by Nicolene Schoeman-Louw
We often read about banks, clients and scams. Often we see litigation between the bank and its Client. So, where does the reciprocal duty start and end?
Read moreMarketing Strategies Explained
by Helena Naitsuwe Amadhila
It is said that, it is not known until it is said, seen or shared. Therefore, as entrepreneurs, we should make our businesses known to others. We do this by using various marketing strategies. We should do this for all customers to be able to know our businesses using an inclusive approach of using both traditional and modern marketing strategies.
Read more4 Ways to say no without saying no
by Lori Milner
Saying no is challenging; most of us dread it because it questions our identity as being a good person. We fear saying no because we are afraid people won't like us or will let them down and disappoint them. We attach so much guilt and dread to this little word that we end up giving away our yes too quickly.
Read moreUnpacking the Contempt of Court process
by Nicolene Schoeman-Louw
Many litigants often find that getting recourse at Court only partially resolves all issues between them. It usually calls for referring the matter back even after it was concluded and is typically where a contempt of court application would follow.
Read moreThe Key to Your Self-Care Goals Is Thinking Small and Here’s Why
by Lori Milner
When making progress on self-care goals, having a good intention is not enough. In my work as a coach and trainer, I know people genuinely have every good intention to show up on the calendar without guilt to make time for their self-care goals. They make promises to themselves, intending to honour them, but ultimately these agreements get broken. The excuses are coming from a good place — my boss needed something, I didn’t have enough time or my bed was too warm.
Read moreBuilding a Brand. What is branding, exactly?
by Kathryn Main
What is branding, exactly? Contrary to popular belief, branding is far more than just a logo. Your customers’ first impression of your company is formed through your brand. Therefore, your brand experience should be encapsulated and epitomised in your branding. This can be achieved through various elements such as…
Read moreIs a Nocturnal Work Style Good For You? Here are 5 reasons why it’s not so bad - or is it?
by Eldari Visser
I recently read an article with a lengthy discussion about people that are early risers and the positivity around that. Early birdies and worms. How a person can get lots more done in the early hours of the morning and that it is good for your body, soul and mind to jump up, get some sunshine at the early stage of the sunrise in the morning, feeling fresh and get so much more done. Right!
Read moreWhen it comes to business success – managing workflow, not people, is key
by Rochelle Roos
In the business world, knowing how to successfully manage workflow or flow is key.
Simply put, flow is the movement and delivery of customer value through a process. Not having a good grip on flow means that an organisation cannot sustainably deliver value to its customers. In short, bad workflow means a constant struggle to accomplish more and faster which results in added stress.
Read moreUnpacking the Tech Lingo
by Nicolene Schoeman-Louw
Daily we are having conversations around a new world and cryptocurrency, the metaverse, NFTs and Blockchain (to name a few). To many of us, this may seem like fiction or perhaps a trend that will fade. Therefore, many of us do not pay too much attention to it. However, ever-evolving technology is not just a trend, and it is something to stay informed of as our businesses would need to evolve and adapt to remain relevant.
Read moreWhat’s in a name?
by Kathryn Main
When it comes to naming your business, is your first thought to use your name, child’s name, initials, or joining your nieces’ names? I ask this because 70% of young people I mentor want to use one of the previous ideas to name their business. I’m not saying there is anything wrong with that, but does it convey the correct message to your potential customers and talk to what your business does?
Read moreMost People Think Imposter Syndrome Reveals Your Gaps. The Truth Is It Reveals Your Growth
by Lori Milner
Imposter syndrome is not based on logic. The most successful people still experience the feeling that everyone will find out that they know nothing, that their success is based on luck, and that they don’t deserve to be there. It’s a debilitating pattern and one that can keep you playing small if you buy into your own story.
Read more5 Questions To Build Your Personal Brand in the Workplace
by Naike Moshi
In today's workplace, building a personal brand is no longer an option, but a necessity. Here are some questions to help you understand how to build your personal brand.
Read moreShould it be more about attention management and less about time management?
by Teboho Seretlo
Counting the number of hours spent on any given task, is it really practical? I know that in some management consulting firms, pay is arrived at using time-sheets of how much time you have spent on a particular project. I have also come across APPS that help you manage your timesheet to make it easier to collate and send to those who will be paying you for your time and maybe vice-versa - it could be you paying a consultant/contractor you have hired, based on time.
Read moreBuild Everyone’s Thinking Skill
by Laura Camacho
You probably know it’s better to ask questions than to tell your team the answer. But answering their questions is so much faster! Easier! Who has time to play Socrates?
Read moreAnxiety – the latest Bully in the room
by Marjon Meyer
Are you currently experiencing a difficult moment and feeling under some pressure? Or are you experiencing such high levels of tension that you lash out at people, become erratic, and possibly even approaching a physically or mentally unhealthy condition? Then maybe you’re not alone on the precipice; perhaps anxiety is there with you. The precipice can be attractive, undesirable, or both.
Read moreThis is how 8C changed me through Personal Branding
by Naike Moshi
There is no doubt that building a personal brand takes time and effort. The truth is there are many other benefits available and they can lead to more opportunities than you could ever imagine. Using 8C, I transformed my Personal Branding in the following ways:
Read moreHow Real is the Loneliness in Your Team?
by Paula Quinsee
We all know remote working has had a large impact on our mental health with loneliness being cited as the most common emotion being experienced by entrepreneurs, leaders and employees. This can cause us to withdraw and be less committed, creative, collaborative and attentive, and both the quality and quantity of our work can deteriorate. Loneliness has also been identified as a factor in workplace burnout. We often associate loneliness with being on our own or alone.
Read moreIs a Sole Proprietorship the right vehicle for your business?
by Nicola Mullineux
Choosing the correct business vehicle is crucial to protect your and (potentially) your spouse’s financial wellbeing. Of particular importance when making this choice is understanding the concept of a separate legal personality.
Read moreWhy would I say yes to debt?
by Kathryn Main
We have been through a tough two years emotionally and financially after the global epidemic that had us all scared and behind closed doors. In the months that followed, South Africa was hit with flooding, riots and an ever increasing electricity crisis. Throw in the war that started in 2021 and you will find a large number of working class people struggling to make it through each month.
Read moreFashion Loot
by Brigette Mashile
For many years my mother has lived alone. This is because all four daughters went to boarding school and tertiary institutions in other cities; and her husband has also always worked in other towns. We each came back home for holidays, big events, etc, but my mother is the most common human in this house. I think this is the reason why she has her clothes in every bedroom cupboard! I am trying to find a respectable reason why my mother has too many clothes…
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