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 Reading List: Global news, tech innovations, business trends you need to know and more

Here is some light reading material curated by Chief of Staff Asia to keep you updated over the weekend. Nvidia Unveils Faster Chip Aimed at Cementing AI Dominance | Bloomberg Nvidia Corp. announced on Tuesday that an updated AI processor gives a jolt to the chip’s capacity and speed, seeking to cement the company’s […]
The Reading List: Global news, tech innovations, business trends you need to know and more

Here is some light reading material curated by Chief of Staff Asia to keep you updated over the weekend. Exclusive: Credit Suisse to cut 80% of Hong Kong investment bank jobs from this week | Reuters According to the report that Reuters posted on Aug 7., around 80% of Hong Kong-based investment banking staff at […]
The Reading List: Short reads for the weekend

Here is some light reading material curated by Chief of Staff Asia to keep you updated over the weekend. The Rehabilitation of HR Is (Finally) Here | Bloomberg The corporate function with the word ‘human’ in its name will matter most in a world of generative AI. In the most recent article by Bloomberg, they […]
Breaking barriers: GrowthOps Asia’s path to inclusivity and empowerment

GrowthOps Asia, the recipient of the Best Diversity and Inclusion Strategies in HR Stars Awards, is leading the way in redefining success in the tech industry. By celebrating cultural events, promoting gender equality, embracing generational talent, and implementing flexible work policies, the company has created an inclusive and thriving workforce. At GrowthOps, cultural diversity is […]
Employment discrimination in S’pore decline by almost 24%, report

Government data revealed that incidents of workplace and recruitment discrimination in Singapore declined for the second consecutive year in 2022. The number of job seekers experiencing discrimination during their job search fell to 23.8% in 2022, marking a decrease from 25.8% in 2021 and 42.7% in 2018. The report, based on a survey of 3,600 […]
The First Word: Beyond the buzz: Unlocking the potential of AI in HR

It’s here. It’s palpable. It’s evolving rapidly. Artificial intelligence is no longer something we’re looking at in the future; it is already touching our lives and transforming the way we work. Generative AI has brought the technology a lot closer to us, enabling people to see up-close the power of AI with AI-driven tools doing […]
The Reading List: Global news, tech innovations, business trends you need to know and more

Here is some light reading material curated by Chief of Staff Asia to keep you updated over the weekend. Apple Tests ‘Apple GPT,’ Develops Generative AI Tools to Catch OpenAI | Bloomberg Apple is working on its AI tools that can challenge the tools already available in the market today. However, they keep this under […]
Five ways HR can help employees embrace diversity and inclusion in the workplace

In today’s diverse and interconnected world, fostering an inclusive workplace has become paramount for organisational success. As advocates of employee well-being and professional growth, HR professionals in Southeast Asian organisations play a crucial role in promoting diversity and inclusion (D&I). Embracing D&I goes beyond compliance; it empowers employees to thrive in an environment that values […]
Seeking harmony at Sony Music Entertainment

Music is known as the universal language that penetrates and enriches the soul – the lifeblood for poets, lyricists, audiophiles, and the everyday folk who turn to it for comfort. Professionals in the commercial music industry know this well. That is why Sony Music Entertainment takes pride in having a People Experience expert on board […]