Employment Wednesdays

In 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 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...

In 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 liter...

In 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...

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...

In 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...

In 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...

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...

In 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...

And 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 #vira...

In this week's episode, We are sitted with a new host ?? And it's a season Finaleee 😭😭🥰🥰 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...

In 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...

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 fina...

In 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...

In 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 ut...

In 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...

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. Yo...

In 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 discipli...

In 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 poss...

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 life Key lessons - Change is an evitable part of our live...

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 car...

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,...

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...

In 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...

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 inten...