Treat staff as customers: SEEK Asia boss
Companies are now reshaping their recruitment processes to prioritise employees and potential employees in the same way they do as customers, according to SEEK Asia’s head of HR. Paul Thomas, Chief People and Culture Officer, emphasises the critical role of the recruitment process in retaining the best talent. “Retaining the best talent starts during the […]
The First Word: Levelling the playing field through automation
According to the International Labour Organization, many Asian economies are finding it difficult to respond to the skills needed for the workforce in this era of globalisation, emerging technologies, and changing nature of work. Inevitably, historically marginalised groups like women are more at risk of losing out as a result. In Singapore, official statistics show […]
HR Stars Awards: Finalists Revealed for Best Diversity and Inclusion Strategies
Singapore, June 9, 2023 – HR Stars Awards is pleased to unveil the finalists for the prestigious Best Diversity and Inclusion Strategies category. This esteemed recognition celebrates organisations that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within their workplaces. Among a competitive field, the following organisations have emerged as finalists in the Best […]
Getting to know: Regan Taikitsadaporn, Chief HR Officer (Asia Pacific) of Marriott International
In the previous extracts of the exclusive interview with Chief of Staff Asia, Regan Taikitsadaporn, Chief HR Officer, Asia Pacific at Marriott International, detailed his efforts in enhancing talent attraction and development, implementing a ‘glocalised’ approach to diversity initiatives, and sustaining Marriott’s strong HR leadership. Catch some more personal insights about Regan Taikitsadaporn in this […]
Finding the right compensation strategy for today’s fragile economy
Having a compensation philosophy and strategy is becoming increasingly important for companies to distinguish themselves as top performers. Larger businesses often have a dedicated team or person responsible for compensation management. They are tasked with moving beyond basic salary data and market pricing for pay increases, and cash rewards for high-performing employees. The talent crunch […]
Regan Taikitsadaporn “glocalises” Marriott’s diversity initiatives
Working at a hotel may have all the perks and benefits that come by rarely to workers from other industries. However, at the Marriott hotel chain, its HR leader places more value on making its 140,000 associates in the Asia-Pacific feel part of the organisation without any prejudices as they expand the headcount according to […]
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. Layoffs are hitting HR and DEI teams at a disproportionately high rate. Here’s why companies need generalists to thrive | Fortune As companies grapple with the implications of the Great Resignation and the subsequent transformation of […]
Five strategies for promoting pay equity across genders and minority groups
The discourse around pay equity has amplified in recent years, with growing consciousness about the pervasive income disparities across genders and minority groups. Despite regulatory efforts and public pressure, these inequities persist in many workplaces. As Human Resource professionals, it’s our responsibility to champion pay equity, creating an environment where everyone receives fair compensation for […]
The First Word: How Singapore businesses can improve gender workplace experiences
THE FIRST WORD: When we talk about making the workplace a fair and equitable experience for all, the conversation is almost always skewed towards a gender pay gap. New data has reinforced the point that there is a significantly wider discussion at hand; pay and compensation are part of a much larger gender experience gap […]
Thailand’s super-aged tackle hotel staff crisis
Thailand’s hotel industry is grappling with a worsening staff shortage. The industry traditionally relied on a steady influx of young workers, but the post-Covid world is seeing many fresh graduates drawn to other sectors. Meanwhile, Thailand is forecast to become a “super-aged” society by 2029, with over 20% of the population aged 65 and above. […]
