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.
BPMB boosts HR efficiency with Workday HCM deployment
Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhard (BPMB) accelerates its digital transformation with Workday HCM to enhance operational efficiency.
Improve healthcare and empower people transformation with GenAI
Besides improving the quality of healthcare services, GenAI is also allowing IHH Healthcare Singapore to build a more effective and healthier workforce.
How conversational recruiting can supercharge talent acquisition
Conversational recruiting allows candidates to interact with AI, streamlining the hiring process and enhancing their experience.
EX as a driver of workforce transformation: It’s all about people
Prioritising a people-centric approach and leveraging technologies can help organisations go a long way in creating winning EX strategies.
CHRO Indonesia 2024: HR leaders seek innovation amidst challenges
CHRO Indonesia 2024 will explore HR strategies, inclusive leadership, and advanced technologies to transform workplaces and drive success.
Employees in Singapore growing increasingly unhappy with jobs
Employees in Singapore prioritise long-term career satisfaction over high salaries yet face significant job-skills mismatches.
Legal compliance of surveillance: What employers need to know
Linklaters’ Laure de Panafieu provides guidelines that ensure that employee rights are not violated if work place surveillance is necessary.
HR’s human touch: Indispensable in the AI world
AI is transforming HR and increasing the need for human-centric skills such as empathy and critical thinking, says Speexx’s Armin Hopp.
How leaders are ‘getting played’ by the dark side of HR tech
Here is how candidates and employees may use tech to misrepresent themselves, falsify work and otherwise deceive and defraud businesses.
Four-day or six-day workweek? Why flexibility goes beyond just numbers
Understanding the specific needs and preferences of employees is crucial in defining flexible work, says Dr Jaclyn Lee, CHRO, Certis.
Cultivating a competitive edge through innovation and flexible work
Leadership’s role in shaping the future of work is vital for success, intertwining organisational and individual wellbeing, says SIG’s Angelina Chua.
Key moments in new hire onboarding that can drive employee retention
Research from Gartner has found that successful onboarding is driven by three key moments in the new hire journey.
How generative AI is empowering today’s workforce
Generative AI is transforming HR in Asia-Pacific by enhancing productivity and efficiency, and firms like DBS Bank and MAS have invested significantly in it.
Why the decentring of work can help centre employees’ needs
Workplace leaders who cling on to outdated leadership notions are missing an opportunity to drive impactful and lasting cultural change.
Building an inclusive and engaged workforce by putting people first
Maximising opportunities to unlock the full potential of every employee is one of HR’s key roles, says Indosat’s Irsyad Sahroni.