About Dr. Nitin Barekere
Dr. Nitin Barekere is currently Vice President – Global HR for Omega Healthcare and is engaged in Employer Branding, Talent Acquisition, HR Digital Strategy and HR SSC in creating happier workplaces. He is currently responsible for HR interventions for 30,000+ associates of Omega Healthcare spread across USA, India and the Philippines. As a seasoned HR professional, he has worked with leading Multinationals, Family-managed businesses and Start-ups across Hospitality, Financial Services, Airlines, Retail, ITES and Healthcare industries in India, United States, Cayman Islands, Malaysia, Philippines and the Middle East.
Prior to joining Omega Healthcare, Nitin has held HR Leadership roles at The Better India, Emirates Healthcare, Emami, Landmark Group, Wal-Mart, Air Deccan and Sykes Enterprises among others and led global teams on Leadership Hiring, Organizational Learning, Employee Relations, Change Management, Talent Engagement, technology Deployment and HR Shared Services. His roles have covered the full spectrum of Human resources work at the strategic and operational levels and has championed collaborations and culture building across geographies.
Dr.Nitin is a Graduate Electronics Engineer from Bangalore University and holds post graduate degrees in General Management and Leadership from Indian Institute of Management Bangalore and others. He completed his PhD in Strategic HRM from Livingstone International University of Tourism and Business Management, East Africa.
Nitin is an active speaker at industry forums like CII, FICCI and NASSCOM and has held administrative responsibilities at several professional bodies in the past. He is currently a member of the Academy of HRD, ISTD, Bangalore Management Association and Computer Society of India. He is on the advisory board of few leading Indian B Schools and contributes regularly at industry-academia interface through guest speaker opportunities.
Dr.Nitin is a Certified Coach and Master Trainer on NLP, Writefluencer, Gallup Strength Finder, Dale Carnegie and Heal Your Life Programs. He is also an accomplished TEDx Speaker. He is also an Award Winning Author of his debut Book ‘Beyond Paychecks’ on Self-help, Strategy and Leadership which has become an Amazon Bestseller.
LiFT: Tell us about your book, the journey of writing it and its content?
Dr. Nitin Barekere: The chapters in the book reflects the author’s passion in fostering workplaces that value humanity as much as productivity.
This book is not just for HR professionals. It’s a must-read for:
Leaders seeking to inspire their teams with empathy and authenticity.
Managers aiming to navigate the challenges of workplace culture and team dynamics.
Professionals at any stage of their careers, looking for actionable insights into personal and professional growth.
HR Enthusiasts eager to understand the evolving role of human resources in shaping organizational success.
Written with wit and a keen eye for detail, Beyond Paychecks transcends typical business literature by focusing on the human essence of work. Its lessons resonate far beyond boardrooms and office cubicles, offering universal insights into leadership, resilience, and personal growth.
What Readers Are Saying
Early readers have praised the book for its relatable stories, actionable strategies, and heartfelt reflections. Here’s what some of them have to say:
“A must-read for anyone navigating corporate life. Nitin Barekere’s stories stay with you long after you’ve turned the last page.”
“Insightful, inspiring, and incredibly human. This book is a guide for leaders who want to lead with purpose.”
Conclusion
In Beyond Paychecks, Nitin Barekere, PhD, redefines what it means to thrive in the workplace. By focusing on leadership, culture, and personal growth, the book offers a powerful reminder that work is about more than just paychecks—it’s about people.
Whether you’re a seasoned executive, an aspiring leader, or someone passionate about workplace dynamics, this book will inspire you to see the corporate world through a new lens. Dive into Beyond Paychecks today and start your journey towards a more fulfilling professional life.
LiFT: Why you chose this title?
Dr. Nitin Barekere: ‘Beyond Paychecks – Corporate Insights, Stories and Strategies’ is an apt title for motivating people to enjoy their professional journey, learnings and camaraderie than focusing on work for the sake of paying their monthly bills and making a living. The title gives a sneak peak on what to expect in the book through author’s musings, stories, reflections and experiences leveraging positive narration and lens of optimism.
LiFT: When did you realize that you want to be a writer and what’s your inspiration behind it?
Dr. Nitin Barekere: I have been penning my thoughts in the form of Blogs regularly for over a year now. Based on the feedback received, I realized the immense potential writing has in influencing people towards positive action and hence decided to bring out the experiences, musings and learnings in the form of a book.
LiFT: Where do you see yourself ten years down the line in the world of literature?
Dr. Nitin Barekere: Would have authored few more high impact books of different genre and writing styles contributing to the world through purposeful living.
LiFT: How much do you think marketing or quality of a book is necessary to promote a particular book and increase its readers?
Dr. Nitin Barekere: While the trend is towards consumption through short videos in an instant gratification world, the beauty of writing lies in the breadth and depth it offers to the readers to walk through authors journey. With the noise around us and the sheer magnitude of knowledge, a planned marketing becomes critical to showcase the talent and the content through creative positioning and reviews.
LiFT: What is the message you want to spread among folks with your writings?
Dr. Nitin Barekere: I want to spread the message that we live in a world of immense opportunities and the best way to enjoy life is to enjoy what we do – be it work or leisure. The other important aspiration is to rub positivity to one and all in an era where sensationalism and negativity has seen an explosive growth.
LiFT: What do you do apart from writing?
Dr. Nitin Barekere: I indulge in Teaching, Coaching and Research in addition to writing. Being an HR professional I enjoy setting people for success.
LiFT: What are the activities you resort to when you face a writer’s block?
Dr. Nitin Barekere: I attend Workshops and Seminars to learn from other person’s perspective and experiences. I also try differentiating my writing in the form of genre switch and/or writing styles.
LiFT: Are you working on your next book? If yes, please tell us something about it.
Dr. Nitin Barekere: Yes. The next book is a sequel to the first one with more stories and learnings from my corporate life presented through the eyes of a Senior and Seasoned HR professional.
LiFT: What are your suggestions to the budding writers/poets so that they could improve their writing skills?
Dr. Nitin Barekere: The most important aspect is to start writing. The finesse part will build over time in the form of improvisation. Everyone has their story to tell. Embrace this with full confidence and help the world experience your learnings.
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