The Right Place

Need more connections and better supporters? Take The Connectability Scorecard here: https://johnconnects.scoreapp.com/ Rudolf Rautenbach and John Watson explore the nuances of personal and professional relationships, focusing on the distinctions between friends, connections, and supporters. • Friends can be connections, but not all connections become friends. • Connections can turn into supporter...

Secure Your Seat At The Scale Up Choice: Finding the Path Forward: https://scaleup-partners.circle.so/checkout/scaleup-choice-d9cb4c?event_id=19238230 Keith Fairhurst, Director at Scale Up Partners, talks to Rudolf Rautenbach about the intersection of business and academia, particularly through Keith's work with Gibs Business School. He highlights the challenges faced by privately owned businesses...

Just qualified as a CA? It's the perfect time to take The Connectability Scorecard: https://johnconnects.scoreapp.com/ Kevin Botes, founder of Meek Media, talks to John Watson about the critical importance of personal branding for newly qualified professionals, including Chartered Accountants (CAs) who just passed the SAICA APC exam. They explore how CAs can differentiate themselves in a crowded m...

If your business is not connectable, people can't help you. Learn more here: https://johnconnects.scoreapp.com/ Rudolf Rautenbach and John Watson reflect on the networking events they have attended so far in 2025, sharing insights and key takeaways that you can learn from and implement in your own life and business. The discussion covers recent events from Suits & Sneakers, the Clara Business Netw...

Want more introductions as a connectable business? Get you scorecard here: https://johnconnects.scoreapp.com/ Renier Lombard, co-founder of The Lekker Network, talks to John Watson about the journey of launching a global movement that connects South Africans across the world. Renier shares insights from launching the network, and the unique spirit of South Africans, to the importance of building i...

John Watson and Rudolf Rautenbach delve into the concept of parasocial relationships - one-sided relationships, where one person extends emotional energy, interest and time, and the other party, the persona, is completely unaware of the other's existence. They explore how these one-sided connections with public figures, influencers, and content creators impact our lives. They also discuss the natu...

Click & Borrow R5 million growth capital in 24 hrs, visit: https://connected.co.za/getcapital Gerhard "G" Le Roux, National Head of Capital Growth at Connect Group, talks to John Watson about his inspiring journey of climbing Aconcagua, the highest mountain in South America. He discusses the mental and physical preparations required for such a challenge, the importance of family support, and the d...

In the final part of The CEO Playbook series, Rudolf Rautenbach and John Watson breakdown the critical role of environments in maximizing one's effectiveness in their roles and relationships. They explore personal preferences for workspaces, the importance of building relationships in various environments, and the need for intentionality in assessing and improving these environments. One cannot le...

Get an online expert valuation of your business with Bizval, visit https://bizvalglobal.com/ Graham Steven, CEO and Co-Founder of Bizval, talks to John Watson about the intricacies of business valuations, importance of owner independence, the roles business owners should adopt, and the value of fractional executives. He highlights how strong relationships with clients and team members can signific...

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In this second part of the series, The CEO Playbook, Rudolf Rautenbach and John Watson breakdown the importance of relationships in personal and professional growth in 2025. They explore which relationships energize and drain us, why you must reflect on your existing connections, and the best strategies for building new relationships that align with your goals for 2025. The conversation emphasizes...

Ghalib Hassam, Builder and Scaler of B2B Founder Brands on LinkedIn, talks to John Watson about the common challenges faced by business leaders in leveraging LinkedIn, the importance of setting realistic expectations for ROI, and the necessity of having a clear end goal. In this episode Ghalib breaks down a realistic 3-month strategy founders can start in 2025: Month 1 - Build Brand Awareness. Mon...

In the first podcast of 2025, and the first in a new three-part series, The CEO Playbook, John Watson and Rudolf Rautenbach break down the importance of understanding and evaluating the various roles we play in our lives. They emphasize the need for ceo's, business leaders and founders to invest time in self-reflection, time management, and setting crystal clear goals for the year ahead. The conve...

