Nickel’s fall into the doldrums has sparked a rapid rationalisation of plans and projects by mining companies involved in the commodity. While redundancies are inevitable, my advice is to do everything you can to hang on to your best people. Here’s why.
The world's greatest business leaders and their strategies for holding meetings
by Dan Hatch
The generation born between 1997 and 2012 is actively turning its back on mining, despite boundless opportunities, big salaries and great career paths. What do we do now?
by Dan Hatch
Is a little white lie on your application for a mining job or your resume really going to matter?
by Dan Hatch
Being a mining industry recruiter in a skills shortage can be intense even when things are running smoothly, so here are our tips for avoiding 5 common and costly mistakes.
by Dan Hatch
Having a mid-career crisis? If you’re ready for a change but don’t know what it is yet, here’s our expert advice.
by Dan Hatch
There are many reasons mining industry leaders become micromanagers. Are you one? Here’s how to work out if you are, and how to stop.
by Dan Hatch
Cover letter writing is an art. Here’s how to do it well, get the attention of recruiters and win the mining job of your dreams.
by Dan Hatch
Here are 6 tips to help ensure you’re recruiting top talent during mining’s skills shortage.
by Dan Hatch
In MPi’s June 2021 poll, we want to find out how well the mining industry responds to employees experiencing mental health difficulties. Have your say!
by Dan Hatch
A new report from EY has identified 10 areas the mining industry can change in the post-coronavirus era to ensure a stronger future.
by Dan Hatch
Is it ever possible to futureproof your career in the mining and resources sector?
Too many recruiters are guilty of not reading resumes properly and not returning calls. It’s time to change.
Are you getting interviews but no offers? Here are four reasons to consider using an interview coach.
Mining People MD Steve Heather looks at how to use lawyers correctly - and the wider lessons for life and business.
If you missed this year's Women in Mining event in Perth, here's what happened.
Too often victims of harassment and bullying are unable to speak up, and witnesses remain silent.
Sleep deprivation is bad for your health and can be dangerous on a mine site. Let's take a look at the signs.
Diggers and Dealers was a great reminder that we all stand on the shoulders of those who went before us.
by Dan Hatch
Diggers and Dealers 2018 proved a new generation of mining industry leadership is flourishing.
Here are six things I have observed, or learnt personally, about how to encourage constructive debate.
by Tony Turton
Have you done all you can to retain your team in 2018?
In mining true leaders inspire people through vision, passion, communication and trust.
Leaders in Australian mining must step up after successive governments have slugged the industry.
by Dan Hatch
What's on the minds of 400 of the world's top business executives? And what lessons are there for mining leaders?
Employee burnout can have disastrous consequences for employers, so what can executives do about it?
by Dan Hatch
Saying 'yes' at work instead of 'no' could be killing both innovation and productivity.
There's only a 70% chance an injured employee who takes 20 days off work will ever return. Here's what to do.
The most common thing I hear when speaking to candidates is that they are looking for stability in a new position.
by Dan Hatch
Not all bosses are created equal, but what's the difference between a good boss and a bad one?
The pressures being felt in the mining industry are no longer fear-driven, but just as likely to lead to burnout.
Negative perceptions of the mining industry are vastly over represented!
Why are we not seeing any discussion regarding innovation and technology associated with the resources industry?
A fresh (and 100% authentic) take on Mining gender diversity!
Do the mining global Goliath's really have an advantage? Beware the return of the Market Miners and a bit on Failure.
Is Mark Creasy on the money? 'Too many lawyers & accountants on mining boards...'
Is The War For Talent Over..and is it OK to target your lazy competitors???
How to keep your Gun Mining Executives Firing into the Future...
Why it is essential that you remain firmly Optimistic
For Busy Mining Exec's - The list of lists you must have ...
True innovation is more than just shrinking and slashing!
Due diligence ... and mining the elephant in the boardroom
So you've done cost cutting. Now for innovation, but do your people know how to do it?
On the outside, many will look at what is happening to the mining industry at the moment as a simple “business process rationalisation” phase and/or a “cost-out” phase.
The mining game - a wild ride - and the best thing CEO's and Boards can do..
Every little thing you do shows others who you are
What a difference a day makes ...and why you should study an MB(w)A
The problem with Australia's skill development efforts - and is your own narrow mindedness helping or hindering things?
Build a great mining business (or a single department) and look brilliant along the way!
Nickel’s fall into the doldrums has sparked a rapid rationalisation of plans and projects by mining companies involved in the commodity. While redundancies are inevitable, my advice is to do everything you can to hang on to your best people. Here’s why.
The world's greatest business leaders and their strategies for holding meetings
by Dan Hatch
The generation born between 1997 and 2012 is actively turning its back on mining, despite boundless opportunities, big salaries and great career paths. What do we do now?
by Dan Hatch
Is a little white lie on your application for a mining job or your resume really going to matter?
by Dan Hatch
Being a mining industry recruiter in a skills shortage can be intense even when things are running smoothly, so here are our tips for avoiding 5 common and costly mistakes.
by Dan Hatch
Having a mid-career crisis? If you’re ready for a change but don’t know what it is yet, here’s our expert advice.
by Dan Hatch
There are many reasons mining industry leaders become micromanagers. Are you one? Here’s how to work out if you are, and how to stop.
by Dan Hatch
Cover letter writing is an art. Here’s how to do it well, get the attention of recruiters and win the mining job of your dreams.
by Dan Hatch
Here are 6 tips to help ensure you’re recruiting top talent during mining’s skills shortage.
by Dan Hatch
In MPi’s June 2021 poll, we want to find out how well the mining industry responds to employees experiencing mental health difficulties. Have your say!
by Dan Hatch
A new report from EY has identified 10 areas the mining industry can change in the post-coronavirus era to ensure a stronger future.
by Dan Hatch
Is it ever possible to futureproof your career in the mining and resources sector?