Leading Like a Human The people who vouch for us, whether we call them bosses or leaders or allies, often see in us what we will become and it is up to us then to live out the full expression of our purpose, and by extension, their aspirations for us. I was really excited about a particular promotion and the prospect of growing myself, the team and the organization. That excitement didn't fade, but it was tempered by the realization that I actually did not know how to lead people. For context, t...
Jun 21, 2022•6 min
Our guest for this episode on Future Readiness with Za is the amazing Dr Ngao Motsei. She is a seasoned exec and leader whose work on Bullying In The Workplace demands attention now and into the unfolding future. We explore this topic as well as other challenges she has observed and her counsel for current and emerging leaders in the workplace and beyond. She talks about how leaders must become good listeners and lead with care and compassion as this births belonging. She suggests that belonging...
Jun 07, 2022•58 min
Giving of or from ourselves Which is easier for you, giving from yourself by sharing your material possessions or giving from yourself which requires vulnerability? Are there any topics that you would like me to offer tips on ? Enjoy, like and share #FutureReadinessWithZa #SizakeleMarutlulle #Zaism
May 10, 2022•4 min
Future Readiness with Za presents: The How To Series This series is my guide on going through life in the most humanistic way based on my own experiences. How have you approached someone you know online in person? I was at a gallery with a friend of mine and someone I did not recognise approached me with so much energy that it frightened me, they mentioned that they know me from the social streets. I am grateful that I am able to reach more people with the help of social media but what I ask and...
Apr 19, 2022•2 min
ANNOUNCEMENT Applying polish to an old surface is always a good thing – as it releases a new shine and magical reflections. We have just polished our old podcast. This is not a new podcast - it is me building on the one that I started in the midst of Covid-19 to connect with beings who are doing amazing things to advance humankind. Future Readiness will still have the thought-expanding conversations and the streams of encouragement that you enjoy. If you have already subscribed to #FullCircleWit...
Mar 15, 2022•1 min
Much has been lost in the proverbial fire in the last while , whether it be life, jobs, relationships, opportunities, faith, trust, etc. We each have dealt with them in our own unique ways. As we prepare to shut it down for the working/school year - I urge you to also look at the wins that you have achieved during this time and be proud of yourself. Take a moment to say thank you to yourself and to all you love and are loved by. It takes a village to stay whole. A big thank you - to all of you w...
Dec 17, 2021•7 min
There are times when we are running, chasing our goals and dreams or trying our best to check items off our to-do list that we sometimes forget to take a moment to put our safety-belt on. As we near the end of the year and get caught up in the rush to meet our targets, check things off the 5 or 10-year plan, I urge you to take a moment to put your safety belt on, take a deep breath and in the exhale – acknowledge more than what you’ve done but who you’ve become in the months past.
Dec 07, 2021•4 min
Being a fierce female who works and has a family means more often than not you are asked the question "How do you keep that work-life balance?" The question is gendered which is problematic. However, it does present us with an opportunity to reflect on what balance is and what it means to each of us. Work-life balance can be choosing a day, a time where your mind is clear, it can mean being present in a certain space, it could also be about creating boundaries within your professional and person...
Nov 30, 2021•6 min
I am joined by Vikela Rankin and we discuss leadership and the impact that individuals have in a corporate environment
Nov 23, 2021•5 min
"Knowledge becomes wisdom through action." Knowledge does not only come from books and lecture halls, it also comes from being practical and immersing yourself in the task at hand. There are things that you may need to learn, unlearn and relearn and by doing so you make yourself and those around you, willing to learn, smarter and more knowledgeable human beings. How do you share your knowledge with others?
Nov 16, 2021•6 min
Take advice from nature
Nov 02, 2021•2 min
Listen to my conversation with David Baldwin (CEO of Baldwin & author of The Belief Economy) as we discuss his journey in advertising and how COVID has impacted the advertising space. David is an award winning copywriter and creative director who is challenging advertisers about the ways they speak to the market
Oct 26, 2021•44 min
Today, Adama Sanneh (Co-founder & CEO of Moleskine Foundation) and I discuss the importance of creativity and its impact on the future of economics and Africa's development.
Oct 19, 2021•26 min
You know that person you meet when they are fired up and ready to take on the world ? You know you get the feeling that they will land on their own feet and do something magical in the world ? .That’s who the multi-dimensional Nkgabi is to me. From our first connect almost a decade ago (in the company of Mukondi Ralushayi-Kgomo her partner in business) I sensed something ‘bigger than the moment’ was happening. Later, they would talk to me about their dream- and I was super delighted when they to...
Oct 05, 2021•31 min
You know that person you meet when they are fired up and ready to take on the world ? You know you get the feeling that they will land on their own feet and do something magical in the world ? .That’s who the multi-dimensional Nkgabi is to me. From our first connect almost a decade ago (in the company of Mukondi Ralushayi-Kgomo her partner in business) I sensed something ‘bigger than the moment’ was happening. Later, they would talk to me about their dream- and I was super delighted when they to...
