Full-time employment rises in Australia as more jobs added in June
While job employment in Australia continues to defy expectation, the Reserve Bank of Australia is expecting moderate growth for the rest of 2023.
Business school graduates and their skill sets favoured by employees
While employers are more inclined to hire graduates from prominent business schools, job seekers are expected to develop more skills for the future.
Measuring social impact with a philanthropy framework
Singapore’s National Council of Social Service has created a new sustainable philanthropy guideline that guides organisations on their charitable work.
Employees in Japan against returning to the office full time
More employees, especially those who are raising children, will look to quit if their organisation do not offer more flexible work options.
Unemployment falls to four-year low in Hong Kong
While Hong Kong has reportedly returned to full employment, the city faces the challenge of keeping their best talent from emigrating.
New sexual harassment laws to be implemented in Taiwan
Taiwan’s federal government is looking to amend sexual harassment laws that will place heavier punishments on offenders in positions of power.
Employees in South Korea enjoy little free time beyond work
Despite a general shift towards a better work-life balance, employees in South Korea find themselves working longer hours than in other countries.
Is using headphones in the office anti-social behaviour?
Employees in a disruptive workplace environment may resort to using headphones to block out noise, which limits interaction with colleagues
Workplace productivity dips in Australia due to sleeping disorders
Sleep disorders can negatively affect employees’ productivity by up to 40%, which amounts to around four weeks of work time.
Creating fair workplace opportunities for women in tech
Creating a workplace where all employees can bring their true and authentic selves to work is the goal of a Samsung Electronics DE&I leader.
Building an inclusive workplace for disabled employees
Speaking to HRM Asia, C&W Services Singapore’s Managing Director, Natalie Craig, highlights what organisations can do for an inclusive work culture.
Hybrid employment positively received by new jobseekers
Graduates starting work for the first time are more receptive towards the idea of flexible work arrangements, as it extends more free time for them.
Singapore creates representation group to protect gig employees
A new set of recommendations aims to better resolve disagreements between gig employees and platform operators in 2024.
JPMorgan CEO calls remote work detrimental for leaders
Jimmy Dimon has dismissed the option of remote work for leaders, calling it an obstruction to team building and addressing issues amongst teams.
More employees in Singapore working unpaid hours
In the Asia-Pacific region, Singapore ranks high on the number of unpaid hours, leading to an unhealthy work-life balance for employees.
Improving mental health through mindfulness practice
Employees who take part in mindfulness exercises are less likely to experience anxiety and depression symptoms compared to those who do not.
Why job applicants might not be hired for the job they want
Job applicants might be missing out on this deceptively simple factor during job interviews with recruiters: relatability.
Employees in Malaysia lack opportunities to upskill and reskill
While employees in Malaysia recognise that upskilling and reskilling is essential, many are not receiving opportunities from their employers.
The toxic effect of being overly nice at work
A culture of niceness within the workplace where an overflow of positive feedback lacking honesty and constructive content can affect employees adversely.
Employment opportunities increased for disabled people in Australia
Australia’s disabled community and their needs will be put forth in a new employment service framework that seeks to help them get hired.
Mismatch in sustainable and digitalisation strategies in Singapore
While sustainability and digital transformation are high priorities for organisations, treating them as separate silos is impacting business performance.
Indonesia pushes for more transparency around job availability
Companies have been urged to voluntarily send information regarding unfilled job positions to a new initiative set up by the government.
Employers in Australia and New Zealand embrace four-day workweek
Successful trials in Australia and New Zealand have demonstrated benefits to health, lifestyle, and work behaviour, said a RMIT professor.
Samsung moves towards a sustainable workplace by eliminating paper use
The electronics conglomerate is spearheading an initiative towards a paperless work environment within the office to boost sustainability.
Oracle adds new AI functions to HR management software
New generative AI capabilities supplement the Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM to streamline HR processes for organisations.
ChatGPT usage at work differs between countries like US and Japan
The use of AI-powered tools like ChatGPT differ greatly in usage between countries, due to a gap in awareness and understanding of the tools.
Indian state of Kerala to provide equal employment opportunities for all
A new platform is being developed to help the transgender community reskill for better employment opportunities.
Use of AI in job applications frowned upon in Japan
Several firms in Japan have raised concerns about graduates using generative AI tools in job applications, with some calling for a ban.
Consistency in defining wages called for in Malaysia
The Malaysian Employers Federation is calling for a clear definition of wages, as its current ambiguity is causing mismatched salaries for employees.
Prioritising employee experience: Attract, retain and motivate talent
For organisations to be successful, engaging with employees and understanding what they really want must be a priority.