Employees in Malaysia prioritise wellbeing and growth
Younger generations in Malaysia, notably Gen Z and Millennials, are increasingly concerned about career stagnation and job security.
Upskilling and reskilling to remain viably employed
Regardless of age or current skill levels, employees should always grab any opportunities to upgrade and improve themselves.
Ageing business leaders pose succession challenges in Japan
With leaders in organisations in Japan hitting an average age of 60.5, transitions remain scarce as only 3.8% successfully transitioned in 2023.
South Korea’s job growth slows to a three-year low
South Korea’s employment saw a modest rise, up 173,000 year-on-year in March, marking the lowest increase since February 2021.
The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore appoints new Director of HR
Audrey Lim will be overseeing as the Director of Human Resources at the Ritz Carlton, Millennia Singapore, and brings over 20 years of experience.
Unhappy today? Take a day off, says retail chain founder
A new policy from a retail chain founder regarding mental health days gives employees 10 extra days they can take at their own discretion.
South Korean conglomerates intensify efforts to support working parents
Amid South Korea’s declining fertility rates, major organisations like Samsung, Hyundai, LG and POSCO are enhancing support for working parents.
Stressed at work? Shred your anger away
A new study finds shredding negative feedback papers reduces anger, and highlights a link between writing and mood regulation.
Singapore sees increasing concern over pay transparency
Factors that shape the way organisations see pay equity in the country include job family, experience of the employees, and their gender.
How technology is revolutionising talent management
In the second of a two-part series, HRM Asia delves into why the transformative power of AI in HR is essential for navigating today’s business landscape.
Malaysia nears “full employment” as job market stays strong in 2024
The country’s labour market is poised to maintain stability with the unemployment rate holding firm at 3.3% in February 2024.
Leading the way with Power Talk at HR Tech Festival Asia 2024
Venture to the Power Talk Stage and learn great topics and subjects from organisations in 20 minutes for two days at the festival.
The Philippines clarifies employee rights during heatwaves
Employees are entitled to prioritise personal safety in extreme heat, justifying abstention from work, but without regular pay entitlement.
South Korea sees surge in workplace abuse reports
Verbal abuse accounted for 32.8% of workplace harassment incidents in South Korea, while HR-related improprieties accounted for 13.8%.
Mental health compensation granted by Japanese labour office
A woman in her 50s from Yokohama has been granted compensation for developing a mental disorder due to remote work overtime.
New website launched to share global concerns of employees
To help organisations with distributed workforces, Workplace Options has created a database of analysis of psychological safety in nine different countries
Aligning organisational wellbeing with strategic vision in Asia-Pacific
Asia’s work culture is undergoing transformation as firms adapt to a hybrid, multigenerational workforce to support employees.
HR innovations reshaping the work landscape
HR Tech Festival Asia 2024’s Work Reimagined content theatre offers expert strategies for growth and workplace transformation.
Employees in New Zealand have no desire to progress in their careers
With some employees contented to stay in their current job positions, this is causing a lack of career progression for others.
South Asia’s job availability cannot meet working population’s demands
Job availability within South Asia is unable to meet the rising number of employees entering the job market, says World Bank.
More employees in Singapore eye shorter workweek
More employees in Singapore are showing stronger desires for more flexibility in their work arrangements and time.
Communication breakdown hinders new hire training in Japan
The worry about overly criticising new employees has caused senior employees to become reticent in giving them feedback.
Unlocking your workforce’s potential in a changing world
The first of a two-part series, HRM Asia explores how HR technology can unlock workforce potential in a mobile talent pool.
Educated youths in India face bleak job market
Young graduates face unemployment rates nearly nine times higher than those with no schooling, according to a new ILO report.
FWAs can help reduce traffic congestion issues in the Philippines
The adoption of hybrid work arrangements in the country can help reduce economic losses that can amount to PHP6 billion by 2030.
Japan heats up recruitment with employment-linked internships
Intense competition in Japan is driving organisations to innovate, with internships emerging as the new battleground for attracting young talent.
Australia pushes minimum wage increase to address gender pay gap
The government emphasises women’s overrepresentation in low-wage positions and advocates for an increase in minimum wage.
Index to track women-friendly workplace policies launched in Asia
The first of its kind in the region, the Women Workplace Index will collect data from multiple firms into a publicly accessible database.
Employees in Japan fatigued over cherry blossoms viewing
Employees are citing events such as these as similar to “work” and would prefer to not use their free time taking part in them.
Malaysia faces STEM talent drain as salaries stagnant
Amidst Malaysia’s evolving job landscape and the rise of the gig economy, stagnant salaries threaten to undermine STEM talent retention.