Andreas Keller – Best HR Leaders from Asia 2024
I n today’s HR landscape, sustainability has evolved from a buzzword into an absolute necessity. Once considered optional, corporate sustainability efforts have evolved beyond mere public relations or brand defence.
Empathy is Good Business: A Winning Formula for the Modern Workplaces
In 2021, during the height of the pandemic, the CEO of Airbnb, Brian Chesky, made headlines when he pledged to support employees by offering extended remote work options and mental health resources. His approach wasn’t just about logistics but a demonstration of empathy. At a time when uncertainty and anxiety
Rajesh Nair – Best HR Leaders from Asia 2024
As companies worldwide face the complexities of managing diverse, multigenerational workforces, HR leaders are becoming critical architects of organisational success.
Breaking The Silence Once And For All
The Persistent Challenge of Workplace Sexual Harassment in Asia In 2017, Uber, one of Asia’s largest companies, faced a global outrage when then-CEO Travis Kalanick was forced to resign following widespread sexual harassment allegations. In a detailed blog post, Susan Fowler, a former Uber engineer, described Uber as a workplace
Workplace Interactions, A Lost Culture
In 2020, at the height of the pandemic, Microsoft faced a critical challenge that was becoming all too familiar in the corporate world. While their transition to remote work was largely seamless regarding operational continuity, the company’s leadership noticed a disturbing shift. Despite having robust digital tools in place, employee
A Cautionary Tale: Why HR Managers Should Be Sceptical About Self Promoters?
In 2016, Yahoo hired a senior executive, Henrique De Castro, alongside then-CEO Marissa Mayer to revitalise the company. With a solid reputation at Google, De Castro presented himself as a leader capable of turning things around, and his track record proved this. But little did Yahoo know that Castro is
Problem for Some, Opportunity for Others: Navigating the Noise Distraction in the Office and the New Business Opportunities it Offers
Employees today face a very peculiar challenge. Despite the companies’ open-office concept designed for collaboration, workers are distracted by the atmosphere that boosts creativity. Conversations, phone calls, and even the clatter of keyboards form a constant cacophony of noises, making focusing on work nearly impossible. The solution wasn’t as simple
After Trump’s Win, Global Markets Eyes On Fed Decision
After the historic win of Donald Trump in the 2024 US Presidential election, the Asia markets have set their eyes on the Federal Reserve Bank for their interest rate policy. According to the Register-Herald, investors believe Trump’s economic policy, which includes adding a 60% tariff on Chinese goods and a
Eyes Wide Open: The New Face of Justice in India
A striking new Lady Justice statue now stands proudly at the Supreme Court of India, replacing its predecessor that graced the court for decades. This fresh representation, uncovered recently, refreshes the court’s aesthetic and carries a deeper significance about how justice is viewed and delivered in the country. Unlike the
October 15, 1582: The Day Time Changed
On October 15, 1582, a significant shift in the way humanity measured time took place. This day marked the adoption of the Gregorian calendar, a reform that would eventually become the global standard for civil use. The transition from the Julian calendar to the Gregorian calendar was not just a
