PEOPLE, BRAND & SYSTEMS

Jon Dario shares the “gravity-like law” of team performance- actions + external influences = results- plus how to close execution gaps without micromanaging. If you could turn culture into an equation, could you finally manage results with consistency? In Part 2 , Jon Dario introduces his gravity-like law of team performance and the simple equation that underpins execution: actions + external infl...

Jon Dario explains why radically reliable results come from culture + execution: leadership balance, disengagement signals, weekly progress meetings, and recognition that actually sticks. What if your team’s results aren’t random - just the outcome of a culture you can intentionally build? In Episode 1 of this conversation , Lindy Taylor speaks with Jon Dario (Founder/Director, Retail Management F...

What does it really take to lead across 77 nationalities, 7 countries, and 160 years of organisational history — and still keep your humanity intact? In this episode of the 5th Discipline Podcast, Lindy Taylor sits down with Bernard Asnong: international speaker, moderator, Global HR Business Partner at TÜV SÜD, and author of Be Awesome, Be Global. Bernard's journey from barefoot beginnings in...

In this episode, Lindy Taylor sits down with Candice Seggie, Chief People Officer at Solar Africa, to unpack how truly effective culture elevates organisations—well beyond slogans to something authentically lived. Explore the real-world impact of employee engagement, thoughtful leadership, and innovative people strategies on business success and retention. What you’ll learn in this episode: [00:00...

In this episode, Lindy Taylor CEO & Founder of 5th Discipline , sits down with Candice Seggie , Chief People Officer at Solar Africa, to explore how truly effective company culture elevates organisations. Learn why culture is more than just a slogan—it's at the heart of your people, your purpose, and the stories that drive success. What you’ll learn in this episode: [00:00] – Candice’s jou...

In this follow-up episode, Specioser Mutheu dives into the creative and tactical side of startup marketing — how to build strong visuals, stretch a tight budget, and turn your people into your marketing superpower. From capturing event photos and building a stock-image library to leveraging interns and brand partnerships, Specioser breaks down how Octavia Carbon grew its reach organically — and wh...

Full Episode Description: In this episode of The 5th Discipline Podcast , host Lindy Taylor chats with Specioser Mutheu , Communications Manager at Octavia Carbon , Africa’s first direct air capture (DAC) company. Together, they unpack how startups can build credibility before they have budgets — and why authentic storytelling, team advocacy, and consistency matter more than campaigns. You’ll hear...

In Part 2 of our conversation with Kim Raath , co-founder of Ledgerment and PrimeShore , we dive deeper into the strategies that help founders and teams thrive. Kim shares why storytelling beats facts for connection, how to simplify complex problems for scalability, and why cash-flow mastery and feedback loops are essential for sustainable growth. She also gives candid insights on preparing for in...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Kim Raath , entrepreneur and co-founder of Ledgerment and PrimeShore . Kim shares her journey from bootstrapping to leading AI-driven teams, the power of storytelling in business, and how to build trust and culture inside a startup. Whether you’re launching your first venture or scaling your company, you’ll get actionable tips on leadership, team building...

In this episode of The 5th Discipline Podcast, host Lindy Taylor chats with Samista Jugwanth , Technical Director at Zutari . Together they explore how engineers can lead with foresight, innovation, and empathy — and why self-awareness and diversity of thought are essential to building the future of infrastructure. 🎙️ You’ll hear about: – Moving from technical expertise to people leadership – Usin...

In part 2 of this conversation, with  Lindy Taylor  and  Wiehahn De Jager  - they continue the discussion around the critical role of soft skills in hiring, the importance of company culture, and the impact of AI on recruitment processes. Wiehahn shares insights from his experience at CrossBoundary, emphasising the need for clarity in communication and the significance of understanding candidates&...

In this conversation, Lindy Taylor and Wiehahn De Jager discuss the critical role of soft skills in hiring, the importance of company culture, and the impact of AI on recruitment processes. Wiehahn shares insights from his experience at CrossBoundary, emphasising the need for clarity in communication and the significance of understanding candidates' motivations. They explore trends in the clim...

Welcome to the 5th Discipline Podcast – the space where we explore everything about people, brand, and systems to help climate change players in Africa scale with impact . 🌍⚡ In this episode, we sit down with Anja Visagie , Chief Growth & Marketing Officer at SPS – a leading renewables assessment management company operating across the SADC region and part of the Gridworks portfolio . Anja s...