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Employment WednesdaysRunning Sucessful Businesses, Putting In your 10 000 hrs, Seasons and Obedience with Mpoomy LedwabaIn this week's episode, we are in conversation with Nompumelelo Amanda Ledwaba, founder of Wisdom and Wellness, a digital entrepreneur, creative and best-selling author of "How Did We Get Here". She takes us through her entrepreneurial journey.Key Lessons -In business, you need the humility to take up any role and the confidence to step up in a boardroom when required.Whenever you want to excel in anything, you have to keep practicing. Put in your 10 000 hrs.Delegate, and focus on your strengths instead of your weaknesses.Be...2024-11-191h 02
Employment WednesdaysI had to repeat grade 12 for THE DREAM, a career in Law, Law Clerk at the Constitutional CourtIn this week's episode, we are in conversation with Zolile Shude, an LLB graduate from the University of KwaZulu Natal. Currently serving as a clerk to one of the constitutional court judges.Key Lessons -God always has a master plan.Doing something twice doesn't render you a failure, but a person who believes in themselves enough to give themselves another shot.Being the best at anything does not exempt you from trials, tests, and repetition.Apply for bursaries as early as grade 11.There is no noble...2024-11-121h 00
Employment WednesdaysI failed, and Rose Again, Billionaire at 21 - Bill Gates?Videography, Digital Entrepreneurship, TechIn this week's episode we are in conversation with Bongani Baloyi, a videographer and digital entrepreneur. In this episode he takes us through how he moved from being a university dropout to being one of the best digital creatives. Key lessons - University dismentles the idea that we are the best, because you meet more brilliant people, which can either demoralize or encourage you.Computer literacy is still at a decline for previously disadvantaged groups.Its okay to fail, Its a learning curve.Curiosity will lead you to your...2024-10-231h 04
Employment WednesdaysI didn't know we were Poor, Did my Job lead me to Depression?Lawyer,Showing Up against All OddsIn this week's episode we are in conversation with Eulenda Lebese Cussons, a cum laude LLB graduate from UNISA, Attorney, Conveyancer and Notary. In this episode we take a look into her career journey. Key lessons -Stand up for yourself were it matters.Find a gap, close it by doing what everyone else does not want to do. Your environment can either slow down your productivity or enhance it. You are the magic, you...2024-10-161h 08
Employment WednesdaysI didn't want to go to University, Social Media Manager, There is No shame in going back Home, Rejection, Faith In this week's episode we are in conversation with Siphokazi Mbandlwa a BA graduate Majoring in Arts and Organizational Psychology from Wits. Currently works as Social Media Manager.Key Lessons -Careers are evolving.Read your university/college prospectus.Do more in university, participate in extracurricular activities. Use your energy when you still have it.Ask for help, reach out to people who have access to an opportunity you like to take on.Do your...2024-10-0941 min
Employment WednesdaysI Didn't know what i wanted to BE, Cutting off Friendships for My Career, Law, Failure, HeartbreaksIn this week's episode we are in conversation with Palesa Marobe, an admitted attorney, specialising in general litigation.Key Lessons -Its okay not know, but acknowledge when you dont know and ask for help when necessary.Get involved in university, it helps in future. Nothing can prepare you for articles.Principals and candidate attorneys need to give each other Grace because everyone is just trying to survive.The power of flowing and being adaptable.2024-10-0850 min
Employment WednesdaysHow to become a professional makeup artist, Entrepreneurship, The Beauty Industry gave me ConfidenceIn this week's episode, we are in conversation with Jenna Nkosi, Popularly known as Swazi the Makeup Artist. She is a project management graduate, self-taught makeup artist, and founder Swazi Makeup School.Key Lessons -Societal standards of beauty can be detrimental to one's self-esteem.Sometimes, it's not the concept that's challenging to grasp. it's the method of teaching that is challenging to understand. Before you give up, change the method of learning or teaching.Covid changed how we view careers.2024-10-0447 min
Employment WednesdaysI got F7(dismally failed), Now on my third degree, Law, Internships, Masters, Studying at UNISA, Working for Home affairs.Nombuso Nomcebo Phiri, a BA International Relations graduate (UJ) LLB (UNISA) LLM Corporate candidate with business banking and finance experience and is currently serving her articles.Key Lessons -There is still a gap between previously disadvantaged groups and the middle class.Parents from 1st time graduate homes still need to be educated on how to best support their children who are pursuing tertiary studies.Failure is not the end, its an opportunity for rebirth.We dont always get...2024-09-1844 min
Employment WednesdaysNokuhle Kumalo CA (SA), Accounting In South Africa, Experience in USA & Australia, Big 4 Firm, I QuitIn this week's episode we are In conversation with Nokuhle Kumalo CA(SA), graduate from the University of Capetown, Allan Gray Fellowship Alumnus. She takes through her career journey and what has constantly informed her choices.Key Lessons -1. Passion does not pay bills.2. South Africa is a beautiful country.3. When picking a career focus on employability, longevity & Salary in the future.4. Mistakes can be good Mistakes.5. Let's Go!!!! Just Do it!! You will figure it out on the way.6. Don't...2024-09-1149 min
