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The Making of a CEO: Strategies for Success – Howse & Rivers
In a recent conversation with Adelle Howse from Howse & Rivers, Natasha Hawker shared the journey of starting and growing Employee Matters. While many see an "overnight success," the reality...
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 and leading expert in...
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 firm, Employee Matters,...
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 alone. Natasha Hawker, founder of Employee...
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 to rewarding careers....
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 the difference to employee wellbeing, team...
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 staff back into the office —...
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 out about the frustration of...
Latest Blog Articles
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 does your risk. Here’s...
The Employer’s Guide to the Work Christmas Party: Plan the Fun and Ditch the Risk
The end-of-year work Christmas party is an Australian tradition, a time to celebrate a year of hard work, build team morale and thank your employees for their efforts. But for...
Safety First, Spirits Second: How a Sydney Hospitality Group Became a Compliance Legend
The Sydney hospitality scene is buzzing, but behind the craft cocktails and boutique whiskeys, there's serious business - especially when it comes to compliance. Our client isn't just a stellar...
Tips for Choosing the Right HR Advisory Services for Your Company
Getting HR right is one of the smartest investments you can make in your business. It protects you from risk, strengthens your culture and helps you get the very best...
Why AI Can’t and Won’t Replace In-House HR
The Human Element in Australian Workplaces In the business world, the incessant buzz around Artificial Intelligence (AI) is louder than ever. We've seen how AI can streamline repetitive, tedious tasks...
The Hidden Cost of Sexual Harassment
While sexual harassment is a profound violation of an individual's rights and wellbeing, its impact extends far beyond the personal harm to the victim; it carries a significant and often...
The Benefits of Local Know-How in HR
We’ve been helping organisations across Australia with HR and Recruitment for well over a decade now, and if there’s one thing we’ve learned, it’s that not only are no two...
How HR Consultants Can Help Startups With Workplace Policies
For startups, the focus is often on growth: securing funding, building products, and winning customers. But one area that can easily slip through the cracks is HR compliance, let alone...