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Understanding OT Rates Under Malaysia’s Employment Act 1955

Overtime (OT) is regulated under the Employment Act 1955 to ensure employees are fairly compensated for extra working hours. Here’s a simple breakdown: 🔹 Who is covered? 🔹 What counts as overtime?Any work beyond: 🔹 OT on a normal working dayEmployees must be paid at 1.5 times their hourly rate for extra hours worked. Example: […]

Beyond Standards: Building Trust and Lasting Impact

Eddie was my first boss in legal recruitment — and ever since I joined him, I’ve been “stuck” with him. Lol. Working with him for about seven years, we’ve gone through ups and downs together. Like any long-term relationship, there were struggles and adjustments, but it’s all because of care and a shared willingness to […]

EA Form – What You Need to Know

1. What is the EA Form? 2. Who Receives It? 3. When Is It Issued? 4. What Information Is Included? A. Employee Income B. Statutory Deductions 5. What Is Monthly Tax Deduction (PCB/MTD)? 6. Why Is the EA Form Important? For Employees: For Employers: 7. What Should Employees Do? Summary The EA Form is:

How to Spot the Red Flags on a Resume/CV

A resume or CV is often the first impression a candidate makes. While no resume is perfect, certain patterns can signal potential concerns that warrant deeper probing during interviews. Spotting red flags early helps employers and recruiters save time, ask better questions, and make more informed hiring decisions. 1. Frequent Job Changes and Unexplained Gaps […]

The 5-C Framework for Hiring Talent That Stays

After nearly two decades in recruitment, I’ve witnessed the true cost of a hiring misstep. It’s not just a matter of a salary spent; it’s the erosion of team momentum, the drain on managerial time, and the quiet toll on morale. The right hire, conversely, is a catalyst for growth and cohesion. To help leaders […]

A Guide to Effective Stakeholder Management in Talent Acquisition

In the dynamic world of talent acquisition, success is rarely a solo mission. It’s a complex orchestra where the Talent Acquisition professional is both the conductor and a first-chair musician, harmonizing the needs and expectations of a diverse group of stakeholders to create a symphony of successful hiring. The days of being a transactional processor […]

Thriving at PeopleLAKE: A Culture That Listens, Cares, and Rewards

1. Feedback That Actually Changes Things (Yes, Really) At many companies, giving “constructive feedback” feels like whispering into the void. At PeopleLAKE, it’s different. When I told management that meetings were dragging longer than a bad TV drama, they didn’t just smile politely. They changed the format—shorter, sharper, and far more energising. Suddenly, meetings felt […]

When an Employee Resigns: HR’s Key Steps for a Smooth Offboarding

At PeopleLAKE, we believe that managing people well doesn’t stop when they walk out the door — it includes how you handle their exit. Resignations are a natural part of every organization’s life cycle. Employees grow, new opportunities arise, and sometimes, it’s simply time for a change. While it can be challenging to lose valuable […]

Aligning with Purpose: PeopleLAKE Group is Honored to Support the MWKA Foundation

At PeopleLAKE Group, we believe that true success is measured by the positive impact we help create. That’s why we are incredibly proud to support the newly launched MWKA Foundation, an initiative born from the esteemed law firm MahWengKwai & Associates (MWKA). For our specialized arm, eLawyer Recruitment, this partnership is a meaningful way to […]

The Resilient Recruiter: How I Learned to Turn “No” into My Greatest Asset

We’ve all been there. The candidate you spent weeks prepping suddenly accepts a counteroffer. The client changes the job specification — after you’ve already submitted the shortlist. The offer letter is signed, and then doesn’t report to work. In recruitment, “no” isn’t just a possibility — it’s a daily reality. But over the years, I’ve […]