Future of Work
AI and the future of work: inside Hero Exchange in Tauranga and Hamilton
AI, hiring and the future of work took centre stage as Hero Exchange visited Tauranga and Hamilton. Here’s what business leaders and HR teams took away.
AI guilt at work: the hidden productivity drag nobody’s talking about
More than a third of NZ workers feel guilty using AI well. That guilt quietly drags on output. Here is how it costs you and how to fix it.
The New Zealand AI Paradox: How Workers Really Feel
Kiwi workers are optimistic about AI, yet 38% think using it feels like “cheating”. We explore that complicated picture.
AI workforce planning: How to future-proof your talent strategy
Explore how AI is transforming workforce planning, from forecasting talent needs to identifying skills gaps and modelling future workforce scenarios.
AI job displacement: What it means for employers and workers in 2026
AI is reshaping the job market, some roles will change, others will emerge. Here’s what businesses and workers need to know to adapt and stay ahead.
The human + AI workflow guide: How to map what your team should be doing
Explore a human and AI workflow map and see how AI and people should work together across HR, payroll and workforce operations.
Hero Hour: Saint Alice, Auckland
Join Auckland’s HR and business leaders at Saint Alice on March 26. Network with the Employment Hero team and shape the future of work. Secure your spot now.
Employment Uncovered: Inside the Story of New Zealand Work in 2025
Inside the story of NZ work in 2025. From rising ‘sickies’ to hiring fatigue, see how Kiwi work patterns are shifting. Read the key insights.
AI in HR: How is artificial intelligence changing the workplace?
Discover how AI is changing human resources in New Zealand, and how your business can benefit from this innovative technology.
Work in Motion: How businesses can thrive in a changing job market
Australia and New Zealand’s job markets are undergoing one of the biggest shifts in years. From the rise of poly-employment and casualisation to changing generational expectations and economic pressures. To help employers make sense of these changes, we’re bringing the insights that matter most straight to you. In this live panel discussion, we’ll reveal the […]
The history (and future) of the cover letter
Discover the origin and evolution of the cover letter—from Da Vinci to AI tools. Learn if cover letters are still worth writing today.
HR Thriving in the Tech Era: Proven strategies & What’s next
The workplace is evolving – and HR is at the heart of the transformation. As technology advances, HR leaders around the world have leveraged it to elevate their roles, sharpen their strategies and enhance every stage of the employee experience.
The next chapter for HR systems: 2025 and beyond
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 shifts that we expect to redefine HR systems in 2025 and beyond.
Recruitment reimagined: The future of hiring
Step into our crystal ball with us, as we look at what the near future holds for recruitment.
Forecasting AI use cases in HR for 2024
AI in HR: From sci-fi to reality in 2024 and beyond… Published Updated 14 mins read Contents Smart leaders understand that AI can help solve a variety of business problems and can help them grow faster. In fact, 58% of businesses are now using AI for at least one task at work. This applies to […]
