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QUARTERLY MAGAZINE
April 2026 Edition
The first edition of Employee Happiness Daily introduces a platform focused on building more human-centered, meaningful workplaces.
Centered on the theme People Strategy in Action: HR Leaders Driving Culture, Growth, and Innovation, this issue highlights the evolving role of HR and people leaders in shaping culture and driving business impact.
It features a curated listicle of HR leaders from Singapore and Malaysia, along with case studies and organizational stories that showcase real approaches to creating high-performing, people-first workplaces.
IN THIS ISSUE
Singapore’s Workforce Evolves Faster Than Hiring Systems
| Written by Riya Malhotra Singapore’s workforce is rapidly adapting to change, but hiring systems are struggling to keep pace, according to new research from Indeed. The findings highlight a growing disconnect between employee priorities and employer assumptions. While 59% of employees cite salary, stability, and work-life balance as critical when evaluating roles, employers significantly underestimate these factors, placing them below 30%. Entry-level roles are emerging as
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AI Becomes Core to HR in Southeast Asia, But Readiness Gap Slows Scale
| Written by Riya Malhotra Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming embedded in HR functions across Southeast Asia, but organisations are struggling to scale its impact, according to a new study by ETHRWorld Southeast Asia & SAP SuccessFactors. The report finds that 75% of organisations are already using AI in HR, signalling a clear shift from experimentation to mainstream adoption. At the same time, 65% expect AI budgets to increase in 2026, reflecting its growing role as
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Singapore and Malaysia’s Happiness Rankings Reflect Evolving Workplace Expectations
| Written by Riya Malhotra The latest World Happiness Report places Singapore at 36 th and Malaysia at 71 st globally, offering a closer look at how wellbeing is shaping workforce expectations across both markets. While Nordic countries continue to lead the rankings, the positions of Singapore and Malaysia highlight a more nuanced reality in Southeast Asia. Both markets continue to perform economically, yet the rankings suggest that broader factors influencing life satisfac
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‘Job-Hugging’ Emerges as New Workplace Reality Amid Rising Productivity
| Written by Riya Malhotra A new global study by Intellect points to the rise of “job-hugging,” a trend where employees are choosing to stay in their roles for stability, even as engagement levels lag behind improvements in productivity and wellbeing. According to the latest Workplace Wellbeing 360 Report, organisations are seeing encouraging gains. Mental wellbeing scores recorded their strongest year-on-year increase, alongside a steady rise in productivity. However, employ
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Restoring What Really Matters: Bringing the Human Core Back to Organizations
In a world shaped by speed, AI, and constant change, Nitin Goil, Founder, Restoration Labs, reflects on why restoring trust, dignity, and human connection is becoming the real measure of leadership and performance. | April 2026 Edition The Happiness Perspective Toxicity often begins with silence, not conflict Culture is shaped in everyday behaviours, not big initiatives AI must enhance transparency, not reduce it Leadership courage builds dignity and trust Engagement must le
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Things HR Pretend Not to See at Work
Ku Sim Ling, popularly known as AuntyHR™, is an HR influencer, former Corporate Services Director, and industry voice with 20+ years of experience, making workplace topics engaging, accessible, and refreshingly honest. | April 2026 Edition Happiness Takeaways At a Glance Culture lives beyond policies, in everyday human behaviour Not every issue requires intervention; judgement matters Influence often works better than authority in leadership challenges Early signs of disengag
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What Made Elevision ‘WOW’: Inside the Culture That Earned More Than a Certification
Elevision Media’s WOW Workplaces Gold Certification is not just a recognition, it is a reflection of a workplace where culture, leadership, and employee experience come together to create an environment people genuinely want to be part of. | April 2026 Edition In today’s evolving world of work, becoming an employer of choice is no longer about policies on paper or isolated initiatives. It is about building a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and inspired, consist
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Purpose in Motion: How Nippon Sanso Is Building a Culture of Safety, Innovation, and Shared Impact
In industries where impact is often unseen, Pauline Loo, Senior Vice President, Human Resource, Nippon Sanso Holdings Singapore, shares how Nippon Sanso helps employees stay connected to purpose, fosters collaboration across regions, and builds a culture grounded in trust and continuous improvement. | April 2026 Edition Happiness At a Glance Purpose becomes clearer when impact is consistently communicated Safety and innovation can coexist with the right cultural balance Share
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