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Top Job Search Apps and Websites to Find Jobs in 2025

The job hunt in 2025 has become smarter, faster, and more personalized. With hybrid work models and AI-driven ...

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Four professionals pose beside a statue during a business trip to Japan for client engagement, highlighting cross-cultural partnership and collaboration.

Forging Stronger Alliances in Japan: A Dynamic Business Trip

From April 14 to 27, 2025, I embarked on a strategic business trip to Japan, visiting key cities ...

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Group photo of employees smiling and wearing colorful outfits during one of John Clements’ workplace wellness events, with festive decorations in the background.

Zumba Beach Party Energizes Monthly Conference

Energy, wellness, and a strong sense of camaraderie filled the air during the JCCI-EDI Monthly Sales and Production ...

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Halo-Halo Nights: A Celebration of Leadership, Trust, and Filipino Hospitality

On May 16th, the Harvard Business School Club of the Philippines (HBSCP) and the Harvard Club of the ...

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Top AI Challenges for Businesses

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a futuristic concept; it has become a driving force reshaping industries ...

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Strengthening Compliance Culture: Insights from the IR Kapihan on DOLE Audits

On April 25, 2025, HR professionals and business leaders from various industries gathered online for an insightful IR ...

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Chalkboard illustration showing a signpost with two arrows labeled "Outsource" and "In-House," representing the decision between in-house recruitment vs recruitment consultancy.

In-House Recruitment vs. Recruitment Consultancy: Choosing the Right Hiring Strategy

The talent landscape continues to evolve. Companies are rethinking how they attract and retain top performers amid shifting ...

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Navigating Uncertainty: The Impact of Global Politics on Talent Strategy and Workforce Mobility

How Global Politics Shape the Future of Work In a time of economic disruption and political unpredictability, how ...

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Diversity Hiring in Executive Search: Why Inclusive Leadership Matters

As the business world evolves, diversity and inclusion are no longer just buzzwords—they’re key to effective leadership. More ...

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A traveler in a yellow shirt poses playfully near the Merlion statue, catching its water spray, with Singapore’s skyline in the background. A snapshot of fun during a Singapore family travel adventure.

Golden Memories: Celebrating My 50th Birthday in Singapore with Family Fun and Adventures!

I celebrated my 50th birthday in Singapore from April 14–17, 2025, with my family. It was a promise ...

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The Strategic Value of Outsourced Staffing in Today’s Business Landscape

Outsourced staffing has come a long way from its early reputation as merely a cost-saving measure. Traditionally, companies—especially ...

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Man in a suit presenting at a conference on AI in customer engagement, with a Uniphore banner highlighting conversational AI solutions in the background.

Reimagining Customer Engagement: Where Artificial and Human Intelligence Converge

On April 2, I had the privilege of participating in an energizing C-Suite Forum hosted by the IT ...

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