Singapore organisations embrace inclusive hiring with government support
Singaporean organisations are increasingly embracing inclusive hiring practices, with the government providing support through schemes such as the Enabling Employment Credit (EEC). The EEC provides employers with up to 20% wage support for disabled employees earning below SGD $4,000 per month, with a cap at SGD $400 per month per employee. In 2022, 6,600 organisations […]
The First Word: Why inclusive hiring matters for a startup ecosystem
Hiring based on diversity and inclusion has proven to be the innovative spark needed for industry-disrupting start-ups, and I have seen firsthand how inclusive hiring can transform lives and empower individuals, especially those with intellectual disabilities. Yet in Singapore, only 3 in 10 persons with disabilities of working age, 15 to 64, are actively employed. […]
The Reading List: What is fixation trap and how can your team avoid it?
Here is some light reading material curated by Chief of Staff Asia to keep you updated over the weekend. Is Your Team Caught in the Solution Fixation Trap? | Harvard Business Review The solution fixation trap is a decision-making bias where a team rushes into discussing possible solutions without fully understanding the problem at […]
Indonesia promotes women’s leadership to boost productivity
Women’s leadership in organizations is key to boosting productivity and enhancing economic inclusiveness, according to Ida Fauziyah, Indonesia’s Minister of Manpower. Speaking at the Conference on Women’s Leadership in Public-Sector Organisations for Productivity Enhancement, Fauziyah urged policymakers and government representatives to prioritise increasing the representation of women in managerial roles. She emphasised that women possess […]
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. “AI is ushering in a new world of work, and the technology is already reshaping jobs, businesses, and industries.” – Feon Ang, Vice President, LinkedIn […]
Louise Pender: ‘Agility in HR stabilises people and creates trust’
Access Chief of Staff Asia’s interview with Louise Pender for The HR Agenda HERE, or scroll down to see the video. “People are quite fearful for their jobs at the moment.” This was Louise Pender’s response when asked about the most significant challenges for HR in the e-commerce retailing and tech industry. “How do […]
The Reading List: What are the trends that will shape work in 2023 and beyond?
Here is some light reading material curated by Chief of Staff Asia to keep you updated over the weekend. 9 Trends That Will Shape Work in 2023 and Beyond | Harvard Business Review In 2023, organisations will face challenges such as a competitive talent landscape, an exhausted workforce, and pressure to control costs amid […]
Empowering leaders at ZALORA through “One Team, One Dream”
Access Chief of Staff Asia’s interview with Louise Pender for The HR Agenda HERE, or scroll down to see the video. Describing company culture at ZALORA, Chief People Officer and General Counsel Louise Pender shares how the team refer to themselves as “#Limitless. That says a lot about who we are and the way that […]
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. “Retention means you already have your great talent.” – Dian Wanni Country HR Lead, HP Indonesia In an interview, Wanni explained how HP is addressing […]
Singapore to provide more support for ageing workforce
The majority of Singaporeans aged 50 and above support raising the re-employment and retirement ages, according to a survey on workplace support. The survey, conducted by the PAP Seniors Group and National Trades Union Congress U Women and Family, gathered the views of 1,471 working individuals aged 50 and over. Among the respondents, 87.9% supported […]
