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Navigating End-of-Year Madness |
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| Can you believe it's almost the end of the year? It's like we blinked, and suddenly we're knee-deep in holiday decorations and a to-do list that's longer than I imagine Santa's would at this time of year. |
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Published on 24th of Nov 2023 by Shona Beukes |
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The Power of Soft Skills and The Crucial Role of Skills Development |
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| In the ever-evolving landscape of the business world, it is important to acknowledge that success is not solely determined by your technical ability. While hard skills are undoubtedly essential, we need to shine a spotlight on the significance of soft skills and the continuous journey of skills development. |
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Published on 16th of Nov 2023 by Shona Beukes |
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Emotional Intelligence: It Makes All The Difference |
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| Emotional Intelligence is the ability to recognize, understand and manage one's own emotions as well as those of others. It involves a set of skills that go beyond technical expertise, encompassing self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills. |
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Published on 10th of Nov 2023 by Shona Beukes |
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Unpredictable Management Styles |
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| South Africans are still basking in the afterglow of an amazing RWC win. If you, like us, have a great interest in the successes of great leaders and managers, you too will be trying to make sense of exactly what it is that the Springbok leadership team have done, to bring us to this kind of success. |
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Published on 3rd of Nov 2023 by Debbie Engelbrecht |
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Help! I Am Stressed... |
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| The countdown to the end of 2023 has begun, and it is only natural for many of us to feel overwhelmed and stressed. |
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Published on 27th of Oct 2023 by Staff Writer |
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The Cool Thing About Complaints |
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| The number one goal is always to keep customers and/or clients happy, but when complaints do come it is important to remember that there is a silver lining... |
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Published on 13th of Oct 2023 by Staff Writer |
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Change Unmanaged: South Africans and that Jersey |
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| Being September 2023, the Rugby World Cup is big news. Sporting fans from around the world are excited and making plans to watch their favourite teams play. That team for me? Definitely the Springboks! But there has been a recent change to our beloved team in green and gold... A change that was not well managed, to say the least. |
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Published on 18th of Sep 2023 by Debbie Engelbrecht |
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A Mindful Moment: Stop and Smell the Roses |
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| Spring is here, but that doesn't mean that everyone is taking a moment to stop and smell the roses. Some might be worrying about the future, others might still be stressed about past mistakes and some of us might just be burying our heads in everything we still have to check off our to-do list... |
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Published on 15th of Sep 2023 by Shona Beukes |
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Lekka Leadership: Rassie Erasmus |
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| Everything I read and observe about this man makes me admire his leadership skills more. Authentic and purpose driven, brave, not afraid of risk taking, analytical, visionary and humble. I don’t know him, I wish I did and that leaders with similar styles would be available as mentors to everybody out there. |
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Published on 8th of Sep 2023 by Debbie Engelbrecht |
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6 Habits for Better Productivity and Stress Management |
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| When it comes to productivity, knowing how to spend our time effectively and wisely should be one of our top priorities! So what strategies and habits can we implement that supports our productivity and helps us manage our stress at the same time? |
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Published on 6th of Sep 2023 by Shona Beukes |
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Looking Back and Moving Forward |
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| Don't be afraid to look back, sometimes it is necessary to learn from the past, or take a moment to see how far we've come. It can serve as a good reminder of what you are capable of... |
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Published on 31st of Aug 2023 by Shona Beukes |
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Your September Training Plan |
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| We've seen first hand the positive impact regular training has on individuals, teams and organisations as a whole. It all comes down to... |
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Published on 25th of Aug 2023 by Shona Beukes |
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A Story About Strength |
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| Every year in August we celebrate women's day. In South Africa Women's Day marks the anniversary of the great women's march of 1956, where women marched to the Union Buildings to protest against the carrying of pass books. |
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Published on 18th of Aug 2023 by Debbie Engelbrecht |
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Poor Communication Leads to Low Productivity |
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| Effective communication is key to our success in the workplace. We have written many blogs on this topic and the benefits of having good communication skills in place, but now let’s look at the opposite side of the coin... |
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Published on 28th of Jul 2023 by Shona Beukes |
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Are You a Good Manager? |
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| If you are in a leadership or management position, today's burning question calls for a bit of introspection... Would you work for you?
