Global unemployment to worsen in 2024, says UN
The United Nations has warned that the rising global unemployment rate is exacerbated by ramifications from the pandemic, global crisis and other factors.
How AI can help boost salaries for employees
The rise of AI usage in the workplace can help employees use their time productively and fruitfully, boosting people’s careers, says CEO of Randstad.
Progressive wage policy in Malaysia will be applied with care
The progressive wage policy will not be implemented in Malaysia arbitrarily, and will take note of the needs of the economy and people.
Do RTO mandates actually raise productivity? Nope.
Return to office mandates are increasing in numbers. but the results on productivity and positive benefits do not outweigh the problems, says research.
Employees in Hong Kong would give up FWAs for a salary raise
Employees in Hong Kong are willing to give up their flexible working arrangements if their employers would agree to give them a pay rise to compensate.
How Procurify took on the four-day workweek
The four-day workweek was a cost-cutting solution for an organisation, but now their CEO says it has yielded great results for their employees.
Malaysia sees pay increases steadily rise in 2024
Salaries will continue to rise steadily in 2024 across certain industries, but challenges persist for organisations to attract new employees.
More employees seek better opportunities in 2024
The number of employees looking to change jobs in 2024 has increased, with most attributing the act to seeking higher pay and compensation
Thailand sees various new minimum wage rates go into effect
New minimum wage rates have now taken effect in Thailand across different regions, with different rate variations to accommodate the needs of these areas.
9 predictions that HR leaders need to take note in 2024
HR leaders must address shifting dynamics such as technology advances and workforce tensions in 2024, says new research from Gartner.
How great organisations cultivate attitudes to parental leave
More employers should be aware of the type of culture they have in the office to create a great attitude towards paid parental leave, an expert says.
Tech and finance jobs in strong demand for 2024 in Singapore
Top jobs in demand for 2023 and 2024 include finance, ICT, health and social services and professional services, say Singapore job experts.
Promotions have slowed. Why HR needs to pay attention
Despite all the complaints about the difficulty in hiring and retaining employees, are organisations enough to address the promotion decline?
All you (don’t) need in the workplace is toxic positivity
More employees are discussing what affects them at work, and the biggest detriment to working relationships between colleagues? Toxic positivity.
The one crucial step to do when applying for a new job
Job applicants would do well to add this crucial step to their application process when it comes to standing out from the crowd.
Wage increases top on wishlist for employees in South Korea
When it comes to what employees in South Korea want this year, across all sectors, the answer seems overwhelming: higher wages.
Large number of employees in the Philippines get wage hike
With wage hike orders implemented across 15 sectors across the Philippines, the governmental boards are hoping that this would correct wage distortions.
Gender wage gap narrows slowly in South Korea
South Korea faces a 70% gender wage gap with barriers like childcare and career breaks impeding equality progress.
Female employees see wider income gap in Malaysia
More needs to be done to address women’s participation in the workforce to boost their pay and address economic challenges.
Employees in Thailand seek non-monetary benefits in jobs
As Thailand shifts to a more digital-focused job market, more employees are shifting their focus to benefits beyond financial compensation.
Japan pushes for faster wage growth in 2024
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has called for accelerated wage growth in 2024, urging organisations to surpass this year’s increases.
Addressing emotional needs a key driver in employee retention
Employees are now prioritising emotional needs over traditional factors like pay and benefits for job satisfaction and retention, a study has found.
8 benefits areas HR is focusing on in 2024
What are some aspects of employee benefits that CHROs and HR leaders should look into and invest in the year ahead?
New Malaysia HR Minister unveils reform agenda
The inaugural Human Resources Policy aims to shape a resilient labour market to meet future challenges in Malaysia.
Thailand maintains modest minimum wage hike
Thailand affirms a minimum wage adjustment between 330 to 370 baht despite the Prime Minister’s push for higher thresholds.
Malaysia embraces gen AI amidst skills gap concerns
Gen AI’s flexibility potential is met with a skills gap challenge in Malaysia, as employers lag in providing essential training.
DOLE reminds employers of holiday pay rules for December
Employees who have to work during national holidays at the end of the year need to be paid fully, says the governmental department.
Work-life balance prioritised by employees in Vietnam
Employees in Vietnam are more likely to stay in organisations that prioritised work-life balance, a recent study showed.
Salary growth in Hong Kong stalls in 2024
Employers in Hong Kong are expected to prioritise cost control in 2024, leaving many employees sceptical about salary increases.
Employers in Singapore maintain bonus commitment
Larger organisations exhibit a trend towards generous bonuses, while a slight decline in 3%-5% salary increments is noted.