Institute for Human Resource Professionals (IHRP)

🌟 PBP 2025 Recap: Expert Sessions – Track C by Krystal Tang and Wan Hua Cheng Resilient by Design: Shaping Future-Ready Careers through Personality and Wellbeing What makes a workforce truly resilient? It is not just skills or systems — it is how people think, feel, and show up at work. In this insightful session, Krystal Tang and Wan Hua Cheng (CPsychol) from Aon explored how wellbeing and personality insights can help organisations design careers — and cultures — that thrive under change. Key Insights: 🔹 Wellbeing is Business-Critical: Stress is not just personal — it is felt at an organisational level. When wellbeing dips, so do productivity, retention, and culture. 🔹 The Wellbeing Paradox: Many companies offer generous benefits but still face burnout. The solution? Embed wellbeing into business strategy — link it to data, outcomes, and manager capability. 🔹 Personality as the Missing Link: How individuals cope, collaborate, and adapt stems from personality. HR leaders can tap on personality insights for fit, aligning individuals to roles, managers, and team cultures to enhance performance and satisfaction. 🔹 Data Meets Psychology: Combining wellbeing and personality analytics allows HR to predict stress, personalise support, and design sustainable career pathways. 🔹 From Reactive to Proactive: Through regular wellbeing pulse checks, manager training, and intentional design, organisations can move from managing burnout to building resilience by design. 🧠 The takeaway: To shape future-ready careers, HR must integrate wellbeing and personality into every stage of the employee journey — from hiring to leadership. #IHRP #PeopleBehindPeople2025 #Aon #FutureOfWork #EmployeeWellbeing #ResilientWorkforce #HRLeadership #PersonalityInsights #CareerDesign #WellbeingStrategy #WorkplaceCulture #DataDrivenHR  

🌟 PBP 2025 Recap: Expert Sessions – Track B The Skills Circuit: How Companies Can Discover & Develop Talent from Within In this dynamic session, speakers from Workforce Singapore (WSG), SkillsFuture SG, Institute for Human Resource Professionals (IHRP), and JobTech shared how organisations can turn skills data into strategy — and build a workforce that is agile, empowered, and future-proof. Key Insights: 🔹 From Jobs to Skills: The ACE Framework (Assess, Chart, Execute) reframes workforce planning — guiding employers and individuals to map, build, and act on real skills needs, not just job titles. 🔹 Career Health = Business Health: Regular “career check-ups” are the new norm. The newly launched IHRP Career Health Resource Hub and WSG’s Career Conversations Guidebook can help HR and organisations drive meaningful career growth for their workforce. 🔹 Skills-First Tools in Action: From TalentTrack and TalentTrack+ to the Careers & Skills Passport, HR leaders now have a full digital toolkit to benchmark skills, identify gaps, and personalise learning pathways. 🔹 Data-Driven Development: JobTech’s live demo showed how analytics and AI uncover hidden skills, match talent to opportunities, and hyper-personalise upskilling — transforming how companies nurture potential. 🔹 Empowering HR as Change Agents: The session closed with a call for HR professionals to lead the charge — adopting skills-first practices, leveraging national tools, and unlocking talent potential beyond qualifications. #IHRP #PeopleBehindPeople2025 #SkillsFirst #CareerHealthSG #TalentDevelopment #FutureOfWork #SkillsFutureSG #WorkforceSingapore #JobTech #HRLeadership #Upskilling #WorkforceTransformation

🌟 IHRP at WSG’s Employers Connect 2025! 🌟 On 27 October, Institute for Human Resource Professionals (IHRP) had the privilege of participating in Workforce Singapore’s Employers Connect event at One Marina Boulevard. Our team contributed to important discussions on building resilient talent strategies in today’s fast-evolving workplace. Karina Kuok, Head of Assessment & Insights, joined the panel on “Building Resilient Talent Strategies in Today’s World”, sharing insights on how organisations can future-proof their workforce. By equipping people managers with the right skills, organisations can drive both individual growth and organisational competitiveness, while improving engagement, retention, and talent pipelines. These conversations are key to nurturing long-term career health and resilience in a rapidly transforming work environment. Jocelyn Chua, Assistant Director of Assessment & Insights, also delivered a compelling session titled “Elevating People Managers to Shape Sustainable Career Journeys”, casting a spotlight on how strong people managers are essential to creating fair and inclusive workplaces, guiding teams through change, and supporting employees in building meaningful career paths. We extend our sincere thanks to WSG for the opportunity to contribute to these important exchanges on shaping the future of work. #IHRP #WorkforceSingapore #EmployersConnect #TalentStrategy #PeopleManagement #CareerHealth #FutureOfWork #HRLeadership

