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Understanding purpose and its power – The Nando’s Story
Nando’s is one of South Africa’s proudest consumer exports. With nearly 1500 stores in more than 30 countries the brand is gaining traction in new markets all the time. It has more than 500 stores in the UK and Northern Ireland where most patrons know it to be exotic but suspect it’s probably British because…
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We are losing the war against climate change
We are losing the war against climate change. I recently had the privilege of delivering my first ever TedX talk looking at ways of accelerating better climate outcomes. Capitulation is not an option, so we need to find new strategies with which to combat the devastating pace of climate change. There is a…
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Types of keynote speakers and who is right for you
The potential for a conference to inspire a workforce, or motivate individuals to achieve their full capacity is massive, but you need the right elements in place. A great venue is important, the ideal programme is necessary, and a great keynote speaker is imperative. With the right keynote speaker, you’re setting the tone that will…
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The power of bloody-minded persistence
I saw a wine farmer friend the other day. “How’s the harvest going?” I asked, concerned about the impact of the unseasonably wet summer in the Western Cape. “I wouldn’t be a proper farmer if I didn’t complain about something,” he replied, “if you talk to farmers and you are not complaining, they don’t treat…
