Evolving Societies and Contemporary Workplace Issues (Paperback)

Workplaces and societies are changing at a pace rarely seen before. Advances in technology, shifting workforce demographics, global economic uncertainty, and major social and political disruptions are transforming how people work, communicate, lead, and adapt to change. At the same time, organizations are being challenged to respond to evolving expectations surrounding leadership, employee well-being, diversity, flexibility, and social responsibility. These changes are not only reshaping the structure of workplaces but are also influencing broader patterns of social development, institutional trust, and economic stability across communities worldwide. Evolving Societies and Contemporary Workplace Issues provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing leaders, organizations, and society in the 21st century. Through theoretical insights, empirical research, and real-world case studies, this book explores how leadership approaches, workforce development strategies, and society as a whole must evolve to ensure resilience and sustainability. Covering topics such as human-centered leadership, redefining work-life boundaries, and evaluating work model effectiveness, this book is an indispensable academic resource for graduate and doctoral students, organizational leaders, executives, managers, human resource professionals, workforce development specialists, nonprofit leaders, community development professionals, policymakers, and more.

Halimah Mohd Yusof , PhD is an Associate Professor at the School of Human Resource Development and Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), she has actively contributed to professional training and development since 2011. Her work includes delivering workshops and seminars for government and private organizations, focusing on leadership, motivation, emotional intelligence, and team building. As a certified trainer, she has consistently provided high-impact sessions that enhance both individual and organizational capabilities. With over fourteen years of industrial experience in senior management, including a notable role as a project manager, she has managed diverse projects and administered various human resource functions. Her deep understanding of project management and HR practices directly supports her academic and training activities, enabling her to provide practical, real-world insights to learners and professionals. Her experience extends to consultancy, where she has served as a senior consultant offering expert guidance in human resources, business management, marketing, e-commerce, and soft skills. She has mentored and trained staff and senior managers across multiple sectors, contributing to successful business process re-engineering and organizational transformation. Her entrepreneurial experience as a sole proprietor and director of a consulting firm further strengthened her capabilities in managing teams and implementing strategic improvements, particularly in marketing and promotional divisions. Internationally recognized for her academic contributions, she has been invited to speak at numerous overseas seminars and conferences. Her role as a PhD examiner and reviewer for several universities and international journals, including those indexed with impact factors, reflects her credibility and standing in the academic community. Her scholarly work focuses on wellbeing, leadership, and human resource development, areas in which she is also actively engaged in research. Her expertise has been sought in high-profile consultancy projects under the auspices of the Prime Minister’s Department of Malaysia, the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, the Government of Johor, and the Ministry of Human Resources Malaysia. She has shared her insights at both national and international platforms, delivering presentations on topics such as teamwork, online teaching strategies, and conflict management. In the academic field, she has authored numerous publications in international journals and contributed to books and training modules. She has also demonstrated leadership in academic event management by chairing and organizing two international conferences for scholars and postgraduate students. These conferences have provided valuable platforms for academic exchange and professional development. Her extensive experience across academia, industry, and consultancy highlights a multifaceted career dedicated to advancing human capital and organizational development. Her integrated expertise continues to contribute to both the scholarly community and the broader professional landscape, positioning her as a key figure in education, training, and research.

Rabeatul Husna Abdull Rahman is an associate professor at the Faculty of Business and Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Perlis, Malaysia. She holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Human Resource Development from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Social Science and Policy from the University of New South Wales, Australia. Her research interests focus on promoting employee and organizational well-being through sustainable human resource management and development policies, strategies, and practices. Her scholarly work encompasses a diverse range of worker groups, including knowledge workers, women workers, workers with disabilities, gig workers, and the Malaysian diaspora. Dr. Rabeatul Husna actively contributes her expertise at the national level, collaborating closely with agencies under the Ministry of Human Resources Malaysia, such as the Labor Market Information and Analysis Institute (ILMIA), the Social Security Organization (PERKESO), the Trade Union Affairs Department (JHEKS), and the Institute for Youth Research Malaysia (IYRES).