Written by Natasha Hawker Founder and Managing Director 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 conversation around flexible work in […]
At Employee Matters, we are incredibly proud to partner with clients who don’t just talk about workplace culture but actively build it. Today, we are celebrating a major milestone with our client, Sentius, a Melbourne-based company that has just rolled out a comprehensive Menstruation and Menopause Policy. Sentius already has invested heavily in supporting their […]
At Employee Matters, we spend a lot of time supporting businesses through difficult conversations. In many cases, those conversations start the same way: “We didn’t think we’d ever need a formal policy for this.” Misconduct rarely arrives with a warning. It can start small, escalate quickly and leave managers unsure how to respond. A clear […]
Most business owners don’t start a company because they’re passionate about employment contracts, performance plans, or award interpretations. Yet, before long, HR becomes a regular part of the working week. A question from a manager turns into a compliance check. A performance issue becomes a time-consuming process. A simple decision suddenly feels high risk. This […]
The Australian workforce is undergoing a seismic shift. As Baby Boomers retire and Millennials move into senior leadership, a new force has risen: Generation Z. Born between 1997 and 2012, this cohort currently makes up approximately 15% of the Australian workforce, a figure set to grow rapidly by 2030. If your recruitment strategy still relies […]
When an employee leaves your business, it’s easy to focus on the logistics such as notice periods, handovers, and recruitment to fill the role. But every resignation is also an opportunity; exit interviews can give you invaluable insights into your culture, leadership, and employee experience, helping you build a better workplace for the rest of […]
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 what employers need to know when an employee’s sick leave runs out. What Happens When Paid Sick Leave Runs Out? Under the National Employment Standards […]
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 from instantly screening resumes to automating interview scheduling. This promises huge time savings and efficiency gains for employers. But is AI the magic bullet that […]
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. The reasons for this move can range from a perceived loss of productivity and creativity and gripes from high profile CEO’s around outright malingering. Despite these […]
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 sized organisation in Australia. 1. Artificial Intelligence (AI) AI will continue to make inroads in all aspects of business and recruitment is no exception. Expect […]
Introduction Employee engagement can be defined as the level of commitment and motivation an employee has towards helping their organisation reach its goals. For your people to give their best, they need to believe that your company is aiming for the right goals — both from an economic standpoint and a social one — and […]
How Employers Are Encouraging the Return to the Workplace In the wake of the pandemic, workplaces are deploying innovative strategies to draw employees back into the office environment. ABC News reports on a trend where employers are offering enticing perks such as extra leave, complimentary lunches, and even recreational facilities like virtual golf courses. These […]
Written by Natasha Hawker Founder and Managing Director 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. With competitiveness at an all time […]
Written by Natasha Hawker Founder and Managing Director 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. By Sandra Rajendra, Employee Expert Can […]
Written by Natasha Hawker Founder and Managing Director 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. I once worked for a company […]
Written by Natasha Hawker Founder and Managing Director 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. By Natasha Hawker People often ask […]
Written by Natasha Hawker Founder and Managing Director 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. In this episode, I chat with […]
Written by Natasha Hawker Founder and Managing Director 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. You are finally there – you […]
Written by Natasha Hawker Founder and Managing Director 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. Last week, I met Carol at […]
Written by Natasha Hawker Founder and Managing Director 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. Virtually every business I have met […]
Written by Natasha Hawker Founder and Managing Director 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. Your business is only ever going […]
Written by Natasha Hawker Founder and Managing Director 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. Did you know that to be […]
Written by Natasha Hawker Founder and Managing Director 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. Recently, we have been struggling to […]
Written by Natasha Hawker Founder and Managing Director 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. It hurts doesn’t it? When someone […]