Living an intentional life The best investment you can make is in yourself. Not only will it be the most profitable – it will yield future returns and also have current pay-offs. The effort you put into consistently investing in yourself plays a significant role in determining the quality of your life now and in…
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Like our bodies, our skin needs plenty of nutrients to look and feel its best. Scientists continually find new sources from which to extract these nutrients for our skincare products. But other than laboratory-created ingredients, where do our skincare ingredients come from? Nutritional skincare ingredients are extracted from plants, flowers, seeds and nuts, herbs, spices…
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It’s always nice to be in on a little secret that most others don’t know about. If you’re that kind of person that needs some peace, space and serenity, with a gorgeous sea view: we’ve discovered a gem of a destination where you can always hide. Paternoster is a quaint fishing village that alludes a…
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If you’re looking for that ideal stylish location for your business trip, yet that still has that ‘home-away-from-home’ touch, the AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront is at the top of the list with its incredible views of Table Mountain, Lion’s Head and Signal Hill, along with a food experience to write home about.…
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Interlaken is known as the adventure capital of Switzerland, and after a visit to this picturesque Alpine town, you will understand why and definitely return year after year. The untouched natural surroundings, crystal-clear waters and snow-covered peaks provide a sense of wellbeing. Interlaken in the Bernese Oberland is renowned for its impressive mountain scenery and…
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As we pay tribute this month to the women who created a platform for greater gender equality in South Africa, here are some pieces of advice that have had a profound impact on the female finalists of the Top-35-under-35 competition, and their thoughts on being nominated. Andrea Klassen Have a positive attitude Having a positive…
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Makosi founder and CEO Darren Isaacs CA(SA) and his team are on a mission to change the way accounting firms work. Originating in South Africa, Makosi opened operations in the United States and the United Kingdom in 2005. With the mantra ‘get your hands dirty, figure things out, keep it simple and never give up’,…
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After the gruelling discipline of qualifying as a CA(SA), Bianca Roos faced two options: to join an established firm or help to establish a firm. And she chose the more challenging option because she wanted to make a difference and be part of the firm’s legacy. Today, she is a proud partner at PKF Octagon,…
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Jesmane Boggenpoel’s book My Blood Unites and Divides was a compelling account of her experiences as a woman of colour breaking barriers at a time when opportunities for people of colour were scarce. Now, she’s helping others learn from those experiences in a new online course, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workforce, available on Udemy.…
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Tracy Sondezi (31) from Durban in KwaZulu-Natal is not one to back down from a challenge. She lives her life to the full and faces obstacles head-on, even when she is scared. Tracy is currently head of treasury, head of the goods not for resale expense control department, and group financial accountant at Boxer Superstores.…
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