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...
Paws and Peace of Mind: How Pets Help Us Navigate Psychosocial Hazards
The world collectively held its breath during the COVID-19 pandemic. As social isolation became the norm and our homes transformed into our workplaces, many of us found an even deeper...
Navigating Australia’s New WHS Landscape: The Importance of Minimising Psychosocial Hazards
Once upon a time, workplace safety predominantly conjured images of hard hats and safety boots, focusing solely on physical dangers like slips, trips and falls. However, a significant shift has...
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...
Recruiting for Behavioural Traits
Tertiary qualifications? Check ✅ Demonstrated experience? Check ✅ Skilled in a specific IT platform? Check ✅ But how can you screen for passion, flair and determination? The idea of recruiting...
AI in Recruitment: The Employer’s Ally (and what to watch out for)
In today's fast-paced business world, finding the right talent in an ever tight market isn't just a challenge – it's a race. Employers are constantly seeking an edge and increasingly,...
Navigating Employment Law: How HR Advisory Services Keep You Compliant
How HR Advisory Services Keep You Compliant For Australian employers, navigating compliance with HR laws, regulations, Awards and agreements is not just a box-ticking exercise. It’s an essential part of...
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...
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 is a time-consuming, brain-busting challenge for most businesses, but non-compliance...