Webinar: Why Most Businesses Get Hiring Wrong (and what to do instead)
Stop the costly guessing game and turn your recruitment process into a competitive advantage. Enter your details below to access the full recording and your free... Read more.
What To Include on a Resume – NSW Drive with Jess McGuire | ABC listen
Recently, Natasha Hawker, Managing Director of Employee Matters, joined Jess McGuire on ABC listen's NSW Drive. They unpacked the realities of the modern Australian... Read more.
Practical Strategies for Hiring, Managing and Retaining Practice Staff
Hiring the right people and keeping them is critical for any small business. In the eyecare sector, where teams are often small and close-knit, one poor hire can... Read more.
Australian Employers Are Increasingly Rewarding Office Presence With Higher Pay, Bonuses and Career Opportunities
Are employees who work from home falling behind in pay and promotions? New data suggests that might be the case. A recent report from Robert Half indicates that... Read more.
This Is What Experts Say You Should Not Include in Your Resume
When crafting the perfect resume, what you leave out is just as important as what you put in. We are thrilled to share that our Managing Director, Natasha Hawker,... Read more.
Hire Slow and Lead Smart Says HR and Recruitment Expert Natasha Hawker
Employee Matters’ Founder and Managing Director, Natasha Hawker, was recently featured in Hearing Industry Insights following her presentation at the Hearing Business... Read more.
Accessorial Liability: Why You (Personally) Can’t Afford to “Just Follow Orders”
In Australian employment law, the "corporate veil" provides little protection for professionals. Under Section 550 of the Fair Work Act 2009, individuals can be... Read more.
How a Business Owner Scaled Her Business with Outsourcing | Outsourcing Angel Podcast
When you run your own company, trying to wear every single hat is a fast track to burnout. But for many founders, handing over the reins of their daily operations... Read more.
Hiring Right & Building a Sellable Business | Business Podcast — EO Sydney
Your team can either be the engine that scales your business, or the anchor that sinks it. For many entrepreneurs, mastering the complex life cycle of hiring, managing,... Read more.
Managers Are Promoted to Their Level of Incompetence | Martian Logic Podcast
Australia is currently grappling with a significant productivity gap, and business leaders are searching for answers. But what if the root of the problem isn't the... Read more.
The Redundancy Ripple Effect: Why Unfair Dismissal Claims are Skyrocketing
In the current Australian economic climate, business as usual feels like a distant memory. As the cost of doing business climbs and the Reserve Bank continues to... Read more.
Beyond the Request: Victoria’s New Era of Right to WFH
The conversation around flexible work in Australia is shifting from asking for a favour to exercising a legal right. While recent Fair Work Commission rulings like... Read more.
A Tale of Two WFH Requests
Recent rulings in the Fair Work Commission have provided a critical wakeup call for both employees and HR professionals. Two landmark cases from 2025 and 2026 (Fitzpatrick... Read more.
Leading the Way: Sentius Implements Groundbreaking Menstrual and Menopause Policy
At Employee Matters, we are incredibly proud to partner with clients who don't just talk about workplace culture but actively build it. Today, we are celebrating... Read more.
Why Every Business Needs a Clear Misconduct Policy
At Employee Matters, we spend a lot of time supporting businesses through difficult conversations. In many cases, those conversations start the same way: “We didn’t... Read more.
Personality is Your Superpower in the Age of AI
We are living in a new era of recruitment. With over 90% of Australian bosses now using Artificial Intelligence to advertise and hire, the landscape for job seekers... Read more.
How Outsourced HR Services Can Save You Time, Money and Stress
Most business owners don’t start a company because they’re passionate about employment contracts, performance plans, or award interpretations. Yet, before long,... Read more.
Job Search 2026: The Power of Personality in the Age of AI
The job market has changed. If you’re applying for roles in 2026, you’re not just trying to impress a hiring manager, you’re trying to get past AI. Learn more... Read more.
How to Ask Exit Interview Questions That Actually Improve Your Workplace
When an employee leaves your business, it’s easy to focus on the logistics such as notice periods, handovers, and recruitment to fill the role. But every resignation... Read more.
What Happens When an Employee Runs Out of Sick Leave?
Managing long or frequent employee absences can be complex. Once an employee has used all of their paid Personal/Carer’s Leave, your obligations shift - and so... Read more.