HR Champions: Arthur Kiong looks to social impact and values
Title: CEO Organisation: Far East Hospitality Management Office headquarters: Singapore Company operations: Southeast Asia, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, and Germany Industry: Hospitality Employees: 3,000 Like many in the hospitality industry during Covid-19, Arthur Kiong battled with the idea of opening up Far East Hospitality Management’s establishments as quarantine facilities. He shared with Salt&Light that he […]
WHO SAYS: Quotes of the week from HR influencers and leaders
Immerse yourself in the wisdom shared by respected HR and business luminaries from across Southeast Asia as they offer their insightful views on the most urgent matters of the day. “Overseeing remote employees requires a shift in focus away from compensation. Aligning leadership styles with company work protocols becomes paramount.” – Tsubasa Nakazawa, Managing Director, […]
PH companies face challenges in implementing diversity and inclusion
The report, which surveyed over 400 HR professionals and 2,200 employees, found that 44% of respondents said that the perception gap between employees who feel included and leaders who believe they are included is a barrier to diversity and inclusion efforts. 36.2% of HR professionals are also neutral on the implementation of D&I strategies, while […]
Five ways HR can help employees embrace diversity and inclusion in the workplace
In the ever-evolving landscape of the modern workplace, the imperative to foster diversity and inclusion has risen to prominence as a driving force behind organisational success and innovation. Acknowledging that diversity encompasses more than just visible differences and that true inclusion involves creating an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered, the role of […]
WHO SAYS: Quotes of the week from HR influencers and leaders
Immerse yourself in the wisdom shared by respected HR and business luminaries from across Southeast Asia as they offer their insightful views on the most urgent matters of the day. “The lives of HR professionals are changing as well, with AI helping improve efficiency in operations and processes.” – Jayant Paleti, Co-Founder, Darwinbox In his […]
The First Word: Four signs an organisation is “wellbeing washing”
More companies in Singapore are starting to recognise the importance of including mental health benefits in their corporate insurance coverage. The shift comes in response to the growing call that emerged during the COVID-19 pandemic to take mental wellbeing more seriously. Insurers in Singapore have noted a steady increase in corporate insurance coverage for mental […]
WHO SAYS: Quotes of the week from HR influencers and leaders
Immerse yourself in the wisdom shared by respected HR and business luminaries from across Southeast Asia as they offer their insightful views on the most urgent matters of the day. “If we’ve learned anything in the last generation or two about management, it is that empowering employees really works, partly because they care more about […]
The First Word: There’s no profit without people
It’s common knowledge that the key business goal for all companies is revenue generation. Strong profits are driven by solid performances, and the “magic formula” for generating such performance continues to be one that is debated among key executives. Though leaders may be well-intentioned in the performance outcomes they seek to reap, there is the […]
Hilton ranked #2, ‘Best Workplace’ in Indonesia
Hilton, Asia’s fastest-growing hospitality company, has been named #2 on Indonesia’s Best Workplaces list in the large-sized business category. This recognition, awarded by Great Place to Work®, marks Hilton’s first appearance on the list in Indonesia and highlights its commitment to a purpose-driven and inclusive workplace culture. “Following our win in the Philippines, we are […]
Singapore professionals open to returning to previous employer
Three quarters of professionals (75%) in Singapore have stated that they are open to returning to their previous employer. They are likely to be considered, with 80% of employers who are currently hiring willing to do so without any hesitation or caution. The poll also revealed that 40% of workers in Singapore who had left […]
