Aug 22, 2023 | Mindset, Planning, Proudly South African, Resilience
Much is written about South African’s high level of resilience, our never-say-die attitude or as they say in Afrikaans – ‘n boer maak ‘n plan. Research has shown that we have a higher level of resilience than many nations around the world, however, do we know what...
Jul 20, 2023 | Learning, Planning, Resilience, Results
Like it or not, there are very few ‘secrets’ left in the world. Google has already, for free, provided us with all the answers human beings know. So why then are some people a lot more productive, and dare I say, a lot more successful too? These ‘7 Secrets of the...
Apr 3, 2023 | Higher Margins, Perspective, Planning, Reflection, Repeat Business, Value
Recently a colleague and I were discussing client retention, during which he lamented the fact that he had recently lost some long-standing clients. Several key points came out of the discussions which I would like to summarise below: Focusing on client...
Mar 2, 2023 | Learning, Sales
Selling is the lifeblood of any business, and mastering the art of selling is crucial for entrepreneurs, salespeople, and anyone who wants to succeed in business. Whether you are selling products or services, effective selling skills can make all the difference. In...
Feb 16, 2023 | Goals, Leadership, Mentor, Mindset, Team
Motivation is a great driving factor in productivity. It takes a lot to slow down a motivated individual. It is therefore important to ask: what motivates people to work? Motivation to work is much more than the pay offered to do a job. Let’s delve into what gets...