Month: August 2020
COVID-19 Coping Mechanisms – Who do I want to be during the pandemic?
Michele C du Plessis The COVID-19 pandemic has already created substantial and fundamental changes in our world. Whilst many of these changes have already become permanent and a new world awaits us once the crises abate, we must cope daily in this transformed world. There are four ‘zones’ that we
Partners for Possibility – Passionate about Progress
Michele du Plessis Launched in 2010 by the non-profit organisation, Symphonia for South Africa, Partners for Possibility (PfP) is an internationally recognised, award-winning leadership development initiative with a difference. “We are passionate about and committed to developing conscious, resilient leaders through an extraordinary, action-based process that breaks down barriers, connects
Elucidating the work of the New Apostolic Church during Covid-19 lockdown
The Covid-19 pandemic forced many people to rethink the way they approach their day-to-day activities. We find ourselves in obscure times and have to remain flexible to adjust to the ‘new normal’. Following the government’s regulations, the New Apostolic Church (NAC) was forced into making temporary changes in the way
Bridging the great divide
Michele C du Plessis Starting a new printed newspaper in a time where many popular publications decided to “go digital” seems like utter madness. Why not just provide the newspaper on various digital platforms instead of producing a free paper newspaper? Here I must commend Luther Diedericks, Editor and owner
M.A.S.K. – Holistic and integrated development
Michele C du Plessis M.A.S.K is required to master each of the three dimensions of the Triangle for Success as elucidated by Luther in the review of his book on page 3. What does M.A.S.K. stand for concerning Business? Insert Image here M– Membership to an entrepreneurial community;
“A quinological journey to a Triumphant Life” by Luther C Diedericks
Review by Michele du Plessis “Going through life I was exposed to many things which promised an outcome that proved valuable at that stage. Most did, however, contribute to my personal growth or helped me succeed in the spheres where I was involved in. Living a balanced life, however, posed
Hopefield, Cinderella waiting to be a Princess
Luther C Diedericks I have been researching the Municipal area of Saldanha since late 2016 intending to promote economic development through entrepreneurship. The project was initiated with a youth leadership development project with Agriculture as the main theme on the Windstone Farm. Unfortunately, the severe drought at that time shuttled
Is your business ready to thrive?
As an entrepreneur, I know what it means to build a business and what it means to lose it all. More than that, I know what it means to use the rubble to build something beautiful again. That is why the story of the SAB Foundation’s Tholoana Enterprise Programme is one that
Communication Intelligence for Resilience
News Desk When people are uncertain, the most critical skill is to communicate in a way that creates comfort and seeing the future. This becomes even more critical when communication might not be face to face. Unfortunately, virtual communications often lead to misunderstandings as the context and emotions might be