Hey there,

Let's ditch the surface-level stuff for a sec.

We all know workplace wellness is more than just free yoga or a mental health day here and there. It's about building a culture where people genuinely feel like they're thriving, right? It's about belonging.

We're seeing some cool shifts in the conversation, like Aileen Tan from AIA Singapore pushing for well-being as a core business strategy, and the whole "belonging over engagement" thing.

Are we keeping up with these changes?

📃 Well-Being: It's Not a Trend, It's the Future

With automation nearly doubling in Singapore and digital transformation reshaping industries, HR leaders must prioritize long-term capability building. Aileen Tan, CHRO at Singtel, highlights the importance of fostering "digital citizens"—employees who not only adapt to change but drive it..

Singtel's strategy includes hands-on digital training, design thinking workshops, and immersive experiences with fintech and smart technology. By integrating digital tools into everyday work—from mobile payments in the cafeteria to VR-powered collaboration spaces—employees don’t just learn about technology; they live it.

🤔What’s Missing and What Matters Most

It's not just about free snacks and beanbag chairs, right? It's about feeling seen, heard, and valued. TSOW insights are telling us loud and clear: people want recognition, growth-focused feedback, and transparency. Basically, they want to know they matter.

So, how do we make that happen? Here's the lowdown:

• ✅Recognize & Reward: Let's give credit where it's due – make it visible, throw in some incentives, and give people a seat at the decision-making table.

• ✅Make Feedback Useful: Forget the generic stuff. Let's focus on growth, give real-time insights, and be flexible.

• ✅Follow Through on eNPS: Let's actually do something with that data! Give updates, personalize follow-ups, and act fast.

• ✅Boost AMA Engagement: Let's make those AMAs real. Real-time responses from leadership and transparency? That's what people want.

Bottom line: let's make well-being about real connection and growth.

🏆Building Belonging Over Engagement

Okay, so we know engagement is important for getting stuff done, but belonging? That's where the real connection is. It's about making people feel safe, valued, and like they can just be themselves at work.

At The Shape of Work: HR Playbook 1.0, they really hammered this home. Saurabh Shah said it best: "Belongingness is like a warm hug, while engagement is like a handshake." Makes total sense, right?

Here's the takeaway:

• Engagement vs. Belonging: Engagement gets people to participate, but belonging makes them feel emotionally invested.

• Psychological Safety: It's what makes innovation and trust possible.

• Authentic Leadership: Real leaders and open communication are key to building belonging.

Let's build workplaces that are more like communities, where people actually want to be

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🚀 HR Playbook 2.0 is coming in strong! 

HR leaders, we see you.

Building a great workplace isn’t easy—shifting expectations, evolving tools, and the constant push to stay ahead make it a challenge. In HR, keeping up isn’t optional—it’s essential.

On April 23, we’re bringing back The Shape of Work: HR Playbook 2.0.

✔️ 7 cutting-edge sessions, 15+ expert speakers—no fluff, just real insights.
✔️ One certificate (yes, you can flex it on LinkedIn).

📩 You Might Be in This Book

Were you part of a Shape of Work meetup this year?
You shared insights. You debated case studies. You filled out the forms.

🫶 And now?
You might just be featured or acknowledged in our newest ebook on HR compliance.

👉 Navigating Compliance in HR: Insights from The Shape of Work Community
It’s powered by your voices — over 700 HR professionals who showed up, spoke up, and shaped the future of compliance.

📘 Check if your name’s in there (and grab the report!): [Link]

🌍 Belonging Starts Here—Join the Conversation!

Creating a workplace where employees feel valued isn’t just an HR goal—it’s a movement. Fair pay, flexibility, and real growth opportunities make all the difference. But how do we get there?

Join our community of HR leaders and changemakers to share insights, swap strategies, and shape the future of work—together. Let’s make belonging the new standard.

Join 21,000+ HR leaders as we rethink the future of work—one bold conversation at a time. Your voice won’t just matter—it’ll make a difference.

📆 Beyond the Screen: HR Events Live!

Let's ditch the virtual and get real. It's time to transform talk into action, and we want you there!

Join us for in-person HR events where ideas ignite, insights flow like a river, and those connections? They'll turn into real opportunities.

✅Seamless IT Onboarding for New Hires: Ensuring Day-One Readiness

Join us for an exclusive SpringVerify x ZenAdmin webinar with Yoan Kamalski, Founder of ZenAdmin, to learn more about how businesses can streamline IT onboarding to eliminate day-one hurdles for new hires and empower their global teams? Register now

✅The Future of Employee Benefits: Balancing Cost and Care

Join us for an exclusive session hosted by SpringVerify in collaboration with Nova Benefits, as we explore the evolving landscape of employee benefits and how companies can strike the right balance between cost-efficiency and employee care. Sign up now

✅TSOW HR Meetup in Bangalore: Saturday, April 19

HR leaders and enthusiasts in Bangalore—this one’s for you! Join us for an engaging meetup filled with insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and refreshments. Plus, earn a certificate to add to your achievements. Don’t miss out—Join now!

✅TSOW HR Meetup in Pune: Saturday, April 26

Pune HR pros, this is your moment! Join us for a power-packed meetup featuring insightful discussions, networking, and refreshments. Plus, grab a certificate to showcase your achievements. Secure your spot today!

✅TSOW HR Meetup in Pune: Saturday, April 26

Join us for a dynamic HR meetup filled with insightful discussions, networking, and refreshments. Plus, receive a certificate for your participation. Don’t miss out—Reserve your spot today!

HR is evolving fast—don’t just observe, get involved! Join us at these impactful events and be part of the conversation.

Your insights aren’t just valued—they’re essential.

Looking forward to hearing from you,
Team TSOW