Pegasus Radio

In this episode I discuss where I think salaries are now and where they are heading in 2021 and beyond. 

In this episode, I discus the subject of flexible working and my thoughts on it's future.

In this episode, I am delighted to be joined by Gary Fisher of Mode Consult; a small but growing consultancy offering QS and PM services based out of Bristol. In this episode; After working for many of the biggest names in the industry, why Gary chose to set up on his own. The Mode Family - how Gary works with a group of other small businesses to support each other to win work. Why Gary feels it i...

In this episode I look at what to do if you feel your employer has stopped growing; both in the terms of headcount but also capability.

In this short episode, I discuss an age old problem man people have where they enjoy working for their employer but have an issue with their direct line manager - I give advice on how to tackle this.

In this episode I discuss t he subject of hard work; a subject I am conflicted on to be honest! Take a listen to hear my views on this.

In this episode I discuss how the compound effect can influence your career; both positively and negatively; this is a really valuable short episode to listen to to help you in your career.

In this episode I am joined by Stephanie Marshall of Turner & Townsend. in this great discussion, we talk about; How work hasnt let up for T&T in the North East! The lack of investment in the North East but how that is changing; why the North East is a great place to invest and live How the Universities are helping driving the North East's growth T&T’s North East heritage Possible migr...

In this episode I discuss one of the best tools to decide whether you are advancing at the right pace; teh two year test!

For anyone who follows my content, you will know I am huge advocate of becoming MRICS as soon as possible. That honestly hasn’t changed, however it is fair to say the RICS is currently having a crisis, so I thought I would give my views on this.

 In this epsiode I am delighted to be joined again by Matthew Easton; leadership coach to the construction industry. In this chat, we discuss; Danger of promoting to associate based on time served The challenges Associates face How to work out who is Associate material The need to support with training on people management The importance of senior management supporting middle managers Why the...

In this episode I discuss making a move internationally in 2021 and whether it is even possible given the current global Covid-19 restrictions.

In this episode I chat with David Shaw of Torridon -  a small but growing consultancy based in Edinburgh. David is also the Chairman of the RICS Matrics. In this episode we discuss; Why focusing on commercial and resi fit out / refurb is working in their favour by staying niche Plus the need to re-use existing building stock Why David chose to go and work for himself Why it’s not all about gr...

In this episode i speak about Hours Worked and about the course and effect in a consultancy agency and how its been effected with covid-19, thoughts have been estimated within the industry are that there will be a 14% growth.  I discuss the standards of hours being worked currently and the hours that are being worked in the industry such as estimated hours that some major company's are saying...

In this episode, I discuss the pros and cons in taking a career break.

In this episode, I give my advice on how to most quickly advance your career to reach a Director/Partner role. 

In this episode I discuss how to handle the subject of being made redundant when in job interviews. There is unfortunately a stigma attached to this subject and I hope this short episode goes someway to easing the concerns of those who have been made redundant.

In another one of my short episodes, I look at the lessons I learnt from 2020 and how this will guide my business going forward.

In this short ten minute episode I tackle the two major concerns people have of moving right now and also about knowing when it is time to move jobs.

Hi, I'm back with my under 10 minute career episodes with more to follow! In this episode; Are you being honest with yourself? Now I will be the first to say that you need to be in the right organisation to enable your progression, however I would also say, more importantly, you need to be driven to to progress your own career. So in this short episode, I give some frank advice that will hopefully...

In this episode I was delighted to be joined by Sharon Slinger of Construction Rainbows; a Diversity and Inclusion Consultancy focused in the Construction industry. In this episode; Why Sharon, a chartered Quantity Surveyor working for a major contractor decided to make this huge career change. Need to have senior management on board. The main objections around D&I from the industry. The busin...

In this episode, I meet Sunny Johal of Detail; a relatively new Developer, but with big ambitions, based in Birmingham. In this episode; How Birmingham and other cities outside of London are seeing growing investor interest, both UK and International investors. How Covid has been an accelerator on a number of fronts which has seen certain sectors grow rapidly. Sunny’s views on the future of the in...

In today’s episode, I am joined by Stephen Gibson. Steve is a Director of Turner & Townsend, but in this episode, we are talking about where Steve’s career as a Quantity Surveyor has taken him around the world working in eight different countries! This will hopefully show you there is no limits if working internationally appeals to you. In this episode; Don’t confuse what you see on holiday –...

In this episode I am joined by Richard Julian; who heads a small but rapidly growing consultancy; RJA Consultants, based in Leicester. In this episode; How they have grown significantly in recent years. The value of choosing recession proof sectors. The need for businesses to invest in apprentices and the widening skills gap in the industry. The pros and cons of targeting public sector work. The r...

In this episode, I speak with Will Savage; Partner at Project Focused Consulting LLP; a small QS and PM consultancy based in West Malling. In this episode; How working on country estates gives a glimpse of what will come into the mainstream residential and commercial sectors in the future Use of deeds of variation to help the client, consultants and contractors to get through these challenging tim...