Rising salaries projected in multiple job sectors in India
With more organisations looking to hire in 2024, employers across many sectors in India can expect to see wage increments in the new year.
The three trends impacting recruiting in 2024
As 2024 looms, the talent recruitment landscape remains uncertain as AI solutions gain prominence, according to Gartner.
HR technology in 2024: What to look for
As 2024 approaches, Steve Boese identifies five big trends HR and tech leaders should consider and prepare their organisations for.
How abusive leadership affects employees
Research focusing on the US and South Korea shows the mitigating effects of toxic leaders on employees and their initiative to act.
Organisations using improved remuneration to retain best talent
To keep their workforce motivated to stay, many organisations in Japan raised wages for their employees in 2022.
Employers in Singapore urged to offer financial support to employees
Besides a one-time payment, employers have also been encouraged to implement a 5.5% to 7.5% salary increase for lower-wage employees.
Top five HR and workforce trends in 2024
As organisations begin to shape their strategies to drive workforce transformation in 2024, Dr Jaclyn Lee, CHRO, Certis, identifies her top trends for 2024.
Middle-income employees in Singapore saw fastest salary growth
Employees who switched to productive firms doubled their income, while those who stayed in less productive firms saw salaries increased by 50%.
Employers in Australia prioritise wellbeing and “right to switch off”
Employees are seeking enhanced health and wellbeing support, leading organisations to integrate these concerns into job designs.
Firms and employees in Malaysia urged to invest in lifelong learning
Malaysia’s King has called for equal learning opportunities for all people as the country looks to achieve a 35% skilled workforce by 2030.
Virtual teams thrive with independence and interdependence
Virtual teams thrive when they have equal access to resources and engage in close-knit collaboration to achieve shared objectives.
Sexual harassment reports surge in Malaysia
Nearly 29% of sexual harassment reports from men highlight the need for men to acknowledge its seriousness at work and home.
Hybrid work arrangements gaining traction in Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s office vacancy rate at 12.7% mirrors global economic uncertainty, driving organisations to adopt cost-saving hybrid work models.
Employee burnout is real: Building resilience for a healthier workforce
The Resilience Institute’s Manish Arneja shares how employees can be assisted by their organisation’s leaders to beat burnout and enhance performance.
Narrowing Singapore’s wage gap and promoting lifelong learning
The Forward Singapore report has advocated respect and fair compensation for every job and a lifelong learning culture for all employees.
Greater female leadership representation benefits firms in Japan
Organisations in Japan hiring more female directors have outperformed the Topix index by 7%, underscoring the potential of gender diversity.
Creating better gen AI alignment between employers and employees
Despite the lack of policies and adequate training, more employees are using generative AI to create content and complete repetitive tasks.
Pay hikes in 2024: What do employers have on the horizon?
With 2024 on the horizon, many organisations have to start thinking the level of pay raise needed to keep employees happy.
Embracing emotional inclusion: A paradigm shift in workplace wellness
Emotional inclusion emphasises the need for emotional wellness and authentic inclusivity, says Mollie Rogers Jean De Dieu.
Total employment in Singapore grows despite uptick in retrenchments
Despite low unemployment, 4,100 employees were retrenched in the third quarter of 2023, up from 3,200 in the previous quarter.
Redesigning jobs to reduce risks for pregnant women
A study by Monash University has found that shift work and long hours are increasing preterm birth risks for female employees.
Employee listening in the Intelligence Age: It’s a new era
With the right approach, employee listening can become critical in driving business strategy and innovation.
Harnessing technology to shape exceptional employee experience
Technology can streamline employee experience programmes, relieving HR leaders of a major burden, a recent Grab roundtable discussed.
Taiwan’s jobless rate drops to 22-year low as first-time jobseekers decline
Fresh graduates are finding jobs faster in Taiwan, which is a contributing factor to the lower unemployment rate.
OCBC Bank pioneers gen AI chatbot to enhance employee productivity
The ChatGPT tool will aid 30,000 employees across 420 global branches with tasks such as writing, research, and ideation.
Australia moves to boost economic equality for women
A working plan aims to reduce barriers for women in the workplace by providing opportunities to assume leadership positions and improve earning power.
New wage hike in Filipino region met with disapproval
A new wage increase, which looks to raise salaries by P30, is not enough to provide relief to employees in Western Visayas, say critics.
CHRO Malaysia 2023: How people development is shaping HR’s future
The Malaysia edition of HRM Asia’s CHRO Series 2023 will provide a platform for HR leaders to discuss talent challenges and opportunities.
South Korea’s ageing workforce filling labour shortage gap
Over 9.3 million South Koreans aged 55 to 79 are defying retirement, with the highest labour force participation since 2005.
Employees in Australia receive nearly AU $500 million of lost wages
The large amount of money recovered is testament to efforts to create a culture of accountability and compliance, says the Fair Work Ombudsman.