTA Global, shared his perspective on why organisations need to adopt a more continuous approach to employee engagement.
Senthil highlighted that regular conversations can help organisations identify concerns early, understand changing employee expectations, and build stronger workplace relationships. Rather than relying solely on annual surveys, continuous engagement allows HR teams and leaders to stay closer to the employee experience.
He also noted that several organisations are supplementing their yearly surveys with ongoing engagement initiatives. Regular discussions can provide more relevant and timely insights, enabling companies to respond to concerns before they develop into larger workplace challenges.
The approach places greater emphasis on listening and understanding employees throughout their journey within an organisation. By creating consistent opportunities for dialogue, companies can better respond to changing needs while strengthening trust and engagement.
Senthil’s perspective reinforces the importance of moving from periodic feedback collection to continuous employee conversations as organisations look to build stronger and more responsive workplaces.
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