You all know that a geologist is “a scientist who studies the solid and liquid matter that constitutes the Earth, as well as the processes and history that has shaped it” (Wikipedia, 23 June 2012). I believe, however, that those…
Biomimicry
This application of science is one that I am very, very excited about…… Biomimicry is the examination of nature, its models, systems, processes, and elements to emulate or take inspiration from in order to solve human problems (referenced from Wikipedia).…
Seeing The Forest For The Trees
The annual Sustainability Report goes beyond a glossy booklet filled with feel-good stories. The report itself should be of a certain standard and reveal information in a transparent manner to its audience: Satisfy the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standard…
If You Fall – GET UP – The Difference Between Success and Failure
The experts tell us that you must fail many times in order to succeed. Those that succeed don’t let failure stop them, ~ when they fall, they get right back up again, ~ they don’t blame themselves, ~ they don’t…
Got a Problem: Call on Help
In this profession, we simply don’t have the knowledge to provide answers to every environmental problem that comes along. I for example, cannot tell you the methodology for determining the boundary of a palaeochannel. The fact that it is a…
Let’s Stop Bullying In The Workplace
Bullying (in some shape or form) is prevalent in the mining industry, especially on mine sites themselves but also in the corporate offices. The time has come to put a stop to it! After having attended an International…
A Library of Knowledge Like David Attenborough
I would love to be the female version of David Attenborough. I would love to have his knowledge and be able to convey that knowledge to the many, many viewers of his documentaries. It’s all about empowering others with knowledge.…
Obsession and Balance?
I talk about ways to focus, to become more efficient and eliminate distractions. I don’t know about you, but sometimes I focus to the point where I become obsessed with what I am doing. I forget to eat, I…
Networking: Who Needs It!
Your network creates opportunities. Your network helps to solve problems. Your network supports you through good and bad times. Your network finds you work. Your network recognizes your achievements. Your network grows your community. Your network will answer your…
Prioritizing Your Valuable Time
Prioritizing your action list at the beginning of each day is a relatively easy task. However, do you often find yourself addressing one ‘urgent’ request after the other? Before the day is over, you find that you’ve spent most of…