Identifying gaps and empowering employees to learn new skills
Of all the emerging HR trends for 2024, upskilling and reskilling the workforce may hold the key to organisational success, says JLL’s Ruth Gellert-Neale.
How AI can impact the global economy and employees
AI can vary in its impact on different global markets and the IMF has developed an analysis of how different economies can cope with this technology.
Minimum wage rate in India to rise before general elections
The minimum wage in India looks to increase before the elections in India, with committees looking to increase the rate to accommodate people’s lifestyles.
The six factors that drive staff turnovers at work
Managers need to identify the six major factors that are behind the reasons employees leave and how to manage them to retain headcount.
Progressive wage policy needs details ironed out, says MEF
Housekeeping matters need to be sorted out before the progressive wage policy is implemented across Malaysia, said the Malaysia Employers Federation.
Average rate of wages in Taiwan rose at end of 2023
Taiwan’s average monthly wages continue to see an increase within the last few months, especially in areas like the industrial and services sector.
Employers in South Korea likely to hire more in 2024
Employers in South Korea will be hiring more employees for jobs in 2024, with many looking for people in on-site roles.
Global unemployment to worsen in 2024, says UN
The United Nations has warned that the rising global unemployment rate is exacerbated by ramifications from the pandemic, global crisis and other factors.
Too much psychological safety detrimental to work performance
Psychological safety may have its benefits but high levels of this can be a counterproductive to the work performance of the employees.
How AI can help boost salaries for employees
The rise of AI usage in the workplace can help employees use their time productively and fruitfully, boosting people’s careers, says CEO of Randstad.
Progressive wage policy in Malaysia will be applied with care
The progressive wage policy will not be implemented in Malaysia arbitrarily, and will take note of the needs of the economy and people.
South Korea’s employment rate slow but at an all-time high
The rate of hiring in South Korea may have slowed in comparison to past months, but the country’s employment rate has reached its highest.
Re-skilling, upskilling? Why not focus on pre-skilling?
Organisations should look into hiring employees who have demonstrated the desire to keep learning and wanting to grow into their careers through time.
Do RTO mandates actually raise productivity? Nope.
Return to office mandates are increasing in numbers. but the results on productivity and positive benefits do not outweigh the problems, says research.
Employees in Hong Kong would give up FWAs for a salary raise
Employees in Hong Kong are willing to give up their flexible working arrangements if their employers would agree to give them a pay rise to compensate.
How Procurify took on the four-day workweek
The four-day workweek was a cost-cutting solution for an organisation, but now their CEO says it has yielded great results for their employees.
Your smartphone can reduce stress experienced at work
Tracking two groups of employees within one organisation, research has found that personal phone use helped reduce stress.
Malaysia sees pay increases steadily rise in 2024
Salaries will continue to rise steadily in 2024 across certain industries, but challenges persist for organisations to attract new employees.
DHL Express announces several key changes in APAC leadership
DHL Express sees several strategic changes and appointments within the Asia Pacific region in order to promote and cultivate continued growth.
More employees seek better opportunities in 2024
The number of employees looking to change jobs in 2024 has increased, with most attributing the act to seeking higher pay and compensation
Can air quality in the workplace affect your work quality?
Air quality at work does not just affect the health of employees, but also the ability to create solutions at work, new research from NTU shows.
Thailand sees various new minimum wage rates go into effect
New minimum wage rates have now taken effect in Thailand across different regions, with different rate variations to accommodate the needs of these areas.
9 predictions that HR leaders need to take note in 2024
HR leaders must address shifting dynamics such as technology advances and workforce tensions in 2024, says new research from Gartner.
How great organisations cultivate attitudes to parental leave
More employers should be aware of the type of culture they have in the office to create a great attitude towards paid parental leave, an expert says.
What some recruiters are getting wrong during interviews
Recruiters are making common mistakes in the interview process, and employers should take note of them to find better candidates and reduce hiring bias.
Using your physical surroundings for better productivity
Research from the Arizona State University is recommending how employees can enhance their physical surroundings for effective work.
How leaders can help their employees recharge
Leaders must take charge in helping their employees become rejuvenated and re-energised for the sake of the organisation and productivity.
Tech and finance jobs in strong demand for 2024 in Singapore
Top jobs in demand for 2023 and 2024 include finance, ICT, health and social services and professional services, say Singapore job experts.
All you (don’t) need in the workplace is toxic positivity
More employees are discussing what affects them at work, and the biggest detriment to working relationships between colleagues? Toxic positivity.
The one crucial step to do when applying for a new job
Job applicants would do well to add this crucial step to their application process when it comes to standing out from the crowd.