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.
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.
How Singapore’s tourism industry is tackling labour shortages
RWS and SUTL are addressing labour shortages with upskilling initiatives and sustainability-focused roles to align tourism with green goals.
Want to tackle mental health but unsure what to do? Help is on the way
By the first quarter of 2025, a set of guidelines will help employers in Singapore better support employees with mental health challenges.
Sentosa embarks on workforce transformation
Sentosa has launched initiative to upskill 15,000 employees, equipping them with sustainability, digital, and future-ready tourism skills.
Transforming work culture: Key takeaways from CHRO Singapore
At CHRO Singapore 2024, top HR professionals gathered to explore flexible work and strategies to enhance employee wellbeing in today’s workplace.
Singapore expands workforce support with new initiatives
The Ministry of Manpower is expanding support for Singapore’s middle-class workforce and top talent with new career development tools.
Pioneering flexibility and compliance in the evolving Asian workforce
Dayforce is continuing to demonstrate how it is making work life better for organisations in Asia through their people and technology.
Climbing new heights for corporate culture and CSR
Forvis Mazars’ Summit for a Cause exemplifies how corporate social responsibility and teamwork can drive both personal growth and community impact.
RTO will not increase workplace collaboration, Amazon told
Australian software company Atlassian has refuted Amazon’s claims that being physically in office is necessary to improve workplace collaboration.
Empowering lifelong learning: A dual approach to adult education
The IAL’s new Adult Learning Collaboratory aims to revolutionise workforce development through innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Employee experience is the way to win Singapore’s talent war
By harnessing the power of data, organisatons can create a truly employee-centric culture and unlock the potential of their workforce.
Flexible work arrangements – To do more or not to do
Singapore’s SBS Transit strives to boost inclusivity and adaptability, while addressing workforce challenges and enhancing employee options.
New bill to transform Singapore’s gig economy with stronger protections
NTUC Assistant Secretary-General Yeo Wan Ling calls the Platform Workers Bill a crucial step in strengthening protections for the gig workforce.
Championing workforce development and corporate responsibility
Jerrica Chooi, Country Holding Officer at ABB Singapore, highlights the organisation’s dedication to cultivating a future-ready workforce.
Building a better future: Business as a force for good
NVPC’s Lin Sufei discusses Singapore’s growing emphasis on corporate purpose and how the agency drives social impact within the business community.
Balancing the human touch with digital transformation
Amidst Singapore’s high turnover and flexible work mandates, HR Path’s Lee Teck Seng highlights the importance of adaptability and GenAI.
Singapore’s parental leave policies foster a family-friendly workforce
Singapore’s enhanced parental leave policies aim to support working parents while encouraging greater father involvement.
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.
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.
DBS reinforces commitment to innovation and employee growth
Bridging divides, maintaining competitiveness, and fostering meaningful employee engagement remain key focus points for DBS.
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.