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Why Strong Networks Are Critical for Mental Health at Work
94% of employees say workplace stress affects their mental health—yet networking is still seen as...
As a Geotechnical Professional in Australia – “What role does geology play in geotechnical engineering practice?” it would be?
Here’s what we said:Your anonymous response to this poll will form part of the data our small...
If you are a Geotechnical Engineer or Geologist working in Australia or New Zealand, what size pay increase should you expect in 2025?
Here’s what we said: Can you believe this is our third year running this poll? In 2023, 49% of...
The Hidden Risk of Underutilised Weak Networks
In professional life, technical skill opens doors—but it’s your network that keeps them open....
Build Bench Strength in Victoria Before the Market Moves
Build Bench Strength in Victoria Before the Market Moves Victoria’s infrastructure market is...
Harnessing the Power of Reciprocity: A Key to Business Development, Relationship Building and Ongoing Utilisation.
Reciprocity is a fundamental part of human nature. When someone helps us, we often want to return...
Utilisation – The elephant in the room.
In the consulting world, utilisation is a critical metric that employers monitor carefully. Poor...
If I could choose one thing for my current employer to focus on with me, it would be? it would be?
Here’s what we said: Regardless of how experienced you are working as a geotechnical engineer or...
Realising the Value of your Professional Network
Professional networks are critical for success. It is how we connect with people and build...
What do you think the salary for a Principal Geotechnical Engineer (East Coast of Aus – Civil) should be?
Here’s what we said: We are regularly approached by geotechnical engineers and geologists who tell...
Salary Reviews and your Personal Brand at Work
Salary reviews are an important aspect of any geotechnical engineer's or geologist's career. They...
If you are a Geotechnical Engineer or Geologist working in Australia or New Zealand, what size pay increase should you expect in 2023?
Here’s what we said: If there is a decent response to my survey, the results might be helpful to...
How often should your employer talk to you about your progress?
Here’s what we said: How often your employer discusses your progress is essential to making you...
How much should a Geotechnical Engineer in Australia with 3.5 year’s experience working on medium to large infrastructure projects earn.
Here’s what we said: I often get asked questions about salary ranges. I have a good idea but I...
How much Business Development are you planning to do in the next six months compared to the previous six months?
Here’s what we said: Helping your employer to build and maintain a healthy "Forward Order Book"...
What do you think a SENIOR Geotechnical Engineer/Engineering Geologist working in Australia with 8 years of civil experience be paid?
Here’s what we said: EOFY is approaching, which may mean performance and salary reviews for many...
What size package increase (if any) should a Geotechnical Engineer or Geologist expect from a prospective employer when offered a job?
Here’s what we said: When considering a job offer, it's important to take into account the salary...
If you are a Geotechnical Engineer or Geologist working in Australia or New Zealand, what size pay increase should you expect in 2024?
Here’s what we said: I can't believe it has been a year since we ran this poll. Last year, 49% of...
Get that killer pay raise in 2023 with empathy.
Making an effort to understand the perspective of others is an essential skill for building...
Interview tips for introverts – Geotechnical Engineers & Geologists
It's a common practice that most companies will interview you at least twice as part of their...
Is your Personal Brand holding you back and you don’t even know it?
There is no secret that the labour market for high-performing Geotechnical Engineers and...
Attracting and Retaining Top Talent
According to the Global Leadership Forecast 2023 by DDI, attracting and retaining top talent is...
Sharing Salary Information
Changes to pay secrecy laws may make companies hesitant to offer competitive packages to attract...
The Ripple Effect: How a Leader’s Sense of Purpose Impacts Their Team.
Less than half of the leaders surveyed in DDI Global’s “Global Leadership Forecast 2023” believe...