Building a future-ready workforce to address talent challenges
In the first of a 2-part article, Workforce Singapore’s Julia Ng discusses talent challenges and strategies for workforce transformation.
Employers legally responsible for preventing sexual harassment at work
The Australian Human Rights Commission is now legally empowered to enforce rules to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.
Minimum wage hike stalled in Thailand
Thailand’s PM Srettha Thavisin expressed dissatisfaction with the wage hike proposed, deeming it insufficient to tackle living costs.
Facilities for disabled people in Japan face serious labour shortage
Due to the rising ageing population and low wages, labour shortages in facilities for disabled people are increasing.
Multiple trade unions can help in wage talks, says Malaysian ex-MP
Having more than one trade union would be helpful in creating a competitive environment to battle for employee rights, a former MP opined.
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.
Salaried jobs fall in Australia between October and November
Statistics reveal that the number of payroll jobs between Australian states fell as temporary jobs created during the period end.
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.
More women willing to invest in upskilling than men in India
Female professionals are more willing to put in time and effort than men to take on courses that will position themselves in leadership roles.
Civil servants first with new remuneration scheme in Malaysia
To address economic issues faced in the country, Malaysia’s Prime Minister is reviewing salaries of employees, starting with civil servants.
HR 2024: Embracing tech, trust, and diversity for success
HRM Asia delves into key trends and priorities shaping workforce management in 2024 with insights from industry leaders.
HR leaders unite at CHRO Singapore to reimagine the future of work
Opening tomorrow, CHRO Singapore will equip HR leaders with transformative strategies and tech insights to navigate 2024.
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.
Harnessing employee feedback for organisational success
Thriving organisations embrace continuous learning and improvement through a culture of free-flowing employee feedback.
More employees working onsite amidst return to office mandates
More leaders are urged to create positive hybrid work experiences to encourage more people back to the office, as the number of people working onsite rises.
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.
Leveraging gender diversity in the workplace for business success
Gender balance fuels job satisfaction and productivity and reduces turnover while cultivating a happier, more engaged workforce.
Strategic shifts for return-to-office success
Gartner cautions against hasty office returns, stressing the need for purpose and transparency to impact productivity and retention.
Job availability in Malaysia rises to record heights
The number of job vacancies available in Malaysia rose above the number from earlier this year to record heights in the second quarter of 2023.
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.
Employees in Singapore embrace remote relocation
Nearly one-third of Singapore’s workforce anticipate remote work from anywhere in the world within five years.
Pilot run for progressive wage model in Malaysia to start next year
The pilot run will involve 1,000 organisations, and the effects of the pilot will be used to evaluate the success of implementing the wage model in Malaysia.
Shaping the future of work through innovation and inclusivity
HR leaders will unite at CHRO Singapore to shape the future of work, exploring innovation, tech, and inclusivity for organisational transformation.
Employees in Australia deem working from home “costly’
As the number of employees working remotely rises, so do expenses incurred that have to be covered by the employee instead of the employer, research says.
Enhancing the human touch in HR through tech
Workforce Singapore’s Gillian Woo highlights job-redesign, including leveraging automation and the human touch in redesigning work.
South Korea increases job hiring this year, youth hiring falls
The country sees an increase in paid employees this year, but also sees a decline in hiring younger employees in their 20s or younger.
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.
Postgraduate salaries gap reduced between genders in Australia
The median salaries earned between genders who are postgraduate degree holders are experiencing a narrowing gap throughout the years.
6 keys to attracting and retaining Gen Z women
Gen Z women are a great asset to any team, and employers and managers need to know how to reach out and manage employees in this demographic.
Employment rate of women in South Korea rises
The increase in female employment in South Korea has been attributed to more women returning to the workplace after the pandemic.