Productivity in the New World of Work
Globally, we are witnessing a seismic shift in the way people work. This is especially true in Asia which, according to the Harvard Business Review, is the most socially engaged region in the world on the web.
Marketing Job Advice: Connecting the World through Communications
Jumpstart your marketing/ telecom career! Wendy Tan, Marketing Manager of CITIC, talks about what it takes to develop solutions that connect the world.
Inspiration and Creation: Taking Your Dreams Far
It is one thing to simply be a dreamer, always with your head in the clouds, never quite focused on the world about you. And it is quite another to be a creator, taking those dreams and applying them to the world about you. This week, we have young French adventurer and consultant Antonin Guy here to discuss not only his past work experiences but also his current project, the Electric Odyssey.
Industry News - 69% Of Professionals Careful About Online Image
Protect your online image like the majority of Singapore executives. Read this latest industry news report from Robert Walters.
Tweet This: Social Media and the Workplace
Social media: it’s invading our lives like a horde of angry locusts, and no one is safe. Most of us have at least one social media account, whether it’s on Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Google+ or MySpace. Some of us have accounts on more than one of those social networking sites. We open our lives to the world, posting status updates about our latest jaunt to Europe or Tweeting about that great sandwich we had for lunch, or simply sharing videos of cats playing musical instruments.
Robert Walters Releases Asia Job Index Q1 2012
SINGAPORE, May 16, 2012 – Robert Walters, one of the world's leading specialist professional recruitment consultancies, has launched its Asia Job Index for Q1 2012.
Job Advertisement Levels In Asia Decline By 3% Between Q3 And Q4 2011
There was a seasonal dip in job advertisement levels in the last quarter of 2011 in the run up to the festive period and year-end budget reviews. Total job advertisements across the region fell by 3% from Q3 to Q4 2011.
Confidence is high for Singapore financial executives as a net 28% plan to add staff
Despite the ongoing uncertainties in the global economy, 31% of CFOs and finance directors are planning to add finance, accounting and banking staff in the first half of 2012, according to the latest Financial Employment Report from specialist finance and accounting recruitment firm, Robert Half. Only 3% of financial leaders plan to decrease permanent headcount, leading to a net employment increase of 28%.
Survey Of Children In Singapore Reveals That Becoming A Teacher Is The Career Of Choice
For the past six years, Adecco Singapore has surveyed children across Singapore to understand their career aspirations and thoughts about work and life in general. Each year the survey reveals interesting responses from Singapore’s workforce of the future – responses that are often both poignant and amusing.
New survey indicates that cumbersome work processes and systems hinders productivity in Singapore
A new survey by Ernst & Young released today reveals that cumbersome work processes and systems, low quality work, and the poor utilization of capacity are the key hindrances to productivity in Singapore.
Corporate Branding Efforts Boost Revenues
Is corporate branding an effective tool in driving revenue growth for an organisation? What does corporate branding encompass anyway?
Singapore’s Quest For Talent: Professionals And Companies Alike Seek International Perspectives
– As economic globalisation continues apace, the benefits of international mobility within the workplace have become more pronounced to businesses. However, while many finance and accounting professionals in Singapore are keen to pursue their careers further ashore, they may find such opportunities hard to come by within their organisations.
Job Websites Emerged as Top Channels for People Seeking Employment
According to the recent survey conducted by jobsDB.com, job websites have become the preferred channels for people seeking employment in Singapore.
Organisations hiring in the Asia-Pacific continue to face talent shortage
According to the latest Robert Half Workplace Survey, almost all (97%) of the employers looking to hire in the second half of 2011 continue to find hiring skilled professionals a challenge.
How to get on the board: Five skills you need for a successful finance career
Technical skills, business knowledge, staff development, communication skills and international experience are the five key skills any finance professional needs for a long-term successful career, says recruiting experts Hays.
Money and lifestyle issues driving career change for Singapore’s workers
The career-for-life is vanishing, with more than half of all Singaporean respondents saying they expect to switch careers within the next five years, according to the latest survey results from global workforce solutions leader, Kelly Services®.
More hiring at the top this financial year
Executive level recruitment will rise this financial year as companies rebuild headcount and look to move business forward, says recruiting experts Hays.
Increased Hiring Optimism In Singapore's Finance Sector
The Ministry of Manpower today issued its Labour Market Report for the first quarter of 2011. The report revealed that the labour market tightened further, amid healthy economic growth in the first quarter of 2011.
Overseas Experience Crucial For Sucessful Career In Finance
Overseas experience is crucial to developing a successful career in finance, according to a survey of 3,019 Asia Pacific finance professionals conducted by eFinancialCareers in May and June 2011.
