Author: Javen Ong
Singapore Budget 2025: What Business Owners Need to Know
Singapore’s Budget 2025 is built around a forward-thinking agenda—one that balances cost management, business growth, and workforce transformation. If you’re a business owner, this budget delivers targeted support to help you navigate rising costs, embrace innovation, and build a stronger workforce. This isn’t just about short-term relief—it’s about setting businesses up for long-term success in… Read more
Outsmarting the Talent Crunch: A CEO’s Playbook for Singapore’s 2025 Labor Market
How CEOs Can Leverage Public-Private Partnerships to Attract and Retain Top Talent Singapore’s labor market is a paradox: unemployment remains at a historic low of 1.9%, while employers face a 1.39:1 job vacancy-to-unemployed ratio. With GDP growth projected at 1–3% in 2025, businesses must navigate a landscape where talent scarcity, digital disruption, and shifting worker priorities collide.… Read more
Hidden Talent Pools in Singapore: Untapped Opportunities for Employers
Introduction Singapore’s competitive labor market, with unemployment at 1.9% (Q1 2024), demands that employers rethink traditional hiring approaches. This article identifies 8 underutilized talent pools in Singapore and practical strategies to engage them. 1. Career Returners (Women Re-Entering the Workforce) Why They Matter:Many skilled women pause careers for caregiving (children or elderly parents), creating resume gaps that deter employers.… Read more
What Makes a Great Talent Acquisition Team?
What Makes a Great Talent Acquisition Team? A Business-Centric Perspective In today’s competitive landscape, Talent Acquisition (TA) is no longer just about filling roles—it’s about driving business success. The best TA teams operate as strategic partners, directly impacting a company’s ability to innovate, grow, and outperform competitors. If your TA team isn’t aligned with your… Read more
The Hidden Triggers Behind Why Great Employees Quit
It’s a moment every leader dreads: a top performer resigns, and suddenly, your team is left scrambling to fill the gap. The truth is, most employees don’t quit on a whim. They leave because of small but avoidable triggers that, over time, push them out the door. If you want to retain your best people,… Read more
Why Fractional HR Services Are Trending
As companies face evolving workforce challenges, Fractional HR Services have become an increasingly popular solution. Offering flexible, on-demand HR leadership without the long-term commitment, fractional services allow businesses to scale their HR function based on their unique needs. From startups to established enterprises, businesses are leveraging this model to maintain strategic agility while managing costs.… Read more
Why Setting Up Proper HR in the Early Stages is Crucial to a Company’s Success
In the fast-paced world of startups and early-stage companies, human resources (HR) is often overlooked in favor of focusing on product development, sales, or raising capital. However, building a strong HR foundation from the outset can make the difference between a company that thrives and one that struggles. Here’s why setting up proper HR systems… Read more
在新加坡设立公司：流程及Play HR顾问如何提供帮助
新加坡以其稳定的经济、友好的营商环境和国际化的商业枢纽地位，吸引了越来越多的跨国企业家在此设立公司。如果您正在考虑在新加坡开展业务，那么了解设立公司的基本步骤以及如何获得专业帮助至关重要。 Read more
Singapore Public Holidays 2025
Singapore Public Holidays 2025: Plan Your Year Ahead! The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) has recently announced the public holidays for 2025, giving us a chance to start planning our vacations and long weekends in advance! Here’s a quick rundown of the holidays to look forward to: 2025 Public Holidays in Singapore Making the most of… Read more
Setting Effective Remote Work Guidelines
Building Trust in a Virtual Environment The shift towards remote work has transformed the way we operate, offering flexibility and new opportunities. However, it also presents unique challenges, particularly when it comes to maintaining trust between employers and employees. At PLAY HR, we understand these concerns and have developed strategies to foster a culture of… Read more
