How people development continues to drive organisational success
Katerina Hanna, VP, Customer Success APJ, Ceridian, explains why creating meaningful moments of social connection remains a priority for people leaders.
Singapore disputes interpretation of minimum income standards
Three government ministries have questioned the findings of a new minimum wage study, saying that its research parameters are flawed
How organisations can provide the best (bene)fit for their employees
When looking for a partner to address the employees’ needs of their organisation, OLIVER Agency turned to Howden as their insurance brokerage firm.
Alphabet soup for CHROs: How ESG and CSR can help HR
ESG-HR can address social and governance issues and promote environmental sustainability, writes Dr CJ Meadows.
Mass retrenchment the solution to productivity woes: Australian tycoon
The CEO of Gurner Group made controversial claims that for productivity to increase in Australia, half the working population should be made redundant.
Standard Chartered improves parental leave policy
Regardless of gender, employees who are parents are offered 20 weeks of paid leave to encourage a balanced approach to parenting.
Navigating employee development challenges in the workplace
Organisations in Singapore and Hong Kong can do more to engage employees with talent programmes deploying learner-centric tools.
South Korea failing to stamp out workplace gender discrimination
Receiving inappropriate comments and not being valued for their work are some of the pervasive challenges faced by women.
Generative AI can improve employee productivity, says Chinabank
The Filipino bank has launched CHIB GPT as a precursor to a broader set of generative AI initiatives it is looking to introduce.
Championing inclusivity: Leading the way in workplace equality
Kuehne+Nagel is taking steps to combat workplace discrimination and promote inclusivity, focusing on mental health and diversity.
Beyond roles: The evolving commitment of fathers
Modern fatherhood demands a profound commitment to balance career demands with family responsibilities.
More organisations in Brunei expected to increase hiring
Despite challenges such as increased spending in infrastructure and upskilling employees, businesses are expected to increase their headcount this year.
Cost of employee absenteeism hits record high in New Zealand
Firms in New Zealand are paying a higher price for employees on medical leave, with the highest increase in absenteeism rates recorded since 2012.
Employee engagement disparity in vision and mission alignment
Employee engagement thrives when organisational vision aligns with daily activities, but a disconnect reveals opportunities for improvement.
The key trait recruiters look out for during interviews
Candidates who demonstrate a growth mindset during the recruitment process are likely to be selected, says Google Asia Pacific’s Sapna Chadna.
Singapore defines flexible work to benefit employees and employers
A new tripartite workgroup has begun deliberations to develop guidelines that will drive flexible work in Singapore workplaces.
Bridging inequalities through an inclusive approach to flexible working
The right approach to flexible work can pave the way for a more sustainable, productive, and inclusive society, according to a new study.
Disgruntled employees in Taiwan lament stagnant salaries
Only a quarter of Taiwan’s workforce received a salary increasement in 2023, with some employees having to endure years of salary stagnation.
Unlocking future growth through talent transformation
Employers need to adapt with the times to engage and retain employees, including deploying AI tools for reskilling of employees for the future.
Not posting a salary range? You may be losing half your applicants
Organisations need to be more upfront about salaries in job postings to avoid alienating potential new applicants.
Meta cites value of in-person work for return-to-work mandate
Facebook’s parent company Meta has made it compulsory for most of its workforce to return to the office for at least three times a week.
Hong Kong’s Gen Z faces mental health and financial challenges
The pandemic-fuelled work landscape is pushing Hong Kong’s Gen Z to the brink, with 44% grappling with work-life balance.
Gender income gap in South Korea despite rise in female employment
While the number of women employed in South Korea was at an all-time high last year, the gender income gap has still not been addressed.
Hiring the best talent and building global distributed workforces
A new API solution from Remote streamlines HR processes for organisations across different regions and supports multiple workforce needs.
Japan plans to subsidise organisations offering parental leave
In the coming fiscal year, organisations will receive financial support to offer allowances to employees covering colleagues on parental leave.
P&G India rolls out initiative for special needs families
Championing inclusivity and diversity, its Lead With Care programme provides support for employees who have children with disabilities.
Taking time off? Moving beyond the four-day workweek
A 11-month work year implemented by an organisation has increased employees’ creativity and productivity, as well as reduced burnout.
Malaysia outlines efforts to boost female labour participation
Malaysia is targeting 60% female labour participation through policy enhancements, ecosystem support, and training.
Fostering an inclusive work environment at HSBC Singapore
HSBC Singapore employees who are working parents will be granted more parental leave to spend time with their families.
Mental health disclosures on social media impact employer perceptions
Exposure to mental health posts may create negative perceptions of job candidates by recruiters, impacting interview impressions.