Career interruptions plague nearly 70% of married women in South Korea
In the first half of 2024, 1.22 million married women left the workforce, with child-rearing identified as the primary reason.
Is Singapore ready for a four-day workweek?
Kadence’s Dave Cairns highlights global successes as employers in Singapore grapple with four-day workweek challenges.
Japan clamps down on debilitating overworked culture
If passed, a proposed new bill will mandate employers to ensure that their employees do not work for 14 consecutive days or more.
Employees in Singapore have more scope to report discrimination
When enacted, new legislation will create a safer environment for employees to bring up workplace grievances, without fair of unfair repercussions.
How Asia-Pacific is embracing remote hiring for global talent
Barbara Matthews, Chief People Officer at Remote, shares how APAC organisations are redefining hiring strategies to build cross-border teams.
Aligning profitability with purpose: How APBS is inspiring a better world
At Asia-Pacific Breweries Singapore, fostering inclusivity and creating positive social impact beyond business operations is a priority.
Harnessing AI for a people-first approach to customer experience
As AI becomes integral to organisations, redefining roles to foster human-AI collaboration is crucial, says Angie Tay, Group COO and EVP of TDCX.
UOB invests in employee development to drive future success
UOB’s Dean Tong highlights the necessity of reskilling and upskilling employees to thrive amid rapid technological changes.
A four-day workweek? It’s not happening, say Singapore’s employers
An overwhelming majority of employers have rejected the notion of a four-day workweek, citing reasons like cost and loss of productivity.
Singapore’s AI growth: A game changer for talent management
The People Decoder’s Ksther Lim highlights Singapore’s rise as an AI hub, offering transformative opportunities for HR and talent management.
Building a culture of respect: Creating an inclusive work environment
Generali Hong Kong’s CEO highlights how the organisation has proactively taken steps to cultivate an inclusive working environment.
Smart tech and positive culture drives Canon’s workplace success
Canon Singapore’s Norman Ayob stresses that a people-centric work culture is key to retaining talent and driving organisational success.
Hiring and wage growth in Singapore to slow down in Q4
Hiring and wage growth are set to slow in Q4, despite strong Q3 employment gains in high-growth sectors like IT and healthcare.
Sustaining employee passion with job crafting
Job crafting empowers employees to shape tasks and goals, boosting engagement, satisfaction, and overall performance through sustained passion.
FedEx’s New VP for SEA leads efforts to strengthen people-first philosophy
In her new role, Bianca Wong will focus on creating an environment where employees are empowered to grow and thrive.
Grab employees told to return to office five days a week
Returning to a five-day work week aligns with Grab’s goals to do more for their mission and drive faster growth, says CEO Anthony Tan.
SHRI inspires shared responsibility via Hearts & Hands
SHRI’S new CSR initiative aims to build a legacy of positive change where shared responsibility is a cornerstone of sustainable success.
Cultivating psychological safety at work: Why Asia struggles to do it
Unlike their Western counterparts, Asian employees are less likely to speak up at work, even if doing so is beneficial to their organisation.
How Go-Ahead Singapore empowers its senior workforce
Go-Ahead Singapore is supporting senior employees with technology, wellness initiatives and flexible work opportunities.
HR Tech Asia 2025 ushers in a new era of HR innovation
HR Tech Asia 2025 is expanding to a four-day event showcasing the latest innovations in HR technology and workforce management.
Gen Z most anxious about AI job displacement
Many professionals fear AI will replace jobs, with Gen Z showing the highest anxiety by actively pursuing upskilling to stay competitive.
Taking a step towards safer and more inclusive roads in Singapore
Deliveroo Singapore’s Rider Safety Month champions road safety and inclusivity, and empowers riders to support persons with disabilities on shared roads.
Bridging the gap: Why organisations should prioritise mental health
It is in the best interest of organisations to provide improved workplace mental health support for an increasingly stressed workforce.
South Korea’s female workforce hits record 10 million
From January to August 2024, an average of 10.15 million women were employed each month, marking a historic workforce milestone.
Youth in distress: Singapore’s mental health challenge
With youth mental health challenges on the rise in Singapore, organisations are stepping up to foster supportive, resilient workplaces.
Employers, it’s time to reward and recognise your employees
Singapore’s National Wages Council has recommended that employers introduce wage increments, especially for lower-wage employees.
Lights, camera, action: Acting tops Singapore’s side hustle earnings
For freelancers in Singapore looking to bolster their income, acting is perhaps surprisingly the highest paying side hustle in town.
Why mental health should no longer be an afterthought for organisations
With more employees prioritising mental health, organisations must step up to demonstrate their commitment to their employees’ wellbeing.
Want employees to return to office? Give them a reason to do so
Unilateral return-to-office mandates are backfiring because organisations are failing to understand employees’ needs and preferences.
How Cathay United Bank elevates employee wellbeing
Cathay United Bank is prioritising employee wellbeing through a holistic approach that enhances engagement, mental health, and workplace culture.