When we first explored fractional leadership in Asia back in 2023, it was still a fringe concept in many boardrooms — a scrappy workaround rather than a strategic model. But fast forward to today, and the change is striking. Fractional work has matured into a high-impact, high-trust model embraced not just by startups, but increasingly by SMEs and more traditional businesses looking for agility without compromising on talent quality.

In this follow-up, we revisit the evolution of the space through voices from the ground: seasoned fractional practitioners, talent platform leaders, and those shaping community ecosystems

‍In a society where the hustle culture reigns supreme, the idea of taking a sabbatical can often feel like a distant fantasy. However, sabbaticals offer far more than just an extended vacation; they represent a purposeful break (sometimes planned and sometimes unplanned) from the constant hustle and bustle of life, providing an opportunity for individuals to realign and reconnect with themselves.

Three years ago, a 20 to 30 per cent annual pay raise would seem pretty routine. Tech salaries have been increasing for many years, and this accelerated during the pandemic. But last year, increments suddenly stagnated.

In the current tech and funding winter, “gig” leadership is making its way into Asia. From finance to marketing and human resources, it is transforming our traditional definitions of leadership within a company. We ask community and human resources leaders five burning questions about this trending topic.

While we all want to polish our resumes to perfection, half-truths are getting more common, and they almost always backfire, say our HR experts.

This is just the beginning. And recruiters and jobseekers are only beginning to discover AI’s vast potential.

Is quiet quitting a new sort of resistance or learnt helplessness? Does it point to weak employees or leadership? Is it the spirit of our times or a new way to call an old problem? 2 HR leaders weigh in.

Here’s everything you need to know to mitigate risks and land on your feet as quickly as possible.

A lot has changed since the talent war and poaching spree that kicked off the year. As we enter the bear market with rising interest rates and inflation, much of the post-pandemic optimism has dimmed.

The talent transition required to support your growth and prevent culture cracks during accelerated scaling.

As recent times have taught us, the new year is bound to have a few surprises. Put your startup in the best position to grow by staying on top of these predictions.

Onboarding is a key driver for a positive employee experience. Even more so as the world increasingly turns to remote or virtual work. Read on to find out the outcomes that onboarding programs should deliver and a step-by-step approach….

After an unusual 2020, the startup ecosystem is witnessing a resurgence in confidence with Q1 2021 seeing a record global venture investment.

Put simply, culture is your company’s fingerprint, DNA, and very soul. It gives a brand relevance and resonance beyond mere size, product or profit ever could.

Your employees may clock in for the paycheck, but what really motivates them to go the extra mile for your company day after day, year after year?

How many times have you heard leaders say that people are their greatest assets? Across business categories, studies have shown that employees are the key drivers of success.

No matter what stage your company is at, here is how to prime it not just for exponential growth, but more importantly, sustained growth.

Many start-ups understandably struggle to find time and resources to invest fully in human resource management. However, do not make the mistake of routinely neglecting it until major issues crop up. Many common problems are easy to troubleshoot with the right systems in place.

Online shopping comparison site, iPrice, was birthed from the pains of online shopping. It is this culture that has led to a change in leadership that people not in the company may not understand.

Yes, that dreaded ‘R’ word. Retrenchment. Up till now, the startup scene has only seen the growth story. This sudden downturn has caught some founders and their fledgling HR teams by surprise.