Advancing the D&I agenda from diversity to true inclusion
The DE&I journey has taken Bloomberg from diversity to inclusion, writes Alisha Fernando, Head of Diversity and Inclusion APAC, Bloomberg.
Engaging employees in a changing work environment
Howden’s Primus Lee highlights the importance of empowering and engaging employees with the right benefits in flexible working environments.
The rise of millennials and Gen Z: What HR needs to know
HR expert Tasha Enright explains how organisations and HR departments can better relate to millennials and Gen Z employees in the workplace.
The four-day workweek: Focus on the journey and not the destination
Before implementing a four-day workweek, organisations need to better understand their workforce needs and what employees want.
The weekend begins on Friday for Grayling Singapore employees
The introduction of a 4.5-day workweek is aimed at making employees more refreshed and fulfilled to meet the demands of their work, says the PR firm.
Providing more supportive workplaces for working mothers
Policies that support working women and their families, such as paid maternity leave and lactation rooms, reduce absenteeism and improve retention.
Employees spending less time in the office, with lesser overtime
The number of hours in the average workday spent by the average employee has dropped with no compromise in productivity levels in the past year.
Australia rolls out family violence leave for all employees
Small organisations’ employees now have the access to the same rights as employees working for large or medium organisations.
Productive and happier, employees on four-day workweek declare
Organisations taking part in a four-day workweek trial have seen employees working less hours, without any compromise to their productivity.
One in two employees in Hong Kong expect post-retirement work
Changing demographics and rising living costs make it difficult for older adults to contemplate retirement, raising the age profile of the workforce.
Employees in South Korea enjoy little free time beyond work
Despite a general shift towards a better work-life balance, employees in South Korea find themselves working longer hours than in other countries.
How to build a future-growth and resilient organisation
Organisations can drive future growth by identifying trends and opportunities, says HR Tech Fest Connect 2023 speaker Go Ashokh Menon.
Workplace productivity dips in Australia due to sleeping disorders
Sleep disorders can negatively affect employees’ productivity by up to 40%, which amounts to around four weeks of work time.
Bridging the talent gap with globally distributed teams
Barbara Matthews, Chief People Officer, Remote, highlights why hiring globally can help companies build a thriving and engaged workforce.
More employees in Singapore working unpaid hours
In the Asia-Pacific region, Singapore ranks high on the number of unpaid hours, leading to an unhealthy work-life balance for employees.
Improving mental health through mindfulness practice
Employees who take part in mindfulness exercises are less likely to experience anxiety and depression symptoms compared to those who do not.
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.
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.
More employees in Australia ditching lunch breaks
Workplace demands and financial constraints are causing office employees in Australia to neglect their lunch breaks.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Prioritise mental health for a stronger workforce, employers in Malaysia told
To boost productivity and business results, employers must prioritise their employees’ mental wellbeing, says a NGO in Malaysia.
More young fathers in Japan are prioritising family over work
As family dynamics in Japan shift, more male employees are seeking to reduce their work hours to be involved in housework and childcare.
A thriving workplace culture starts with total wellbeing for all employees
Speaking with HRM Asia, Asia Pacific Breweries Singapore’s Shaun Ee shares strategies on how organisations can cultivate employee wellbeing.
Why organisations should not dismiss Gen Zs’ desire for remote work
Employee priorities are shifting, so organisations must prioritise productivity, flexibility, and employee engagement, says Remote’s Chris McNamara.
Samsung Electronics offers four-day workweek option for some employees
The move is in line with the multinational electronics corporation’s effort to improve work-life balance and provide more flexibility for employees.
AI interactions may have detrimental effects on employee wellbeing
While AI is continuing to reshape the workplace, organisations need to do more to regulate how employees interact with AI systems.