Tag: resilience

Look around you. Is anything real or normal anymore? News, images and videos created by Artificial Intelligence (AI) are everywhere. The world we live in is changing daily. It is no exaggeration to say that everything you thought you knew is undergoing apocalyptic levels of change. Our new normal now includes AI CEOs and AI partners.

Ten years after her ground-breaking book Rough Diamond inspired a generation of entrepreneurs, the author returns with Rough Diamond II: Lessons from the Road Less Travelled. This is an unfiltered reflection on resilience, mentorship, business survival and the personal costs of chasing success.

A lion’s roar commands attention. No other creature in the animal kingdom can match that roar. It boldly announces an untameable spirit. When a lion roars, it declares, “I am here, I am the king, and this is my territory.” Did you know that you have a “roar” too? You carry a purpose, created intentionally and meaningfully.

Thinking Seriously is a three-part series for anyone who suspects their brain might be quietly sabotaging them at work. Starting with thoughts - the architects of our decisions - then moving through emotions and behaviours, this series unpacks the invisible mechanics driving how we think, feel and act in the ambiguous chaos of modern business.

In the heart of a village untouched by the world’s chaos, five-year-old Popina found solace in the simple joys of childhood. She climbed mango trees, chased baby baboons and explored the open fields with carefree delight. However, her innocence shattered in an instant when a group of strangers invaded the village. They brought a terror that a young girl could never have imagined.

Dr Johan "Rassie" Erasmus. Maverick. Icon. Record-breaking coach. Controversial sports administrator. Innovative boundary-pusher. In this groundbreaking book, we delve into Rassie's transformative tenure as head coach and director of South Africa’s national rugby team from 2018 to 2024, extracting powerful lessons for the business world.

The C-suite has long left data resilience and cybersecurity in the hands of security and IT teams. It has been a case of ‘leave it to the experts’, and for a long time, that made sense. But as organisations have become increasingly dependent on technology and breaches have become a case of ‘when’ rather than ‘if,’ cybersecurity has become a part of everyone’s day-to-day.

In the 2025 Budget Speech, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana unveiled a proposed staggered increase to the Value Added Tax (VAT) rate. This move, designed to address economic challenges and fund key government initiatives, will undoubtedly add pressure to small businesses, especially those who are already struggling with cash flow. However, it’s worth understanding who pays VAT, how VAT contributes to total tax revenue, and how you as a small business can manage this change.

Your mind controls your life. Every thought either builds you up or breaks you down. Most people let their thoughts run unchecked. This habit leads to self-doubt, fear and stagnation. However, you have the power to take control.

In an innovative approach to business strategy, Bush Lessons 4 Business has been released. This transformative, easily accessible book draws on the wisdom of nature. The book offers powerful insights for modern business challenges. The author has over two decades of corporate experience.