Importance of trust not reflected in organisational strategies
While building trust with stakeholders brings many benefits, many organisations are not doing enough to operationalise trust as a business priority.
GitHub tells employees to prepare to work from home permanently
The announcement comes as the tech company prepares to lay off 10% of its workforce through the end of the fiscal year.
Organisations in Singapore not quite ready to embrace the metaverse
While business leaders acknowledge the potential benefits of the metaverse, concerns remain over issues such as skills training, privacy, and costs.
Get fit and ahead: Exercise enhances work focus
Allowing employees short periods of time to exercise can increase focus and allow them to perform better at work, a new study has found.
NAB leads Australia’s drive to increase female participation in tech
The National Australia Bank (NAB) has launched an in-house version of She Builds CloudUp programme to boost gender diversity in tech.
Apple announces first Chief People Officer
The addition of Carol Surface represents the tech company’s first-ever appointment in the newly created position.
More employees in Singapore working beyond retirement age
31% of Singapore residents aged 65 and above are employed, with the majority earning less than S$2,500 (US$1,885) monthly.
Return to office work gains momentum in Japan
More organisations operating in Tokyo are planning to rent more office space to allow employees to return to the office.
Morgan Stanley makes leadership changes to strengthen SEA presence
David Aronovitch has been appointed to the role of CEO of South-East Asia, and Ronald Ong will helm the position of Chairman of South-East Asia.
Why employees should choose who they speak with to effect change
When voicing their opinions in the workplace, employees should consider if they are speaking with the most appropriate person.
Employees in Japan saw earnings soar in December 2022
Boosted by winter bonuses, wages in Japan rose to their highest level in nearly 26 years, Japan’s Labour Ministry has reported.
Lenovo recognised for championing gender equality in the workplace
The tech company’s efforts to build an inclusive and diverse workplace has been highlighted by the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index.
Visa makes key leadership changes in Asia Pacific
Chris Clarke will be Visa’s new Chairman, Asia Pacific, with Stephen Karpin taking over Clarke as Regional President, Asia Pacific.
Platform workers in Singapore to be protected against injury
A new advisory committee has been form to develop policies for work injury compensation and address key operational issues faced by platform workers.
Can TikTok allow organisations to better connect with employees?
TikTok offers a potential platform for HR teams to engage with young employees, improve onboarding processes and training programmes.
Rimini Street brings the weekend closer with new work model
Employees of Rimini Street will continue to work four days a week throughout 2023, as they have been doing since July 2022.
Why leaders should be the last to speak during meetings
For meetings to be effective and achieve their goals, employees should be encouraged to speak ahead of managers and leaders.
Moderate office noise in the office increases employee wellbeing
While excessive noise in the workplace can be a distraction, a lack of background sounds can be detrimental to employee health.
Malaysian minister advocates for more women in leadership roles
Through advocacy in government-linked and private firms, Malaysia wants to achieve the goal of 30% female representation in key decision-making roles.
Increase in off-hours work among employees in Taiwan
A survey by the Ministry of Labour found that more employees are having to spend more of their leisure time to address work-related issues.
Sony promotes Hiroki Totoki to President
Totoki’s appointment as President highlights his expertise in driving growth through business diversification and strategy planning.
What to avoid during a work-related video call
Many organisations still practice hybrid work, yet many employees may lack the insight on how to maintain professional etiquette.
Australia aims to create diverse female leadership in the workplace
The Women of Colour Executive Leadership Programme is launched to help diverse women advance their careers.
Employees in Japan allowed to pursue side careers
More firms in Japan are allowing their employees to take on second jobs to foster skills development and gain opportunities for career advancement.
Why your organisation should be prioritising DE&I
A failure to focus on DE&I lowers organisations’ standing among consumers and make them a less attractive proposition for employees.
Remote work leads to increased productivity
Employees working from home are using the time saved from not having to commute on increasing their productivity, says a new report.
More employees in Singapore chose to change jobs in 2022
The rise in career mobility is attributed to more employment opportunities and is most prevalent among employees aged 30 and below.
Is flexibility the solution for the future workplace?
Flexible working arrangements (FWAs) can help increase productivity and retain talent, but organisations need more support to implement them.
Microsoft Japan makes key leadership appointment
Miki Tsusaka has been named as the new President of Microsoft Japan and will lead key initiatives for Microsoft in Japan.
A workplace for all: Developing a culture of inclusivity
Juliana Tan, Human Resource Director, UNIQLO Singapore, shares the clothing apparel company’s strategies for creating a fulfilling work environment.