DOLE reminds employers of holiday pay rules for December

Employees who have to work during national holidays at the end of the year need to be paid fully, says the governmental department.
Drop in remote work among employees in Australia

While more employees are working from the office, the rate of employees working from home is expected to remain steady.
Singapore labour market shows signs of cooling as job vacancies decline

Job vacancies in Singapore dip to 78,400 in September 2023, down from 126,000 in March, with growth sectors playing a pivotal role.
Work-life balance prioritised by employees in Vietnam

Employees in Vietnam are more likely to stay in organisations that prioritised work-life balance, a recent study showed.
Gossip at work? Go ahead, it’s beneficial to your employees

Workplace gossip can be a factor in reducing employee turnover and boosting positive feelings amongst employees.
Breaking the silence: How to boost meeting participation

Improve participation in meetings by reshaping structures and encouraging preparedness to address organisational challenges.
Salary growth in Hong Kong stalls in 2024

Employers in Hong Kong are expected to prioritise cost control in 2024, leaving many employees sceptical about salary increases.
CHRO Singapore: Elevating HR leadership for future-ready workforce

The evolving work landscape, technology, and organisational culture were key topics HR leaders discussed at CHRO Singapore.
Why empathy is the missing link in leadership

The importance of empathy in fostering innovation and engagement faces challenges as managers have difficulty expressing it effectively.
Strategies to fix broken work communication

Common communication challenges occur, and leaders must address them head-on for better synergy between teams.
Malaysia unveils strategic report to close workforce talent gaps

Key industry and academia leaders in Malaysia have joined forces through the Industry-Academia Collaborative initiative.
Employers in Singapore maintain bonus commitment

Larger organisations exhibit a trend towards generous bonuses, while a slight decline in 3%-5% salary increments is noted.
Employers legally responsible for preventing sexual harassment at work

The Australian Human Rights Commission is now legally empowered to enforce rules to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.
Taiwan sees average monthly wages rise in recovery

Taiwan continues to enjoy rising employment, but at slower rates due to the rise in inflation amid post-pandemic recovery.
Minimum wage hike stalled in Thailand

Thailand’s PM Srettha Thavisin expressed dissatisfaction with the wage hike proposed, deeming it insufficient to tackle living costs.
Facilities for disabled people in Japan face serious labour shortage

Due to the rising ageing population and low wages, labour shortages in facilities for disabled people are increasing.
Malaysia eyes reforms to reduce reliance on foreign employees in 2024

The country plans to develop a support system, addressing MSMEs concerns before implementing progressive wage policies.
Multiple trade unions can help in wage talks, says Malaysian ex-MP

Having more than one trade union would be helpful in creating a competitive environment to battle for employee rights, a former MP opined.
Indonesia expands self-employment opportunities programme

The Self-employed Workers (TKM) programme fosters entrepreneurship, empowering informal employees to create avenues for success.
Seniors fill majority of new jobs in South Korea

South Korea’s job market sees a shift as seniors secure over half of the new positions in 2022, while young talent claims a minimal share.
How to defeat microaggressions in the workplace

A new research study revealed the parties most affected by microaggressions in the workplace, and solutions to tackle and remedy the situation.
Salaried jobs fall in Australia between October and November

Statistics reveal that the number of payroll jobs between Australian states fell as temporary jobs created during the period end.
JobStreet by SEEK revolutionise HR landscape with AI technology

The AI platform streamlines talent matching with AI-recommended screening questions, enhancing efficiency for employers.
More women willing to invest in upskilling than men in India

Female professionals are more willing to put in time and effort than men to take on courses that will position themselves in leadership roles.
Civil servants first with new remuneration scheme in Malaysia

To address economic issues faced in the country, Malaysia’s Prime Minister is reviewing salaries of employees, starting with civil servants.
Workplaces in Australia urged to prioritise wellbeing

Organisations of varying sizes experience disparities in psychological safety and training perceptions among their employees.
HR leaders unite at CHRO Singapore to reimagine the future of work

Opening tomorrow, CHRO Singapore will equip HR leaders with transformative strategies and tech insights to navigate 2024.
Work-life balance a priority for employees in Thailand

Employees in Thailand continue to seek jobs that push for work-life balance and wellbeing, and leaders can do more to push for organisational change.
Singapore revamps national AI strategy for global leadership

The National AI Strategy 2.0 focuses on talent development and infrastructure to position the country at the forefront of the evolving AI landscape.
More employees working onsite amidst return to office mandates

More leaders are urged to create positive hybrid work experiences to encourage more people back to the office, as the number of people working onsite rises.