Report: Millennials reeling from ‘unrealistic’ workplace demands
Work/life imbalance and data overload can cause younger employees to feel mentally fatigued, a new US survey has found.
Digitally mature’ employers have innovation edge
As digitally maturing companies invest more in innovation, they are achieving critical transformation quicker than early-stage companies.
Can HR Be the ‘Marie Kondo’ of the Workforce?
With an economic slowdown possibly looming on the horizon, taking on workforce productivity is a golden opportunity for HR.
HR technology tools: Intelligence is everything
Futurist and technology commentator John Sumser took the Plenary Stage to highlight the immense potential of technology in HR, and also its dangers.
At Google, everything starts with an optimistic mindset
Google’s “Chief Innovation Evangelist” says true business transformation starts from the mindset of all employees.
12 ways to get fired from a Chief HR Officer role
Worried for your job at the top of your organisation’s HR tree? Emerging tech commentator John Sumser says there are 12 reasons you might be right.
How HR can become a cybersecurity ninja
Cybersecurity today has left the tech silo and is moving into the business front lines, where HR must play a key role in the people side of implementation.
When leadership development misses the mark
New research has found leadership development programmes are not creating the transformational leaders that businesses need today.
IBM to collaborate with wearables companies to improve worker safety
IBM is collaborating with wearables companies to monitor worker safety in hazardous environments, using Internet of Things technologies.
Employees want to feel like they’re part of a family
The study also found that employees are starting to question their own company’s corporate mission and values.
Goldman Sachs ditches single-use plastic in offices
Starting last week, the US bank ditched throw-away plastic items like water bottles or silverware in its offices and cafeterias.
A quarter of US employed at risk from automation by 2030
According to a new report, the jobs most at risk are those in office administration, production, transportation, and food preparation.
Young people to Davos leaders: More jobs, please
A UNICEF poll of 10,000 young people from more than 160 countries has a stark message: “We need more jobs and better education.”
Under Armour appoints new Chief People and Culture Officer
After a controversy last year over a reportedly ‘hedonistic’ culture, Under Armour has appointed a new head of people and culture.
Elon Musk’s Tesla to slash more than 7,000 jobs
In a bid for profitability, electric car maker Tesla will be cutting seven percent of its workforce, per an announcement by CEO Elon Musk.
Verizon offers voluntary severance packages to departing employees
Verizon cuts 10,400 jobs out of 44,000 eligible employees in a “voluntary separation program,” as part of cost cutting measures.
Trump resort worker has no regret speaking out about abuse
A Trump resort worker living in the US illegally says she does not regret speaking out about experiencing workplace abuse.
Thomson Reuters to axe 3,200 jobs worldwide
Layoffs at Thomson Reuters will trim 12% of the media giant’s workforce, and eliminate 3,200 jobs to streamline the business and reduce costs.
Business leaders in Singapore struggle to balance demands
Business leaders are struggling to cope with the diverse demands of employees, customers and the wider society.
General Motors to cut more than 14,000 jobs across North America
General Motors will conduct several plant closures across the US and reduce its salaried workforce by more than 14,000 employees.
China leads the world in hiring AI talents
China and the US are leading the way in AI employment globally, with China topping the list with just over 12,000 job listings.
Wage growth experiencing worst slowdown despite robust economy
Wage growth in 2017 slowed to its lowest rate since 2008, despite solid economic growth and falling unemployment in major economies.
HR has drifted off-course, and it’s time to take stock
Many HR business units are suffering under the weight of expectations from both the business and employees.
Elon Musk video triggers NASA safety review of SpaceX and Boeing
NASA has demanded a safety review of the workplace culture at SpaceX and Boeing, after a video of SpaceX CEO Elon Musk smoking pot appeared.
Singapore tops Asia-Pacific nations in talent competitiveness
According to the IMD World Talent Ranking 2018, Singapore leads the Asia-Pacific pack, followed by Hong Kong and Malaysia.
Under Armour to employees: no more hedonism on company dime
The American sports apparel giant told employees that it would no longer expense “adult entertainment, limousine services and gambling.”
In Pictures: Google employees around the world stage walkout
The #GoogleWalkout saw more than 1,000 Googlers stage a short mid-day walkout to protest sexual harassment and inequality.
Google employees plan walkout against “workplace bro” culture
The “woman’s walk” has been organised in response to the company reportedly protecting employees who face allegations of misconduct.
Remote working is increasingly popular around the world
A new report reveals remote work has made significant progress across the globe and has positive impact on employee satisfaction.
Infographic: Why employees lose their motivation
The top three demotivators of the workplace are lack of recognition, feeling invisible or undervalued, and bad managers.