DoLE says UPLIFT role focused on transport, agri
THE Department of Labor and Employment (DoLE) said on Thursday that it continues to play a role in the Unified Package for Livelihoods, Industry,...
10 smart rules for summer getaways
By Rey Elbo
We’re having an out-of-town beach party for all employees. Aside from the usual preparations, what other important things do we need to ensure a...
Anihan Technical School calls for more tech-voc scholars
Anihan Technical School, a project of the Foundation for Professional Training, Inc. (FPTI), called for more technical-vocational (tech-voc) students as demand for skilled workers...
FEU signs dual partnerships to strengthen student training
Far Eastern University (FEU) on Wednesday said its recent partnerships with industry players strengthen students’ knowledge and experiences on industry-standard practices.
“FEU has formalized two...
Philippines warns agencies not to send seamen to Persian Gulf
The Philippines is telling crewing agencies to stop sending its nationals to the Persian Gulf, according to people familiar with the matter, making it...
PHL jobs vulnerable to GenAI estimated at 28%
NEARLY 28% of jobs in the Philippines are now exposed to generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), placing the country at the upper end of the...
Old-school vs process-oriented hiring
REY ELBO
I've been promoted to oversee recruiting after a major reorganization, even if I don’t have the experience other than hearing oft-repeated interview questions. What’s...
Online expansion becoming talent pipeline for employers
MORE COMPANIES are struggling to meet growth targets as hiring and payroll challenges weigh on expansion, according to global HR platform Remote.
“In the past...
Using silence in executive headhunting
By Rey Elbo
I’m a headhunter for private organizations that rely on me to choose their best job candidates. I guess I’ve already perfected silence as a...
iPeople sees micro-credentials as a solution for PHL’s skills gap
Education firm iPeople, Inc., said micro-credentials can help bridge the skills gap in the Philippines and position Filipinos at the forefront of emerging roles...
Sanofi, PhilCare ink partnership to promote preventive workplace health
Biopharma company Sanofi Philippines and PhilCare, a health maintenance organization (HMO), signed a partnership on Tuesday to promote workplace vaccination and a proactive health...
Kids who can’t read put Philippines’ status as call center hub at risk
THE Philippine call center industry is a juggernaut, employing over a million and generating billions in revenue. Its workers’ voices are a familiar sound...