ZALORA culture integrates employees’ whole being for work-life harmony
As Asia’s leading online fashion and lifestyle player, ZALORA Group is also leading in ensuring employees maintain a balanced lifestyle that enables them to thrive in the workplace. With well-defined intention and close attention to employee feedback, it has created a vibrant company culture that has earned it the title of Best Workplace Culture and […]
Singapore staff undertaking most unpaid hours in the region
Averaging 8.19 hours weekly, Singapore ranks among APAC’s top for unpaid hours, just trailing India (10.65 hrs) and surpassing China (7.50 hrs) and Australia (7.17 hrs). This revelation emphasizes the need for employer awareness of the global and regional implications of unpaid work. What’s the impact of unpaid overtime on productivity? Yvonne Teo, Vice President […]
Deloitte Singapore: empowering wellbeing for a thriving workplace
Deloitte Singapore has been recognised as the Best Health and Wellness Interventions winner at HR Stars Awards 2023. At the heart of its approach lies ‘Empowered Wellbeing’, a holistic initiative that supports the physical, mental, financial, and social aspects of its people. The company offers a range of engaging initiatives to promote well-being. ‘Wellness Fridays’ […]
Adapting to the times: Navigating job insecurity amidst transformative job market shifts
In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and global economic fluctuations, professionals find themselves navigating an increasingly dynamic job market fraught with uncertainties surrounding job security, retrenchment, and layoffs. As traditional job roles evolve or fade away, embracing resilience and adaptability becomes a beacon of hope amidst the challenges. Experts are calling for a […]
Generation Zs embracing uncertain job market
In a dynamic and ever-changing economy, the resilience of young professionals in the face of job uncertainty has become increasingly evident. As the global labor market continues to evolve, Generation Zs are proving their ability to adapt and thrive, even amid challenging circumstances. Rather than succumbing to despair, these resilient individuals are actively seeking new […]
HR Stars Awards: Finalists Revealed for Best Covid Management Strategies (Indonesia)
Singapore, June 20, 2023 – We are thrilled to announce the finalists for the Best Covid Management Strategies category in Indonesia at the prestigious HR Stars Awards. These organisations have showcased outstanding resilience, adaptability, and commitment to navigating the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic. Congratulations to the following organisations for being shortlisted as the […]
HR Stars Awards: Finalists Revealed for Best Health and Wellness Interventions
Singapore, June 12, 2023 – The highly anticipated HR Stars Awards has unveiled the finalists for the esteemed Best Health and Wellness Interventions category. Amidst a competitive field, the following organisations have emerged as finalists in the Best Health and Wellness Interventions category: Deloitte Singapore, DXC Technology Singapore, and ZALORA. These remarkable companies have impressed […]
Employers wary of gaps in mental healthcare
Organisations have increasingly recognised the importance of mental health to employee productivity and business profitability, but the issue remains high on the compensation and benefits agenda in 2023. Insurers have responded to the rising demand for mental health support, but a significant number of them still offer no coverage. In 2021, mental and emotional risks […]
Finding the balance between cost containment and staff wellbeing
The Covid-19 pandemic has transformed employer-provided healthcare, with many organisations struggling to cope with rising medical costs, according to MercerMarsh Benefits’ (MMB’s) Health Trends 2023 report. In addition, mental health gaps persist as employer plans often lack adequate coverage, leading employers to seek alternative ways to support employee wellbeing. Insurers in Asia are anticipating a […]
Lack of compensation strategy is holding employers back: Chief of Staff research
A surprisingly large number of employing organisations in Singapore and the Southeast Asia region are working without a formal compensation strategy. This is according to the latest Chief of Staff Asia research paper, focused on compensation, benefits, and employee health. The report, titled Innovation Rules: How Compensation and Benefits Strategies are Evolving in 2023, was […]