🌟 PBP 2025 Recap: Expert Sessions – Track A by Dr Serene Koh People-Centred AI: Behaviour, Bias, and Building Better Organisations What happens when we fuse the power of Artificial Intelligence with deep behavioural insight? We unlock smarter decisions, scalable innovation, and more human-centred systems. In this thought-provoking session, Dr Serene Koh (Strategic Advisor, Ngee Ann Polytechnic) explored how the intersection of AI × Behavioural Insights (BI) can help leaders design systems that are not only intelligent — but also intuitive, ethical, and effective. Dr Serene highlighted how behavioural science can tackle four of AI’s biggest challenges — Adopt, Align, Augment, and Adapt — by applying a human lens to every stage of AI development and deployment. From driving deeper adoption and reducing bias, to enhancing metacognition and aligning AI with real human values, she shared how HR leaders can shape AI that truly serves people, not replaces them. Her call to action was clear: “You shouldn’t AI without BI.” To build better organisations in an AI-driven era, HR must lead the way in designing technology that understands human behaviour — and builds trust, fairness, and inclusion into every algorithm. #IHRP #PeopleBehindPeople2025 #AIinHR #FutureOfWork #BehaviouralScience #HumanCentredAI #HRLeadership #WorkplaceInnovation #NgeeAnnPolytechnic

Every professional journey comes with its challenges — but it’s how you rise that defines your success. If certification is your goal, now’s the perfect time to get back on track. Take your Reassessment and save S$60 off your reassessment fee* (for limited time only and validity period applies). The sooner you try again, the sooner you will wear your IHRP credentials with pride — a mark of your capability, credibility, and commitment to the HR profession. 🌟 Eligible candidates can apply your promo code 2025-CCE-SG60OFF at https://lnkd.in/e6rdTXUG (Please note that validity of promo code ends 31 December 2025; reassessment must be taken by 31 March 2026. Other terms and conditions apply.) Reclaim your path. Renew your purpose. Realise your potential. Take your Reassessment NOW! *Terms and conditions apply. #IHRP #Certification #HR #HumanCapital

🌟 PBP 2025 Recap: Keynote Presentation by Rahul Chawla The Growth Equation – Now and the Future: Organisation × People × AI In a world where intelligence is increasingly distributed across humans, machines, and systems, growth now depends on convergence — not just performance. In his keynote, Rahul Chawla (Partner & Head of Talent Solutions, Southeast Asia, Aon) shared how organisations can unlock scalable and sustainable performance by aligning structure, capability, and technology. Drawing from Aon’s global insights and its own transformation journey, Rahul revealed how AI is reshaping leadership, workforce planning, and the very architecture of work — enabling organisations to reimagine how people, technology, and design come together for impact. He challenged HR and business leaders to rethink growth through three interconnected lenses: ➡️ Organisation – Build agile structures that enable speed, scalability, and clarity. ➡️ People – Redefine capability frameworks for an AI-enabled world, blending technical and human skills. ➡️ AI – Design intelligent systems that enhance decision-making, elevate human performance, and embed fairness. Ultimately, the growth equation of the future lies not in choosing between humans and machines, but in amplifying human potential through intelligent convergence. #IHRP #PeopleBehindPeople2025 #AmplifyingHumanPotential #FutureOfWork #AIinHR #HRLeadership #HumanResources #HRTalent #Aon

🌟 Creating Fair and Progressive Workplaces Through Collaboration 🌟 At IHRP, we are delighted to welcome Tang Wei, Manager from the TAFEP Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices, who has joined us on a work attachment. 🤝 This mutual attachment programme between TAFEP and Institute for Human Resource Professionals (IHRP) marks the first collaboration of its kind, aimed at strengthening our shared commitment to building fair, progressive, and future-ready workplaces. Through this initiative, employees from both agencies will gain deeper understanding of each other’s roles, exchange best practices, and build professional networks. The attachment also allows both sides to stay attuned to emerging HR and workforce trends, supporting shared efforts to uplift the HR profession and foster harmonious, resilient workplaces in Singapore. We also wish Shelby a fruitful journey in her attachment to TAFEP, as she continues to champion fairness and progress in the workplace through this meaningful collaboration. 🤝 Here’s to a fruitful collaboration that strengthens the link between certification, policy, and practice — and brings us closer to a truly fair and progressive workforce. #TAFEP #IHRP #WorkplaceFairness #ProgressiveWorkplaces #Collaboration #HRTransformation

