A recent revision has labour groups clamouring for a more regular review and increment of the minimum wage in Hong Kong.
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As the rise of AI tools make certain job responsibilities redundant, employees can adapt by gaining key skills such as analytical thinking.
Older employees are denied the same opportunities as their younger counterparts, despite having the ability to perform as well, if not better.
To bridge wage gaps and improve employability, the Singapore government is committed to helping employees constantly reskill and upgrade.
Mental health issues such as anxiety or depression are causing the country to lose about S$16 billion annually in lost productivity.
To promote workplace diversity and strengthen the economy, Japan aims to increase the number of female executives in major organisations.
Chatbots are a viable tool to assist entry-level and low-skilled employees with complex tasks, according to a study.
She will focus on strengthening PropertyGuru’s culture of trust and promoting an equitable workplace for growth and success.
Even though anxiety over job security still prevails, expectations of a salary raise continue to rise amongst employees in Singapore.
Starting May 2023, civil servants in Changshu, China, will receive their wages in digital currency, boosting adoption of digital payments in various industries.
Employers need to find a more equal recruitment and promotion system to address inequalities in the workplace arising from men’s overconfidence.
Organisations can do more to help autistic employees who might not be able to cope with working on site after years of remote working.
A new report shows that creativity can be inculcated in employees lower in power when they are given time to engage in it more than once.
Creativity can be inculcated in employees lower in the organisational hierarchy when they are given more time to engage in tasks.
Business leaders in Asia-Pacific and Japan are experiencing high levels of decision distress, with many lacking the tools to make successful decisions.
Successful hybrid work models work when organisations develop clear and explicit work norms, which encourages employees to stay.
Employees will receive more training opportunities to advance their careers or find new employment in the event of retrenchment.
Only micro and sole proprietorship businesses in the Philippines that meet certain criteria can be exempted from implementing the minimum wage.
Organisations can now apply for grants through the WorkSafe WorkWell Respect Fund and join the WorkWell Respect Network for further support.
As gig economy companies adopt AI algorithm data sets, employees may find themselves being paid differently for the same amount of work.
While more organisations in Asia Pacific are recognising the importance of ESG, more needs to be done to build successful ESG strategies.
The male-breadwinner model and unequal sharing of household and childcaring responsibilities are impacting post-parenthood earnings in Australia.
In the last two years, 84 cases have been filed to the labour ministry regarding prying questions asked during work interviews that violate privacy.
The 2023 Madani Career Initiatives, which include financial incentives for employers and training programmes, aim to strengthen the labour market.
Driven by the need to attract talent, Japan is proposing new laws that will offer more public sector employees a four-day workweek.
Disconnecting from work after hours can improve leadership skills, boost employee performance, and enhance overall wellbeing.
While employees remain confident that their employers will support them during uncertain times, job and income stability are paramount.
Auslan interpreting services and workplace modifications are among the changes to provide more for Australians with disability in the workplace.
Giving employees a three-day weekend could result in better sleep quality and more physical activity, according to the University of South Australia.