Leadership & Strategy
The AI Advantage: HR’s Playbook For 2026
Unlock the AI advantage for HR in 2026. Learn real use cases, get expert insights and walk away ready to lead AI-powered people operations.
Your first 90 days as an HR manager: a complete 30-60-90 day plan
Starting as an HR manager? Follow this 30-60-90 day plan to build trust, set strategy and make an impact in your first three months.
Holdsworth Community achieves $400K in annual cost savings and total compliance confidence with Employment Hero
“I’ve been a CEO for the best part of the last nine years and I’ve never seen an employment platform like this. Employment Hero clearly has the customer in mind”
Free startup budget template for new business owners
Launch your business with confidence using our free startup budget template. Learn how to track costs, reduce spend and plan for growth from day one.
OKR template: How to set objectives and key results for your team
Download your free OKR template and learn how to set effective objectives and key results. Boost alignment, productivity and performance at work.
Employment Hero CEO Ben Thompson wins Technology category at EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Australia awards
17 Oct 2025 – Employment Hero CEO Ben Thompson wins the EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 Technology award, recognising innovation and leadership in HR technology.
The step-by-step guide to scaling your culture
Growing your business? Discover a step-by-step guide to building and maintaining your company culture that scales as you grow.
“Transformative impact” of Employment Hero recognised in the 25th Year of the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Awards
26 May 2025 – Since its inception, Employment Hero has been on a mission to make employment easier and more valuable for everyone, driven by CEO and Co-Founder, Ben Thompson. Thompson has led the charge in creating a world-first Employment Operating System, that most recently includes a first-of-its-kind two-way talent marketplace, which fundamentally changes the way people hire and find jobs.
Employment Hero Surpasses $250M ARR, Accelerating its mission to make employment easier for small businesses
16 Feb 2025 – Employment Hero, the global leader in employment management solutions, today announced a major milestone in its growth journey, surpassing $250M (AUD) in annualised recurring revenue.
The next chapter for HR systems: 2025 and beyond
Peer into our crystal ball and see what’s around the corner for employment in 2025. Published Updated 5 mins read Contents If you’re an HR leader or a business owner juggling HR subscriptions like they’re hot potatoes (one for recruitment, one for onboarding, one for payroll…), this one’s for you. Let’s unpack some of the […]
HR Masterclass: Managing Remote Teams
Learn key strategies for managing remote teams, ensuring compliance, and boosting productivity.
Employment Hero Data Reveals Two-Speed Economy: Ongoing ‘Wageflation’ and Shrinking Hours
Published Updated 5 mins read Contents Employment Hero’s August SmartMatch Employment Report reveals striking 6.2% moving average yearly wage growth across Australia, while median hours worked fell 2.4% month-on-month, signalling productivity challenges and early signs of ‘labour hoarding’ Wage growth is significantly higher than the 4.1% reported by the ABS WPI in June, suggesting a […]
6 soft skills crucial for strong and effective leadership
Discover the top soft skills you need to master to lead with confidence, empathy and success.
Leading the charge for change: Say hello to Employment Hero’s Partner Network Leaders
Say hello to our Partner Network Leaders – a group that’s leading change at Employment Hero.
Future-Proof Your Accounting Practice: Strategies For Success
We’ve rounded up our top strategies for success so you can future proof your business now, and well into the future. Published Updated 9 mins read It’s no secret that the the accounting industry is changing quickly; new technology, increased client expectations and the expansion of services are dominating conversations about the future of the sector. […]