ILO says 29% of workers in critical jobs paid poorly

THE International Labor Organization (ILO) said 29% of workers in the healthcare, retail, security, sanitation, transportation and clerical jobs are not paid competitively relative...

CEO gives instructions directly to workers

By Rey Elbo
You only have to wait a bit before the CEO realizes his folly. It’s not possible to supervise everyone directly. It’s only a matter of time before he is deluged with workers asking to clarify his instructions and asking him to check their work.

AIM, University of Houston business school partner for dual-degree undergrad program

The Asian Institute of Management (AIM) and the University of Houston’s (UH) C.T. Bauer College of Business recently signed a partnership deal to offer a double-degree undergraduate program.

SC strikes down PAL policy of retiring female cabin crew at 55

THE Supreme Court (SC) has voided a 2005 agreement between Philippine Airlines, Inc. (PAL) and its cabin crew which set the retirement age of...

Greater WFH adoption seen improving employment outlook

MORE remote and hybrid jobs will help boost employment this year with companies growing more flexible on work arrangements even with the easing of the public health emergency, according to the online job portal JobStreet.

Probationary employee acting without authority

By Rey Elbo
Employee empowerment is not absolute. Management must draw the line between the things that can and cannot be done by employees, regardless of their work experience, educational orientation and background. In many organizations even management has limited authority. They can’t simply make decisions on some things.

Gender should not affect hiring, promotion — Filipina executives

SUCCESS IN the workplace can be achieved by anyone through merit, determination, and having a supportive network, regardless of gender, according to Filipino women executives.

Third of PHL workforce in active job search — study

ABOUT a third of employees in the Philippines are looking for new employment with higher salary potential, according to the online job portal JobStreet. In...

Caterpillar reaches tentative deal with union, averting possible strike

CATERPILLAR, INC. said on Wednesday it had reached a tentative agreement with a union that represents workers at four of its facilities, dodging a...

Well-regarded worker’s mistake cost company millions

By Rey Elbo
My short answer is — it’s a judgment call. But first, you must decide based on Normandy’s total personal circumstances. Be prudent.

SC rules against builder in project-hiring dispute

THE Supreme Court (SC) has upheld an appeals court decision that ordered a construction firm to reinstate five workers after it had failed to...

TESDA to provide more livelihood programs for women, OFWs

THE Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) said on Wednesday that it plans to offer more upskilling and livelihood programs to women and...