Rakesh Kalampetta, GPHR

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Senior Manager - Human Resources at Apraava Energy

Greater Delhi Area, India

Overview

Rakesh is a strategic HR leader with two decades of experience, currently driving people strategy at Apraava Energy. A certified Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR®) and an alumnus of IIM Bangalore, he excels in transforming HR into a catalyst for business growth across various industries.

Outside of his professional life, Rakesh is passionate about long-distance driving. He has undertaken extensive road trips, including driving from his residence near New Delhi all the way to his home in Kerala, which he calls “God’s own country. ”

He once completed a road trip spanning nearly the entire length of India, from the north to the southernmost state.

Personality Overview

Not Easily Convinced

Price-Sensitive

Cautious & Analytical

They are more likely than others to negotiate on pricing and terms.  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.

Topics They Care About

Strategic HR
His entire career focuses on elevating HR from a support function to a strategic partner that directly drives business growth and transformation.
Organizational Culture
He has led initiatives to redefine organizational competencies and values, working to create an enabling culture that supports business continuity and employee engagement.
HR as Profit Center
He actively explores the concept of shifting HR from a cost center to a profit center, demonstrating a focus on tangible business impact.

Media Appearances

Rakesh has no verified media appearances

Work History

4-2023
Senior Manager - Human Resources at Apraava Energy
7-2020 - 6-2023
Manager Human Resources | HRBP at Apraava Energy
12-2010 - 6-2020
Human Resource Professional at Apraava Energy
2-2008 - 12-2010
Manager Human Resource at IDS Infotech Limited
2-2007 - 1-2008
Manager Human Resources at Planman Technologies

Education

6-2003 - 3-2005
PGPPE from Indian Institute of Planning and Management
Master's degree from University of Kerala

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Insights For Selling To Rakesh

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • If you have a lower priced product compared to the competition, call out the same
  • Keep some extra margin in hand as they will likely negotiate the pricing
  • Tell them that you will come back if you don’t have a good answer for a question

DONT's

  • Avoid phrases like ‘do not worry about’, ‘no one compares to’ etc.
  • Don’t try to be too friendly or informal with them
  • Don’t overhype the product/pitch, keep it measured

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Rakesh is

  • Confidence that the product provides ROI, effective pricing and process adherence matter the most to them.

  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Rakesh

  • 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 Rakesh move?

  • They can move at a reasonable pace while making their decisions if they have the necessary information.

  • Can Rakesh take some risk or not?

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

You And Rakesh

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