The First Word: Leveraging personal growth and independent learning for career success
As the Founder and CEO of First Principles Education, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing firsthand how personal growth and independent learning can transform students into resilient, capable, and innovative professionals. In an era where knowledge is abundant but rapidly evolving, the ability to learn independently and grow personally is becoming increasingly crucial for success […]
The First Word: Embracing diversity and speed drive high-performance teams
With ever-rapid change and easy access to anywhere in the world, today’s workforce is far more culturally diverse and fast-paced than ever before. Having spent some 20 years in personal development and team coaching, I find that it is imperative to harness this diversity to optimise innovation and maintain a work environment that is conducive and productive. Enhancing […]
The First Word: Moving forward with employee engagement
In our rapidly evolving marketplace, building a company culture that fosters highly engaged employees is not just nice to have, it’s a necessity. Engaged employees are the backbone of a successful business, reporting better well-being, superior retention rates, lower absenteeism, and higher productivity. Engaged teams consistently outperform others and are instrumental in meeting business goals […]
The First Word: Upskilling to thrive in a competitive market
Upskilling has steadily become a vital strategy for those looking to advance in their respective careers in today’s ever evolving job market. With technological advancements and shifting industry demands, staying competitive means continuously updating and expanding your skill set. Here’s why upskilling is crucial for your career growth and how to effectively incorporate it into […]
The First Word: Leadership blindspot in reskilling due to age bias
Singapore’s workplace culture is undergoing a significant shift, set against the backdrop of a globally fragile economic outlook. Locally, the pressing issue of talent shortage looms large, with 83% of companies reporting challenges in securing needed workforce. The government’s solution to this is straightforward — to reskill local talents. These initiatives not only help workers adapt […]
The First Word: Navigating the upskilling wave: Meeting the demands of Singapore’s workforce
In the dynamic landscape of Singapore’s workforce, the demand for upskilling is becoming increasingly evident. Despite this, there remains a stark disconnect between the aspirations of employees to enhance their skills and the actual provision of training opportunities by employers. Ben Chew, Founder of Talentvis and Talentvis Academy, sheds light on this pressing issue and […]
Case in Point: How Central Retail Corporation champions L&D to sustain business performance
When Central Retail Corporation realised the need to prepare its workforce for not only present-day challenges, but also the evolving nature of the retail industry, it came up with a sustainable strategy to ensure continuous learning, innovation, and enhancement for its employees. The Central Retail Academy (CRC Academy) features a dynamic range of 126 varied […]
The First Word: Strategies to empower Singapore’s shrinking tech workforce
It’s tempting to assume that laid off tech workers have flooded the job market – but this is far from the case. Many of those impacted have found alternative job opportunities. This is especially true for roles which have highly sought after tech capabilities – there simply isn’t enough talent to go around. If anything, […]
Case in Point: How UOB gears up its workforce for success in the digital age
When the United Overseas Bank (UOB) realised digital transformation’s impact on job roles and skill demands, the company created an L&D programme designed to future-proof the workforce with an initial SGD3 million investment for the first three (3) years. Dubbed “Better U,” the programme features a 12-week foundation course accomplished through modules spanning five (5) […]
Asticom CEO: The Philippines needs greater digital literacy
Digital literacy is key to driving growth for the Philippine workforce, says Mharicar Castillo-Reyes, Chief Executive Officer of tech company Asticom. This includes quelling people’s apprehension towards the concept of automation and artificial intelligence (AI) Her interview with Chief of Staff Asia is published in line with our latest whitepaper discussing HR challenges in the Philippines. […]
