Aparna Sardar

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Country Head- Human Resources - India at 3M

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Overview

As Country Head of HR at 3M India, Aparna Sardar spearheads people strategy with expertise in change management, leadership development, and organizational design. She champions innovative HR models across the technology, retail, and manufacturing sectors and is leading initiatives to significantly improve gender diversity within the company.

Outside of her corporate role, Aparna is passionate about community service and mentorship. She has participated in pro bono consulting for non-profits abroad through the 3M Impact program and actively gives motivational talks to encourage young women to pursue careers in STEM fields.

She recently participated in a pro bono consulting assignment for an NPO in Japan.

Personality Overview

Price-Sensitive

Cautious & Analytical

Systematic

They generally do not appreciate an overfriendly approach and prefer to stay to-the-point.  While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters. They prefer to fully evaluate every situation.

Topics They Care About

Flexible Work Models
Drives 3M India’s “Work Your Way” model, which provides employees flexibility with hybrid and remote options to promote better work-life balance.
Diversity & Inclusion
Actively working to double the gender diversity ratio at 3M India by 2025 and has implemented programs to support women returning to the workforce.
Women in STEM
Engages in public speaking and mentorship to inspire and support young women pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and math.

Media Appearances

Aparna has no verified media appearances

Work History

10-2021
Country Head- Human Resources - India at 3M
1-2017 - 9-2021
Coaching and Learning Development Manager - APAC at 3M
8-2012 - 12-2016
Head - Learning and Organisational Development at 3M
5-2010 - 7-2012
Sr. Manager - Leadership and Organisational Development at TESCO HSC
2002 - 5-2010
Training Delivery Head at Mphasis- AN EDS company

Education

1996 - 1998
Education details unavailable from Savitribai Phule Pune University

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Insights For Selling To Aparna

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Emphasise more on facts and measurable benefits
  • Emphasize on objective proof of ROI, help them do a thorough evaluation
  • Share as much information as possible regarding your product

DONT's

  • Don’t try to be too friendly or informal with them
  • Don’t overhype the product/pitch, keep it measured
  • Avoid rushing them, be polite and patient

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Aparna is

  • Ensuring that the product delivers ROI, cost-effective pricing and process compliance are very important for them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Aparna

  • It doesn’t come naturally to them but they can say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Aparna move?

  • If they have the information that they need, they can move fast at making their decisions.
  • Can Aparna take some risk or not?

  • If they believe that they have analyzed the situation well, they can take a little risk.

You And Aparna

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