How can companies grow exponentially without losing sight of their core values and people? In this episode of People Matters Unplugged, Purvesh Kapadia, CHRO of Refex Group, sits down with Cheshta Dora, People Matters’ Head of Research & Community, to explore the fine balancing act between ‘build, buy, and borrow’ talent strategies.

Purvesh also discussed the importance of employee ownership in shaping future-ready leaders and why exponential growth starts with ethical intent.

From growth equations to ESOPs, this is a masterclass in HR strategy that bridges culture, competence, and capability.

Key Takeaways

• Growth isn’t just about numbers: it’s about pivoting from addition to multiplication to exponential impact.
• A hybrid approach to talent: buying, building, and borrowing is essential to navigating both speed and sustainability.
• Embedding ethical language into your corporate vision changes the trajectory of company culture.
• Empowered employees, through initiatives like ESOPs, think and act like partners – not just staff.
• The true measure of leadership success lies in building future capabilities today for problems that don’t yet exist.