2 Cents: The mental health imperative in performance
Organisations that prioritise employee wellbeing can unlock higher productivity and foster a resilient workforce.
Why meaningful exit interviews can be a key talent retention strategy
Turning mundane and uninspiring exit interviews into purposeful and impactful ones can be critical for long-term organisational success.
Coda’s recipe for a thriving culture: Inclusion, growth, and wellbeing
At Coda, a thriving workplace culture drives success in digital payment and enhances employee wellbeing, recognition, and collaboration.
How a cultural evolution is driving SingPost’s digital success
While many organisations focus on digital innovation, Singapore Post prioritises employee wellbeing and upskilling in its transformation.
Asia CHRO Spotlight: Sanjoy Shaw of Givaudan
An experienced HR leader, Givaudan’s Sanjoy Shaw discusses evolving HR roles, challenges, and his passion for cultivating a high-performance culture.
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.
The art of building a sustainable ‘people and culture’ strategy
Png Kim Meng, CEO, Singapore, NTT DATA, identifies three core factors that will help drive a sustainable people culture in APAC organisations.
From resilience to growth: Strategic priorities for CHROs in Asia
CHROs today must innovate in driving business growth, talent development, and meaningful employee experiences.
Reigniting organisational creativity with the power of leading by design
Leading by design and design thinking can help transform HR practices and drive organisational success, writes Ruth Gellert-Neale.
How Sony Music is reimagining performance management
Sony Music Entertainment is evolving performance management with continuous feedback that aligns employee goals with strategic objectives.
Do employees really leave managers, not organisations?
Is a fulfilling work environment shaped more by the job itself or by the quality of management? The debate continues.
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.
Time to work and play: Is workcation the next extension of hybrid working?
The concept of work and leisure at locations around the world may not be a pipe dream, if boundaries are drawn and key steps taken.
How Thales is redefining success in the business world
Thales’ Frederic Gaubert shares insights on how the firm’s commitment to diversity, sustainability, and social responsibility is transforming its workplace.
Is AI the new gatekeeper? Bias concerns rise
Generative AI is reshaping HR, but Elvin Goh of Nanyang Polytechnic warns that without oversight, it could amplify biases in hiring.
Healthy work-life balance top factor for talent retention
A recent HRM Asia poll highlighted how firms that support work-life balance through flexible work options can create happier employees.
Navigating change by overcoming resistance and fostering resilience
With a focus on social sustainability, organisations can develop resilience and agility that can help their people thrive in the face of change.
Leveraging employee engagement to drive workforce transformation
Effective communication, technology, and driving purpose are all tools that can elevate employee engagement for organisations.
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.
Rethinking talent and compensation in a shifting economic landscape
Workplaces have redefined employee wellness and flexibility while challenging traditional compensation models, writes Carta’s Bhavik Vashi.
Closing the gender gap in APAC: Elevating the system, not women
To foster an equitable work environment, organisations should set clear guidelines to support women aspiring to take on leadership positions.
Why organisations have got the RTO debate all wrong
Instead of caring about where employees work, leaders should devote more time to support employees in achieving their key objectives.
DBS reinforces commitment to innovation and employee growth
Bridging divides, maintaining competitiveness, and fostering meaningful employee engagement remain key focus points for DBS.
Nurturing connections: EX transcends the passion for coffee at Starbucks
At Starbucks, employee experience is about cultivating an organisational culture where employees feel valued and connected.
Digital overload taking a toll on employees
Fear of missing out (FoMO) and an information overload are linked to stress and burnout, a study from the University of Nottingham has revealed.
Bullying epidemic: Asia’s workplace under siege
Workplace bullying in Asia demands urgent action as Anthro Insights’ Dr Issac Lim highlights its severe impact on employee health and productivity.
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.
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.
What if your leaders are suffering from Asperger’s Syndrome?
There are strategies organisations can implement to empower employees with Asperger’s Syndrome to thrive in the workplace.
More fathers in Japan encouraged to take paternity leave
Japan’s paternity leave rate jumps to a record 30%, fuelled by government mandates and a growing desire for work-life balance among young employees.