Behind the shrinking number of expat jobs in Indonesia lies a deeper story about sovereignty, leadership optics, and the limits of global expertise in local systems.
Company Brand vs Employer Brand: Understanding the Difference
Market leaders often assume their employer brand is as strong as their corporate brand. It’s not. We explore why that disconnect is costing them talent.
Can Indonesia Capitalize on Its Demographic Bonus?
Indonesia’s youth could drive innovation, industry, and inclusive growth. But without the right education and job creation strategy, the demographic bonus may become a burden.
Cost of Living for Expats in Jakarta: What CPI Gets Wrong
Jakarta looks cheap on paper, but expat life exists outside the CPI. Discover how dual economies, lifestyle demands, and infrastructure gaps drive up the real costs of living abroad.
Why Young Professionals in Indonesia Must Rethink Career Goals
Many young professionals in Indonesia are chasing prestige roles, while traditional industries that drive the economy are actively hiring and offering real career paths.
Is Stack Ranking Still Effective in 2025?
Stack ranking once promised better performance and accountability. Today, it’s more likely to breed fear, kill collaboration, and drive top talent away. This article unpacks the flaws of stack ranking and explores smarter, human-centered alternatives.
Indonesia Business Conferences: All Talk, No Action?
Indonesia business conferences now dominate the national calendar, offering endless dialogue on reform and innovation. Yet despite a decade of panels, summits, and speaker lineups, Indonesia’s business culture continues to struggle with execution.
How to Hire Well in 2025: Why Hiring Is Still Broken
Vague job specs, vanishing hiring managers, and weeks without feedback. Sound familiar? Learn how to hire well by avoiding the usual pitfalls.
The Cost of a Bad Hire in 2025: Why Fast and Cheap is Expensive
Hiring speed is often confused with efficiency. But in 2025, the true cost of a wrong hire includes lost trust, lost talent, and strategic confusion that can take months to correct.
Are Fake Business Awards Damaging Professional Integrity?
The professional world is full of trophies that don’t mean much. This article looks at how fake business awards and paid panels have created an illusion of merit and what it will take to restore real credibility.