HR leaders are burnt out. What can organisations do?
To effectively tend to the wellbeing of the workforce, organisations can do more to HR leaders prioritise their own wellbeing
9 predictions that HR leaders need to take note in 2024
HR leaders must address shifting dynamics such as technology advances and workforce tensions in 2024, says new research from Gartner.
What some recruiters are getting wrong during interviews
Recruiters are making common mistakes in the interview process, and employers should take note of them to find better candidates and reduce hiring bias.
How leaders can help their employees recharge
Leaders must take charge in helping their employees become rejuvenated and re-energised for the sake of the organisation and productivity.
Promotions have slowed. Why HR needs to pay attention
Despite all the complaints about the difficulty in hiring and retaining employees, are organisations enough to address the promotion decline?
Wage increases top on wishlist for employees in South Korea
When it comes to what employees in South Korea want this year, across all sectors, the answer seems overwhelming: higher wages.
Australia considers four-day workweek trials for civil servants
The Australian government is exploring trials to implement the four-day workweek for civil servants, with a reduction model in the works for the trials.
Rethinking how employees improve their strength skills
Employees need to re-evaluate how they develop emotional intelligence and process their feelings to be effective at work.
Shifting focus from time to energy management
By shifting to energy management, organisations can prioritise individual wellbeing and efficiency for a thriving workforce.
Employees in Thailand seek non-monetary benefits in jobs
As Thailand shifts to a more digital-focused job market, more employees are shifting their focus to benefits beyond financial compensation.
The art of psychological detachment from work
Researcher Jane Gifkins unveils insights into achieving balance, emphasising psychological detachment for employee happiness and health.
Workplace bullying hits harder on men’s mental health
A recent study shows that male employees are more likely to be affected than female employees by bullying in the workplace.
Why hybrid work might be the key to success in 2024
In a recent HRM Asia poll, hybrid work was identified as a cornerstone for organisational success and employee wellbeing.
Employees to work from home as Covid-19 cases rise in the Philippines
The Department of Labour and Employment is encouraging employees to work from home to curb the spread of the virus.
Changing landscape of self-employment in Australia
Australia’s employment landscape has changed in the past decade with traditional employers declining and part-time self-employment on the rise.
How neurodiverse women can thrive in the workplace
Embracing workplace authenticity and flexibility for neurodiverse individuals fosters innovation, success, and a more inclusive environment.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Workplaces in Australia urged to prioritise wellbeing
Organisations of varying sizes experience disparities in psychological safety and training perceptions among their employees.
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.
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.
Amid the AI craze, do not forget about employee wellbeing
Steve Boese discusses the importance of the wellbeing of employees, and how AI’s impact should not let employers neglect the care of employees.
Surge in mental health issues among younger employees in Japan
Younger employees’ mental health struggles, exacerbated by pandemic-induced stressors, highlight a concerning trend in workplace wellbeing.
Creating a fun work environment for hybrid work employees
Fun can be availed to employees in hybrid work if managers are able to exemplify the behaviour and not force it onto their teams.
Job redesign: Why the four-day workweek could be the answer
Josh Bersin’s study unveils the four-day workweek’s impact on wellbeing, productivity, and business growth amid the shift to hybrid work.
Engaging employees to help unblock better heart health in Asia
Novartis’ Ruth Kuguru discusses how the organisation is leading a heart health initiative, and its vital link to employee engagement and wellbeing.
Dow’s holistic approach to employee wellbeing: ‘It’s okay not to be okay’
An ongoing workplace shift is emphasising proactive wellbeing strategies as crucial for building long-term workforce resilience, says Dow’s Curtis Baker.
People development driving workforce transformation
As organisations continue to develop key strategies for 2024, a focus on their employees is unlikely to be far from the minds of many HR leaders.