The COVID-19 outbreak has significantly impacted the global economy and sent it into a slowdown. The Philippines, for that matter, is no exception. The pandemic’s long-term effects are starting to be felt, with some companies announcing redundancies, retrenchments, or layoffs….
The global outbreak of coronavirus has created significant challenges for leaders at all levels and in industries across the world. In fact, according to some organizational and leadership development experts, we are all in a state of transition especially in…
“Even though there is a slow down when it comes to hiring for us, it doesn’t mean that we stop hiring” Jun Abo, Transcom’s Country Head of HR, said during the recent HR Nation Masterclass webinar. The COVID-19 pandemic continues…
The rapid spread of COVID-19 has forced organizations to adapt to flexible working arrangements in order for their businesses to survive. To help companies proactively and efficiently respond to the challenges brought upon by this crisis, HR Nation held a…
COVID-19, and the overwhelming issues that it brings with it, continues to cause major anxiety to Filipinos—from the exponential daily report of confirmed cases, to the divided public opinion on the government’s response. With the national government officially extending the…
On March 16 this year, the entire Luzon was put on a month-long enhanced community quarantine as a preventive measure for the further spread of the COVID-19. All private establishments were forced to suspend operations, with exception to businesses rendering…
In the face of technological disruption, employers are once again reminded of the importance of upskilling, reskilling and retooling their workforce. During his speech at the 108th International Labor Organization Conference, Labor Secretary Silvestre H. Bello III said: “The collective…
Whether a candidate thrives in their role is not something you can predict based on professional and academic qualifications alone. As it turns out, personal traits, characteristics, and competencies that inform to how an individual relates to others are equally—or…
In the Philippines, it’s standard for employees to hand in their one month notice before they leave a company for good, but that isn’t always the case. Working in HR, you will have your fair share of resignations, and some…