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Beyond Quiet Quitting: How "Resenteeism" is Destroying APAC Corporate Cultures in 2026
A few years ago, HR leaders were panicking over "Quiet Quitting." In 2026, we are facing a much darker, more destructive evolution: Resenteeism . Resenteeism occurs when employees (and often middle managers) are deeply unhappy and burnt out, but due to economic uncertainties or a tough job market, they cannot afford to leave. Instead of quietly doing the bare minimum, they stay and actively radiate resentment. They kill team morale, block innovation, and create a toxic atmosp
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4 days ago5 min read


AI & Leadership
AI Won’t Replace Leaders, But Leaders Using AI Will Replace Those Who Don’t: The 2026 APAC Executive Landscape As we navigate 2026, the conversation around Artificial Intelligence has fundamentally shifted. It is no longer a novelty reserved for the IT department; it is a mandatory competency for the C-Suite and middle management. We are seeing a clear divide in the APAC market: executives who leverage AI to enhance their strategic decision-making, and those who are paralyzed
hongminglau8
Apr 95 min read


Why Retail Turnover is High in APAC (And How to Fix It)
As we move deeper into 2026, the APAC retail and consumer goods sectors are facing a severe talent retention crisis. Despite the stabilization of global markets, retail turnover rates have soared, averaging between 22% and 32% across the region in 2025 and early 2026. Why are retail professionals leaving, and more importantly, how can HR and management teams stop the bleeding? The Regional Breakdown: 2025-2026 Turnover Trends & Insights To fix the problem, we must understand
hongminglau8
Mar 245 min read


Asia's Luxury Revolution: Winning the New Game
The Asia Pacific region has long been a cornerstone of the global luxury market, but the game is changing. A revolution is underway,...
hongminglau8
Mar 14, 202511 min read


The Shifting Tides of Asia Pacific: Navigating the New Normal in Hong Kong, China, Macau, Singapore, and Beyond
The Asia Pacific region, home to over 4.3 billion people and accounting for more than 60% of the world's GDP, has been a driving force...
hongminglau8
Aug 1, 20246 min read


Detailed Analysis of the Luxury Retail Job Market in the Asia Pacific Region (Q4 2023 and Q1 2024)
The luxury retail sector in the Asia Pacific region, particularly in China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Macau, has seen substantial growth...
hongminglau8
Nov 17, 20234 min read


The Luxury Retail Job Market in Asia Pacific: A Forecast for Q3 and Q4 of 2023
The Asia Pacific region, a vibrant hub of economic activity, is poised to witness a significant transformation in the luxury retail job...
hongminglau8
Jul 19, 20235 min read


Where are we heading to with the closure of LinkedIn in China
Background photo created by ijeab - www.freepik.com</a> With the report from LinkedIn in Jan 2021, there are around 57M users in China...
hongminglau8
Oct 25, 20212 min read
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