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What Is Organizational Culture? And Why Does It Matter?
- 12 September 2023
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- by Gallup Workplace
As senior leaders, we can all agree that few things are as important—and sometimes as elusive—as an organization’s culture. Prospective employees seek to uncover it, hoping to align their values and aspirations. Customers crave consistency, wanting to know what to expect in every interaction. And as leaders, culture is the secret sauce that moves people. What is culture and why does it matter? Read to find out: https://www.gallup.com/workplace/327371/how-to-build-better-company-culture.aspx
Employment Practice Guide 2023 – Vietnam
- 10 September 2023
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- by Stephen Le
Employment Terms Employee Status Vietnamese labour law does not provide legal distinctions between blue-collar and white-collar workers. In general, the law does not make any legal distinction between different categories of workers, except for employees and apprentices. The 2019 Labour Code also now defines “employees” more expansively and states that an “employee” is a person who works for an employer under an agreement, and is paid, managed and supervised by the employer. Therefore, companies must now...
Le & Tran Join the Esteemed Ranks of Employment Law Alliance (ELA)
- 09 September 2023
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- by Stephen Le
We are thrilled to be the exclusive firm in Vietnam to join the esteemed ranks of Employment Law Alliance (ELA), a highly selective global network of independent law firms specializing in employment and labor law. “In our ever-evolving global business landscape, boundaries fade and knowledge becomes the key to securing the finest workforce worldwide. The ability to unite and apply this wisdom in serving international clients calls for collaboration among employment law practitioners. ELA paves the path...
How Taking a Vacation Improves Your Well-Being
- 19 August 2023
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- by Rebecca Zucker (Harvard Business Review)
Stop giving up on your paid time-off. Perhaps you’ve experienced first-hand feeling recharged and refreshed from a vacation in the not-too-distant past. Or maybe you and your team have been hesitant to take a vacation because you’re too busy at work. To create more sustainability for employees (and yourself), it’s important to not only regularly take available vacation time, but also to fully understand its benefits and encourage your team members to plan time off. Read...
Employees Absent from Work for Several Days Without Permission: What should Employers Do? (Updated)
- 26 July 2023
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- by Stephen Le
If an employee does not turn up for work for days without permission, can I legally dismiss them? What are the conditions and legal considerations in this circumstance? Read the full write up here: https://letranlaw.com/insights/employees-absent-from-work-for-several-days-without-permission-what-should-employers-do/
Employees Absent from Work for Several Days Without Permission: What should Employers Do?
- 11 June 2023
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- by Stephen Le
Dismissal: In Circumstances of Employee Absence The Labor Code (Code) stipulates circumstances where an employer can dismiss an employee. The Code provides, three conditions that the employer must take into account prior to dismissal regarding employee absence: Period of absence: 05 working days in total within 30 days, or 20 working days in total within 356 days, from the first day of unauthorized absence; Without permission from the employer; Without plausible reasons. “Plausible reasons” consist of:...
It’s Not the End of Work, It’s the End of Boring Work
- 25 May 2023
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- by Louis Hyman (New York Times)
Automating our everyday tasks can be scary but on the other side of the “new” is a promise of an EverydayAdvantage. Give it a chance; embrace the transformative power of ChatGPT to enhance productivity, foster creativity, and simplify complex tasks. We share more tips and insights in the PDF below:
The Surprising Thing A.I. Engineers Will Tell You
- 25 May 2023
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- by Ezra Klein (New York Times)
We came across this great opinion piece that sheds light on the insider sentiments on the A.I. race and hype. The alarm bells are sounding from the inside and for good reason. The author, Ezra Klein, acknowledges the complexity of the regulatory landscape and emphasizes the need for ongoing discussions and collaborations among policymakers, researchers, and industry experts. Read this condensed version to be in the know. We share more tips and insights in the PDF...
Ways HR Is Thinking About Attracting and Retaining Gen Z Talent
- 18 April 2023
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- by CNBC
Their asks are pretty straightforward. Are we catching the signs? We need to make their jobs about more than just a good salary. We share more tips and insights in the PDF below:
Exceeding the Scope of Representation and Regulatory Treatment
- 15 April 2023
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- by Stephen Le
Civil transactions and contractual relations are being established and carried out in a multitude of differing ways everyday. In practice, sometimes individuals and organizations often cannot carry out these transactions on their own, but have to do so through their representatives. This legal insight will analyze the concepts related to exceeding the scope of representation and methods to protect the interests of the parties in accordance with law. Scope of Representation Article 141 of the 2015...
3 Costly Mistakes Companies Make During Restructuring
- 22 March 2023
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- by Stephen Le
Nobody likes restructuring; whether you’re on the receiving end of the stick or tasked to carry out this complex but necessary process. As a HR professional, what are the 3 biggest pitfalls and how can you navigate this process while minimizing potential litigation risks? Read our case studies here: https://letranlaw.com/insights/reasons-failing-labor-restructuring-lawsuits/
9 Trends That Will Shape Work in 2023 and Beyond
- 15 March 2023
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- by Harvard Business Review
Here are the 9 workplace trends that highlight the areas of work that leaders must focus on in 2023 (based on Gartner research). “Organizations continue to face significant challenges: a competitive talent landscape, an exhausted workforce, and pressure to control costs amid a looming economic downturn. How employers respond could determine whether they are an employer of choice.” – Harvard Business Review We share more tips and insights in the PDF below:
