HR Tech Update: reducing time to hire takes centre stage in HR Tech trends
Human resource professionals, listen up: in a fiercely competitive talent market, finding the right hires quickly is crucial for business success, and the latest HR tech trends show exactly that. AMS, the global talent solutions business, has recently shared data from its talent technology analysis platform, AMS Verified, revealing that 72% of members searched for […]
Infographic: How did the pandemic amplify workplace inequalities?
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: The Covid-19 pandemic caused great upheaval across almost every organisation, and consumer, on the planet. But experts say it had a magnified effect on those already struggling with their minority status, whether that was around gender, race, sexuality, or any number of other sources of bias. According to a report by McKinsey […]
Employee voices now considered vital in the quest for diversity
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Diversity and inclusion are back at the top of mind for many HR teams and business leaders, but the buck does not stop with them alone. That’s the opinion of Microsoft Singapore’s HR Lead Lynn Dang, who is featured in Chief of Staff Asia’s recent research paper into diversity and inclusion strategies […]
WHO urges commitment to ‘Health for All’ in Southeast Asia
The World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for Southeast Asia, Dr. Poonam Khetrapal Singh, has called for sustained action to achieve universal health coverage, as part of its Health for All campaign in the region. She stressed the importance of political and financial commitment from leaders, urging them to accelerate momentum ahead of the UN […]
Beyond the pandemic: how diversity and inclusion policies are set to surge
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: With the pandemic now behind most organisations and markets in Southeast Asia, thought leadership in the HR space is turning to the question of what now? Many now expect a full-powered thrust toward pro-active diversity and inclusion policies across the majority of multinational workforces. The US-based Boston College Center for Work and Family […]
Five ways to show empathy and compassion to laid-off staff
CHIEF OF STAFF FIVE: Experiencing job loss, no matter the cause, can be a distressing event that can leave outgoing employees feeling worried and uncertain about their future. It is crucial for management, HR leaders, and colleagues to exhibit empathy and compassion towards these laid-off workers. Moreover, the way a company handles layoffs can significantly […]
“Improve D&I or I’m out”: Staff driving inclusion agendas
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Southeast Asian employees are now, more than ever, expressing a willingness to leave their current employer if baseline diversity and inclusion criteria aren’t met. Fifty-seven (57) percent of all respondents to a Boston Consulting Group survey, of which 90% were from underrepresented groups, said they would consider leaving their job for a more […]
Showcasing the real benefits behind diversity and inclusion in 2023
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Diversity and inclusion in the workplace are not entirely new concepts. However, HR thought leaders and social researchers were able to gain new and varied perspectives while navigating through the pandemic. Many are now realising that a diverse and inclusive workforce can generate huge advantages for companies, as they become more innovative, […]
HR Tech Update: How automation is transforming the HR landscape
The global human resource (HR) technology market is set to explode over the next few years, reaching an estimated value of USD 76.5 billion by 2031. That represents a growth rate of 9.2% between 2022 and 2031, and a promise of transformative solutions for HR professionals worldwide. So, what does this mean for HR professionals […]
HR excellence takes center stage with the HR Stars Awards
In the fast-paced world of business, human resources (HR) professionals play an essential role in driving innovation, developing talent, and ensuring workplace success. Now, Chief of Staff Asia, Southeast Asia’s premier community for HR professionals, has launched the HR Stars Awards 2023, seeking to recognise the best and brightest HR professionals, practices, and cultures in […]
