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Your teachers insist on a degree for a good job – the only way, they say. Family and friends doubt your passion project. The news paint a grim picture of current affairs, leaving you feeling powerless. Colleagues dwell on the boss’ flaws and predict company doom. “Just because the crowd roars with a certain belief…
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Vusi Thembekwayo’s journey isn’t just about talent—it’s about strategy, resilience, and turning every hit into fuel. Born in Soweto, Johannesburg, he didn’t just climb the ladder; he built it.As a teenager, he won the South African Championship of Public Speaking. But he didn’t rest on his laurels. His story holds essential lessons for every creative.…
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What do you think it would take for you to be a business leader, or start a movement, or even a revolution? Would you, like most of us, say ” Ah, no way I could. I need to be more articulate, bolder, smarter[insert your perceived inadequacy]”? Enter Susan Cain, the woman who redefined what it…
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There’s a saying, “Never meet your heroes“. Because they might disappoint. That’s exactly what happened to Elon Musk. He grew up idolising astronauts, who ignited his dream of space travel. But when he pursued his ambitions, those same heroes vehemently opposed him. This shook Musk, who, contrary to his outward appearance, does care about the…
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Are you prone to overthinking, endlessly analysing every detail before taking a step forward? I certainly can be, especially when faced with daunting decisions. But consider the approach of Sarah Blakely, the visionary founder of Spanx. She exemplifies how action, not analysis, is the true catalyst for results. As she aptly puts it, “The moment…
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What do you do when the chips are down and everything feels like a struggle? A shattering piece of news, an unexpected turn of events, a drastic change in circumstances—it’s only natural to focus all your energy on meeting the challenge head-on. Most likely with complete seriousness, devotion, and intent. But what happens to our…
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I don’t know about you, but I could never bring myself to “niche down.” I understand the need for such a concept but the idea of specialising in just one thing, of being confined to a single, neatly wrapped category, feels utterly suffocating, akin to dying. Yes, I know. A bit dramatic. That’s why stumbling…
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This success story will have you question the stories you might have told yourself about what is possible or not
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Would the loss of your sight necessarily spell doom for you? Think again.
