Almost one in three of Singapore’s bosses have demoted employees
A frequently-cited reason for the demotions involved employees who were promoted but struggled to succeed in their new roles.
Five more tips to supercharge your employees for workplace success
Following up from last week’s installment, five more steps to developing an integrated focus on the entire employee experience.
Introducing robotic process automation into people management
From banking to insurance, more and more industries are reaping the benefits of introducing robotic process automation to their operations.
How Gpayroll is redefining payroll in Asia-Pacific
HR technology isn’t just for the big boys – smaller companies can still gain the benefits of sleek and easy-to-use HR platforms.
How reliable is body language when hiring?
Examining body language is one reason for the prevailing preference for face-to-face interactions today, including job interviews.
The role of HR in organic business growth and M&As
The greatest source of failure in mergers and acquisitions comes from human capital, so strengthening and investing in HR is key.
Five tips to supercharge your employees for workplace success
How to develop an integrated focus on the entire employee experience so that your people have a productive, engaging, enjoyable work experience.
Six steps taken by Bridgestone Asia-Pacific to digitalise HR
Paul Choo, Bridgestone’s Vice-President for HR in the Asia-Pacific, highlights six key learnings from his HR team’s transformation journey.
Calling Asia-based HR for Global HR Systems Survey
The 22nd year of the comprehensive research project by Sierra Cedar is set to look specifically at the experiences of HR professionals in Asia-Pacific.
Diversity and inclusion is the key to business growth
Leaders need to start seeing D&I as part of the boardroom agenda and put in place policies that are able to create diverse and inclusive teams.
“Naked resignations” are a rising trend in Hong Kong
Hong Kong workers are increasingly leaving their previous jobs before securing a new offer, most commonly because they “could not stand” those jobs.
Going digital: Optimising HR functions across borders
A unified and digitalised HR system is an important enabler to optimise HR functions, says Paul Choo, Vice-President of HR for Bridgestone Asia-Pacific.
Thank You from the HR Festival Asia 2019 team!
We would like to hear about your recent experience at HR Festival Asia 2019, so that we can make next year’s event the best that it can be.
Are smart digital enabled workspaces the new norm?
The modern workforce today demands increased flexibility, and the ability to securely connect and collaborate from anywhere on any platform or device.
Leadership and mentorship go together
In a corporate setting, a true leader — regardless of designation — will inspire people to unleash their true potential and achieve a shared vision.
Building learning agility across an organisation: The three Cs
Curiosity, connection, and contextualisation will help organisations to define and build learning agility, says Deddi Tedjakumara.
Organisations in Asia-Pacific need to do more to drive integration
Most businesses in the region do not offer employees the soft skills training or flexible working policies needed to prepare for an inclusive workforce.
The changing mobility agenda in Asia-Pacific and beyond
Technology, flexibility, and humanity will be shaping mobility expectations and programmes in the year ahead, and beyond.
HRM Asia’s top five stories for May 2019
The inaugural HR Festival Asia had a big impact on HRM Asia readers last month – here are the top five stories from the event and beyond.
Five common myths that HR needs to let go of
The most common myths that HR professionals need to let go of as well as some facts that they should focus on instead, according to Arlene Wherrett.
Relationships with coworkers matter most for well-being at work
A third of your life is spent at work, but what determines your workplace well-being? A new international study investigates this question.
Asian employers can’t ignore the importance of an agile culture
For employers in Asia seeking a competitive edge with today’s shifting market demands and the millennial talent pool, agility has to come first.
Developing personal presence in employees
Personal presence isn’t just for business leaders – it is fundamentally about how we connect with others, and because of that, it is for everyone.
Diageo to offer 26 weeks of family leave
Diageo’s new global policy offers female employees in all markets a minimum of 26 weeks of fully paid maternity leave.
Getting millennials onboard the maritime industry
Competition for young talent is becoming increasingly stiff as young people are entering the workforce with greater expectations.
The challenges of personalised healthcare
A main challenge in personalised healthcare is the work that comes with improving or revamping existing models of corporate healthcare.
Operating as a global top employer in transformational times
The Head of HR for Growth and Emerging Markets at Takeda outlines the three core people management principles adopted by her team.
Millennials and Gen Zs unsettled about the future
Facing continuous technological and societal disruption, millennials and Gen Zs are skeptical of business’ motives and pessimistic about progress.
The rise of personalisation in corporate healthcare
Personalisation in corporate healthcare can help to nip problems in the bud and provide a holistic sense of care and well-being.
Five mistakes that turn corporate security awareness into a waste
The true purpose of security awareness training is not to raise awareness, but to change an employee’s behavior online.