My First Townhall at KPMG
Anchal Gupta
Senior Analyst-Insight Led Sales||Ex Marketing Intern-Business Development||MBA-IILM University||Marketing enthusiast||Content Writer||Social Worker||Digital Marketing||Motivator
Before attending my first townhall at KPMG, I assumed it would be a small gathering for the ILS team, primarily focused on appreciating the best performers. However, my experience exceeded all expectations and left a lasting impression.
When I arrived, I was struck by the energy and enthusiasm in the room. The leaders conducting the event displayed remarkable spirit, which was truly inspiring. It quickly became clear that the townhall was not just for celebrating the best performers; it was an inclusive event for all leaders and employees, both new and seasoned.
While the best performers were rightfully recognized and rewarded, the real magic lay in how their achievements motivated everyone else. Witnessing the accomplishments of these outstanding individuals made everyone in the room, including myself, feel that if they could achieve such success, we could too. This sense of shared aspiration fostered a supportive and motivating environment.
I believe that every new joiner and existing employee left the townhall with a renewed sense of purpose. We were all inspired to learn from these exemplary colleagues and strive to reach even a fraction of their success. The townhall underscored the importance of continuous improvement and the desire to earn a good reputation among peers and partners.
Townhalls at KPMG are held on a quarterly basis, where quarterly performance is evaluated, and employees are recognized in front of the entire team by the project partners. My first townhall was genuinely motivating, and it reinforced my commitment to improve continuously. I felt a strong desire to demonstrate that the decision to hire me was well-founded and that I can contribute meaningfully to the company's success.
In summary, my first townhall experience at KPMG was a powerful motivator, leaving me inspired to excel and make a positive impact within the organization.