At today’s CHRO summit, a new hiring metric has emerged: Learning Velocity . In a market where 65% of roles are being reshaped by AI, what you know is becoming less important than how fast you can learn the next thing . The 2026 Strategic Shift: Hiring for "Mental Elasticity": Since traditional education isn't adjusting fast enough, 81% of HK employers have moved to&n
Designed by Freepik Visa Renewal Window Opens (Today): Starting today, March 1–2 , HR teams can now lodge work visa renewal applications 3 months before expiry. This applies to GEP, ASMTP, and IANG categories, removing the "last-minute stress" of the previous 4-week rule. CHRO Series Hong Kong (Today): Top HR leaders are meeting today to discuss the "Everyday Ex
Designed by Freepik The court rulings released today in Green Light Multiplex Co Limited v Lam and Kwan v HKEX provide a critical "reality check" for HR managers handling difficult exits. Key Takeaways for 2026 Management: Forced Resignation is Dismissal: If an employee is told to "resign or face termination," the law treats this as a constructive dismissal. The Settl
Designed by Freepik Constructive Dismissal Ruling: The Hong Kong courts released two significant rulings today clarifying the threshold for "constructive dismissal". The Ruling: The court emphasized that not every change in duties constitutes a breach of contract. Only a "fundamental change to the whole nature" of the job (e.g., unilateral removal of core powers) allows an employe
Designed by Freepik With the 2026-27 Budget shifting from "Austerity" to "Growth", the hiring market is entering a high-velocity phase. The government's $50 million AI injection is a signal that "digital proficiency" is the currency of 2026. Key Strategy Shifts: The "Upskill Hong Kong" Era: As the ERB rebrands, companies should pivot from seeking "pre-trained" AI experts—who
Designed by Freepik Budget Surplus & Jobs Boost: Following yesterday's announcement of a surprise $2.9 billion surplus , the government has committed to massive tech spending. Key highlights for HR include: AI Literacy Funding: $50 million allocated to help organizations and universities set up AI application courses. Upskill Hong Kong: The Employees Retrain
Designed by Freepik 過去幾年，公司搞 Wellness 可能只係送吓瑜珈班、或者放部按摩椅。但 2026 年嘅趨勢係將 Wellbeing (身心健康) 變成公司營運嘅「基礎設施」。 2026 管理層 3 大轉向： 解決「系統性」疲勞： 數據顯示，香港有 60% 員工 感到心理健康欠佳。2026 年嘅領先企業唔再只係叫員工「自己減壓」，而係從 工作設計 (Work Design) 入手，減少不必要嘅數碼干擾同無效會議。 經
Designed by Freepik In 2025, we used AI to write emails. In 2026, we are using Agentic AI —systems that don't just "talk" but actually "do.". This shift is fundamentally changing the "ideal candidate" profile for Hong Kong firms. The "Agentic" Shift: From Prompts to Workflows: Agentic AI can independently plan and execute multi-step tasks—like screening 500 CVs, scheduling interviews,
Designed by Freepik Minimum Wage Tabled at LegCo Today: Following the official gazetting on Feb 20, the government is tabling the Minimum Wage Ordinance Notice in the Legislative Council today . The Goal: Approval of the increase to $43.1 per hour . Effective Date: May 1, 2026 . Record-Keeping Change: On the same day, the monthly salary threshold for mandatory
Designed by Freepik The slight rise in unemployment to 3.9% signals a "rebalancing" in the finance and insurance sectors. However, hiring intent remains strong, with 34% of employers still planning to expand headcounts this year. The Shift to "Micro-Learning": The ERB Pivot: The government's push for "micro-courses" reflects a broader 2026 trend: companies no lon
對大多數人而言，六十歲至六十五歲應該是準備退休、享受生活的階段。然而，美國社會正在出現一種令人感慨的現象——許多長者在八十多歲仍需工作，不是因為熱愛職場，而是迫於生計。《Business Insider》近期訪問了近兩百位仍在就業的高齡人士，他們的經歷揭示了一個共同點：年輕時的財務錯誤與缺乏儲蓄觀念，讓他們在應該安享晚年的時候，仍在為生活奔波。 沒有提早規劃退休 「我從沒想過自己八十幾歲還要開 Uber。」84 歲的莎朗·阿
With the unemployment rate edging up to 3.9% , the market is showing signs of sector-specific cooling, particularly in Finance and Insurance. However, the competition for "future-ready" skills remains fierce. The 2026 Trend Shift: Sustainable Growth: 76% of HK employers are prioritizing sustainable progress over rapid headcount expansion. Instead of hiring more pe
Designed by Freepik Unemployment Rate Edges Up: The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for the period ending January 2026 has increased to 3.9% (up from 3.8%). Sector Impact: Increases were most notable in the insurance, construction, and financing sectors . Silver Lining: Youth unemployment (ages 20–29) actually eased to 7% , its lowest level since mid
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Designed by Freepik Admin Night is the newest "low-key" social trend for 2026, where friends gather to tackle the boring, overwhelming "life admin" tasks they’ve been procrastinating on. Instead of a high-energy night out that drains your wallet, an Admin Night turns "adulting" into a communal activity. Think of it as a "co-working space for your personal life" but with pajamas, snacks, and