Employment WednesdaysMy Career took a Turn, WHY LOSING YOUR JOB Can be the Best Thing To Happen For You, Law, PivotingAnd WE ARE BACK WITH SEASON 2 of Employment Wednesdays Podcast!This week's episode focuses on most trending term in career development...."Pivoting".Key lessons-The meaning of Pivot.Losing your Job can workout for your greatest purpose and good.Resisting change is expensive, but EMBRACING is so rewarding.Not being retained as an associate is not the end of the world.#Podcast #Pivoting #viral #change #employmentwednesdays #turningpoint 2024-09-0428 min
Employment WednesdaysSeason Finale: New Host? Law, Challenges , Experience at Africa's number 1 university, Securing ArticlesIn this week's episode, We are sitted with a new host ?? And it's a season Finaleee ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ðŸ¥°ðŸ¥° It's been such a fulfilling journey. To all my guests, thank you for making season 1 possible.Lessons -You have to do what others are not willing to do to get the best out of everything.Articles are hard to find, but you will get them eventually, keep going.Dare to dream, chase the dream, catch it, and immerse yourself in the dream.Cry and rest...2024-07-3152 min
Employment WednesdaysA career in human resources, CV writting, Interview Preparation, Career coaching and Mentorship, Get Corporate ReadyIn this week's episode, we are in conversation with Bohlale Paile who holds a degree in human resource and psychology, with over 10 years experience in the corporate space specialising in young talent acquisition. She is founder of Get Corporate Ready, a platform that focuses on work readiness, career coaching, development and mentorship.Key lessons - A general Bcom degree is a good degree if you not sure where you would like to be as it allows you to have various options.Psychometric test are a good aid...2024-07-2442 min
Employment WednesdaysLegal Careers in South Africa: Employee Relations,The trauma of being arrested and scammed, law, LLB In this week's episode we are In conversation with Tendani Mutshembele, an LLB (university of Limpopo) and PGD in labour laws (UJ). She is currently an Employee Relations Advisor in the Motor and fuel industry. Key lessons -Know your rights and enforce them.Our experiences change how we show up, always embrace the experience and heal fully from it before moving on. Support is not limited to financial support, emotional support is equally important. Find your...2024-07-1758 min
Employment WednesdaysToxic Work Culture,Company Culture, What We Want, Management, Free coffee, More Money, BTS, ProgressIn this week's episode I am in conversation with Portia and we are discussing what makes a good working environment.Our thoughts -1. A work environment with an open door policy. Wherein if one is unsure they can always ask, learn and progress.2. An environment where everyone has emotional intelligence. The conflicts are never personal but strictly work.3. Constructive criticism, that makes you feel led, directed, guided and never little, disrespected and not enough.4. Leadership that gives grace, allows you to make mistakes and is...2024-07-0322 min
Employment WednesdaysLaw Careers In South Africa: Pivoting From Engineering to in house legal at a big 4 Accounting firmIn this week's episode we are in conversation with Katleho Mohlokoane, an LLB graduate from the university of Johannesburg, current LLM in commercial law candidate. Katleho currently works as Governance and Compliance at one of the big 4 accounting firms.Key Lessons -There is a reward for hard work.You can draw lessons from every experience.You can pivot at any point of your career. Dare to utilize your potential to the fullest.Start applying for your articles as...2024-06-2653 min
Employment WednesdaysThe Influencer Market, Being a Campaign Coordinator, Dreams Almost Shuttered with Promise MakunyaneIn this week's episode, we are in conversation with Promise Makunyane, a graduate of the University of South Africa. Amongst other certifications, she holds a national diploma in public relations management. She is currently employed as an influencer campaign coordinator. Promise is also a thriving entrepreneur, running an errands and concierge business, and she is the founder of the Own Narrative Podcast.Key Lessons -It's okay not aspiring to be a boss.Maximise on Internships they birth concrete career options. Sometimes, don't...2024-06-1947 min
Employment WednesdaysBeing a female black lecturer at 24 at Africa's number 1 University, Salary, Requirements, PhD Studies In this week's episode we are in conversation with Katleho Letsiri, an LLB, LLM in labour law (cum laude) graduate who is currently a PhD candidate. She is currently a Lecturer at the University of Johannesburg in the faculty of Practical Business Law. In this episode she takes us through the requirements and journey of becoming a Lecturer.Key Lessons -Apply for busaries as early as possible.Your dream doesn't have to be driven by a deep reason, it could be as simple as " i like it".No man is...2024-06-121h 05
