Employees in Malaysia lack opportunities to upskill and reskill
While employees in Malaysia recognise that upskilling and reskilling is essential, many are not receiving opportunities from their employers.
Redefining of casual work in Australia spark concerns over flexibility and pay
Changes to casual work risk exclude individuals with regular work patterns, reducing flexibility and pay for university students, retirees, and others.
The toxic effect of being overly nice at work
A culture of niceness within the workplace where an overflow of positive feedback lacking honesty and constructive content can affect employees adversely.
Unfair bias: Social media impression impacts women’s job prospects
A study reveals men’s sexual assertiveness was positively perceived, while women face negative perceptions for similar behaviour.
Employment opportunities increased for disabled people in Australia
Australia’s disabled community and their needs will be put forth in a new employment service framework that seeks to help them get hired.
Employers in Australia and New Zealand embrace four-day workweek
Successful trials in Australia and New Zealand have demonstrated benefits to health, lifestyle, and work behaviour, said a RMIT professor.
Singapore champions mediation to promote fairness in the workplace
To maintain a harmonious and non-litigious workplace culture, upcoming legislation will favour mediation for dispute resolution in Singapore.
Losing concentration? Time to take a break… for five minutes
A new study by the University of Sydney has shown that a five-minute break may be all it takes to get employees recharged for peak performance.
How SMBs can use tech to make HR strategic
Stacey Harris shares some useful tips on how small-to-medium sized businesses can develop HR tech strategies that align with their business strategies.
How CHROs can shape organisational and workforce transformation
HRM Asia’s CHRO Series will provide key insights for HR and business leaders in South-East Asia to develop their people strategies for 2024.
Oracle adds new AI functions to HR management software
New generative AI capabilities supplement the Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM to streamline HR processes for organisations.
Embarking on a journey of inspiration at work with AI and the metaverse
Arthur Carmazzi, a keynote speaker at HR Tech Fest Connect 2023, highlights the possibilities that AI and the metaverse can offer in the world of work.
More employees in Australia ditching lunch breaks
Workplace demands and financial constraints are causing office employees in Australia to neglect their lunch breaks.
Supporting thriving employees in remote workplaces
Remote workplaces are more likely to be successful when employers prioritise employee interests, encourage independence, and foster collaboration.
Indian state of Kerala to provide equal employment opportunities for all
A new platform is being developed to help the transgender community reskill for better employment opportunities.
Driving digital transformation with empathetic leadership
Andy Sim, Vice President and Managing Director, Singapore, Dell Technologies, highlights the key role leaders play in driving organisational change.
Driving successful employee engagement in a hybrid world
Kris Wadia, CEO of Humanized Leadership, will be at HR Tech Fest Connect 2023 to discuss key people strategies organisations can deploy for hybrid work.
Use of AI in job applications frowned upon in Japan
Several firms in Japan have raised concerns about graduates using generative AI tools in job applications, with some calling for a ban.
Constant feedback can be catalyst for success in today’s job market
Acquiring feedback in the job search process is critical for job applicants to gain clarity amid vague rejections and better prepare for the next interview.
Prioritising employee experience: Attract, retain and motivate talent
For organisations to be successful, engaging with employees and understanding what they really want must be a priority.
Mismanagement of employees is causing disengagement at work
Besides looking to leave their employer, actively disengaged employees can also sabotage efforts to attract new talent.
Whistleblowing can be key to fostering a positive workplace
With more employees embracing whistleblowing to improve working conditions, organisations can do more to address the evolving role of whistleblowing.
Navigating today’s workplace: Prioritising employee well-being
Expedia’s annual vacation deprivation report unveiled that 70% of Singapore employees felt more burnt out than they did in previous years.
Female employees more likely to be affected by AI automation
With the rise of AI automation, women are more likely to be disproportionately impacted due to gender disparity in certain fields of work.
The art of crafting dynamic workplace structures for maximum productivity
By increasing temporal predictability and segmenting tasks, employees are more productive and find projects more enjoyable.
More employees in Australia feeling unsafe while at work
Australian employees in small businesses are reportedly feeling harassed and bullied in their jobs, a new survey tasked for work health and safety found.
Creating a culture of sustainability that motivates employees
Supportive organisational and social factors were found to be critical in shaping sustainable behaviours, surpassing personal beliefs and actions.
Treat employees like customers, starting with the hiring journey
Paul Thomas, Chief People and Culture Officer, Asia, SEEK, highlights why retaining the best talent starts during the recruitment process.
More NTT employees to be allowed to work remotely
The expansion of a remote work programme that started in July 2022 will help to attract and retain the best talent, says NTT.
Accelerating digital transformation and powering the future of work
Combining AI and machine learning, the Workday platform continues to support the business growth and development of more than 10,000 users.