The Clueless Founder

In this episode of The Clueless Founder, Zunaid Baba shares his journey of turning his love for hiking, mountaineering, and Cape Town’s natural beauty into Cape Hiking Experience. This conversation is about more than guided hikes. It is about validation, networking, taking micro steps, listening to the signals around you, and building a niche business without losing the passion that started it all...

Youth and Roots to Rise, With Shana Wareley In this episode of The Clueless Founder, I sit down with Shana Wareley, Founder of Oaks of Purpose, to unpack her journey from education into youth development, social entrepreneurship, and community impact. Shana shares how her years in education exposed her to the gaps many young people face beyond the classroom. Some have the potential, passion, and w...

In this episode of The Clueless Founder , I sit down with Malcolm Freeman from C-Salt to unpack his journey from education into youth mentorship and social impact. Malcolm shares how C-Salt was created to support unemployed young people with the kind of skills that are not always taught in classrooms, but are critical for life, work, and leadership. We explore the importance of confidence, emotion...

Summary:  In this episode, Taimé Schrickker, founder of Opulence by Design, shares her journey from corporate design to building her own brand. She discusses branding strategies, the impact of AI in design, and how businesses can stay relevant through authentic storytelling and strategic rebranding. Keywords:  branding, design, AI in design, business growth, rebranding, storytelling, visual identi...

Healing, Boundaries, and Future Goals: Inside the Mind of Wellness Counsellor Shani Pillay. Dive into the inspiring journey of Shani Pillay, founder of For Freedom Wellness Counselling, as she shares her insights on mental health, the importance of boundaries, and her vision for the future of her practice. Whether you're in wellness, considering starting a healing journey, or simply curious about...

In Episode 4 of The Clueless Founder , Craig shifts the channel from a solo journey to a shared platform for builders. He unpacks what’s coming next for the podcast and how the spotlight starts widening to include the community. Craig introduces two key storytelling formats. The Community Spotlight , created for founders in the early stages who are still figuring things out, and the Founders Showc...

In this conversation, Craig discusses the importance of attracting support in business by demonstrating value and clarity. He emphasises the need for entrepreneurs to showcase their ideas and products effectively, even without initial funding, to engage the market and prove their worth. #business, #value, #funding, #market, #attraction, #clarity, #problem-solving, #entrepreneurship Takeaways Human...

In this episode of The Clueless Founder, Craig introduces Catalyst Hub, an AI-powered platform designed to support small businesses by providing them with tools typically reserved for larger companies. He emphasises the importance of starting small with clarity, sharing a hypothetical story about a coffee cart owner named Joe to illustrate how Catalyst Hub can streamline operations and enhance cus...

In the first episode of The Clueless Founder, Craig introduces his journey of building a business in Africa. He shares his vision for Catalyst Hub, a digital ecosystem designed to support African entrepreneurs. Craig discusses the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, emphasising the importance of taking action and learning from mistakes. He invites fellow entrepreneurs to join him in sharin...