Covid-19, five years later: Why HR is ‘still recovering’
As the anniversary of the US shutdown approaches, one HR leader advises that it is critical for HR to say, “What are the lessons we learned?”
Middle management crucial to empowering women’s health at work
Women in the workforce face unique challenges, from stress to fertility concerns—yet these issues remain underdiscussed in workplaces.
Singapore expands support for flexible work and reskilling
More organisations in Singapore are embracing flexible work arrangements as the government expands support for reskilling and strengthens workplace fairness policies.
IWD 2025: Building pathways for women’s career comeback
Women re-entering the workforce face unique challenges, but Temus’ Melissa Kee highlights how organisations can help them overcome these barriers.
Beyond budget boost: Workplace revolution to support large families
Singapore’s Large Families Scheme aims to support parents, but workplace culture must evolve to empower parents in caregiving roles.
The steward leader: How HR can drive purpose and profit in 2025 and beyond
As work undergoes rapid transformation, HR leaders must rethink leadership. Enter Steward Leadership—a model bridging purpose, profit, and sustainability.
Employers in Singapore show strong readiness for flexible work arrangements, survey finds
Younger employees drive a strong shift towards flexible work, with larger firms embracing it strategically while smaller businesses face challenges.
Flexible work conditions help overqualified employees achieve work-life balance
Overqualified employees thrive with flexible work arrangements, leading to better work-life balance and stronger family support, new research reveals.
New Zealand eases visa rules to attract digital nomads
New Zealand eases visa rules, inviting digital nomads to work remotely for up to 90 days to boost tourism and the economy.
Employee experience key to Vietnam’s HR growth
Continuing the discussion about HR in Vietnam, RMIT University Vietnam’s Elaine Chew explores how blending cultural values with modern practices shapes employee experience and organisational success.
Employee vitality key to talent retention amidst Singapore’s skills shortage
High-vitality employees report greater job satisfaction, engagement, and productivity, highlighting vitality as a game-changer for Singapore’s competitive talent landscape.
Toyota mandates return to office for North American salaried staff
Toyota’s RTO mandate emphasises mentoring, growth, and culture, aligning with trends among major employers like Amazon and JPMorgan Chase.
Singapore’s talent paradox: Employers seek tech wizards, jobseekers prioritise practicality
Balancing high-tech hiring with jobseekers’ preference for practical roles is the key challenge facing HR in Singapore’s evolving job market.
How Singapore’s new FWA guidelines shape the future of business
Deel’s Karen Ng highlights how Singapore Tripartite Guidelines on FWA positions organisations to attract global talent and foster agility.
Five ways HR leaders can hire with purpose in 2025
Hiring strategies for 2025 need to look a bit different than in previous years, as factors including AI and the demand for flexibility are changing the game.
Organisational leadership: Trends, challenges, and opportunities in 2024 and beyond
Leadership trends for 2025 will focus on driving innovation, enhancing communication, and prioritising employee wellbeing, according to Glenn van Zutphen.
The future of work: Flexibility, collaboration, and purpose
Changing workplaces in post-pandemic are reshaping productivity, collaboration, and employee empowerment, according to Paperspace Asia’s whitepaper.
Flexibility key to retain talent in Asia
ADP’s Yvonne Teo highlights that flexibility drive satisfaction and retention, with Singapore’s new FWA guidelines offering a roadmap for change.
Seven key HR and workplace trends for 2025
H3 HR Advisors’ 2025 Workplace Trends Report highlights seven critical shifts reshaping the future of work, from hybrid models to AI adoption and mental health support.
Why flexible work is the cornerstone of Mediacorp’s evolving workplace culture
Mediacorp’s CHRO Lilian Tan reflects hybrid work as a transformative force reshaping flexibility, collaboration, and inclusion in today’s workplaces.
HRM Magazine Asia Q4 2024 issue is now available
HRM Magazine Asia’s Q4 issue explores transformative HR trends, leadership insights, and workplace innovations shaping the future of work.
HR 2025: Bridging generations, transforming workplaces
Part two of this series explores how HR leaders are navigating the complex landscape of shifting expectations and technological advancements.
Tokyo proposes four-day workweek to boost birth rate
Tokyo plans a four-day workweek for civil servants with an aim to empower women, improve work-life balance, and foster societal diversity.
HR 2025: The human touch in the digital age
The first of a two-part series explores how HR leaders are navigating global shifts, blending technology with empathy to drive innovation, wellbeing, and inclusion.
How leaders can foster year-round mental health conversations
Fostering year-round mental health conversations empowers organisations to build supportive, resilient workplaces where employees thrive personally and professionally.
Flexible work, top priority for employees in Singapore
Talent retention and attraction remain critical challenges as employers prioritise flexible work, skills-based hiring, and employee wellbeing in 2025.
Why early detection of workplace distress is a game-changer for HR
Stephanie Cruz advocates proactive mental health training, urging HR leaders to equip managers with tools for empathetic, human-centred workplace support.
For Gen Z, hybrid work isn’t just a vibe—it’s a call for companies to listen
Mark Dixon of International Workplace Group stresses that organisations must adapt to Gen Z’s hybrid work expectations to attract top talent.
Leveraging your workforce strategy: Understanding your talent needs
The rise of the blended workforce is reshaping talent strategies, requiring new rules to manage freelancers and employees effectively.
Redefining leadership: Multiculturalism and flexibility
Effective leadership demands inclusivity, adaptability, and multicultural understanding to navigate diverse teams and evolving workplace dynamics.