69% of Singapore professionals stayed glued to work after office hours
The line between work and personal life is fast blurring for professionals in Asia Pacific, with increasing workplace connectivity and higher expectations from bosses keeping more workers connected to work at all times.
Social Networking Changing the Landscape for Singaporean Job Seekers
More than one-in-five people surveyed from Singapore are going online in their hunt for work, but many are growing nervous about the potential career fallout from personal content on social networking sites, according to the latest survey results from global workforce solutions leader, Kelly Services®.
Skills in demand in 2030
Professionals with healthcare, infrastructure, financial services and green energy expertise will be needed to power the global economy of 2030, according to recruiting experts Hays.
Online Networking Can Harm Workplace Relationships
While many Singapore professionals are happy to connect with their colleagues on social networking websites, nearly 50% have seen social media hurt workplace relationships, according to Robert Half’s latest Workplace Survey.
Employers Address Latent Recruitment Needs, But Greater Flexibility Required.
Employers will fill skills gaps that have remained dormant for the past two to three years, but they still need to relax their stringent criteria, according to recruiting experts Hays.
Workplaces that fail to match the sales pitch
Over one quarter of Singaporeans say the reality of working for their organisation is nothing like they were expecting, according to a survey by recruiting experts Hays.
On the move: Global workforce mobility
Singaporean HR and recruitment professionals must be prepared to think strategically about workforce mobility in order to recruit successfully over the next two decades, says recruiting experts Hays.
International Women’s Day – Celebrating Opportunity in Singapore
International Women’s Day (IWD) is now 100 years old; this global day celebrating the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future first began in 1911.
Survey Reveals a New Employment Landscape in Singapore
Almost two thirds (62 per cent) of all employers expect to increase salaries between three and six per cent in their next review.
Career Advancement: Asia Remains in Confident Growth Mode
Salary increments and bonuses are now firmly back on the corporate agenda for 2011, says Ambition.
First Quarter Hiring Hotspots
According to Hays Quarterly Report for January to March 2011, employers are creating new roles to bolster their teams for the year ahead.
Top Employment Issues for 2011
Skill shortages, candidate mobility and social media are the issues that will dominate Singapore’s employment market in 2011, says Hays Singapore.
Accountants and Value for Business
The finance profession is expected to be at the forefront of value creation for business in future by ACCA. Land a finance job through jobsDB.
Life Insurance Sales More Attractive To Job Seekers
A career in life insurance sales is now considered more attractive to job seekers, according to Hays. Land an insurance...
A Great Home and a Caring Community
People's Association supports Singapore Sports Council's Let's Play Movement. Read about their workplace health programmes and modules.
Salary Increments and Bonuses Back on the Corporate Agenda
Recent survey by Ambition, one of Asia’s leading specialist recruitment groups, indicates that salary increments and bonuses are now firmly back on the corporate agenda.
The Truth Behind Attaining Work/Life Balance
42.53 percent of Singaporeans think that work/life balance is attainable, reports Hays Singapore. Achieve a balanced work & life! Let jobsDB help you.
Healthy But Tight Jobs Market
The jobs market is very healthy but tight, according to the latest Hays Quarterly Report. Improve your job hunt. Find out which skills are in demand.
Work-Life Balance Success: Sony Electronics Group
Learn how Sony Electronics Group Singapore helps its staff lead a healthy work-life balance.
Work And Play Makes A Great Day
In today's hectic working world, find out how RHB Bank helps its staff lead a healthy work-life balance.
Overseas job seekers revive their career in Singapore
Job seekers who have not been able to restart their career after the global financial crisis should consider a move to Singapore, says recruiting experts Hays.
More post-graduate qualifications courses needed in Singapore to attract and root high-grade talent
Find out why investing your time in education and upgrading will improve your job prospects.
Employers fight to retain their talent
The latest Hays Quarterly Report reveals that an increasing number of employers in Singapore are willing to counter offer in efforts to retain their staff.
Singapore job market shifts from employer-driven to employee-driven
Ambition reports that the Singapore job market shifts from employer-driven to employee-driven.
Hiring expectations in Singapore are at their highest levels in nearly a decade
Hiring expectations in Singapore are at their highest levels in nearly a decade
2010/2011 Singapore Salary Guide for Finance Professionals - Robert Half
Hiring demand for specific finance and accounting talent in Singapore is increasing in response to the promise of better times ahead.
Singapore finance professionals are the world’s most optimistic – despite growing concerns about global recovery, ACCA survey shows
Singapore finance professionals are the world’s most optimistic – despite growing concerns about global recovery, ACCA survey shows
Job seekers pack their bags for the right opportunity
An increasing number of skilled professionals are relocating in order to secure their next career step, says recruiting experts Hays.
GOLD MEDALS GIVEN OUT TO TOP 10 MARKETING CAMPAIGNS IN APAC
Ten of the most memorable marketing campaigns in the Asia Pacific region clinched gold medals at APPIES 2010, the region's first premier marketing and advertising congress.
