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Can hard, continuous, repetitive work reduce dementia?

Repetitive grinding can not just boost careers but also protect employee cognition and prevent dementia.
Samsung and SK Group’s six-day week for execs raises concerns

Samsung and SK Group’s imposition of a six-day workweek for executives has sparked concern over employee wellbeing and corporate culture norms.
Calls for strong flexible work laws in Malaysia

A labour group in Malaysia has stressed the need to revise regulations, citing employer dominance in work arrangement decisions.
Malaysia enacts flexible working arrangements for employees

Malaysia’s Minister of Human Resources Steven Sim has reaffirmed employees’ rights to flexible work arrangements and urged for employers’ compliance.
Strong social connections key to expat success

Compared to their home-based peers, employees who live and work overseas are more likely to excel in fostering connections and enthusiasm at work.
AI skills set to boost productivity and wages in New Zealand

Employees in New Zealand will be expected to use AI in their workplace, yet organisations are unable to hire employees with the required skillsets.
Measurement of employee performance lags despite recognition

While many organisations are looking into finding better ways to categorise employee performance, they are still not meeting expectations.
Can AI coaching guide HR leaders through high-stakes work situations?

How can leaders find ways to train and respond during work issues, and how can AI help them develop problem-solving skills?
Employees in Australia can double their annual leave in a new proposal

Employees could apply for more work flexibility at the expense of their pay in a new plan supported by employers and unions.
Private sector in the Philippines urged to adopt earned wage access

Expanding earned wage access can alleviate financial burdens for employees in the Philippines, combatting widespread financial challenges.
The importance of communication between managers and employees

Feedback from employees is not just a ‘nice to have’, but is fast becoming an imperative for all organisations.
Employees in Malaysia prioritise wellbeing and growth

Younger generations in Malaysia, notably Gen Z and Millennials, are increasingly concerned about career stagnation and job security.
Upskilling and reskilling to remain viably employed

Regardless of age or current skill levels, employees should always grab any opportunities to upgrade and improve themselves.
FWAs disrupt creativity and innovation, says Nike CEO

Nike’s CEO has attributed the organisation’s lack of success these last few years to employees having to work remotely.
Cultivating connection and trust across distributed teams

The pandemic disrupts tech workplace culture, with asynchronous work and remote community building emerging as essential for success.
Unhappy today? Take a day off, says retail chain founder

A new policy from a retail chain founder regarding mental health days gives employees 10 extra days they can take at their own discretion.
South Korean conglomerates intensify efforts to support working parents

Amid South Korea’s declining fertility rates, major organisations like Samsung, Hyundai, LG and POSCO are enhancing support for working parents.
Stressed at work? Shred your anger away

A new study finds shredding negative feedback papers reduces anger, and highlights a link between writing and mood regulation.
Singapore sees increasing concern over pay transparency

Factors that shape the way organisations see pay equity in the country include job family, experience of the employees, and their gender.
How technology is revolutionising talent management

In the second of a two-part series, HRM Asia delves into why the transformative power of AI in HR is essential for navigating today’s business landscape.
Leading the way with Power Talk at HR Tech Festival Asia 2024

Venture to the Power Talk Stage and learn great topics and subjects from organisations in 20 minutes for two days at the festival.
The Philippines clarifies employee rights during heatwaves

Employees are entitled to prioritise personal safety in extreme heat, justifying abstention from work, but without regular pay entitlement.
South Korea sees surge in workplace abuse reports

Verbal abuse accounted for 32.8% of workplace harassment incidents in South Korea, while HR-related improprieties accounted for 13.8%.
Mental health compensation granted by Japanese labour office

A woman in her 50s from Yokohama has been granted compensation for developing a mental disorder due to remote work overtime.
Cultivate continuous innovation, not just one-time projects

Sustained innovation is the key to enduring success, yet many leaders misunderstand it as a one-time endeavour.
New website launched to share global concerns of employees

To help organisations with distributed workforces, Workplace Options has created a database of analysis of psychological safety in nine different countries
Atlas announces new partnership with payroll platform

Atlas is collaborating with datascalehr to harness AI to manage data global payroll and HR management more efficiently.
Does the AI workplace need human intelligence?

Adaptability, agility, and openness are needed for employees and organisations to embrace AI while still remaining viable for employees.
How to create more inclusive hiring practices for neurodivergent talent

Organisations that prioritise and invest in policies to support neurodivergent employees will only stand to succeed.