Management Training
Why try to do everything by yourself?
Are you obsessed with doing everything by yourself? Use the skills and talents of others to help you get ahead. This has always been the wisdom of every successful entrepreneur and CEO. “Frank Winfield Woolworth (1852 – 1919) was a pioneer of a change store. He came from a humble background and became one of…
Read MoreDiversity and Inclusion in the workplace
After 23 years into our new democratic South Africa, diversity and inclusion still remains a challenge in the workplace. This is not just a mindset or issue of cultural incompetence – but now a strategic priority in organisations. Diversity and inclusion encompasses acceptance and respect. It means that each individual is unique, that we should recognize individual differences, BUT also our…
Read MoreBenefits of a corporate strategy
There are successful businesses that exist today which have a strategy or strategic plan, and many which don’t. Is it any wonder why most start up businesses fail within the first three years? Or why prominent companies and brands which do not innovate, leverage opportunities, predict threats or adapt – could potentially die. A success…
Read MoreWhy do a Task List?
Commonly referred to as a ‘task list, to do list or action plan’ – this practice requires a person to make a list of all their pending, outstanding, urgent or important tasks that need to be completed. Most people already practice this habit. If you use a piece of paper, jotter or exam pad to…
Read MoreWhat makes a great communicator?
In November of 2001, I had the treasured opportunity to listen to Nelson Mandela speak at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg, SA. It was a business conference on Excellence and Quality in South African industry sectors. These are four things I remember about that memorable experience: 1) It took former President Nelson Mandela about…
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