Malaysia embraces gen AI amidst skills gap concerns
Gen AI’s flexibility potential is met with a skills gap challenge in Malaysia, as employers lag in providing essential training.
Drop in remote work among employees in Australia
While more employees are working from the office, the rate of employees working from home is expected to remain steady.
‘The year of efficiency’: Industry leaders forecast 2024 HR trends
Industry leaders, spanning from the C-suite to think tanks, shared their insights on the anticipated HR trends for 2024.
Work-life balance prioritised by employees in Vietnam
Employees in Vietnam are more likely to stay in organisations that prioritised work-life balance, a recent study showed.
Gossip at work? Go ahead, it’s beneficial to your employees
Workplace gossip can be a factor in reducing employee turnover and boosting positive feelings amongst employees.
Breaking the silence: How to boost meeting participation
Improve participation in meetings by reshaping structures and encouraging preparedness to address organisational challenges.
CHRO Singapore: Elevating HR leadership for future-ready workforce
The evolving work landscape, technology, and organisational culture were key topics HR leaders discussed at CHRO Singapore.
Why empathy is the missing link in leadership
The importance of empathy in fostering innovation and engagement faces challenges as managers have difficulty expressing it effectively.
Strategies to fix broken work communication
Common communication challenges occur, and leaders must address them head-on for better synergy between teams.
Building a future-ready workforce to address talent challenges
In the first of a 2-part article, Workforce Singapore’s Julia Ng discusses talent challenges and strategies for workforce transformation.
Employers legally responsible for preventing sexual harassment at work
The Australian Human Rights Commission is now legally empowered to enforce rules to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.
Taiwan sees average monthly wages rise in recovery
Taiwan continues to enjoy rising employment, but at slower rates due to the rise in inflation amid post-pandemic recovery.
Facilities for disabled people in Japan face serious labour shortage
Due to the rising ageing population and low wages, labour shortages in facilities for disabled people are increasing.
Humanising HR: Putting people first in the modern workplace
Howden Singapore’s Sarah Wong underscores a crucial transition to human-centric HR practices that prioritise employee wellbeing for sustained success.
Multiple trade unions can help in wage talks, says Malaysian ex-MP
Having more than one trade union would be helpful in creating a competitive environment to battle for employee rights, a former MP opined.
How to defeat microaggressions in the workplace
A new research study revealed the parties most affected by microaggressions in the workplace, and solutions to tackle and remedy the situation.
Salaried jobs fall in Australia between October and November
Statistics reveal that the number of payroll jobs between Australian states fell as temporary jobs created during the period end.
Hiring neurodivergent employees: what to do and not do
Employers could do more to lower the barriers of hiring at work for neurodivergent applicants, as well as create a safe working environment.
JobStreet by SEEK revolutionise HR landscape with AI technology
The AI platform streamlines talent matching with AI-recommended screening questions, enhancing efficiency for employers.
More women willing to invest in upskilling than men in India
Female professionals are more willing to put in time and effort than men to take on courses that will position themselves in leadership roles.
Civil servants first with new remuneration scheme in Malaysia
To address economic issues faced in the country, Malaysia’s Prime Minister is reviewing salaries of employees, starting with civil servants.
Workplaces in Australia urged to prioritise wellbeing
Organisations of varying sizes experience disparities in psychological safety and training perceptions among their employees.
HR 2024: Embracing tech, trust, and diversity for success
HRM Asia delves into key trends and priorities shaping workforce management in 2024 with insights from industry leaders.
HR leaders unite at CHRO Singapore to reimagine the future of work
Opening tomorrow, CHRO Singapore will equip HR leaders with transformative strategies and tech insights to navigate 2024.
Work-life balance a priority for employees in Thailand
Employees in Thailand continue to seek jobs that push for work-life balance and wellbeing, and leaders can do more to push for organisational change.
Harnessing employee feedback for organisational success
Thriving organisations embrace continuous learning and improvement through a culture of free-flowing employee feedback.
More employees working onsite amidst return to office mandates
More leaders are urged to create positive hybrid work experiences to encourage more people back to the office, as the number of people working onsite rises.
EVP as the MVP: How to use benefits to keep talent
Atlas Consolidated’s Tanisha Kochhar talks about the importance of creating a benefits package driven by a compelling employee value proposition.
Leveraging gender diversity in the workplace for business success
Gender balance fuels job satisfaction and productivity and reduces turnover while cultivating a happier, more engaged workforce.
Strategic shifts for return-to-office success
Gartner cautions against hasty office returns, stressing the need for purpose and transparency to impact productivity and retention.