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.
Securing women’s place at work: Driving change and creating equity
Allianz’s #Shesecures programme is empowering female leaders to thrive at work and to be agents of change in their communities.
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.
Closing the gender gap in APAC: Elevating the system, not women
To foster an equitable work environment, organisations should set clear guidelines to support women aspiring to take on leadership positions.
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.
Nurturing connections: EX transcends the passion for coffee at Starbucks
At Starbucks, employee experience is about cultivating an organisational culture where employees feel valued and connected.
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.
What if your leaders are suffering from Asperger’s Syndrome?
There are strategies organisations can implement to empower employees with Asperger’s Syndrome to thrive in the workplace.
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.
Improve healthcare and empower people transformation with GenAI
Besides improving the quality of healthcare services, GenAI is also allowing IHH Healthcare Singapore to build a more effective and healthier workforce.
How conversational recruiting can supercharge talent acquisition
Conversational recruiting allows candidates to interact with AI, streamlining the hiring process and enhancing their experience.
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.
EX as a driver of workforce transformation: It’s all about people
Prioritising a people-centric approach and leveraging technologies can help organisations go a long way in creating winning EX strategies.
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.
Wage growth in Malaysia accelerates amidst economic expansion
Malaysia’s median wage surged to RM2,844 in March, reflecting labour market improvements, despite persistent gender wage disparities.