The Ministry of Manpower Labour Report – Q1, 2010
The strong economic recovery has led to more people securing jobs. Total employment rose by 36,500 in the first quarter of 2010.
Businesses need ethical decision-makers
The ACCA urges companies to hire senior executives and financial staff with strong ethical compasses.
Career reviews matter most to employees
In a recent survey of job candidates across Asia, 57 per cent said career reviews are the best way for a company to retain their employees.
Retirement and Re-employment Practices
Nearly two-thirds (64%) of companies reported that they have enabled their local employees to work beyond the statutory retirement age of 62.
WSQ training improves job mobility
Workers who go for Workforce Skills Qualification (WSQ) training have greater job mobility.
47 entries from Singapore vying for Gold Medals at the Inaugural Appies 2010
47 entries from Singapore vying for Gold Medals at the Inaugural Appies 2010. More than 100 Marketing Campaigns from APAC expected to make competition more intense.
Jobseekers in Singapore say salaries too low
According to a survey by recruiting experts Hays, 35 per cent believe salaries are below market rate with no room to negotiate. A further 35 per cent of jobseekers believe salaries are low but employers are willing to negotiate.
Finance sector looking to hire; Employees eager for job change
The Ministry of Manpower today issued its Employment Situation Report for the first quarter of 2010 (1Q2010). Employment continued to grow strongly in the first quarter of 2010, amid the robust economic recovery.
The APPIES 2010
The APPIES 2010 is useful for marketers, advertisers, decision makers, and business owners.
Balance of power swinging back to job seekers
Financial Planners, HR Managers, Geotechnical Design Engineers and Sales Executives are some of the skills in high demand.
2010 Outlook for Finance professionals in Singapore - Robert Half
Read what Finance professionals in Singapore think of this year's prospects.
Labour Market, 2006: Total Employment Creation for 2006 an All-Time High
Employment opportunities rose to an all time high in 2006. Now is a great time to jump start your career. Find top jobs @ jobsDB.com Singapore.
Employment Situation, Second Quarter 2008
Employment grew by 70,600 in the second quarter of 2008. Find lots of job opportunities @ jobsDB.com Singapore.
Timing is Everything – Accelerate Recruitment to Help Beat the Skills Shortage
Timing is everything when it comes to recruitment. Know the right timing to be successful in recruitment industry @ jobsDB.com SG.
French Flair for Singapore Tourism Icons
jobsDB features the Tourism Icons of SG. Know the world renowned Singapore tourist attractions, Botanic Gardens, Night Safari and the Singapore Zoo.
Why Job Market is Still Bright for Job Seeker
jobsDB Singapore shares why the current job market is bright for job seekers. Find employment opportunities @ jobsDB.com SG.
A jobsDB Special Report on Pastry Chefs
jobsDB Singapore features successful Pastry Chefs. Taste the sweetness of their success.
Opportunity Knocks at SG's Short-Term Employment Market
Temporary and contract recruitment is now more commonplace in Singapore. Look for temp jobs and part time jobs @ jobsDB.com SG.
The Singapore Workforce Skills Qualifications
Check out Singapore Workforce Skills Qualifications; designed to build industry competencies. jobsDB Singapore features their training courses.
Skills and Experience Keep Mature Workers Employed
Continual education and training are essential to your career. jobsDB gives the main reason why mature workers stay employed.
New Technology Initiatives Drive IT Jobs Growth
jobsDB Singapore offers IT job career advice for IT jobseekers. Get Information Technology career guide from Hays Singapore.
An Exciting Time to Work in China
Grab this job opportunities at China as jobsDB Singapore gives way to jobseekers to work in China
The Hot Spots of Recruitment Activity
Know the HotSpots on job resources, as jobsDB Singapore gives the easy access to know this top job opportunities
Labour Market, First Quarter 2007
Be informed of the employment situation as jobsDB Singapore features the Labour Market for the first quarter of 2007
Professionals’ Wages Rose in ‘06
Know how the professional's wages rose in 2006; check out the jobs that require professional training to gain higher salaries
Singapore Citizens Benefit From Record Employment Creation, Securing Good Quality Jobs
Check out why Singapore citizens benefit from record employment creation. Know how many good quality jobs were created for better job opportunities
Report on Wages in Singapore 2007 and Singapore Yearbook of Manpower Statistics 2008
See the report on wages in Singapore 2007 and the yearbook of manpower statistics 2008, because jobsDB Singapore gives jobseekers great job resources
Pan Pacific Singapore Wins 2 Awards at Singapore HR Awards 2008
Check out Pan Pacific Singapore's award winning human resource services, them to share human resources jobs career advice