Matthew Line-Hayward
Ai Capability Coach
I help HR leaders build confidence and capability with AI.
Helping HR Leaders Navigate AI with Confidence
Artificial Intelligence is changing the way HR teams work.
From employee relations and policy development to workforce planning, recruitment and leadership support, AI is creating new opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen decision-making and build capability.
The challenge is knowing where to start, what works and how to use AI responsibly.
AI Coaching provides practical, personalised support to help HR leaders and teams develop confidence, capability and real-world application.
Meet Matthew Line-Hayward
With more than 15 years of HR leadership experience and as an internationally accredited coach, I understand the realities of working in HR.
I have worked across employee relations, organisational change, leadership development, workforce planning, acquisitions, restructures and business transformation, helping organisations and leaders navigate complex challenges in fast-changing environments.
Throughout my career, I have supported leaders to make better decisions, build capability and lead with confidence under pressure.
Today, I combine my HR expertise, coaching background and passion for AI to help HR teams embrace emerging technology in a way that is practical, responsible and commercially valuable.
My focus is not on technology for technology's sake. It is on helping HR professionals use AI to improve outcomes, strengthen confidence and create capacity for higher-value work.
Why Ai Coaching?
There is no shortage of AI training available today. HR professionals can access countless webinars, courses and online tutorials covering every aspect of artificial intelligence. The challenge is rarely access to information. The real challenge is understanding how AI can be applied within the unique context of your organisation, your people strategy and your day-to-day priorities. AI Coaching is designed to bridge that gap, providing practical, tailored support that helps HR professionals move beyond theory and confidently apply AI in ways that create real value. Whether you are just starting to explore AI or looking to build capability across your HR function, coaching focuses on practical application, meaningful outcomes and immediate relevance to your role.
What We Can Work On
AI Fundamentals for HR
Understanding AI, its capabilities, limitations and opportunities within the people function.
Everyday HR Applications
Using AI to support employee relations, policy development, recruitment, L&D workforce planning and communication.
Productivity and Efficiency
Reducing administration, improving document creation and streamlining repetitive tasks
AI Governance and Risk
Building confidence around responsible use, data privacy and compliance
Team Capability Building
Helping HR teams develop confidence and practical skills to use AI effectively.
Strategic AI Adoption
Supporting HR leaders as they shape AI strategy and organisational implementation
What People Say
Finding Matt and the support he offered me changed my mindset completely and the path I was taking. Starting my journey with Matt was scary at first, stepping into the unknown and like many others, those questions circulated my head. Is this really going to work? What can I learn about myself? From the first session, I knew Matt was the right person to help me through a very stressful time both in and out of work. His approach, knowledge and passion shone through and I have every trust in Matt to support me through any challenge now or in the future.
Matt was an amazing and profound help to me. He was patient, kind but assertive enough to give me feedback when I needed it. He has some amazing techniques to help me gain clarity on my thoughts and understand what’s stopping me – in both my personal and professional life. Immediately after the sessions, I felt uplifted and like a weight was off my shoulders I can’t believe I was missing out on this for so long. Would recommend to anyone who isn’t feeling 100% fulfilled or who just wants more from life.”
I am so glad I reached out to Matt to help with some major life struggles.He has helped me to focus better on the goals I wish to achieve and per-sue different avenues in relation to my career I was dealing with very low mood and burn out and needed to find the real me again.Matt's coaching allowed me to address my anxieties utilise the right tools to get me back on track. Mental health in men is so important and Matt is doing great work to break the taboo in asking for and receiving help
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