Did you know that children who are allowed to climb grow up to be more confident as adults? The secret to confidence is not really in the climbing - it's the falling that matters most. Children who are allowed to climb become accustomed to falling, and that's what expands their confidence! In this episode Thembe Khumalo shares some of the most frightening moments of her adult life, and how she pushed against her fears to achieve her dreams. We hope these stories help you find the courage to move...
Feb 17, 2021•31 min•Season 2Ep. 31
There is something to be said for a leader who has the call to lead running in her veins and imbued in her spirit. Yawa Hansen-Quao is one such woman. Learning from an early age never to let anyone steal her voice or her power, she grew into a strong, successful, courageous woman who is accelerating African development and economic growth through building a stronger civil service in Ghana. A visionary leader whose career landmarks include being recognized as one of Africa’s Rising Leaders at the...
Feb 10, 2021•52 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Saray Khumalo doesn't just push barriers, break taboos and smash ceilings, she also climbs mountains - literally! She became the first black African woman to reach the summit of Mt Everest on her 4th attempt, which tells you everything you need to know about her resilience, determination and strength of character. But for many years Saray was coasting along, doing the things a good girl is supposed to do and ticking the right boxes. As an experienced business executive, she has a solid track rec...
Feb 01, 2021•43 min•Season 2Ep. 29
Fierce, phenomenal, and utterly fabulous, Modesta Mahiga-Mbughuni is a woman on fire. A lawyer, author, leadership coach and so much more, she was named “one of Africa’s Movers and Shakers” by the Times of London. She is the founder of Modesta.Africa and her mission is to build African leaders for global competitiveness. Her story will make you laugh, cry and applaud, but most of all, it will leave you inspired to play your part in bettering Africa today.
Jan 26, 2021•56 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Jacqueline Mgido is a renowned celebrity makeup artist, stylist, entrepreneur, and CEO of Jackie Mgido Cosmetics , an international makeup company with locations in Zimbabwe, Los Angeles, Uganda, and Kenya. Jackie’s artistry, dynamic personality, and passion for excellence have enabled her to amass an impressive clientele of critically acclaimed artists, to work on film/television including: MTV, the Billboard Music Awards, The Real Housewives of Orange County, All My Children, Another World,...
Jan 19, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 27
How much do you know about African women? About their history, their potential and their power....? This conversation will inform, entertain and inspire you. Now here is a man who understands African women: Mutsa Samuel is a global speaker, a serial entrepreneur and the author of Your Authentic Self. He has spoken widely in Africa and Europe and spreads his deep love and respect for Africa and Africans wherever he goes. Today he shares insights on African identity, what makes women wonderful and...
Jan 12, 2021•45 min•Season 2Ep. 6
We have a very important announcement, and a conversation about the future we want for you, our clients as well as for Africa. Join Thembe Khumalo and Selina Zigomo on our first episode of 2021.
Jan 05, 2021•34 min•Season 2Ep. 25
As we come to the end of an extraordinary year, how can you make sure you hold on to everything that was good about 2020? How will you avoid repeating the mistakes you made in the past? What lessons might you be missing that could propel you forward in the year ahead? What matters most as you plan your life going forward? I have put together my favourite planning questions for you. there are some good old favourites that you've heard before, but also a few newbies that might surprise and delight...
Dec 29, 2020•20 min
I am riding solo this week, sharing a part of my personal story that convinced me about the importance of being part of a community and reminding you of the beautiful Christmas present Brandbuilder has prepared for you. Merry Christmas
Dec 21, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 23
When other little girls were dreaming of becoming princesses, Debra Magwada already had her eye on a bigger prize - the earth! She learnt from watching her grandfather and the community around him that you have to respect everything that comes from nature - people, animals, plants, land. In this conversation, she shares her journey to becoming one of a handful of female conservation entrepreneurs in Africa, and how she came to be the Founder and CEO of Rejuvinate! Umhlaba, a company that sources...
Dec 14, 2020•37 min
If you want to do something big, something scary, something amazing, the best person to talk to is someone who has done it before you. Find out what you can learn, what preparation you need to make and which mistakes you can avoid. Tariro Makina, Selina Zigomo and Michell Hakata have all taken the brave move to quit the 9 to 5 and go solo. Find out what they have to say about it in this episode. Then, if you want to know more about building a consulting practice, if you want someone to help you ...
Dec 08, 2020•34 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Carl Joshua Ncube isn't just a comedian. He is an astute businessman who has carefully curated his brand over many years to deliver the life he wants to live. In this conversation, he tells us how he sees life as a long game of snakes and ladders, how he became who he is today, and why he and his wife are living on a bus in the resort town of Victoria Falls. If you've ever wondered what it might be like to live your truth, look to Carl and Nelsy, and you'll get the live experience.
Nov 30, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Jito Kayumba is a partner in a private equity firm in Lusaka Zambia. But he is more than that. He is a teacher and a student of life - constantly pushing the boundaries of his potential, driving towards excellence and making his contribution to building the kind of Africa we all want to live in. We talked about mastery, about creating systems for succeeding in your field, about personal branding and the role of social media, as well as about what’s hot in Africa right now!
