Starbucks worker opposed to union challenges US labor board structure
Starbucks Corp. employee who wants to dissolve a union at a New York store filed a lawsuit on Wednesday claiming the structure of the...
Britain’s migration advisor recommends scrapping visa rules for key occupations
LONDON — The British government’s independent migration advisor recommended abolishing one of the main routes for businesses to hire migrant workers in sectors where...
Best way to celebrate employee birthdays
By Rey Elbo
We remember employee birthdays by sending them greeting cards signed by their colleagues within their department. However, I find this as overly mechanical and...
LinkedIn pilots new tools for streamlining tasks as HR, marketers turn to AI
Human resources (HR) leaders and marketers are seeking artificial intelligence (AI) tools to streamline routine tasks, according to employment-focused social media platform LinkedIn Corp.
In...
Vulnerable groups need priority in skills programs — ILO experts
Prioritizing vulnerable groups, such as youth, women, indigenous peoples, and those with disabilities, is crucial to address the access gap in skills development programs,...
PHL urged to ensure AI push in jobs strategy does not displace workers
THE government’s employment masterplan must harness artificial intelligence (AI) to create more job opportunities without displacing them, labor unions said.
Google offers free AI skills courses, new IT certificates
GOOGLE Philippines launched on Wednesday a program offering free generative artificial intelligence (AI) courses and information technology (IT) career certificates to upskill the workforce...
Biden and Trump in Michigan: Views on unions, UAW auto strike
US President Joe Biden and 2024 Republican front-runner and former President Donald Trump both travel to Michigan this week to talk to local auto...
Nonverbal keys to a successful job interview
By Rey Elbo
I’m a factory supervisor with 15 years of experience with no clear expectations of getting a promotion in a family-owned business. I report directly...
Union bats for reforms to wage-setting system
LEGISLATORS must reform the regional wage-setting system to ensure that pay keeps up with the rising cost of living, a labor group said.
Strategic planning for HR department
By Rey Elbo
We’re nearing the last quarter of the year. In preparation for the new year, how do we assess the capability and competency of our...
AI-driven recruitment seen to boost competitiveness
Companies need to explore creative ways to make the recruitment process more personalized, swift, and efficient to be competitive, a hiring platform said.
The use...