HR Mistakes That Cost More Than You Think Every HR professional has handled a difficult case. At first, it feels routine. Until it’s not. When HR Gets It Wrong, It’s Not Just a Slap on the Wrist In Industrial Court, a poorly handled dismissal isn’t just embarrassing. It can be a 6-figure
If You’re Always Firefighting at Work, Something’s Wrong Many teams are praised for being “fast responders.” They handle issues quickly. They stay on top of problems. They’re always available. But what if the constant need to respond is actually a sign that something deeper is broken? Firefighting Is Not a Skill. It’s a
OSH compliance is no longer just about safety. It is about legal protection, business credibility, and staying competitive. Whether you are managing a factory, running a corporate office, operating a retail outlet, or leading a school, your company is legally required to comply with Malaysia’s Occupational Safety and Health (OSH)
Discover how Malaysian HR professionals can build trust, ensure inclusion, and prevent discrimination with proven, proactive practices. Understanding the HR Role in Workplace Discrimination in Malaysia In a multicultural country like Malaysia, inclusion in the workplace isn’t just ideal—it’s essential. Yet, despite public messaging that celebrates diversity, the reality on
Navigating employment law is a critical responsibility for HR professionals in Malaysia. Staying compliant ensures legal peace of mind, protects the organization, and fosters a healthy work environment. Now that it’s 2025, several key changes to Malaysian labor laws are set to significantly impact businesses across all industries. In this
Managing foreign workers in Malaysia is more important than ever. Labour shortages are affecting industries like manufacturing, construction, and food services. Businesses must act fast, understanding legal rules and adopting smart strategies to keep their workforce strong and productive. The Growing Labour Shortage Crisis in Malaysia Labour shortages are a
The Significance of Investing in Interns Arulkumar Singaraveloo, Co-Founder & CEO, Malaysia HR Forum, 23-Jun-23 08:45 A podcast episode on BFM 89.9 discusses the topic of interns and their compensation. Prime Minister Anwar has urged companies to provide reasonable allowances for interns, ensuring that they have sufficient funds to cover
MyPerformance: Malaysia’s PSD Introduces New Performance Management System from January 1, 2024 Arina Sofiah, 19 June 2023 The Public Service Department (JPA) of Malaysia will implement its performance management system, MyPerformance, starting from January 1, 2024. The introduction of MyPerformance, which was initially announced in 2021, replaces the previous performance evaluation system
HR Minister: Initiatives in Progress to Combat Forced Labour Bernama, June 16, 2023 7:51 PM Efforts to combat forced labour in the country have been significantly intensified since the implementation of the Labour Act 1955 (Amendment 2022) on January 1 of this year, according to Human Resources Minister V Sivakumar.
Malaysia Employers Pledge to Foster Women’s Leadership Skills Development at 111th ILO Conference Aditi Sharma Kalra, 16 June 2023 During the recent 111th International Labour Organization (ILO) Conference in Geneva, Syukri Sudari, Vice President of the Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF), addressed the plenary session on behalf of MEF President Datuk Dr Syed
Ministry of Health (MOH) to Undertake Fresh Health Human Resource Study in Current Year By CodeBlue, 13 June 2023 KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 – The Ministry of Health (MOH) plans to conduct fresh research this year to update its 2019 study on human resources requirements in various healthcare fields. Dr Zaliha Mustafa,
Employers in Malaysia obligated to provide a commitment letter for the employment of Bangladeshi workers Olive Goh, 12 June 2023 12 June 2023 – The Bangladesh High Commission in Kuala Lumpur has introduced a new measure to ensure responsible hiring of Bangladeshi workers in Malaysia. Najmus Sadat Salim, the Minister (Labour)
Youth Unemployment Rate in Malaysia Declines to 10.1% in Q1 2023 Wednesday, June 7, 2023, 3:29 PM MYT KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia’s youth unemployment rate has dropped to 10.1% in the first quarter of this year, compared to 11.1% during the same period last year. Mustapha Sakmud, the Deputy Minister of
HR minister: Foreign worker recruitment interview can be held at state Labour Dept Wednesday, 05 Oct 2022 9:19 PM MYT PUTRAJAYA, Oct 5 — Interview sessions for the recruitment of foreign workers by the Human Resource Ministry (KSM) can be held at the Department of Labour (JTK) in each state
Majority of Malaysian employees have second source of income to make ends meet October 07, 2022 07:30 am +08 by Surin Murugiah KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 7): More than half of Malaysian knowledge workers (66%) have taken on a secondary source of income, as the seek additional means to alleviate financial
