Do employees really leave managers, not organisations?

Is a fulfilling work environment shaped more by the job itself or by the quality of management? The debate continues.
Last call for Readers’ Choice Awards 2024 nominations

HRM Asia’s Readers’ Choice Awards 2024 is closing nominations soon—don’t miss your chance to showcase HR excellence in over 30 categories.
Time to work and play: Is workcation the next extension of hybrid working?

The concept of work and leisure at locations around the world may not be a pipe dream, if boundaries are drawn and key steps taken.
Why ESG is critical for Filtrona’s long-term sustainability and success

At Filtrona, ESG is the foundation of their business strategy, and all employees are committed to working together to achieve ESG goals.
Is AI the new gatekeeper? Bias concerns rise

Generative AI is reshaping HR, but Elvin Goh of Nanyang Polytechnic warns that without oversight, it could amplify biases in hiring.
Why it might not be the time to take up that job promotion

While not completely without its merits, ‘dry promotions’ add extra responsibilities onto employees, without a corresponding increase in pay.
Healthy work-life balance top factor for talent retention

A recent HRM Asia poll highlighted how firms that support work-life balance through flexible work options can create happier employees.
Singapore’s parental leave policies foster a family-friendly workforce

Singapore’s enhanced parental leave policies aim to support working parents while encouraging greater father involvement.
Singapore unveils expanded parental leave and jobseeker support scheme

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced new policies including 10 weeks of shared parental leave and financial aid for displaced employees.
Women’s wages surge in Australia as gender pay gap narrows

Australia’s gender pay gap has dropped to an all-time low of 11.5% with women’s weekly earnings rising significantly since 2022.
Gushcloud swipes right on employee benefits

Gushcloud partners with Tinder to offer employees in South-East Asia company-sponsored subscriptions and Tinder Leave for enhanced social wellbeing.
Singapore’s wage council begins talks on 2024-25 pay guidelines

Despite modest wage growth and inflation, Singapore’s real wages rose by 0.4% in 2022 and 2023, with further increases expected.
Hybrid work models and higher pay reshape Singapore’s gig economy

Singapore’s gig economy is booming, with a 50% surge in job applications and rising earnings in the healthcare and hospitality sectors.
Why organisations have got the RTO debate all wrong

Instead of caring about where employees work, leaders should devote more time to support employees in achieving their key objectives.
DBS reinforces commitment to innovation and employee growth

Bridging divides, maintaining competitiveness, and fostering meaningful employee engagement remain key focus points for DBS.
Digital overload taking a toll on employees

Fear of missing out (FoMO) and an information overload are linked to stress and burnout, a study from the University of Nottingham has revealed.
Bad leadership, not bad employees, is at the heart of ‘quiet firing’

Instead of acting on bias and personal emotions, transparent and actionable feedback can help leaders create an equal and fair work culture.
Bullying epidemic: Asia’s workplace under siege

Workplace bullying in Asia demands urgent action as Anthro Insights’ Dr Issac Lim highlights its severe impact on employee health and productivity.
Burnout crisis deepens in Singapore workplaces

Singapore’s workforce is facing a mental health crisis with Gen Z leading the burnout surge, and employers are falling short in providing support services.
DBS ushers in new era with Tan Su Shan as first female CEO

DBS CEO Piyush Gupta will step down in March 2025, with Tan Su Shan, the bank’s first female CEO, assuming the role.
Playing music at work? Sure, but it depends on who’s on your playlist

Music from the likes of Taylor Swift and Jay Chou are likely to bring more positive experiences for employees in Singapore.
Performance management: From annual ritual to ongoing dialogue

Mounting evidence suggests that traditional performance reviews are ineffective, prompting a search for new performance management strategies.
More fathers in Japan encouraged to take paternity leave

Japan’s paternity leave rate jumps to a record 30%, fuelled by government mandates and a growing desire for work-life balance among young employees.
BPMB boosts HR efficiency with Workday HCM deployment

Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhard (BPMB) accelerates its digital transformation with Workday HCM to enhance operational efficiency.
Are your female employees suffering from ‘productivity anxiety’?

One way organisations can empower female employees to thrive is to make employee recognition an organisational practice.
Top five ways employees in Singapore can career cushion

Robert Walters’ Kirsty Poltock offers some key tips for employees who find themselves on the threshold of a job transition.
Breaking down walls: Women ready to assume leadership roles in India

A vast majority of female employees in India are committed to advancing their careers, if only their employers do more to eliminate barriers.
BTS acquires SEAC to bolster SE Asia talent development footprint

Following a US$7.5 million acquisition, SEAC’s team of over 50 experts will join BTS, integrating into BTS Thailand and enhancing BTS Group’s solutions.
CHRO Indonesia 2024: HR leaders seek innovation amidst challenges

CHRO Indonesia 2024 will explore HR strategies, inclusive leadership, and advanced technologies to transform workplaces and drive success.
Employees in Singapore growing increasingly unhappy with jobs

Employees in Singapore prioritise long-term career satisfaction over high salaries yet face significant job-skills mismatches.