Jobs opening up in European, Mexican markets
THE DEPARTMENT of Migrant Workers (DMW) is developing new job markets that are opening up in Europe and Mexico with potential hiring of over...
Why paying above minimum wage makes sense
By Rey Elbo
Good for you and your CEO. Many organizations treat the minimum wage like a sacred ceiling rather than a legal floor. They pay workers just enough to keep them from leaving and expect them to work hard enough not to get fired. But that’s a false economy.
Cautious consumption seen weakening seasonal hiring
By Chloe Mari A. Hufana, Reporter
SLOW AND UNEVEN government aid after recent typhoons could dampen fourth-quarter growth as households curb holiday spending following the...
Managing difficult employees
By Rey Elbo
My long-time worker has turned difficult, absenting himself on critical days, missing out on a routine task that must be delivered every Monday. Due...
Dearth of teacher expertise seen hindering push for media literacy
THE Department of Education (DepEd) said the revamped basic education curriculum that includes courses in media and information literacy (MIL) is running into obstacles...
Soliciting donations for a grieving colleague
By Rey Elbo
This is my first time to work as a human resources (HR) manager for a company managed by foreign nationals. Yesterday, the spouse of...
Ilocos, W. Visayas wage boards approve pay hikes
REGIONAL WAGE BOARDS in Ilocos and the Western Visayas approved minimum wage increases, Labor Secretary Bienvenido E. Laguesma said on Thursday.
Are office uniforms outdated?
By Rey Elbo
Our Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is very much concerned about the image of our organization that he’s thinking of requiring all employees to wear...
Trade deals seen promising relief to garment firms
THE Labor department said disruptions to the workforce stemming from the looming closure of a garment factory in Central Luzon could be temporary, and...
Convincing workers to take a medical exam
By Rey Elbo
We average 40% compliance on workers taking the annual physical and medical exam. They give various reasons, from being too busy to lack of...
DoLE sends out work-safety notice to employers after Cebu, Davao earthquakes
THE Department of Labor and Employment (DoLE) said companies need to strengthen their occupational safety and health programs in the wake of two strong...
Early release of bonus to a worker in need
By Rey Elbo
A longtime supervisor is requesting that management release of his 13th month pay and performance bonus early. He needs the money to pay for...