Employment WednesdaysChartered Accountant in South Africa: Senior Trainee Accountant, Auditing, requirements, CTA & SalariesIn this week's episode of Employment Wednesdays we are in conversation with Oyena Dyasi an Accounting graduate from the University of Johannesburg who is currently a CA(SA) Senior Trainee Accountant specialising within the Financial Services Industry. She is the Founder and Director of the Young Professionals Hub, a dynamic network dedicated to equipping young professionals across various disciplines with the tools and knowledge needed to build thriving careers. She takes through her career journey and how she handled failing her CTA and pushing herself to still thrive in her career.Key lessons -2024-06-051h 01
Employment WednesdaysLaw Without Boarders EP 7: Depression made me open my own Law and it took me to a darker placeIn this week's episode of Employment Wednesdays we are in conversation with Rotondwa Mukwevho, an admitted attorney of the high court, former director of a law and food enthusiast.She takes us through her career journey, university choices, starting a law firm because of stresses of life and having to close it as she found light.Key lessons -An end is actually a beginning of a new hope and possibilities.Women are still objectified and discriminated because of how they look.Human rights in south africa are not...2024-05-2951 min
Employment WednesdaysSibu Mpanza on Dropping out from University, CHANGE, healing and a career in the creative space/industry In this week's episode we are in conversation with Sibu Mpanza. A creative genius who found himself having to drop out of university to persue his creativity. In this episode he takes us through various career paths he has taken and continues to take. He further takes us through how he navigates big and small changes which take place in his lifeKey lessons -Change is an evitable part of our live and we get to decide whether we benefit from it or not.Free education is not yet a complete reality...2024-05-221h 08
Employment WednesdaysLaw Without Boarders EP 6, What you can do with your law degree: Compliance in the Betting industry In this week's episode we are In conversation with Ndanganeni Matsheketsheke a non practicing attorney, LLM in labour law. She is currently a Compliance officer in the Betting industry. Ndanga takes us through her career journey and how failure landed her into the legal profession.Key takeaways - Support and tools to transition from high school and university are important for one's wholistic career development. We need to divert from traditional ways of applying for jobs and be creative, go into the dms if necessary. Failure is part of the journey which may lead to...2024-05-1538 min
Employment WednesdaysEvents Planning Business as a CAREER, Dos & Don't In this week's episode we are In conversation with Mabutla Innocentia , who is a seasoned events planner. She takes us through the transition from being an accountant to being an events planner and owner of one of the most beautiful venues in the country and how she has navigated expanding her horizons as an events planner. Key Lessons from the episodes are as follows -Failure is a walk of life, there is nothing abnormal about it, embrace and learn from it.You can be doing something...2024-05-081h 11
Employment WednesdaysLaw Without Boarders EP5 : What can I do with my law degree | Should you become a lawyer? : Wealth Management Analyst In this week's episode we are In conversation with Portia Acheapong, @ama_acheampong24 an LLB graduate from the University of Johannesburg. She holds a certificate in wealth management and has experience in Sucession financial planning, she currently works for one of the big banks as a Wealth Management Analyst.She takes us through her career as a law graduate, and the various options the degree has opened her up to. Key factors to note from the conversation -The law degree is arguably one of the most versatile degrees. 2024-05-0143 min
Employment WednesdaysLaw Without Boarders EP5 : What can I do with my law degree | Should you become a lawyer? : Wealth Management Analyst In this week's episode we are In conversation with Portia Acheapong, an LLB graduate from the University of Johannesburg. She holds a certificate in wealth management and has experience in Sucession financial planning, she currently works for one of the big banks as a Wealth Management Analyst.She takes us through her career as a law graduate, and the various options the degree has opened her up to. Key factors to note from the conversation -The law degree is arguably one of the most versatile degrees. You need...2024-05-011h 05
Employment WednesdaysTeaching as a career/ profession, Requirements , PGCE, BEd, SACE, & SalaryIn this week's episode we are In conversation with Magret Botman who is a teaching professional. She takes us through the requirements and processes of becoming a teacher in South Africa.Here are some key lessons from the episode -Tap into all your interests and find one which sparks your determination and dreams, refine it and master it.The learning of a student process should not be abandoned for teachers only, parents must be actively involved aswell as it promotes better growth and development.2024-04-2440 min