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Published on 21st of Jul 2023 by Staff Writer |
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Value Beyond Compliance |
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| This concept of value is one that we often speak about in the training and education industry. |
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Published on 14th of Jul 2023 by Debbie Engelbrecht |
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Resilience Requires Bravery |
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| In the dictionary, resilience can be defined as the capacity to withstand or to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness. The second definition describes it as the ability of a substance or object to spring back into shape; elasticity. Now, I want you to picture a sponge... |
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Published on 23rd of Jun 2023 by Shona Beukes |
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Lessons Are Where You Find Them |
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| As is Feedback. When I was asked to write this blog on the art of giving feedback, I had no idea how to make it easier and lighter and more fun than the ordinary business-related posts. Then I took a second... And in that second, I accidentally made eye contact with my trusted 4-legged office partner and trusty hound. |
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Published on 19th of May 2023 by Debbie Engelbrecht |
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A Mindful Matter: Stop Doubting Yourself |
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| Are you allowing your self-doubt and limiting beliefs to hold you back? I get it, truth is it's something most, if not all of us, have had to face at some point in our lives. |
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Published on 12th of May 2023 by Shona Beukes |
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May The Force Be With You |
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| Yes, we used a Star Wars reference to get your attention. But it was also a clever play on words because it's the month of May and we have something to say... |
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Published on 5th of May 2023 by Shona Potgieter |
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Why Effective Communication Matters in the Workplace |
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| In the workplace, communication can quite literally make or break a team. They say the biggest problem when it comes to communication is the illusion that it has taken place. We might think we are communicating effectively, but in reality, it could be a completely different story.
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Published on 21st of Apr 2023 by Staff Writer |
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Leading in 2023: Certainly Uncertain |
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| This is the dilemma facing leaders in 2023. We have on many occasions explored the value alignment between company and employee, we understand that engagement relies heavily on finding the "why" for our teams. Ultimately, we have done a good job with the unpacking of company values and clearly articulating the behaviours necessary to reflect those values. |
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Published on 14th of Apr 2023 by Debbie Engelbrecht |
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Open April! |
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| There are a few common theories behind April's naming. One is that the name is rooted in the Latin Aprilis, which is derived from the Latin aperire meaning "to open" - which could be a reference to the opening or blossoming of flowers and trees, a common occurrence throughout the month of April in the Northern Hemisphere. |
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Published on 6th of Apr 2023 by Lize Testa |
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Have You Identified Your Communication Style? |
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| "To effectively communicate, we must realize that we are all different in the way we perceive the world and use this understanding as a guide to our communication with others." ~ Tony Robbins |
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Published on 24th of Mar 2023 by Staff Writer |
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Fogging, What and Why? |
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| No this is not an excuse for an expletive! Fogging is a tool we use to teach assertiveness and conflict management. Essentially fogging is a great weapon in your arsenal of emotional intelligence. To explain it we will start by explaining what defensiveness is...
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Published on 24th of Feb 2023 by Debbie Engelbrecht |
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Breaking Trust in the Workplace |
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| Have you heard about Donetto the Chianina bull? He holds the world record for the heaviest bull weighing in at 1780 kg. For the purposes of this blog we are going to be inviting him into a china shop. |
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Published on 17th of Feb 2023 by Shona Potgieter |
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Leadership: Navigating a VUCA World |
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| I have been in the fortunate position of being a facilitator in the leadership development arena for close on two decades now. I clearly recall when the analysts were starting to talk about a VUCA environment and how we need to prepare our leaders for Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity and Ambiguity. |
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Published on 3rd of Feb 2023 by Debbie Engelbrecht |
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Understanding Soft Skills |
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| Soft Skills Training is an essential part of workplace success. But you might still be wondering what exactly "Soft Skills" are and why it is important. |
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Published on 20th of Jan 2023 by Staff Writer |
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Skills Training to Start 2023 Strong! |
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| Have you thought about your organisation's training goals and requirements for the year ahead? Remember, training isn't just an investment in the successful running of your business, but an investment in the development and success of your employees. |
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Published on 13th of Jan 2023 by Staff Writer |
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Thank You for Your Support |
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| And so, another year comes to an end. Looking back on 2022, we can’t help but feel excited for what 2023 may hold! But first, we have something to say... |
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Published on 15th of Dec 2022 by Staff Writer |
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3 Ways to Boost Your Motivation |
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| It's that time of the year. The fatigue has hit, stress levels are high and motivation might be low. At this point many of us have one thing in sight: Holiday! |
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Published on 2nd of Dec 2022 by Staff Writer |
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Reaching Your Goals in 2023 |
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| Believe it or not, but we've only got 38 days left until 2023. And that's if you read this blog on the day it was written. Point is, time is ticking and with the new year around the corner, we should all be thinking about our goals for the year ahead. |
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Published on 25th of Nov 2022 by Shona Potgieter |
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4 Reasons to Train Your Staff in 2023 |
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| Grabbing every opportunity to strengthen your team's existing skillset as well as developing new skills, leads to a boost in team and organizational performance! |
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Published on 18th of Nov 2022 by Staff Writer |
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How Do You Deal With Stress? |
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| "Times of stress are also times that are signals for growth, and if we use adversity properly, we can grow through adversity." ~ Rabbi Dr. Abraham Twerski |
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Published on 21st of Oct 2022 by Shona Potgieter |
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Training in September and October |
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| Have you planned your training and development for the upcoming months? With only 3 and a half months to go before the end of 2022, we urge you to make the most of this time! |
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Published on 9th of Sep 2022 by Shona Potgieter |
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Trust the Process |
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| Whether it be at work or in your personal life, you may be faced with situations that require you to trust the process. And let's face it, this can be challenging... |
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Published on 5th of Sep 2022 by Shona Potgieter |
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