The Mining Coach Podcast

This week, we are privileged to learn from a leading expert in the field of how we position our companies and businesses for a very different future. Jan-Adriaan du Plessis is a Managing Partner of Future World, a consulting business that help us understand and prepare for an uncertain future. There is so much to learn from him and his team. Enjoy!

In this episode, we talk to Annakleta Mukumbi, a geologist, turned geotechnical engineer, who shares her lessons learnt in mining.  She talks about integrating and using change positively in our lives.

This week we speak to Nick Espenberg, a mining Director and executive experienced in leading technical teams and projects.  We learn that in order to develop and grow, you can take big risks in your career. You can also have patience in the early part of career by enjoying the process and investing in various coaches to help you get perspective.

This week we speak to Jamie van Schoor, CEO of Dwyka Mining Services. His company brings technology solutions to mining clients. We talk about his passion for developing his leadership team, the youth, making technology work at mines and the lessons he has learned as a mining technology entrepreneur.

We speak about how one prioritises important versus urgent work, and allowing the space in between to stay creative.

Mining entrepreneur and chartered accountant, Cobus Fraser, speaks about building a mining advisory and consulting business.

Why are people slow to adopt your new technology platforms? This week we speak to Nadia Lawrence.  She is a woman in mining, in charge of information management and technology. She speaks about her journey to grow and develop herself.  Topics covered include: reflection time, mentorship, being uncomfortable and the importance of quality relationships.