Two Cents: Why are there so few Singaporean CEOs?
Singaporean managers are seen as competent, honest and hardworking – but aren’t stepping up to more senior roles.
FACEBOOK: Connecting its staff and the world
What are the top three lessons learned from eight years at Facebook for Benjamin Joe, its Vice President of Southeast Asia and Emerging Markets?
We can’t ignore blockchain and cryptocurrencies
New forms of digital and decentralized payments offer lots of opportunities to make transactions faster, cheaper and safer.
FACEBOOK: It is a great place to work!
It’s not just about cool, open-plan offices, chill-out areas, pool tables and well-stocked pantries. Building the right workplace culture is about finding the right people.
EtonHouse: “Treating staff like our children”
The founder and managing director of EtonHouse International explains the similarities between nurturing staff and students.
Here’s why McDonald’s turmoil may also be an HR opportunity
A new CHRO could seize the chance to address the sexual harassment allegations suddenly plaguing the company.
How to make the most of the rest of 2019
There is now just over one calendar months left of the decade. US-based thought leader Jason Averbook has these 10 suggestions for making the most of them.
Five ways to retain highly sought after “career nomads”
Sought-after employees are intellectually curious and prize appreciation and recognition, but they can be quick to move on if they’re not satisfied.
Book Review: “Be The Lion” by Tim Castle
A new self-help book, by Tim Castle, collates advice from motivational and psychology best-sellers, along with the entrepreneur’s own experiences.
How tech is giving rise to the “Super Job”
The fast-emerging confluence of work and artificial intelligence means a manager’s role may never be the same again.
Managing roles and emotions in conflict-heavy negotiations
Nikhil Shahane offers a new model for dealing with conflict and emotional negotiations in the modern business world.
Turning employee learning into a sport
As senior director of event operations at Singapore Sports Hub, Mitch Seeto makes sure his staff hit global standards through constant learning.
The HR behind Marriott’s $13 billion Starwood merger
David Rodriguez was named HR Executive of the Year, in part for his work with Marriott’s massive integration with Starwood Resorts.
Two Cents: How close are we to a four-day working week?
Working four days a week has been trialled and tested in many countries, governments and companies with mixed results.
Marriott International: Employee wellbeing at the heart
David Rodriguez, Marriott International’s global Chief HR Officer, shares some of the insights behind the company’s 700,000-strong workforce.
Five things CHROs should do in their first 100 days
According to a new Mercer report, emerging tech will most likely play a pivotal role in the careers of new Chief HR Officers.
Two Cents: How long will the gig economy last?
“Gig’’ workers are more likely to be those supplementing existing jobs or earning a little income while looking for full-time job.
Jason Averbook: Who really owns the digital strategy?
Industry analyst Jason Averbook is urging Chief HR Officers to step in take ownership of digital transformation strategies within their organisations.
Marcus Buckingham: Nine lies that HR should stop believing
Marcus Buckingham has told delegates to the HR Tech Conference and Exposition to stop fooling themselves around nine long-held myths.
Five HR lessons from Shark Tank’s Barbara Corcoran
Shark Tank star Barbara Corcoran has told the HR Technology Conference and Exposition about five key business principles that have guided her success.
Two Cents: So what exactly is a DAO and do you need one?
A new organisational model that decentralises power and decision-making is gaining popularity in influential circles.
Verizon Media’s “Career Marketplace” in action
Verizon Media’s Vice President of Talent shares an example of the company’s transparent and talent-focused career development framework.
Verizon Media calling out for new superheroes
Sandy Gould, Vice President, Talent Acquisition, Learning, and Diversity & Inclusion at Verizon Media shares the company’s innovative new talent strategy.
Two Cents: A novel way to make money from your innovation lab
Huawei’s offer of US$1 billion for app developers could be a path to make a profit from your inhouse techpreneurs.
Combating the “Always On” epidemic in Asia-Pacific
The world of work has become an intense, stress inducing environment of near constant connection. Patrick Graham has this advice for staff wellbeing.
New perspectives on calculating the cost of employee turnover
Beyond out-of-pocket hiring and onboarding costs, how does turnover affect overall operations? Peter Cappeli looks at the latest economic research
Deutsche Bank: Redefining the finance profession
Caroline Liow, Singapore Investment Bank Operations Head for Deutsche Bank, speaks about its strong focus on technology.
Ram Charan’s biggest advice for Chief HR Officer success
Ram Charan, keynote speaker at HR Technology Conference & Exposition® China, shared some key ideas for HR leaders in the digital age.
The strange and unheard of job roles coming soon
Technology and disruption are causing some jobs to dry up; but there are some unique and economically-valuable roles that are set to take their place.
Infectious change in Singapore’s National Healthcare Group
Olivia Tay, the group’s Chief HR Officer, explains some of the key challenges facing NHG and its 18,000-strong workforce.