Eva Air Faces Backlash After Requesting Paperwork from Deceased Employee

Leading from Anywhere: Driving Results in the Age of Distributed Work

i4cp’s global study, led by renowned thought leader Rob Cross, presents a new way of thinking about leadership and how to drastically increase productivity and performance.

The leadership crisis is real.

Discover how traditional leadership models are breaking under the weight of distributed work – and what top companies are doing differently.

i4cp’s latest executive brief reveals:

• Why leadership burnout is rising – and what to do about it.

• How distributed work requires a comprehensive, new approach to leadership.

• Why improving the performance of lower-quartile leaders can drive a 32% productivity jump.

 Download the executive brief to see the study’s four key findings – and the six capabilities that drive leadership effectiveness in distributed work..

🚀 HR Trend Spotlight: Eva Air Faces Backlash After Requesting Paperwork from Deceased Employee

Taiwan’s Eva Air has issued an apology after one of its departments sent a message to a flight attendant requesting proof of leave — days after her death. The 34-year-old employee, Ms Sun, reportedly fell ill during a flight and later died in hospital. The message, which asked for documentation showing she had applied for sick leave, sparked widespread anger and calls for better working conditions. Public concern has also turned to whether she was denied medical assistance or discouraged from taking time off due to company pressure. Both Eva Air and Taiwanese labor authorities have launched investigations into her working hours and health support policies. The case highlights growing scrutiny of how employers handle employee welfare and mental and physical fatigue in high-pressure industries. Read more.

🎧 HR Insights: HR Professionals Debate Attendance at Controversial Conference Panel

At the upcoming Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) conference, HR professionals find themselves in a debate over whether attending or participating gives legitimacy to controversial views. One HR leader interviewed by Business Insider argues strength comes from listening to all perspectives—even when they conflict with core values—to build stronger inclusive workplaces. He emphasises that understanding the full range of workforce views helps HR address differences before they escalate into issues.

💡 HR Tips & Tricks

Tip of the Day: For each major department (e.g., sales, operations, customer support), develop a short playbook outlining HR’s role when a crisis occurs (eg: mass churn, cyber incident, regulatory breach). Include key contact points, decision triggers and communication flows. Having tailored playbooks makes HR responses faster, clearer and more relevant to each business-area context.

Trick of the Day: When launching a cross-functional HR initiative, hold a “double mirror meeting”: first with HR and the business sponsor, then immediately afterwards with all impacted functions. Each meeting uses the same agenda but the business sponsor leads the second. This format mirrors perspectives, speeds alignment and visibly signals joint ownership—not just HR-led change.

🧾 HR Case Files - Investigation Underway into Board of Education’s HR Practices

Following a high-profile lawsuit verdict, the Jersey City Board of Education has ordered a formal investigation into its human resources practices. The move comes amid public scrutiny of how the board manages performance, discipline and employee relations. HR leaders should watch this case as an indicator of how governance, transparency and procedure are being tested in public-sector HR operations.

Key Takeaways

• HR practices will be under greater public and legal scrutiny when outcomes are contested.

• Clear, documented processes and access to fair review are increasingly essential.

• HR and leadership alignment on values and accountability can prevent reputational risk.

🧰 HR Toolbox

Stay equipped with the latest HR events and resources.

Resource of the Day

A recent report highlights that Australian women, particularly in desk-bound or service roles, face disproportionately high rates of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). The article from SMBTech points out that more than 90 % of female desk workers report work-related MSDs and that the economic cost of these injuries exceeds AUD $55 billion. The resource stresses the importance of early intervention, ergonomic training and health policies that anticipate long-term risks.

Event of the Day

The upcoming i4cp Next Practices Conference, from March 30 to April 2, 2026 at Scottsdale, AZ and Virtual, will bring together senior HR, talent and learning leaders to explore practical strategies in talent acquisition, leadership development, workforce planning and business transformation. Attendees will engage in case studies, peer-led forums and workshops aimed at making HR more strategic, agile and aligned to business outcomes.

For event details and registration, visit the website. 

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