Sep 28, 2021•30 min
Not everything broken needs to be fixed. Not every wounded/ailing person needs to be saved by you. Sometimes you just need to let the wind carry those things and folks past and beyond you
Sep 21, 2021•2 min
Phumeza is the giant soul behind SISTAHOOD HOUR - an online platform through which she connects, converses, creates and shares her gift with the world. Her heart is pure gold, her interior work never-ending - she walks through life with the mindfulness of an old soul and the tenderness of one with no ill-intention. Over time, distance and several conversations in person and remotely - we have developed a kinship so deep as to be truly called a sister ship. We enter a shared space together with n...
Sep 14, 2021•24 min
Phumeza is the giant soul behind SISTAHOOD HOUR - an online platform through which she connects, converses, creates and shares her gift with the world. Her heart is pure gold, her interior work never-ending - she walks through life with the mindfulness of an old soul and the tenderness of one with no ill-intention. Over time, distance and several conversations in person and remotely - we have developed a kinship so deep as to be truly called a sister ship. We enter a shared space together with n...
Sep 07, 2021•29 min
After an interaction with someone - I often rely on my sense of energy and vibration to evaluate. If I feel drained, I know that there was a mis-match somewhere. If I feel uplifted and energised then I know that we were in sync. It’s been my experience that those who are good for you, are good to you. How do you think you make people feel once you have left them?
Aug 31, 2021•2 min
There is no solo act here, life is a duet and the Zebra knows this. For, it matters not whether the bullet lands on the black or white stripe, the whole animal feels the pain. So next time you lull yourself into thinking what happens over there cannot affect you over here, think again. We rise or fall together as one race, the human race.
Aug 23, 2021•4 min
You know that person you see from afar at all the cool events? They are always supremely dressed, confident in their stride and just well-put-together? You see them once, twice and eventually your paths overlap - an introduction is made and it feels like you’ve known them all your life. That’s who Felipe is to me – he is a being my soul recognised from the get-go. Never mind that I want to raid his cupboard for his white shirt collection ;) He is as whip-smart as he is kind. Deeply reflective ye...
Aug 17, 2021•1 hr 1 min
The more you share of yourself, the more people feel invited by you to share more of themselves with you. When you connect with an openness, you may find a soft-landing place for your heart and a growing awareness of yourself. How could you share more of yourself without disrespecting your boundaries?
Aug 10, 2021•5 min
There is no solo act here, life is a duet and the Zebra knows this. For, it matters not whether the bullet lands on the black or white stripe, the whole animal feels the pain. So next time you lull yourself into thinking what happens over there cannot affect you over here, think again. We rise or fall together as one race, the human race.
Aug 03, 2021•3 min
Superella is the fashion label under which Ella Buter designs, creates and shares her gift with the world. Her oeuvre is distinctive - enriched by a grounding in the appreciation of all that makes life a tad more beautiful + NICE. Her pieces are designed to not only be enjoyed over time, but to call to attention our addiction to ‘the next thing’. She empowers you (the wearer) to wear her designs ‘your way’ - to express your creativity and thus deepen your enjoyment. As the owner of many of her p...
Jul 27, 2021•53 min
The COVID pandemic is a new crisis, so we could use it to re-set, as we have missed plenty opportunity to rise to our best selves in past moments. Despite the avalanche of negativity, we should not give up believing in our goodness and the goodness of all humankind. Point is, the human form is an operating system with intricate neural pathways, veins, vessels and all sorts that work to keep the machine going. It is an ecosystem premised upon intersectionality, interconnectedness and constant mot...
Jul 20, 2021•4 min
Leaving isn’t always about fear or lack of commitment, sometimes it is the greatest price to pay in service to your authentic self. How will you know if your staying is not you being stuck?
Jul 13, 2021•3 min
“Our greatest human need is to been seen, to know that what we do and say matters”. To be seen is the physical, it’s about the body. To be seen into is the acknowledgement (by another) of your emotional and spiritual self. Do you see those you care about or see into those you care about? ___________________ Follow me on Social media: https://www.instagram.com/sizakelezamarutlulle/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sizakele-marutlulle-78389a14b/
Jul 06, 2021•2 min
The obsession with being called strong can at first sound like a compliment but in the long run it actually can be damaging. As a reformed ' strong' black woman - I am sharing this to reveal the traps in this descriptor and the loneliness it brings forth for those who are trapped by it. There are other ways to celebrate resilience without leaving anyone in the cold... ___________________ Follow me on Social media: https://www.instagram.com/sizakelezamarutlulle/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-siz...
Jul 01, 2021•4 min
PANELISTS Sizakele Marutlulle Zanele Hlatshwayo –Runs marathons. She ran 18 races to raise funds for the South African Depression and Anxiety Group. She is the YouTube Lead for Africa at Google Brad Shorkend - An agitator and thought-provoker. He works with business leaders helping them to always be innovation-ready and to create exceptional employee experiences. Co-founder of Still Human. Sarah Kabengele – She has a passion to share knowledge in the form of education and now her journey is taki...
Jun 30, 2021•1 hr 57 min
In this episode, I reflect on my sources of inspiration. People who have overcome some form of adversity/challenge are my role models, they show the vulnerability in being human and the triumph in spirit. As I reflect on my things to overcome, I invite you to review the landscape of your own interiority. ___________________ Follow me on Social media: https://www.instagram.com/sizakelezamarutlulle/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sizakele-marutlulle-78389a14b/
Jun 24, 2021•5 min
