Some evenings are simply lovely. Others leave you thinking about the bigger picture long after you get home. Tuesday evening was one of those evenings. It was a pleasure to attend a beautiful celebratory event marking Netflix South Africa’s 10-year milestone, hosted in collaboration with Brand South Africa at the Nelson Mandela Foundation. And what [;.]
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Jul
Jul
What do people around the world think when they hear the words: South Africa? And perhaps just as importantly, how do we, as South Africans, see ourselves? These were some of the questions that stayed with me after attending Brand South Africa’s 2026 Research Launch. I really enjoyed the morning. Not only because the research [;.]
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May
May
Inclusion is no longer a corporate checkbox; it’s a business advantage. Brands that embrace inclusivity are not only making a social impact; they are building stronger, more loyal communities. Why? Because people want to see themselves reflected in the brands they support. Inclusive brands understand that representation is powerful. They create spaces where individuals feel [;.]
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May
May
Most small businesses don’t fail. They remain unseen. There’s a critical difference and understanding it changes everything. Visibility is not about posting more. It’s about positioning better. Too many brands focus on pushing products without first establishing presence. They blend into saturated markets because their messaging lacks clarity, their visuals lack distinction, and their voice [;.]
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Mar
Mar
Some events stay with you long after they end, not because of the venue or the programme, but because of what they represent. The launch of “Unfolding the Untold Stories of Gauteng: Disability, Democracy and Human Dignity” at Hotel Sky in Sandton on 3 December 2025 was one of those moments for me. It was [;.]
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Jan
Jan
Some moments don’t just mark a year, they redefine it. The Women in Power 2025 event, hosted by PRISA in partnership with NCPD at the stunning Silverstar Hotel by Tsogo Sun, was exactly that for me. Not just another diary date, but one of my proudest professional and personal highlights of 2025. As the PR [;.]
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Nov
Nov
Inclusion and Consideration: The Real Difference Between Being Invited and Being Valued Oooof, feels like frost…That’s the best way I can describe those moments in the workplace or even being invited to an event, when you realise you’re included… but not truly considered. And if you’ve ever been on the receiving end of that cold [;.]
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Mar
Mar
Have you noticed that when someone truly dedicated leaves an organization, there’s a culture shift? A monumental loss to a company. Throughout my career, I’ve worked with some of the largest corporations, and time and time again, I’ve seen this pattern unfold. While teamwork is essential, it’s often that one exceptional person whose passion and [;.]
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Mar
Mar
Let’s be real—salespeople don’t get enough credit. They are the front-line warriors of any business, the charmers, the problem-solvers, and the ones who turn hesitant “maybes” into confident “yeses.” Yet, when payday rolls around, they often take home just a sliver of the revenue they worked so hard to bring in. Think about it. They [;.]
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Aug
Aug
Friendship isn’t just about being there for the big moments; it’s also about the fun and joy you share in everyday life. My niece asked me, ‘Why don’t we create traditions?’ and it got me thinking that one of the most delightful ways to strengthen your bond with family and friends is by creating and [;.]