Natasha is a leading HR expert, entrepreneur, author and sought-after media commentator for outlets such as Sunrise (Channel 7), ABC Radio and The Australian Financial Review. Natasha co-founded Employee Matters in 2011 to help Australian businesses achieve success through their people.
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.
So, how do you survive in an automated world? According to Natasha Hawker, Managing Director at Employee Matters, the secret isn’t better tech, it’s being more human.
With AI tools widely available, it can be tempting to let AI write your resume and cover letter. While AI is great for a first draft or structuring your thoughts, it can’t replicate your unique voice. If your application reads like everyone else’s, it will get lost in the pile. Authenticity is your competitive advantage.
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