How To Talk To Your Boss About More Flexibility Post-Pandemic
Two career experts share a step-by-step guide to convincing your boss to allow you a more flexible working arrangement. If you’re one of the millions of Australians... Read more.
BBC Radio 4 Podcast – Business Matters
We look at the impact of coronavirus pandemic on the Australian economy. Accountancy firm EY has been ordered to pay $10.8m in damages to a whistleblower who claimed... Read more.
Working From Home while Homeschooling
As many of us find ourselves in this most unusual situation of homeschooling our children while also trying to work from home, it looks to be more of a long-term,... Read more.
COVID-19 RESPONSE – AWARD UPDATES
In response to the COVID-19 crisis, the Fair Work Commission has made a determination to make temporary variations to 99 Awards. The changes come in response to... Read more.
JobKeeper/ Fair Work Act Changes
COVID 19 RESPONSE In response to the COVID-19 crisis and to assist with the implementation of the #JobKeeper scheme, the Australian Government yesterday passed... Read more.
COVID-19 RESPONSE – AWARD CHANGES
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak and, in particular to support some of the hardest hit industries, the Fair Work Commission has approved temporary changes to... Read more.
What exactly is a stand down and when can it be executed?
Stand Downs: A Business Survival Tool, But Tread Carefully The COVID-19 pandemic was a rollercoaster for businesses worldwide, forcing many to navigate uncharted... Read more.
The Federal Government JobKeeper Scheme Explained
Yesterday’s introduction of the Australian government’s $130 billion stimulus package, came as welcome relief for many businesses that have been severely... Read more.
Q+A tackles the financial cost of the coronavirus crisis as worried Australians eye economic depression
A roundup of this week’s Q&A on ABC Australia which featured Employee Matters Director, Natasha Hawker. The panel and guests tackled the COVID-19 impact... Read more.
How to help employees adapt to new technology
There’s no doubt that advances in technology are changing the way we work. SEEK research reveals that while 2 in 3 (64%) Australians believe their job will exist... Read more.
Navigating the New Normal: A Comprehensive Guide to Remote Work and Health & Safety Audits
In the wake of the global shift towards remote work, businesses worldwide have undergone a significant transformation in their work culture. While the benefits of... Read more.
Employee Matters Supporting You in Uncertain Times
As you know at Employee Matters our vision is ‘Achieving Business Success Through Your People’. In these testing and uncertain times, more than ever, you need... Read more.
Handling the Coronavirus Crisis in your business
Our Director, Natasha Anne Hawker was interviewed on ABC Australia’s Sunday Afternoons radio programme. Hear Natasha talk about the current crisis as it pertains... Read more.
The Rise and Rise of Soft Skills in the Workplace
The workplace is changing! It is more demanding, complex, competitive, creative and collaborative making it more diverse than ever. My job as a Recruitment Expert... Read more.
Respect@Work – New Proposals for tackling Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
It has been a busy year already for employers to manage changes in workplace regulations and events impacting business. New Annualised Hours rules for some Awards,... Read more.
The Five Steps you should take to protect your business and employees during the Coronavirus crisis
Important advice for business owners regarding the coronavirus crisis. Natasha Hawker explains the steps that you can take to best manage your business and team... Read more.
Annualised Wage Provision Change
Do you pay your employees an “all up amount” annualised salary? For some awards there are significant changes on the way in 2020. Is your business ready? As... Read more.
Important Coronavirus Information for Employers
CORONAVIRUS INFORMATION FOR EMPLOYERS The information contained in this document is current as of 11 February 2020. This situation is rapidly changing and we suggest... Read more.
Nacre / Cathy Love and Natasha Hawker- Hiring, Managing and Retaining Employees in your Allied Health Business
Human Resources is one of the hardest things to manage when it comes to business. Employee Matters is a company that helps small to medium businesses hire and manage... Read more.
Non-smokers get extra holidays at UK firm- and it could happen in Australia
A business in the UK is offering staff who don’t smoke an extra four days annual leave and an Australian employment expert says there’s nothing to stop... Read more.