Nov 25, 2020•34 min•Season 1Ep. 19
If you love thinking about thinking, and talking about solutions; if you love pondering about purpose and investigating innovation, then you will love this conversation with Musekiwa Samuriwo. An entrepreneur, strategist, designer, author, speaker and consultant, Musekiwa makes a life and a living by using his gifts to add value to businesses, individuals and communities. He has mastered accumulating knowledge and packaging it in ways that make it accessible to broader audiences. His latest book...
Nov 16, 2020•47 min•Season 1Ep. 18
It's really about the critical role that bees play in the global ecosystem. Terence Chambati is an advertising executive turned conservation entrepreneur. His story left me gasping on so many different levels. Listen in to find out how he made the switch, and why the work he is doing is so important, not just for Africa, but in the world. You'll be inspired by his vision, motivated by his boldness and enthralled by his compassion for and sense of responsibility for the planet.
Nov 10, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 17
This week Akua Nyame Mensah talks to us about building self-awareness, simplifying engagement and setting and achieving appropriate expectation. But that's not all - she also shares some her of exciting career moves, and the lessons she's learnt along the way. When a seasoned coach tells you you can "make the most of your future by understanding your present," you can't help but really pause and reflect on your life. Here's hoping this episode results in as much insight and introspection for you...
Nov 03, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Empress Pat is a force of female energy that you do not want to mess with. Deeply immersed in the media and communication space, she is passionate about recognising and elevating the humanity of all people and especially that of black women. Pat shares highlights of her journey to recognising her inner empress and how she built an authentic personal brand.
Oct 27, 2020•47 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Join me on a self-coaching journey in this episode as I go through 8 of my favourite ways to find clarity and calm when I am feeling overwhelmed. I think you'll find it useful:-)
Oct 20, 2020•22 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Who do you want to be? Where do you want to go? How do you want to live? These are critical career questions for every leader. They help you live a life of purpose and align your daily activity to what's most important in your life. Brand positioning is the most important process in building a brand because it helps us figure out where a brand sits in the sea of competition and what territory it seeks to own and dominate. Listen to Thembe in this episode where she provides some tips about what y...
Oct 12, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 12
If you have ever doubted your power or had any kind of discomfort about standing in your power, you need to listen to this. You will find out what I learnt from Pattie Sellers at Time Inc, and what my mother said to me in the middle of a break-up!
Oct 06, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Noreen Makosewe is a London based strategy expert who supports small businesses that are ready to scale. Her path to this sweet spot was more like zig-zagging a jungle gym than climbing a corporate ladder, but that journey helped her get real clarity on what matters most, and what her specific important work is the world should be. Join us as we hear about her journey and her thoughts on the start-up scene in Africa.
Sep 28, 2020•50 min•Season 1Ep. 11
What does it take to build a successful brand as an African woman leader? Is there room for women to lead in the ICT sector in Africa? What can women learn from those who have succeeded before them? What does the future look like for the next generation of young women who want to lead? All this and more as we talk to Sonwabise Mzinyathi, Chair of the Board of Directors for the South Africa Women in ICT Forum. Sonwabise is passionate about the potential for technology to help governments and indu...
Sep 21, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 10
If there’s one thing I learnt in this conversation, it’s that Tafadzwa Bete Sasa doesn’t let you get away with ticking boxes! If you set a goal, you better believe she’s going to require you to achieve it. Join us for this really helpful conversation full of practical strategies to help you be more productive. Tafadzwa Bete Sasa is a high-performance coach, training facilitator and consultant. She designs and facilitates tools and systems to help individuals and teams clarify goals and align day...
Sep 14, 2020•43 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Edward Shila has taken what he’s learnt from a career in advertising and communications as well as his entrepreneurial skills into the political arena in Tanzania. His clear vision for leadership on the continent might just inspire you to do the same!
Sep 08, 2020•23 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Are you tired of hearing about how you need to find your purpose? Or not sure what people even mean when they talk about purpose? Then you will love this conversation in which Barbara Mutedzi, a conscious leadership coach opens up about purpose and how your leadership journey can benefit from you knowing yours. Barbara Mutedzi is a Conscious Leadership Coach trained in neuroscience-based coaching and with a background in health and community psychology; socio-cultural and medical anthropology. A...
Aug 31, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Our guest Tess Aromesule is a consumer packaged goods expert doing business in Lagos, Nigeria. She coaches and trains SMEs in the FMCG sector on everything from negotiating with retailers to branding.
Aug 24, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 6
How do small business owners find the right balance between maximizing revenue and making their goods accessible to the people who need them? In this episode Thembe discusses 4 critical things you need to look at in order to get your pricing right. PLUS some bonus pricing tips
Aug 18, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 5
What’s the number one skill you need to be able to sell your business or product? Public speaking! If you have strong presentation skills you will find it much easier to persuade people to work with you. Listen to Noma, a speaking coach and customer service consultant.
Jul 24, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 4
We try to discourage rebranding on a whim, but sometimes the situation does call for a new look and feel! Learn more about when it’s OK to change your visual brand identity.
Jul 08, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 3
How did we come to start talking about personal branding and what does it really mean? Tune in to learn more.
Jun 30, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 2
