More NTT employees to be allowed to work remotely
The expansion of a remote work programme that started in July 2022 will help to attract and retain the best talent, says NTT.
Manulife makes key leadership changes to drive Asia growth
Beginning July 1, 2023, Phil Witherington will assume the position of President and CEO of Manulife Asia, taking over from Damien Green.
Employment grows in Singapore despite cooling labour demand
Retrenchments also increased for a third consecutive quarter, although employees are taking less time to find re-employment.
Fairmont Singapore and Swissôtel make key leadership appointment
As Commercial General Manger, Theo Ocks will spearhead the strategic business direction for Fairmont Singapore and Swissôtel.
HR Tech Fest Connect 2023: Building an engaged and resilient workforce
HR Tech Fest Connect 2023 will highlight the ways organisations can continue to grow in challenging times by focusing on their people.
Employees key to successful digital transformation in Singapore
While most organisations acknowledge the importance of digital transformation, more can be done to address employees’ concerns.
Australia to raise minimum wage by 5.75% from July
More than two million employees are expected to benefit from the wage raise, as living costs continue to soar in the country.
Bridging the DE&I and gender pay gap in Singapore
Many employees in Singapore feel that their employes are not doing enough to improve gender pay equality and DE&I policies.
Visier accelerates adoption of people analytics in Asia-Pacific region
A new office in Singapore will serve as Visier’s regional headquarters, while 7-Eleven has been announced as a new customer in Malaysia.
Employees in South-East Asia want to spend more time in the office
The office remains a vital hub for focused work as more employees in Singapore and the Philippines push for a return to office, says Gensler.
Recognising signs of a toxic work culture
Identifying the existence of a toxic work environment is the first step towards creating a healthier workplace where employees can thrive.
Why reducing burnout starts with adjusting how work is done
Removing drudgery, giving employees control, and creating a supportive work environment can go a long way towards eliminating burnout.
Are workplace meetings nothing more than an unwanted distraction?
While meetings are still important in helping employees do their jobs better, poorly designed ones create fatigue and sap productivity.
Why layoffs can be the catalyst to retain an organisation’s best talent
Organisations need to understand the employee experience and take action on the moments that have the biggest impact on engagement.
Accelerating business growth with creative leadership
Creative leaders are more likely to empower their team members with new ways of doing things, says Dickson Tang, keynote speaker and author.
Fostering innovation and supporting employees
Eric Ng, Executive Director. Amgen South-East Asia, India, and Hong Kong (SEAIHK), highlights how leaders can help create a sustainable DI&B culture.
How to attract and retain talent with employee benefits
Offering flexible and varied benefits will improve inclusivity and meet the disparate needs of employees, says Howden’s Primus Lee.
Why every great hire starts with a focus on the candidate experience
Eleanor Vajzovic, Head of Strategic Solutions, Paradox, provides some tips on how organisations can create successful candidate experiences.
Unleashing human potential in an age of AI
Organisations should not neglect the human potential in their employees, even as technologies continue to impact and change the way we work.
Japan’s public sector joins four-day workweek drive
Driven by the need to attract talent, Japan is proposing new laws that will offer more public sector employees a four-day workweek.
Redefining workforce agility and talent mobility
Cornerstone OnDemand’s new Opportunity Marketplace harnesses AI and transformational design to foster an agile and adaptable workforce.
Smart collaboration holds the key to success in the workplace
Instead of taking credit for other people’s ideas, employees should collaborate with their colleagues to achieve success as a group.
Nurturing diverse and inclusive leadership in Singapore
Dell Technologies Singapore has launched MentorConnect to help develop the next generation of female business leaders in Singapore.
Job vacancies continue to decline in Singapore
From 2021 to 2022, employment opportunities in PMET roles have risen against the backdrop of non-PMET roles decreasing.
WSG appoints Dilys Boey as new Chief Executive
Boey will succeed Tan Choon Shian, who will assume the position of Chief Executive of the Singapore Totalisator Board.
Less educated young employees in Singapore lack training opportunities
Employers in Singapore are more likely to financially support the training needs of employees who are more educated, a new study has found.
How leaders can help unlock the potential of employees
When considering how to grow their organisation, leaders can do worse than listening to and investing in their employees.
Generative AI likely to have profound impact on the workforce
Although jobs will be lost to generative AI, this will be compensated by the creation of new jobs and higher productivity, says Goldman Sachs.
Three factors that may be pushing your employees out the door
Some of the reasons that are causing employees to leave an organisation may be more straightforward and obvious than many expect.
Employees in Thailand afforded more freedom to choose where to work
The amended Labour Protection Act sets out the terms and conditions to define the work-from-anywhere concept in Thailand.