Insights
APAC Workforce Insights Report (October 2023)
We are pleased to announce the launch of our APAC Workforce Insights Report (October 2023) titled How To Attract And Retain Top Talent By Cultivating A Happy Workplace’. It’s the survey results of 2,540 employees from 12 markets across the Asia Pacific region – Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand and…
Read MoreThe Hidden Talent ROI: Engaging a Specialist Recruiter vs In-House Recruitment
In today’s cutthroat business world, I’ve seen what really counts in recruiting: the ability to distinguish true professionals from mere pretenders. Forget about speed to market; the real value lies in knowing candidates’ career trajectories, personal drivers, and strengths within the specific sector like the back of your hand. Get it right, and you gain…
Read MoreNavigating Leadership Succession in a Multigenerational Workforce
Generational diversity is becoming more prevalent in today’s workforce, creating new organisational challenges. One of the most significant challenges is leadership succession. With different generations come different values, goals, and communication preferences, which may result in tension and misalignment during the handover of leadership roles. As a human resource professional or top management personnel, it…
Read MoreAdvancing Careers: The Importance of a Professional Network
In today’s ever-changing professional landscape, the path to securing mid- and senior-level positions has become more complex and competitive. As candidates ascend the career ladder, relying solely on job advertisements and recruitment agencies is no longer sufficient. The scarcity of senior roles, exacerbated by recent workforce reductions in Australia’s tech and banking sectors, coupled with…
Read MoreWhat ‘Work and Smile’ Means To Me
“Work and Smile” certainly has a different meaning for each individual, making its vision and expression more special and personal, which is beautiful. For Me (Personal), it has always been about fulfilment and satisfaction and loving what you do daily. If you love your work and job at the same time, it will certainly make…
Read MorePartnering with the Right Executive Search Firm in Indonesia
Indonesia’s robust and thriving economy offers promising opportunities for businesses and investors. After a strong rebound in 2022 back to pre-pandemic levels and a solid start to 2023, outstripping Europe and the Americas, optimism for further growth is high. However, despite these positive economic indicators, domestic and international businesses in Indonesia need help finding qualified…
Read MoreIndustry 4.0 and the Rise of the Smart Factories in Thailand: Challenges and Opportunities
Industry 4.0, also known as the fourth industrial revolution, involves the integration of advanced technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and automation into industrial processes to create a “smart factory“. In Thailand, Southeast Asia’s second-largest economy, implementing Industry 4.0 has the potential to revolutionise the manufacturing and engineering sectors and…
Read MoreGetting HR On Board In The Early Stage Can Boost Digital Transformation.
The phrase digital transformation has now been employed so many times that the exact meaning of it is difficult to pin down. Some companies call on their information technology (IT) teams to spearhead this initiative, while others hire external third-party providers. Teams or personnel initiating the exercise might be different, but HR gets drawn into…
Read MoreBTI Executive Search Launches in Australia
We’re pleased to announce that BTI Executive Search, an APAC leading executive search agency, has recently launched in Australia. With over 40 years of establishment, BTI Executive Search has established itself as a trusted partner to many of the world’s leading companies. It has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality executive recruitment services. The…
Read MoreWhat L’Oréal’s Aēsop Acquisition Means In The APAC Consumer Markets Industry
French cosmetic giant L’Oréal is making waves in the luxury beauty industry by acquiring Australian brand Aesop from Natura &Co. In a billion-dollar deal worth $2.53 billion, L’Oreal seeks to expand its global presence in high-end cosmetics and has set its sights on China. This move further establishes L’Oreal’s reputation as a top player in the beauty market and is…
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