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 […]
In recent years, remote work has shifted from being an obscure benefit to a core component of many Australian businesses. As hybrid and fully remote working models become the norm, companies are facing a new set of challenges: differing legal compliance across states, maintaining culture, managing performance remotely, and supporting employee wellbeing. For many organisations, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Embracing Flexibility in Remote Work Is this the end of the 9 to 5? A new push aims to let parents choose their work hours, helping Aussie families spend more time together. Key employer associations urge the Fair Work Commission to remove restrictions on set shifts and minimum pay for remote workers. They stress the […]
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. Two career experts share a step-by-step […]
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. As many of us find ourselves […]
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 the wake of the global […]
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. As you know at Employee Matters […]
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. Remote working is something that has […]