Employment WednesdaysLaw Without Boarders EP4 : Be A Legal & Commercial Project Controller with your Law degree. Call Center In this week's episode we are In conversation with Siyabonga Manyoni. An Admitted Attorney of the high court of South Africa. Holder of an LLM In labour laws and various other certifications. Siyabonga is currently a Legal & Commercial project controller and he takes us through career path.Key factors to consider when looking to elevate your career -Don't aimlessly apply for degrees be intentional and strategic.1. Start with what you have. 2. Be open minded enough to explore other sectors you didn't study...2024-04-1722 min
Employment WednesdaysBA HUMANITIES, INTERNSHIPS, CHANGE OF CAREERS, HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER FOR A GOVERNMENT INSTITUTIONWelcome to another episode of Employment Wednesdays.This week, we are in conversation with Prayer Skosana, a BA Humanities graduate who is currently employed as a human resource officer for a government department.Prayer takes us through his career journey and how he navigated being an unemployable graduate.Key Lessons -Explore all your gifts and talents.Do full research about what you intend to study.Don't undermine learnerships. They could be your door to the career of your...2024-04-1022 min
Employment WednesdaysLaw Without Boarders EP3 : How versatile is the law degree?CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION AND PROCUREMENTIn this week's, we are in conversation with Nobuhle Mbatha, an LLB graduate, former contract administration, and procurement officer, She is currently serving her articles at the University of Johannesburg.In this week's episode, we dive into an alternative to being an attorney, advocate, or compliance officer.key lessons -1. In some cases, no matter how much we run from certain career paths, God will always pull us back.2. Mutual respect in the workplace is imperative.3. Intention and delibaracy...2024-04-0341 min
Employment WednesdaysPolitical Science Degree: A career in Sales ,Endless Earning Possibilities, IMPOSTER SYNDROMEIn this week's episode, we are in conversation with Brian Mokoena, a Political Science Grauate & Honors Degree in Public Administration Holder. Brian chose to pursue a career in sales: You know the saying, "A salesman has endless possibilities of making income,"and he helps us understand the saying.We delve into the following important career aspects - 1. lmportance of knowledge and research.2. The importance of mentorship and being well rounded.3. Earning Possibilities of a Salesman.4. Sell your skill, not a degree.5. Have fun...2024-03-2737 min
Employment WednesdaysLaw Without Boarders EP2: Legal Consulting, YALI, Job Hunting Etiquette ft Tebello Motshwane In this week's episode of Law Without Borders I am in conversation with Tellebo Motshwane. She is an admitted attorney of the High Court, Managing Director of Collective Intelligence Legal Consultants and is the Founder of Sister In Law.Key factors -1. Importance of job hunting etiquette.2. You can start your own thing.3. Start with what you have.4. Have stubborn faith/consistency.5. Impact speaks for itself.6. You can't disappoint yourself twice!Enjoy!Happy...2024-03-2033 min
Employment WednesdaysRequirements of Qualifying as Medical Doctor, Hardwork, Internships, Salary, & UnemploymentIn this week's episode I am in conversation with Dr Ziyanda Ndebele and Dr Khanyisile Ndebele, who are not just twins, general medical practitioners but also have their own aesthetics practice. In this episode we delve into the following -1. Requirements of studying medicine.2. The importance of choosing the right university for your course.3. Medical Theory vs practice.4. Public vs Private Institutions.5. The importance of hard work.6. Possible income as a medical doctor.7. The importance and need to invest in upskilling yourself.2024-03-1333 min
Employment WednesdaysLaw Without Boarders EP1 : Law, Anti-Money Laundering Officer, Trauma, with Manoko.M In this week's episode we are in conversation with Manoko Mashangoane, an admitted Attorney of the high court who is currently employed as an Anti-Money Laundering Officer at one of South Africa's biggest financial Service provider. In this week's episode we dive into the versatility of the legal degree outside of practicing as an attorney. We tackle the difference between practice and in In house. Our guest takes us through the requirements of becoming an AML Officer. She takes us through some some of the advantages of starting of with your...2024-03-0637 min
Employment WednesdaysLaw Without Boarders Hey Fam!Please note that every second week we will have an episode of Law without Boarders specifically made for careers one can persue with a law degree.Enjoy!2024-03-0603 min
Employment WednesdaysEP2 Ndivhu T : Unemployment for 10 years, Career in YouTube, Miss Teaworld, Content Creation, House Wifing, Odd Jobs, & Creating Employment In this week's episode we are In conversation with Ndivhu T (Popularly Known for her youtube channel The Tea World).Our guest moved from over a decade of unemployment to making over R100 000.00 in one month through youtube. She struggled to secure employment for various reasons but eventually became an employer.Keynotes -Try everything until you find what works.You are the crafter of your own destiny.Have a why and let it drive you.Dont let anyone get you out of character.Have a teachable and correctable spirit.Don't let...2024-02-2839 min
Employment WednesdaysIntroduction to Employment Wednesdays: Your career guide and assistant In this episode we introduce Employment Wednesdays and dive into its mission and purpose. Enjoy!2024-02-0710 min