worklife blog

Whether you're a jobseeker or employer, the Robert Half blog is your one-stop destination for tips, advice and insight you can use to hire engaged and productive workers or land a challenging and fulfilling job. We also offer new research about the workplace and the latest insights into the Hong Kong employment market. Learn from Robert Half’s expert recruiters about how you can build a talented team of employees or advance your career forward.

5 tips to make staff training worth the investment

Employers

Sometimes, the best reward to your staff can be an investment in their skills to further their career. Follow these tips to make staff training a worthwhile program for the future.

By Robert Half 21 July 2018

How to say no to a reference request without offending

Jobseekers

Have you been asked to provide a reference, but for one reason or another, you can’t recommend them? Discover three reasons to decline a reference request and learn how to say no politely.

By Robert Half 13 July 2018

7 steps to refining your succession planning process

Employers

Is there someone coming up the ranks who looks suitable for the next management role? Kick-start your succession planning process with these seven short but critical steps.

By Adam Johnston 10 July 2018

6 ways to prevent a toxic workplace culture

Employers

As a manager or team leader, it's natural to want the best out of your team. But are you unknowingly creating a toxic workplace in your quest for results?

By Robert Half 9 July 2018

Should we be concerned about digital transformation eliminating finance jobs?

Employers

Digitisation has become an inherent part of the finance function with many areas being automated through digital transformation. Should we be concerned?

By Greg Scileppi 6 July 2018

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