Why ESG is critical for Filtrona’s long-term sustainability and success
At Filtrona, ESG is the foundation of their business strategy, and all employees are committed to working together to achieve ESG goals.
Why it might not be the time to take up that job promotion
While not completely without its merits, ‘dry promotions’ add extra responsibilities onto employees, without a corresponding increase in pay.
Navigating change by overcoming resistance and fostering resilience
With a focus on social sustainability, organisations can develop resilience and agility that can help their people thrive in the face of change.
Leaders need to act now to build future-ready organisations
At Standard Chartered, the focus is on creating an inclusive work environment that provides employees with opportunities to gain the right skills for growth.
Leveraging employee engagement to drive workforce transformation
Effective communication, technology, and driving purpose are all tools that can elevate employee engagement for organisations.
Leading inclusively: Harnessing personality for organisational success
Zsolt Feher, Vice-President of Business Development, Hogan Assessments, discusses how organisations can cultivate and grow inclusive leaders in the workplace.
Securing women’s place at work: Driving change and creating equity
Allianz’s #Shesecures programme is empowering female leaders to thrive at work and to be agents of change in their communities.
Closing the gender gap in APAC: Elevating the system, not women
To foster an equitable work environment, organisations should set clear guidelines to support women aspiring to take on leadership positions.
Why organisations have got the RTO debate all wrong
Instead of caring about where employees work, leaders should devote more time to support employees in achieving their key objectives.
Nurturing connections: EX transcends the passion for coffee at Starbucks
At Starbucks, employee experience is about cultivating an organisational culture where employees feel valued and connected.
Bad leadership, not bad employees, is at the heart of ‘quiet firing’
Instead of acting on bias and personal emotions, transparent and actionable feedback can help leaders create an equal and fair work culture.
DBS ushers in new era with Tan Su Shan as first female CEO
DBS CEO Piyush Gupta will step down in March 2025, with Tan Su Shan, the bank’s first female CEO, assuming the role.
What if your leaders are suffering from Asperger’s Syndrome?
There are strategies organisations can implement to empower employees with Asperger’s Syndrome to thrive in the workplace.
Improve healthcare and empower people transformation with GenAI
Besides improving the quality of healthcare services, GenAI is also allowing IHH Healthcare Singapore to build a more effective and healthier workforce.
Are your female employees suffering from ‘productivity anxiety’?
One way organisations can empower female employees to thrive is to make employee recognition an organisational practice.
Top five ways employees in Singapore can career cushion
Robert Walters’ Kirsty Poltock offers some key tips for employees who find themselves on the threshold of a job transition.
Breaking down walls: Women ready to assume leadership roles in India
A vast majority of female employees in India are committed to advancing their careers, if only their employers do more to eliminate barriers.
EX as a driver of workforce transformation: It’s all about people
Prioritising a people-centric approach and leveraging technologies can help organisations go a long way in creating winning EX strategies.
Legal compliance of surveillance: What employers need to know
Linklaters’ Laure de Panafieu provides guidelines that ensure that employee rights are not violated if work place surveillance is necessary.
Four-day or six-day workweek? Why flexibility goes beyond just numbers
Understanding the specific needs and preferences of employees is crucial in defining flexible work, says Dr Jaclyn Lee, CHRO, Certis.
Cultivating a competitive edge through innovation and flexible work
Leadership’s role in shaping the future of work is vital for success, intertwining organisational and individual wellbeing, says SIG’s Angelina Chua.
Key moments in new hire onboarding that can drive employee retention
Research from Gartner has found that successful onboarding is driven by three key moments in the new hire journey.
Men face greater promotion challenges in FWAs
Men on flexible work schedules face greater promotion challenges than women, with 36% experiencing this issue, compared to 27% of women.
Support financially healthy employees by bridging priorities disconnect
Improving the financial wellbeing of employees can increase productivity and help organisations retain their best talent.
How generative AI is empowering today’s workforce
Generative AI is transforming HR in Asia-Pacific by enhancing productivity and efficiency, and firms like DBS Bank and MAS have invested significantly in it.
MEF urges continued remote work for Covid-positive employees
Datuk Syed Hussain of the Malaysian Employers Federation advocates WFH policies for COVID-19-positive employees to prevent the spread of the virus.
Firms in China face legal action for discriminatory pregnancy testing
Despite efforts to address record-low birth rates, some firms in China are avoiding hiring women of childbearing age due to pregnancy concerns.
Why the decentring of work can help centre employees’ needs
Workplace leaders who cling on to outdated leadership notions are missing an opportunity to drive impactful and lasting cultural change.
What is the ‘right’ number of HR employees?
If your HR staff productivity is not where you want it to be, there are at least five investment areas to focus on, APQC’s Elissa Tucker writes.
Building an inclusive and engaged workforce by putting people first
Maximising opportunities to unlock the full potential of every employee is one of HR’s key roles, says Indosat’s Irsyad Sahroni.