How DHL went from nosedive to sky high by lifting its people
Faced with financial collapse, DHL made a bold bet on people—not panic—and emerged stronger, prouder, and more profitable than ever.
The universe of kindness: How doing good can unexpectedly boost your business
Kindness in business is not just good karma—it is a powerful strategy that builds trust, opens doors, and drives shared success.
Five forces radically transforming HR—and why it all comes back to AI
At last week’s HR Tech Asia, industry analyst Brian Sommer explored how AI in HR is driving ongoing HR transformation—and how to get ahead of it.
The kindness advantage in hospitality: How Ovolo Hotels redefined hospitality during a crisis
When Girish Jhunjhnuwala reimagined hospitality, he proved that genuine kindness could transform crises into unforgettable brand loyalty.
Building a real culture of learning will move your company forward
A culture of learning is not a static achievement. The most successful organisations are those that see learning not as a cost, but as a long-term investment.
Why corporate mental health fails: AI for personalised care
Despite growing investments in mental health, burnout persists—highlighting the need for more proactive, personalised workplace strategies.
The wellbeing virtuous cycle
The business case for supporting employees’ wellbeing beyond the workplace.
Asia-Pacific doubles HR tech adoption since 2022
New survey data from Sapient Insights Group shows that Asia-Pacific is outpacing North America in AI adoption, while also highlighting key opportunities for HR teams in the region.
Organisational design: How HR can solve the talent problems of tomorrow
As key leaders, CHROs must build a resilient organisational design to drive adaptability through targeted talent strategies.
Amid tariff uncertainty, could global hiring be the smartest option?
With worldwide tariffs in full force, domestic job creation may slow. Multiplier’s Amritpal Singh says global hiring is the most strategic employer response.
The Trump tariffs, a recession and the economy. What does HR do now?
Concerns about inflation and a recession have skyrocketed since the tariffs were announced. Peter Cappelli of The Warton School advises leaders on what to tell employees.
Lead like a girl – Turning pain into purpose
From vulnerability to resilience, the final part of Avi Liran’s article explores how adversity can fuel growth, transform challenges into strengths, and inspire change.
Developing middle managers: How HR can support these overworked leaders
Today’s middle managers are facing unprecedented challenges that threaten both their effectiveness and wellbeing.
Leading and living vibrantly at Haleon
Haleon’s culture of wellbeing empowers employees to thrive, blending personal fulfilment and professional growth through a people-first approach.
Workplace loneliness: Why it impacts one in five employees today
Research finds a clear correlation between workplace loneliness and disengagement, a trend that may be worsening because of remote work.
How leaders can bridge generational gaps for a unified workplace
By understanding the things that matter most to each generation and how these impact workplace culture, leaders can build cohesive teams.
A human-centric approach to AI integration in HR
From hiring to retention, AI is redefining HR processes, offering opportunities to enhance efficiency while prioritising human connection.
HR of the future: Spotify, Fiskars on how to drive digital transformation
HR leaders are predicted to be the ones shaping digital transformation. Here’s how executives from Spotify and Fiskars are preparing for 2030 and beyond.
Verbal strategies for leaders: Cultivating psychological safety in teams
Leaders play a pivotal role in fostering psychological safety, where team members feel confident to speak up, collaborate, and innovate.
Overcoming toxicity: Take control and reclaim your emotional wellbeing
In the second of a three-part article, Avi Liran provides key tips to rise above toxicity and prioritise your wellbeing.
For unbiased performance management, employees prefer ‘bots over bosses’
A Gartner study found that 87% of employees think algorithms could give fairer performance management feedback than their managers.
Josh Bersin explains: A strategy that breaks down workplace silos
According to the industry analyst, embedding AI into organisations can help dismantle silos by facilitating cross-functional collaboration.
For HR success in 2030, focus on these three areas today
Over the next five years, a new report finds, HR professionals must lead with strategic vision to align people and business strategies.
Bridging the retirement readiness gap – A strategic HR opportunity
As Asia’s ageing workforce grows, organisations must rethink retirement strategies to retain expertise, ease transitions, and safeguard institutional knowledge.
European HR tech innovators: Lessons from BBC, Netflix and IKEA
Future-ready organisations integrate tech while prioritising purpose, human connection and continuous learning, say European HR leaders.
Championing women’s equality, inclusion, and empowerment in tech
Despite driving innovation, the tech industry lags in gender equality. With women underrepresented, decisive action is needed to foster inclusion.
Covid-19, five years later: Why HR is ‘still recovering’
As the anniversary of the US shutdown approaches, one HR leader advises that it is critical for HR to say, “What are the lessons we learned?”
Middle management crucial to empowering women’s health at work
Women in the workforce face unique challenges, from stress to fertility concerns—yet these issues remain underdiscussed in workplaces.
This company publishes 360-degree feedback. Is it working?
Using “courageous communication,” including through companywide 360-degree feedback, has transformed culture and performance at Garner.
Four steps to achieving transformative change in turbulent times
Amid rising uncertainty and heightened expectations for HR leaders, achieving transformative change is more difficult—yet necessary—than ever.