The First Word: Uncovering bias in AI and cultivating inclusive hiring practices
The influence of technology on both enterprises and employees is growing more profound and pervasive by the day. As businesses race to jump on bandwagons, especially those of fast-evolving technologies such as Generative AI, conversations on ethics, fairness, and equity in the use of such technologies are often overlooked. Things within the human resources (HR) […]
The Reading List: Who’s the most important person in your company?
Here is some light reading material curated by Chief of Staff Asia to keep you updated over the weekend. Who is the most important person in your company? | The Economist The chief executive is the most important person in an organization, making crucial decisions about long-term direction, making tough calls, and receiving the […]
Enhancing Employee Engagement: 5 HR Approaches for Southeast Asian Workforces
Employee engagement is a vital factor in the success of any organization. In the dynamic and diverse workplaces of Southeast Asia, where cultures, languages, and traditions converge, HR departments face unique challenges and opportunities in fostering engagement among their teams. This article explores five HR approaches tailored to enhance employee engagement in Southeast Asian workforces. […]
Gen Z workers seek innovative, socially responsible workplaces
Gen Z workers, those born between the mid-1990s and mid-2010s, are motivated by workplaces that invest in innovation and are conscious of their social mission, according to a Jobstreet survey. The survey found that factors like company values and political stances heavily influence Gen Z workers’ decision-making when choosing which companies to work with. Gen […]
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. “In an environment of constant change, workforce innovations, and new cycles of talent development, improving the maturity of your talent programmes is critical.” – Himanshu […]
The Reading List: The rise of the CHRO in Singapore; 83% of Gen Z workers job hoppers?; and more
Here is some light reading material curated by Chief of Staff Asia to keep you updated over the weekend. The rise of the CHRO in Singapore | The Business Times Chief human resources officers are increasingly recognised as key strategic figures in Singapore’s C-suite teams, as employee experience becomes increasingly important. This shift is […]
HR Champions: Wong Sze Keed on taking care of staff
Title: CEO Organisation: AIA Singapore Office headquarters: Singapore Company operations: Asia Pacific Industry: Insurance Employees: 1,001-5,000 Coming in as CEO at the height of the pandemic, Wong Sze Keed immediately built on the holistic wellness of her people. The difficult period simply deepened her recognition that, “if they are well taken care of, they can […]
HR Champions: Catherine Lian advocates for women in tech; leadership
Title: Managing Director and Technology Leader, IBM Malaysia Office headquarters: Malaysia Company operations: Global Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting Employees: 10,001+ (LinkedIn) Catherine Lian actively advocates for women in leadership. Prior to her appointment at IBM, she was part of the Dell Women’s Entrepreneur Network, supporting women in business by providing access to technology, […]
McDonald’s Philippines to hire 500 PWDs, senior citizens in 2023
McDonald’s Philippines is committed to hiring 500 persons with disabilities (PWDs) and senior citizens in 2023 as part of its ongoing diversity and inclusion initiatives. The program will be rolled out to key pilot cities across the country, including Pasig, Pasay, Antipolo, Caloocan, Makati, Quezon City, Marikina, and Mandaluyong. Qualified applicants will undergo a training […]
HR Ecosystem Awards: Diversity and Inclusion services
Diversity and inclusion (D&I) is an umbrella area of HR in that it affects a multitude of core functions, from recruitment efforts and onboarding strategies to priority areas for upskilling and attitude development among personnel, whether it is to enrich staff holistically or it directly ties in with organisational goals and values. This category of […]
