The bell-curve performance appraisal method divides employees into three main categories depending on performance: top, average and poor performers.

Every business has its busy season. For instance, tax time for auditors; Valentine's season for cafes and restaurants; Christmas for personalized gift businesses. While it means sales and profits for businesses, it’s also essential for employees in the company to have the chance to take a breather when they need it during these busy seasons. 

In Malaysia, the Labour Interactions Act (IRA) 1967 and the Employment Act 1955 control employer-employee relations. Here is a sample of the termination letter by HR Forum Malaysia.

According to Section 19 of the Employment Act 1955, as an employer, you are required to pay every employee within seven days after the last day of the salary payment period. 

Domestic inquiry is a procedure that gives the accused employee a chance to respond to allegations against them.

Managers are among the most effective tools for increasing employee engagement. And where better to interact with your employees than one-on-one? These meetings provide an excellent opportunity to strengthen relationships with employees and communicate successes, challenges, objectives, feedback, and other topics. On the other hand, the one-on-one meeting is one that almost every manager could improve.

According to a study by Jobstreet, at least 26% of Malaysian employees have falsified their MCs to obtain a free day off. And these are only the individuals who admitted to their transgression, as 57% of employers claim to have previously received a phoney MC from an employee. 

Are payments such as cash allowances or bonuses considered to be a part of the wage? Should they be included when calculating EPF contributions?

Did you know that an employer could get jailed for 3 years if they failed to register the new employee with EPF within 7 days?

This is a scene that many employers and team leaders fear as it can disrupt many things, including team morale and performance. Although resignations are generally unpredictable, there are a few strategies you can take note of to prevent the negative consequences of the exit.