Appreciation as leadership currency is a high-pressure era
The way that leadership circulates appreciation impacts organisational culture far beyond a moment of positive feedback.
AI reshapes workforce: Two-thirds of organisations expect steep decline in entry-level hiring
AI adoption is rapidly reshaping global workforces, slowing entry-level hiring and intensifying skills shortages as organisations race to redesign roles and reskill talent.
NWC guidelines push for wage flexibility and business transformation alongside mandated pay increases
The National Wages Council recommends pay increases of 5.5% to 7.5% for lower-wage workers in Singapore and encourages employers to adopt flexible pay structures and upskill employees.
Daily GenAI use linked to higher pay, productivity, and job security
Frequent GenAI users are seeing tangible benefits, reporting stronger performance and better career outcomes than non-users, PwC’s latest findings show.
Flying high on a new strategy: Cathay Pacific pivots from stability to empowerment to rebuild its workforce
Lynn See of Cathay Pacific champions flexible, purpose-driven employee experiences in Asia-Pacific, helping employees thrive both at work and in life.
Why time off may be the ultimate bonus for employee engagement
New research shows that rewarding employees with time off, rather than cash, makes them feel more valued, appreciated, and genuinely human.
Cracks in the system: Financial strain and payroll burnout threaten Singapore’s workforce
Half of Singapore’s workforce struggles financially, while payroll teams are overstretched, says Deel’s Karen Ng, underscoring the urgent need for payroll modernisation.
Indonesia to launch national internship programme with government-funded wages
A new government-backed internship scheme will place 20,000 graduates in companies, aiming to reduce unemployment and strengthen talent pipelines.
When wellbeing moves to the boardroom: Rethinking leadership for sustainable performance
WorkWell Leaders’ Anthea Ong urges CEOs and boards to prioritise organisational wellbeing as new research confirms it is the strongest driver of performance.
Five timely insights for HR leaders about the post-pandemic labour market
What began as a temporary crisis has evolved into lasting transformation, with permanently altered workforce dynamics that continue to reshape how organisations attract and retain talent.
Deel report warns mounting financial pressures on Hong Kong workforce, calls for payroll innovation
As Hong Kong competes for talent, Deel’s 2025 Payday Expectations Report warns payroll modernisation is key to easing financial pressures.
Malaysia incentivises hiring senior employees amid ageing population concerns
Malaysia targets ageing workforce challenges with tax perks for employers and restructured EPF withdrawals to ensure seniors’ income stability.
Grey matters: Why older employees are essential for talent success
Lorrie Lykins of i4cp says an agile talent strategy must include older employees—not as a nice-to-have—but as an irrefutable business necessity.
Organisations in Singapore brace for slower hiring and wage growth
Organisations face a cautious 2025 with slower hiring and wage growth expected as economic sentiment weakens, a Singapore Business Federation survey shows.
From fixed to flexible: Why Asia’s top talent expects benefits that move with them
As cross-border talent mobility rises, Jacklyn Tan of Howden highlights growing demand for benefits that are portable and flexible.
Inaugural CHRO Thailand to explore AI’s impact on workforce and leadership
CHRO Thailand 2025 debuts in Bangkok, bringing top HR leaders together to explore AI, innovation, and people-first transformation.
SIM’s blueprint for loyalty: How meaningful work drives long-term stay
Guided by Sara Yik, SIM defies job-hopping trends by cultivating purpose, inclusion, and continuous learning to retain top talent.
Global growth, simplified: Navigating cross-border expansion with confidence
Start-ups are scaling beyond borders, but doing so responsibly means building global teams with the right infrastructure, strategy, and support.
Asia-Pacific salary budgets inch up as organisations prioritise strategic talent investments
Strategic workforce planning gains traction as organisations prioritise targeted compensation, retention, and resilience across Asia-Pacific.
From chaos to control: Centralising global payroll with Remote
As organisations expand globally, managing payroll becomes a high-stakes challenge requiring precision, compliance, and a unified, tech-enabled solution.
Beyond the contract: How strategic benefits forge contractor loyalty in the blended workforce
Uncertainties, flexible workforce, contractor engagement, and compliance require a one-stop flexible solution for contractor management.
The ‘sandwich generation’ presents a growing caregiving crisis for HR
These caregivers of young kids and older parents face significant challenges that could affect their work performance. And the population is about to get a lot bigger.
Is Asia ready for a workplace revolution in reproductive health?
Cigna Healthcare’s Dr Dawn Soo urges organisations in Asia to recognise reproductive health, like endometriosis, as a legitimate workplace issue instead of a personal burden.
Doing more with less: Employers in Hong Kong rethink benefits as costs soar
Rising costs and talent pressures are driving employers in Hong Kong to rethink benefits, says WTW’s Eric Lam, with smarter spending now essential.
The borderless workforce: Navigating the new era of global hiring in Asia-Pacific
Remote work is reshaping talent strategies across Asia-Pacific, promoting organisations to embrace global hiring, integrated platforms, and flexible workforce models.
New Zealand boosts parental leave payments starting July
Working parents in New Zealand will receive increased paid parental leave from July 1, with weekly payments rising to NZ$788.66.
Beyond 60: Why HR holds the key to a human-centred retirement rethink
Raising the retirement age may ease fiscal strain—but as Jennifer Dunbar warns, it risks unbalancing lives without HR foresight.
Bill mandating P200 wage hike passed in the Philippines
The House of Representatives has approved a landmark P200 daily wage hike bill.
How DHL went from nosedive to sky high by lifting its people
Faced with financial collapse, DHL made a bold bet on people—not panic—and emerged stronger, prouder, and more profitable than ever.
Japan to launch five-year plan to boost wages and productivity in SMEs
Japan is launching a five-year plan to boost SME wages and productivity, targeting key industries with ¥60 trillion investment.