Kanchan's Energy Is Focused on People's Growth

Success has never been about perfection for me. It's about creating impact. As part of Evonik India's HR team, I support employees across talent management, compensation, employee engagement, and compliance. While my responsibilities span different areas, my purpose remains the same: helping people grow, succeed, and feel supported.

What motivates me most is seeing the positive difference my work makes. Whether an initiative helps employees develop new skills or improves their overall experience, that's where I want to focus my energy.

What has shaped your career journey at Evonik? 

Always learning, always growing. Throughout my career at Evonik, I have had the opportunity to take on new responsibilities and expand my expertise. From managing compensation processes using new tools and systems to supporting business compliance, I have often stepped into areas I had not worked in before.

I have learned that growth starts with curiosity and the willingness to learn. You don't need to have all the answers from the beginning. What matters is being open to new challenges and trusting yourself to develop along the way. Continuous learning has always been important to me. Through training, certifications, and learning from colleagues, I have built skills that allow me to support both our employees and the business.

What makes Evonik a special place to work? 

While personal development matters, I believe growth never happens alone. Some of the most meaningful experiences in my career have come from colleagues who shared their knowledge, offered guidance, and supported me when I faced challenges. That collaborative mindset is something I truly value at Evonik. People genuinely want to help each other succeed, and that creates an environment where everyone can continue learning and growing together.

What inspires you most in your work?

Making a difference through people! What inspires me every day is knowing that my work positively impacts employees, even behind the scenes. Whether I am supporting development programs, training initiatives, or employee engagement activities, I enjoy creating opportunities that help people thrive. Seeing employees gain new insights or benefit from something my team helped create is incredibly rewarding.

Which moment are you particularly proud of? 

One of the proudest moments of my Evonik journey was achieving Great Place to Work Certification in India. For me, it represented more than recognition. It showed that the efforts invested in creating positive employee experience were making a real difference.

What advice would you give to someone joining Evonik?

Looking back, I see Evonik as a place that encourages learning, collaboration, and personal growth. My advice to anyone joining the company is simple: stay curious, keep learning, and be open to new opportunities. Sometimes the most rewarding experiences begin with the decision to try something new.