Cracking the zero-start problem: Transforming retail sales forecasting At the start of every month, retailers review the previous month’s sales numbers. Some months see a commendable uptick in sales, while others witness a decline. No matter the outcome, one constant plagues the world of retail: starting each month with zero sales and the need to…
DetailsThe power of positive encouragement: Overcoming limiting beliefs and embracing optimism In a world inundated with negativity and divisive rhetoric, it’s crucial to recognise the transformative influence of positive encouragement. Challenging the notion of inherent inequality A few years back I read Malcolm Gladwell’s Outliers, and I was fascinated by a study that showed that…
DetailsChampions through the lens of a CFO ”Champions do not become champions when they win the event, but in the hours, weeks, months, and years they spend preparing for it. The victorious performance itself is merely the demonstration of their championship character” – Alan Armstrong. The role of the CFO requires one to be well-versed…
DetailsThe fringe benefits of spilt milk It’s easy to fall into the trap of perfection. However, having perfection as a baseline expectation makes it nearly impossible for us and the people around us to take risks that are essential for growth and innovation. How do we embrace both excellence and experimentation? It was just before…
DetailsStories worth telling During the last few weeks, I was captivated by uniquely South African stories – the kind of special moments that can only be written in a country such as ours. The first is the victory of the Springboks at the Rugby World Cup, which doesn’t need much elaboration. Captain Siya Kolisi said…
DetailsAssertiveness and Ethics The Springboks became the first nation to win four Rugby World Cups and SAICA, in a survey conducted by Edelman with over 1 300 participants in eight global markets, was rated the most trusted chartered accountant profession in the world. So you might ask me, what is the link between these two…
DetailsBalancing AI advancements with human essence: Navigating tomorrow’s workspace The world as we know it is advancing technologically at a scary rate. It seems as if since the birth of ChatGPT, everyone has started to advocate the power of AI, and ‘Gen AI’ is a much more common conversation. And of course, the benefits are…
DetailsBeyond the try line Winning strategies from the Rugby World Cup for business success. In the 80th minute of the Rugby World Cup final, the referee’s whistle resonates. A collective exhale sweeps through the nation, erupting into euphoric screams as South Africa secures the title by a single point. Drawing parallels to the Springboks’ triumph,…
DetailsInnovation as a by-product of corporate culture and well-being I write this article based on my assessment of the professional environment, having been exposed to a wide variety of companies, offices, cultures, and innovation teams. At the heart of this article is my belief in young leadership and the impact they can have when empowered…
DetailsFunding the future In the face of environmental crises, we need everyone, everywhere, to take action. And although we are making progress in many areas, one area – with potential for massive impact – is often overlooked: our money. We have the chance to fund the future we want to see. Climate change and biodiversity…
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