Held on 23 October, the IHRP Board and Committee Appreciation Dinner 2025 brought together both board and committee members, whose contributions have been instrumental to IHRP’s collective advancement over the past year. In her welcome address, IHRP Chairperson Mrs Deborah Ong acknowledged the impact of our board and committee members' dedication, expertise, and steadfast commitment, which have remained the cornerstone of IHRP's sustained progress and success. Their visionary leadership and tireless dedication continue to inspire excellence and reinforce IHRP's standing as a beacon of distinction within the HR profession. IHRP CEO Aslam Sardar, PBM also extended heartfelt appreciation to all board and committee members for their invaluable support and guidance throughout the year. Their strategic insights and collaborative spirit have been pivotal in navigating the evolving landscape of human capital development. Looking ahead to the coming year, Aslam expressed enthusiasm for the opportunities that lie before us and confidence in our collective ability to drive meaningful impact for the profession. When it came to a recap of our 2025 journey, we decided to take on a different approach this year and “let AI do the talking”. The showcase developed through the use of artificial intelligence tools truly exemplifies how we are committed to embracing innovative technologies to elevate the calibre and influence of our work. The evening drew to a close with heartfelt expressions of gratitude and the strengthening of connections—both newly forged and longstanding—that will continue to enrich our professional community. #IHRP #BoardAppreciationDinner2025 #HR #HumanCapital #AIInnovation #ProfessionalExcellence #HRForSG60

Energised and Ready for What's Ahead! 🚀 Yesterday's IHRP Townhall was a powerful reminder of why we are proud to be part of Team IHRP. Seeing our collective progress and the ambitious road ahead has left us revved and ready to finish the year strong. Head of HR Sally Lee kicked us off with an inspiring recap of our recognition as a Great Place to Work and our Silver Award for Excellence in Workplace Culture & Engagement at the 18th Singapore HR Awards. But rather than resting on these laurels, we are diving deeper into the data to push for even more meaningful improvements. This commitment to continuous excellence is what sets us apart. Head of Professional Practices & Certification Jocelyn Wun showcased how we are embracing AI to work smarter (even using AI-generated video to update us on her team’s milestones!) Swechha Mohapatra (IHRP-SP, SHRM-SCP, CIPD)’s updates on workplace transformation efforts—from job redesign initiatives to upcoming sector playbooks—demonstrate our commitment to building a vibrant HR community that thrives on growth, connections, and continuous learning. Sachrit Johri's insights on assessment evolution, Jocelyn Chua's updates on skills development, and Wendy C.'s progress on community building and CPD all reinforced that we are not just talking about transformation—we are living it. Fernn Tan energised us with a rundown of the People Behind People Forum 2025, while Cheryl L. gave us a glimpse of exciting digital projects on the horizon. Head of Finance Jingwei Yao's message particularly resonated and reminded us the importance of cultivating the right mental mindset to navigate change and bring our people along on the journey. Aslam Sardar, PBM then closed with an inspiring message that has us all revved up to make these final months of 2025 count. Here's to finishing the year strong and continuing to elevate the HR profession together! 💪 #IHRP #HRCommunity #WorkplaceExcellence #PeopleFirst #ContinuousLearning

What if you could design the future of work — starting today? 👀 In today’s fast-changing business landscape, HR plays a pivotal role in driving strategic growth and organisational efficiency. The most impactful HR leaders don’t just adapt — they redesign the way work gets done. Step into the Job Redesign Capability Development Workshop — an interactive, hands-on experience where you’ll: ✅ Reimagine roles for tomorrow’s business challenges ✅ Learn practical tools and templates to drive transformation ✅ Create meaningful impact that powers organisational success 💸 2025-exclusive pricing starts from $125! Seats are limited — don’t miss your chance to shape the future of work and elevate your HR impact. 👉 Register now before spots run out! https://utm.guru/ujgXO #IHRP #FutureOfWork #JobRedesign #HRTransformation #CapabilityBuilding #HRLeaders