Building Stronger Businesses Through People: Natasha Hawker on the ScaleX Insider Podcast
“You don’t build a business — you build people and people build the business.” This was the central theme when Natasha Hawker, Founder of Employee Matters... Read more.
Employee Matters ER Compliance Calculator
Are you confident that your business is fully compliant with Australian Employee Relations legislation? Navigating Australia's ever-changing ER legislation landscape... Read more.
Experts Weigh In on Correct Hot-Desking Etiquette
Hot-desking is now common in many Australian workplaces, but not everyone knows the best way to share a desk. Natasha Hawker, managing director of HR and recruitment... Read more.
The Cost of ‘Soldiering On’: Why Presenteeism is a ‘Sick Tax’ on Your Business
Have you ever wrestled with the decision of calling in sick, feeling a pang of guilt or concern about what your absence might mean for your job or team? If so, you're... Read more.
The Bedrock of the Australian Economy
Did you know that the financial services sector alone injects over $140 billion, annually, into the Australian economy, accounting for approximately 10% of our GDP?... Read more.
How to Collaborate Effectively with Human Resources Consultants
Employing human resource (HR) consulting services can be a game-changer for your business. Whether you’re navigating rapid growth, facing complex compliance challenges,... Read more.
5 Tips for Choosing an Outsourced HR Model
At Employee Matters, we are often faced with potential clients who have a difficult decision to make. Do they: Carry on without specialised HR support as their business... Read more.
The Sick Tax: How to Tackle Presenteeism in Your Workplace
The Sick Tax in Australian Workplaces and Why ‘Presenteeism’ Is Costing Businesses Billions If you’ve ever felt guilty about calling in sick, you’re not... Read more.
6 Recruitment Challenges and How to Overcome Them
In today’s fast-paced and highly competitive job market, employee recruitment isn’t what it used to be. At Employee Matters, we partner with businesses every... Read more.
High Paying Jobs You DON’T Need A Degree For
A university degree has long been seen as the primary path to a high salary, but with the evolving job market, many Australians are discovering alternative routes... Read more.
The Importance of Strategic HR for Australian Startups and Scale-ups
Australia’s startup ecosystem is thriving. With world-class startup hubs in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, the country is recognised as one of the fastest places... Read more.
Should You Speak Up if You See Bad Behaviour at Work?
Speaking Up at Work: What Should You Do When You Witness Unethical Behaviour? Workplace conflict is inevitable, but how it’s managed—or ignored—can make all... Read more.
Managing Remote Workforces in Australia Through Outsourced HR
In recent years, remote work has shifted from being an obscure benefit to a core component of many Australian businesses. As hybrid and fully remote working models... Read more.
Tactic linking promotions to being in office completely divides Aussie workers
Promotions Now Tied to Office Attendance? The Return-to-Office Push Divides Aussie Workers A growing number of Australian employers are finding new ways to encourage... Read more.
Webinar: The Future of Workplace Support: Cancer, Caregiving & Chronic Illness Support
Employee Matters was pleased to host an informative workshop led by MyMuse to highlight The Future of Workplace Support: Cancer, Caregiving & Chronic... Read more.
Aussie Bosses Shamed as ‘Ghosting’ Trend Leaves Workers in the Dark
The hiring process is under scrutiny as job seekers take a stand against being "ghosted" by potential employers. An increasing number of candidates are speaking... Read more.
Work-From-Home vs Return-To-Office Spark Resignations
As major companies like Coles, Woolworths, and Amazon mandate a return to the office, concerns are rising over a potential surge in resignations. In a recent Yahoo... Read more.
Mastering Difficult Conversations: Manage Self, Lead Others Podcast (Episode 153)
Mastering Difficult Workplace Conversations with Natasha Hawker Navigating difficult workplace conversations is one of the biggest challenges leaders face. In a... Read more.
The Future of Work Is Flexible
There has been a lot of news lately about businesses both in Australia and abroad intending to force their workers back into the office either full or part time. ... Read more.
Five Recruitment Trends to Watch Out For in 2025
As we start a new year, let’s look at the big trends that Employee Matters believes will affect your ability to recruit in 2025, especially as a small to medium... Read more.
