In this week's edition of Mining Man's newsletter we take a look at the timely topic of whether leaders should socialise with their team at Christmas parties. We're also covering six tips to improve safety discussions with people you don't normally work with, a review of a mining-specific data management system, and some cautionary advice on sending emails. Enjoy!

How to Have a Safety Chat without Looking Like a Pompous Arse

In the minerals industry we work with people who have a range of different attitudes towards safety and how much risk they’ll take on the job site. From time to time we find ourselves in a situation where we want to let someone know that we don’t think the way they are working is the safest way, or that we don’t think they’re following all the correct procedures for the job. Having this type of conversation is made all the more difficult when the person we want to chat to doesn’t work for us, and may not even be from the same company or team.
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When should Leaders Socialise with their Team?

The mining industry is a social place to work, and socialising with your work team can be a very effective way to build the team and create bonds which strengthen working relationships. But mixing socially with your direct reports, particularly once the beer starts flowing, can be a minefield for those who are unprepared.

Intov8 Mining Data Management Software - Review

So much data! Mining operations are generating so much data and so many numbers that it can be difficult for an operator or manager to keep track of everything that is happening in the operation. I recently checked out some mining-specific software that helps organise and report on any and all data in one central place.

Read Your Emails Angry

Emails are very easy to misinterpret. When someone reads an email you've sent them, it's up to them to work out the tone of voice you are using. If they choose the wrong tone, then your email can end up taking on a totally different meaning to the one you intended.

Mining Financial Basics #4 - Internal Rate of Return

Part 4 of Mining Man's Mining Financial Basics Series looks at Internal Rate of Return (IRR). What it is, how we work it out, and what it's used for.

Thanks for reading, and a special thanks to everyone who's been commenting on my Zero Harm videos and skills shortage article. Have a safe and productive week!

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Issue 13 - December 6, 2011

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