Singapore SMEs cutting back on ESG initiatives, study shows
A QBE study has found that fewer Singapore small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are conducting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives. Despite 76% considering ESG relevant to their business, only 52% are implementing these initiatives annually. The study showed a 7% drop since 2021, with cost named as the main obstacle by 32% of the […]
Singapore emerges as global hub for brands and businesses
Singapore is solidifying its position as a global hub for brands and businesses, capitalising on its strategic location, robust intellectual property (IP) regime, and a diverse professional talent pool. With the ASEAN economy expected to become the world’s fourth-largest by 2030, the city-state has become a preferred destination for multinational corporations seeking regional expansion, and […]
WHO SAYS: Quotes of the week from HR influencers and leaders
THOUGHT LEADERS: Here’s what HR and business leaders across Southeast Asia have to say on today’s pressing issues: “Having good ESG policies is something that will not go away. If a company doesn’t address these issues, they will only get worse and will require more attention in the future,” — Low Khim Wah, Regional […]
From Oil & Gas, how Andrew Tan becomes an IT-Banking leader
Now at the helm of Silverlake Axis, the firm has been performing financially well, reaching its most profitable state in 2022. Thanks to its workforce to whom Tan attributes much of the company’s success. Tan’s people-focused leadership was born from 38 years of experience in the management consulting and IT industries. He was the managing […]
Lim-Loges & Masters: Three tips to create a workplace revival
HR consulting specialist firm Lim-Loges & Masters, in its latest whitepaper, has noted the importance of the Asia-Pacific region in the ongoing workplace revolution. “Asia is at the forefront of a workplace revolution, with technological advancement, an evolving workforce, and changing social norms transforming the business model and how we work. Companies must stay ahead of the curve by understanding these trends and their potential impact,” Lim-Loges & Masters said in its paper. Citing data from Statista, it noted that 66% of workers in […]
United Nations expands parental leave to 16 weeks
The United Nations (UN) has implemented a new policy that expands parental leave to 16 weeks. This was announced by the UN’s economist for digital government and investment facilitation Ian Richards on a LinkedIn post. “I am pleased that as of 2023, a new UN parental leave policy is in place with the following benefits: […]
The Reading List: Short reads for the weekend
It is almost the weekend. Here is some light reading material curated by Chief of Staff Asia to help with your HR fix. The Debate Swirling Inside HR Departments: How to Lay Off Workers The Wall Street Journal There comes a time in every HR professional’s life where we have to make the difficult decision […]
Five ways SMEs can reduce their carbon footprint
CHIEF OF STAFF FIVE: The climate crisis is here and no one is spared from its impact. That’s why governments around the world are scaling up efforts to prevent a climate catastrophe. Businesses are also putting their best foot forward and have increased involvement in protecting the environment over the past decades. But you are […]
Acre opens first APAC office to address demand for ESG talents
Responding to the need for environmental, social and governance (ESG) talent and skills in the region, sustainability recruitment firm Acre opened its first APAC office in Singapore on October 13, 2022. The opening of the Singapore office is a significant milestone for the company in support of its mission to catalyse social and environmental change […]
Hybrid work deep dive: A view from Mixpanel’s global HR leader
Hybrid staff can sometimes be considered professional jugglers: running from one household errand to another while still tending to the requirements of their professional work. That’s one of the reasons hybrid employers are often hailed as an ideal place. A believer in finding the proper balance between remote and onsite work, Hsuan fondly mentions […]
