Productive and happier, employees on four-day workweek declare
Organisations taking part in a four-day workweek trial have seen employees working less hours, without any compromise to their productivity.
Looking to hire? Try turning to former employees
Many employees in Singapore are willing to return to their previous employers if the conditions are right, and employers are welcoming them back.
Elevating wages key component of Malaysia’s new economy plan
Over the next decade, the government will focus on raising minimum wage to match costs of living, as well as increasing female workforce representation.
Retrenchments in Singapore dip amidst modest employment growth
While the number of layoffs decreased after three consecutive quarters of increase, fewer companies are looking to hire over the next three months.
Organisations in Japan offer restricted stock to attract talent
Organisations like Sony and Renesas Electronics are turning employees into stakeholders to foster loyalty and drive organisational success.
Taiwan’s job market sees increased demand for AI-related roles
Demand for AI expertise is surging as employers seek individuals proficient in ChatGPT, Midjourney, and Stable Diffusion.
Rethinking employee benefits to attract and retain talent
As the talent war continues to intensify, employers in Malaysia are looking to invest in benefits that differentiate them from the competition.
Measuring social impact with a philanthropy framework
Singapore’s National Council of Social Service has created a new sustainable philanthropy guideline that guides organisations on their charitable work.
Minimum wage in South Korea set for hike in 2024
The minimum wage has been set at 9,860 won (US$7.80), resulting in a monthly salary of nearly 2.07 million won (US$1,638) for employees.
Nationwide wage hike remains on track in the Philippines
The Philippines’ Senate continues to consider nationwide wage hikes in response to public demand for fair compensation.
Employment among senior women grows in South Korea
As of June 2023, there are 1.91 million salaried women in their 60s in South Korea, which has contributed to a rise in female employment rates.
Singapore creates representation group to protect gig employees
A new set of recommendations aims to better resolve disagreements between gig employees and platform operators in 2024.
Pay remote employees more, says Australian union
The argument was made in response to a proposal by former Victorian Premier Jeff Kennett to reduce the salaries of public employees who work from home.
Malaysia proposes progressive wage model to bridge salary gap
As part of the proposed model, mandatory salary increments will be introduced annually to address wage inequality.
AI increases risk of unemployment in OECD countries
More must be done to help employees who may be adversely impacted as the use of AI in the workplace increases, says the OECD.
More employees in Singapore working unpaid hours
In the Asia-Pacific region, Singapore ranks high on the number of unpaid hours, leading to an unhealthy work-life balance for employees.
Improving mental health through mindfulness practice
Employees who take part in mindfulness exercises are less likely to experience anxiety and depression symptoms compared to those who do not.
Redefining of casual work in Australia spark concerns over flexibility and pay
Changes to casual work risk exclude individuals with regular work patterns, reducing flexibility and pay for university students, retirees, and others.
Concerns over inadequate retirement savings in Malaysia
Only 30% of active members and 18% of total members meet the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) retirement savings benchmark.
Inflation worries after minimum wage enforced in Malaysia
The country’s minimum wage enforcement raises inflation risk, but the government is aiming for wage-price balance to help cope with the cost of living.
How SMBs can use tech to make HR strategic
Stacey Harris shares some useful tips on how small-to-medium sized businesses can develop HR tech strategies that align with their business strategies.
One million employees in Metro Manila to receive pay hike
The daily minimum wage is set to increase from P570 to P610, benefitting non-agricultural employees who will earn the new rate starting 16 July 2023.
Supporting thriving employees in remote workplaces
Remote workplaces are more likely to be successful when employers prioritise employee interests, encourage independence, and foster collaboration.
Minimum wage raise in South Korea could see unemployment spike
South Korea’s minimum wage hike may result in significant job losses, especially among young and low-income employees, a lobby group has warned.
Consistency in defining wages called for in Malaysia
The Malaysian Employers Federation is calling for a clear definition of wages, as its current ambiguity is causing mismatched salaries for employees.
Japan presents positive employment market after 11-month stagnation
Japan’s jobless rate declined in April as employment trends continued to improve, supported by raising wages.
Navigating today’s workplace: Prioritising employee well-being
Expedia’s annual vacation deprivation report unveiled that 70% of Singapore employees felt more burnt out than they did in previous years.
Prioritise mental health for a stronger workforce, employers in Malaysia told
To boost productivity and business results, employers must prioritise their employees’ mental wellbeing, says a NGO in Malaysia.
Malaysia plans to publish quarterly salary statistics
Such a move, said the government, will address low salary payments and create a fair and dynamic labour market.
Japan focuses on accelerating wage growth in fiscal 2023
Investment in human resources development and the reskilling of employees will also be priorities as the government looks to achieve economic growth.