The Right Place

In this episode, Rudolf Rautenbach discusses his experience with the Lifework Leadership Program in Pretoria. He explains to John Watson how the program integrates leadership principles with a Christian foundation and encourages participants to live their faith in the workplace. Rudolf shares his personal journey and key takeaways from the program, highlighting the importance of integrating work a...

In this episode, Rudolf and John discuss the concept of giving in networking. They explore the importance of giving value to others and how it can attract the right people to your network. They also discuss practical ways to give, such as connecting people and providing access to opportunities. The conversation touches on the idea of unconditional giving and the importance of reciprocal relationsh...

John talks to renowned speaker and coach Tina B. about her inspiring journey as a heart and double lung transplant recipient and how it has shaped her life. She discusses the importance of positive thinking, the misconceptions about organ donation, and the emotional experience of connecting with the donor's family. Tina also highlights the significance of living life to the fullest and the value o...

The day after The First Minute Tour concluded, Chris, Rudolf and John sat down to reflect on what they had achieved, and the experiences and lessons learned. The conversation explores the importance of taking risks, embracing the unknown, realising the power of asking and the difference between rejection and silence. It highlights the need for better communication and the demand for training and d...

In this episode, Rudolf interviews Reinhardt Jobse, a coach and laughter yoga facilitator. Reinhardt shares his background in hospitality and his transition to Peopleworx, where he focuses on coaching, laughter yoga, and workforce optimization. He explains the concept of laughter yoga and its benefits, emphasizing the power of laughter to improve mood and foster connection. They also discusses the...

In this episode, John has a conversation with Rudolf to learn more about his journey and experiences. They discuss Rudolf's early childhood memories, his family life, his journey to becoming a CA, his transition to the consulting world and skills development, and his current role as a business owner. Rudolf also shares his perspective on being in the right place and his plans for the future. Takea...

This week Rudolf interviews Hannes Nienaber about his work in covering school sports in South Africa with Supersport Schools. They discuss the importance of networking and building relationships in gathering information, the value of the network in providing support and resources, and the challenges of managing negative news while maintaining integrity. Hannes shares his insights into the selectio...

Rudolf and John discuss their recent networking events and the importance of having a vision for oneself and one's business. They also share tips on boosting confidence in networking, such as being prepared, asking easy questions, and leaving a good impression. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a positive attitude and remembering people's names. They also discuss the significance of giv...

In this episode, John and Rudolf welcome international speaker and author Chris Fenning to the podcast. They discuss Chris's passion for communication and his transition from technical roles to communication specialist and author. They also explore the universal and cultural challenges in communication and the importance of balancing detail and conciseness. Chris shares insights on the role of sil...

Rudolf and John discuss their experiences with organizing and hosting business networking events. They introduce the Irene Business Network (IBM) and the Clara Business Network (CBN) and explain how these events are structured. They emphasize the importance of building relationships and trust in networking and share their plans for the future, including the introduction of the Network Accelerator...

This week John Watson talks to Kirsty Scully, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Senior Financial Planner at Core Wealth. Core Wealth was built on long-term relationships, recommendations and word of mouth, not through paid advertising, taking short cuts or working for incentives. These traditional values have stood them in good stead and, combined with an innovative approach to technology an...

Here we go, episode 1! Welcome to The Right Place. John and Rudolf unpack what lead them here, where they are going and why they feel this is important for you to be a part of. The journey of a 1000 miles starts with 1 step - this is theirs! Connect with us here: Website: https://therightplace.co.za/ Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/the-right-place-community YouTube: www.youtube.com/@TheRightPlaceCo...