Uncompeting for Impact: What South Africa’s Skills Crisis Demands of Us
As South Africa commemorates the 50th anniversary of the 1976 Soweto Uprising and the role that young people played in […]
Stop Calling It “Soft Skills”. There’s Nothing Soft About It.
I am constantly struck by how often people in organisations ranging from NGO’s to mines still refer to leadership work as the “soft skills.” It’s a term that has become increasingly frustrating to me because it continues to reinforce the perception that human skills (and hence needs) are secondary; a nice to have, rather than essential for organisational success.
Giving Young South Africans the Chance They Deserve
All stakeholders know that from the time matriculants receive their trial results in November until February of the new year, many will be seeking places in further and higher education. Yet we still talk about ‘unexpected’ strain on the system and chronic capacity constraints. We are stuck in a rut, repeating the same conversations and trotting out the same excuses, while young South Africans pay the price in lost opportunities.
Slowing Down in a World of Speed
always find it fascinating how, come January, many people suddenly decide to “wake up,” speed ahead and get busy. It’s as if an automatic switch set for midnight on 31 January, flips us into new- year-productive mode.
What can organisations learn from the G20?
In a recent LinkedIn post on South Africa’s hosting of the G20, Nick Erberhl reflected on the many international delegates
Championing Women Leaders: Our country needs to hear your voice!
I attended the Women and Leadership Conference for Engineering and Technical Leaders, hosted by Pinpoint Stewards. Watching these powerful women
Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Why is it so Crucial for Leaders?
Emotional Intelligence has become the latest buzzword in the field of people development, and it is long overdue that it has come into the spotlight. In our work with organisations, we so often hear statements from team members like those listed above, and they are just a few examples of how demotivating it can be to have leaders who lack EQ skills.
Our growing Gambling Crisis: How Organisations can support employees
If you are a leader in any field working with people, this undoubtedly affects you. It’s tempting to view gambling as an individual issue, but the problem is systemic. Over half of working South Africans admit to gambling in the hope of covering expenses and debt (2025 OMSIM Report).