Employers urged to help employees grappling with financial woes
While several subsidies have been introduced in Budget 2024, Malaysians continue to grapple with financial matters. A recent survey revealed that an overwhelming 90% of Malaysians are deeply concerned about the relentless surge in the cost of living. Against this backdrop, the spotlight shifts to employers, with many questioning if they are willing to shoulder […]
The First Word: How can organisations tap into technological solutions to better protect the mental wellbeing of their employees?
Introduction Organisations in Singapore have been stepping up their efforts in prioritising their employees’ mental wellbeing over the past few years. Corporate insurance providers, such as AIA Singapore, Mercer Singapore, and Great Eastern, have shared uptake of mental wellbeing benefits by organisations for their employees has almost doubled since 2019. This uptake within organisations is […]
The Reading List: Why wellbeing is important, using generative AI and more
Here is some light reading material curated by Chief of Staff Asia to keep you updated over the weekend. Wellbeing Is Just As Valuable To Workers As Their Pay, Study Finds | Forbes High inflation, rising costs of goods and services, and rising mortgage rates have caused anxiety and stress among Americans. The recent […]
PMAP on creating supportive workplace in the Philippines
The 60th National Convention of the Philippines of PMAP (People Management Association of the Philippines) is currently underway in Lahug, Cebu City. The convention is focused on the topic of over-managing and under-leading and how to create a more supportive and productive workplace environment. One of the speakers at the convention is Roberto F. Antonio, […]
Singapore requires hourly breaks for outdoor employees
From October 25, 2023, employers in Singapore are required to provide outdoor employees with hourly breaks of at least five minutes when the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) reaches 32 degrees Celsius or higher. The new measure is aimed at reducing the risks of heat stress on outdoor workers, who are more exposed to heat […]
HR Tech Update: The tech HR can use to tackle burnout
Employee burnout is a major challenge and concern for all types of businesses. As the business landscape evolves, so do the solutions that address the root causes of employee fatigue and frustration in the workplace – many of which are provided through technology. HR can use multiple tech approaches to create happier, less stressful environments […]
Employee burnout threatens cybersecurity, leaders must lead by example
The biggest threat to cybersecurity today is not security risks, but employee burnout, according to Marc van Zadelhof, Chief Executive Officer of Devo, a cloud-native logging and security analytics solution. Van Zadelhof points to a recent study by Devo that found that 85% of IT security professionals are looking to leave their jobs because of […]
The Reading List: How can managers support employees during conflicts?
Here is some light reading material curated by Chief of Staff Asia to keep you updated over the weekend. How Can Managers Support Employees During The Israel-Hamas War? | Forbes Leaders must promote open dialogue without inciting conflict and acknowledge the humanity behind every pair of eyes in meetings. By demonstrating empathy and compassion, […]
Transport infrastructure should be a consideration in work setups, says Asticom
For countries such as the Philippines, where the transportation system takes a toll on employee wellness and productivity, hybrid work arrangements may be most suitable as they allow leveraging of remote work benefits while mitigating existing challenges. This was one of several insights found in the latest Chief of Staff Asia research paper, on remote […]
Social enterprise partnerships are an opportunity for greater DEI outcomes
Partnering with social enterprises geared towards diversity in employment can help organisations boost corporate excellence, social responsibility, and empowerment of underserved communities. This is one of several insights found in the latest Chief of Staff Asia research paper, on remote working. Navigating Remote and Hybrid Work Boundaries in Southeast Asia is now available for subscriber download […]
