Retaining top talent a key priority for HR leaders
Organisations are providing learning opportunities and offering flexible work arrangements to keep their best employees.
Stay at home if you are sick, Victoria state tells employees
The Sick Pay Guarantee scheme allows casual and contract employees to access up to 38 hours a year of sick and carer’s pay.
Online personal branding boosts employability for Gen Z
Personal branding strategies for Gen Z jobseekers include self-reflection, communication, and digital footprint management.
Flexibility and technology key for remote work to succeed
With the right support, remote and in-office employees can perform tasks of similar quality and quantity, according to the University of Missouri.
Australia considers nationwide four-day workweek trial
The four-day workweek is part of a raft of recommendations made by the Senate work and care committee to improve employees’ work-life balance.
Employees in New Zealand want more WFH opportunities
Aspirations for flexible work arrangements and a better quality of life are motivators for New Zealanders to choose to work from home.
Equality bill receives support in the Philippines
Government agencies have endorsed the Sogie equality bill, which includes provisions to protect against gender-based workplace discrimination.
Know your employee’s personality before designing office space
Workspace design that prioritises the employee’s personality and environment may boost their productivity and satisfaction.
Singapore considers re-employment support for retrenched employees
The scheme aims to ensure that jobseekers find jobs that most accurately match their skillset and offer the best growth opportunities.
More security safeguards needed for global payroll systems
With more global organisations hit by cybersecurity breaches in recent times, more payroll leaders are recognising the importance of data security.
Paessler names new leaders to boost APAC and Americas growth
Paessler welcomes Tobias Jaenchen as Vice President Asia-Pacific and Americas, and Manuela Roth as Global Channel and Key Account Manager.
Attracting and retaining the best talent with design thinking
Dr CJ Meadows will be at HR Tech Festival Asia 2023 to explain why design thinking is becoming a top priority for high-performing HR teams today.
Japan’s real wages experiences biggest drop in almost a decade
Despite the government’s efforts to push for higher pay, real wages for employees has continued to fall because of inflation.
How organisations can build a culture of equity
Prioritising female employees’ health and safety can help organisations create an open and supportive work culture.
Hybrid work empowering women in the workforce
The option of hybrid work has given women the flexibility to make key decisions to advance their careers, while achieving better work-life balance.
#IWD2023: Embracing equity and equality as cultural cornerstones
Patsy Ng, Vice President for Human Resources – Asia-Pacific at Hilton, discusses her strategies on cultivating a culture of equity.
#IWD2023: Achieve gender equity by acknowledging the roles women play
Koh Yan Ping, CEO of Singapore Council of Women’s Organisations (SCWO), outlines strategies to promote gender equity in Singapore.
More flexibility for employees in South Korea to choose when to work
Plans to revise the current 52-hour workweek will afford employees more control over how they manage their working hours.
Gender imbalance fuels skills shortages in Australia’s workforce
Australia has set targets to increase women’s participation in male-dominated industries to address skills shortages.
#IWD2023: Technology holds the key to achieving gender equity
Aisha Islam, Senior Vice President and Head of Customer Solutions Centre, Mastercard, shares insights on empowering women in the workplace.
#IWD2023: Ensuring equity and respect for all employees
Shylaja Bhat, Director HR Business Partner – Platform Foundation, HERE Technologies, discusses her strategies in prioritising equity and respect.
Workday promotes Paul Henaghan to drive regional growth
He brings over 20 years of enterprise tech experience to his new role as President of Asia-Pacific and Japan, leading Workday’s regional sales efforts.
Empowering HR teams to build a more supportive work culture
Many HR professionals in Singapore are experiencing burnout and need more mental wellbeing support from their organisations, according to a new survey.
#IWD2023: Uncovering bias the first step for inclusive workplaces
Alyssa Wang, HR Director, Asia-Pacific, ADM, elaborates on DE&I through equitable hiring and empowering women to lead.
#IWD2023: Inclusion should be a mindset for everyone
Evelyn Tay, VP of Comms, Sustainability and Public Affairs, foodpanda, highlights her focus on promoting employee wellbeing and sustainability initiatives.
Fostering an inclusive and resilient job market in Singapore
Employees in Singapore have been encouraged to prioritise their career development by improving their skills to stay competitive and relevant.
#IWD2023: Creating a gender-inclusive workplace
Lee Minjoo, Head of Marketing, Deliveroo Singapore, shares strategies for creating a culture of ownership and inclusivity.
#IWD2023: Empower all individuals to embrace equity
Gillian Tan, COO of Jebsen & Jessen Packaging, shares how her organisation is cultivating diversity and providing equitable pathways for women.
NSW moves to empower more women in the workforce
The Australian state has introduced a new programme aimed at providing more opportunities for women to thrive in the workplace.
Amazon employees remain divided over return-to-office policy
A group of employees have rallied behind the call to return to office, after a bigger group had rejected Amazon’s attempts to wind down remote work.