Networking is often cited as one of the key determinants of a successful job search. Many have found that if done right, it could transform an average career into a remarkable one. According to a 2017 LinkedIn Global survey, almost […]
Wilf Blackburn is Regional CEO, Insurance Growth Markets at Prudential Corporation Asia. He spoke to PeopleSearch recently about leading amid the Covid-19 crisis and the role that recruiters can play in helping organisations come out of it stronger than before. […]
Demand for certain skills has risen sharply in the FinTech industry which is projected to grow due to changes in consumer behaviour brought about by Covid-19. While hard skills are vital, employers are increasingly looking for people with business acumen […]
Amid uncertainty, FinTech professionals are choosing to stay in “safe havens” but this could soon change. Several news reports have reinforced our observations that technology professionals in Singapore and Hong Kong are choosing to stay in more established organisations. Larger […]
Much has been said about the vibrancy of the FinTech industry, but 2020 began with a sharp decline in funding. Things are set to improve, but in which specific areas? Covid-19 has transformed business and consumer behaviour drastically. While the […]
In spite of the acceleration of digital transformation, human resources remain an integral part of business in vital areas such as strategy formulation and functions that require sensory competencies. In a crisis, while many have chosen to freeze hiring, others […]
“Agility” has re-emerged as a buzzword in the business community amid the Covid-19 pandemic. However, making agility an intrinsic part of your organisation at every level is no mean feat. Some business leaders recommend slowing down before speeding up. Indeed, […]
Since remote working arrangements kicked in widely around the world in response to Covid-19, employees and employers alike have been ruminating about what a post-Covid workplace would look like. Some are planning to return to work while incorporating social distancing […]
Several recent examples have sparked concern and debate over the right way to lay people off. The economic impact of COVID-19 is expected to be long-lasting and deep. Likewise, our sense of humanity needs to be deepened and sustained to […]
As the pandemic’s effects on jobs and careers become more apparent, many are beginning to focus on what’s next. As recruiters, we often get asked what the jobs of the future are likely to be. People also naturally want to […]