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In this episode, I sit down with Skye Burgess, co-author of Essence and the Enneagram, for a rich and insightful conversation. Skye opens with a clear and engaging overview of all nine Enneagram types, breaking down the core motivations and characteristics of each (first 24 minutes). We then shift focus to the Type 7-often known as The Enthusiast, The Adventurer, or The Visionary. Skye unpacks the...

In this episode, the podcast host sits down with Joni Peddie, a renowned behavioral strategist, keynote speaker, and executive coach. Together, they explore the world of the Enneagram, with a special focus on Enneagram Ones; diving into their strengths, challenges, and opportunities for growth. Joni shares her expert insights on why the Enneagram is such a powerful tool for self-awareness and pers...

The Enneagram series aims to shine a light on just how differently each of us think, reason, behave and experience the world around us. By listening to the stories of others, we can start to learn what life is like from another's perspective. Getting to know the nine core Enneagram types leads to a deep understanding of self and others. The purpose really is to use the tool to build towards better...

The most powerful, strong and loyal type on the Enneagram in my experience. In this episode I talk to Arlene Mulder about what life is like as a "type eight."  Arlene and I always joke that we should be working for the Enneagram Institute as we find this tool to be so helpful in building strong relationships. Have a listen &  find out why! The 'Type Eight' is also called 'The Challenger', 'The...

This podcast is the start of our personality story series. We will experience the world through the lens and stories of others and explore diverse perspectives. In this first episode, Inge Walters sets the scene and introduces us to the 9 Enneagram types while also sharing a slice from her own life.  Inge is the co-founder of Igniteher.co.za and also a leadership practitioner and business coach ac...

Nigeria, Netherlands, South Africa, Denmark. The geographical journey where golden girl,  Ifeoma Okpala's career has taken her. Born in Lagos and currently heading up a division of Sealand (a Maersk company) in Copenhagen, Ify has a stunningly successful career and in this episode she shares bits of her story around how she got to where she is today. Just reading her CV is inspiring. She is so acc...

The inspiring story of international best-selling author,nutritional expert and founder of Mary-Ann’s Emporium. Plagued for many years by Ill health, Mary-Ann embarked on a personal quest for a common-sense approach to health and well-being. Her intensive studies into nutrition and natural lifestyle over 30 years led her to help and inspire many people to get and stay healthy. Her passion and care...

A rich & jam-packed conversation with marketing maven and the founder of Stonecamp Leather, Letitia Fly. This episode is a Pandora's box that touches on the many layers and dimensions of what it means to be a woman. We talk about the discovery and journey of emotional intelligence, self acceptance,being independent, playing to one’s strength and juggling the balls of life.   Letitia is razor sharp...

Today is World Vitiligo Day and in our podcast we chat to Nadia Boucher Coombe, #vitiligowarrior for the last 5 years. Once corporate work addict - turned safari enthusiast, and a mom of two who’s pregnancy and breastfeeding triggered her Vitiligo. While completely harmless on a physiological level, vitiligo can be crippling when it comes to self-esteem. Nadia talks about breaking free from our pe...

In this episode, local businesswoman and renowned photographer, Christine Meintjes shares bits of her story about the emotional journey of being a female entrepreneur. We explore the definition of success and what it means to live a sustainable life. Christine started one of the first lifestyle blogs in South Africa, ‘The Pretty Blog’ back in 2010 and it continues to be a favourite source of inspi...

I first met Hazel Pillay in Johannesburg, 2013 when I started a new job at a big retailer. Down the line she was also my boss and more recently a wise council and friend. Hazel is a force of nature- She is currently the GM at a large local retailer and obtained her executive MBA from UCT with cum-laude in April. In this episode we talk about her journey, women in leadership and diversity in the wo...

Real talk around topics we as women struggle with- comparison, body image and perfection. In this episode Olga-Maré Möller bravely and beautifully shares about her journey as a couture designer, overcoming an eating disorder and keeping faith during their IVF journey. The message of this podcast is clear- hold onto hope!

In this episode Marzanne Oppel (wife, mom, global HR director and a dear friend) shares her story of finding balance after burnout.