Simplify content creation and amplify your reach with BlogPost: https://blogpost.co.za/ John Watson and Rudolf Rautenbach reflect on their journey through the podcasting year, highlighting the lessons learned, the importance of collaboration, and the impact of their guests. They explore the concept of finding one's 'right place' in life and how their experiences have shaped their understanding of...

Write Like a Copywriter with BlogPost: https://blogpost.co.za/ Cerita Nagy, founder of the Confident Women In Business Network, talks to Rudolf Rautenbach about her journey from a burnt-out entrepreneur to creating a supportive community for women in business. The conversation explores the mission of the network, the various activities it offers, and the importance of building relationships throug...

Simplify content creation and amplify your reach with BlogPost: https://blogpost.co.za/ Ryan Osher, Co-Founder of Civitas, talks to Rudolf Rautenbach about the origin of the private network for high-growth founders in South Africa. They discuss the importance of networking, the value of peer learning, and the supportive community that Civitas fosters. Ryan shares his personal journey and motivatio...

Create Jaw-Dropping AI-Written Blogposts for Everyone with BlogPost: https://blogpost.co.za/ Kim Vermaak, Mindset Whisperer, Author, Professional Speaker and Founder of Write, Learn and Earn talks to Rudolf Rautenbach about the transformative power of books, and the importance of storytelling. Kim shares insights on the interconnectedness of writing, speaking, and podcasting where she emphasizes t...

Help your favourite NPO grow faster with our 1-day workshop > https://learn.createinfinity.co.za/conference/ Rucien Petersen, founder and MD at Spott Media, talks to John Watson about the 5 reasons CEOs and directors should invest in their personal branding. They discuss how it enhances trust, positions you as an industry leader, attracts partnerships, amplifies company reach and drives business g...

Transformative NPO Workshop 15 November: https://learn.createinfinity.co.za/conference/ Jason O'Shaughnessy, VP Sales & Partnerships at CIRCIT @circit359 , talks to Rudolf Rautenbach about the importance of building relationships in business development and how it differs from sales. Jason explains how Circit helps auditors with confirmation requests and streamlines the process of gathering eviden...

Send you favourite NPO to our 1-day workshop on 15 November and help them reach their goals faster! - https://learn.createinfinity.co.za/conference/ Murray Clark, co-founder and CEO of Neighborgood, talks to John Watson about the company's mission of bringing good to neighborhoods and creating a connected community. Neighborgood repurposes buildings and creates living and working spaces that foste...

Transform your NPO into a highly visible, value creating organisation - https://learn.createinfinity.co.za/conference/ Chris Fenning talks to Rudolf Rautenbach about his 2nd trip to South Africa, his upcoming TedX Talk, the power of LinkedIn, and how experts should talk to non-experts. In February this year Chris Fenning visited South Africa for the first time for The First Minute South Africa Tou...

Jacques Faul, CEO of the Titans Cricket Union, talks to Rudolf Rautenbach about 20 years of success and the importance of continuous improvement. The Momentum Multiply Titans senior team, is the most successful cricket team in South Africa with 20 domestic trophies; three 4 Day, ten 50 over trophies and seven T20 triumphs. The 20 trophies won in the period 2004/2005 – 2023/2024 are the most won by...

Book your Business Game Changes introduction meeting here: https://www.businessgamechangers.co.za/detailed-questionnaire Ben Schoeman, founder and CEO of Business Game Changers, Executive Coach and Scale-Up Specialist, talks to John Watson about the neuroscience behind successful entrepreneurs. Ben discusses the importance of paying customers and understanding the value you provide. He emphasizes...

Take your FREE Entrepreneur Success Scorecard Assessment here: https://mike-hf6zcxbm.scoreapp.com/ Mike Handcock, Chairman of the Circle of Excellence Group, author and speaker, talks to John Watson about conscious leadership and its impact on personal and professional growth. Mike discusses the importance of building connections, the unique business systems offered by the Circle of Excellence, an...

Buy your copy of "Sustainable NPO funding in South Africa" here https://www.amazon.co.za/Sustainable-NPO-funding-South-Africa/dp/0796175942/ In this conversation, Rudolf and John discuss the importance of adding social value and giving back to your community, and especially to Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs). They emphasize the need for a mindset shift from scarcity to abundance in order to freely...