Wellness in the Workplace

The ending of every employee journey in an organisation looks different. Some exits are voluntary, and others are unfortunately involuntary. On the final episode of our series, we discuss what it means to leave on a good note - whether it is through resignations, dismissals, retrenchments, and end of contracts. Our 5-part series has delved into different HR-related topics to help new and experienc...

The conversation of promotions and career advancement is important particularly where one prioritises career progression and has aspirations to climb the corporate ladder. Because let's face it - not everyone wants to be an entrepreneur. On the fourth episode of our series, we talk about how you can prepare yourself to land a promotion and advance your career. This episode highlights the impor...

Let’s talk about money! On the third episode of our series titled "The HR Perspective with Boniwe Dunster", we talk about salary negotiations, salary increases and how to have that difficult money conversation with your employer.  This 5-part series delves into different HR-related topics to help new and experienced professionals take charge of their careers. These topics cover the employee l...

Employee contracts establish a working relationship between you and your employer, so it is imperative for you to know what you're signing up for. On the second episode of  "The HR Perspective with Boniwe Dunster", we discuss the do’s and don’ts of signing an employee contract.  We talk about some of the key things to consider before signing an employment contract to ensure that you are protected...

Welcome to Season 2 of Wellness in the Workplace! We kick off the second season of the podcast with a series called "The HR Perspective with Boniwe Dunster." This 5-part series delves into different HR-related topics to help new and experienced professionals take charge of their careers. These topics cover the employee lifecycle from recruitment to termination and on this episode, we talk about ho...

I decided to conclude the first season of Wellness in the Workplace with a Q&A where I asked followers on IG to submit some career and workplace related questions.  Join me as I respond to these questions in a detailed Q&A session.

On this episode of the podcast, we chat about managing your personal finances as a young professional. Financial wellness is a key aspect of one’s overall wellness in the workplace and on this episode we discuss key elements of personal finances and creating a healthy relationship with money with Manoka Mathye CA(SA).  Manoka is a qualified chartered accountant, career & business coach, corporate...

On this episode, I sat down with Dr. Samke J. Ngcobo, founder of Vocal Mentality and Sisters For Mental Health to talk about her journey with mental illness and how she has navigated the workplace with Bipolar Disorder. Dr. Samke is a medical doctor, author, keynote speaker and she has been living with Bipolar Disorder Type 1 since the tender age of 14years old. She is passionate about mental heal...

In this episode of Wellness In The Workplace, I sat down with Dr. Ngao Motsei to talk about her extensive work as a workplace bullying practitioner and how intentional leadership is at the centre of re-humanising the workplace. Dr Ngao Motsei is a scholar, coach, and thought leader. She is passionate about creating healthy, respectful, and bully-free environments as well as positive workplace cult...

We’re wrapping up Women’s Month with a new episode featuring our guest Angela Qithi. Angela is a Technologist, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) leader at a global technology company. On this episode, we talk about intergenerational dynamics in the workplace and unpack the concept of ageism, which she considers to be an integral part of dismantling generational stereotypes that are present in mu...

On this episode, I sat down with Public Policy & Development Advisor, Mbali Motsoeneng to chat about the importance of building authentic networking skills to advance in your career. Mbali shares how building a solid network of connections has helped her traverse various roles in different industries throughout her expansive career. She considers networking to be a strategic tool for both personal...

Siyamtanda Mdingi is a Value Innovation and Strategy specialist with expertise in business strategy and value creation. She is the founder of @vivreconsulting established in 2020.  On this episode of Wellness in the Workplace, we discuss Siya’s transition from her 9-5 corporate job into full time entrepreneurship. Siya shares learnings from her entrepreneurship journey so far and how she’s applyin...

On this episode, I decided to do a wellness check in to reflect on what wellness has looked like for me over the last six months. With it nearing the end of H1 2022, it was important for me to pause for a bit and to take stock of how I have been showing up for myself in the workplace and beyond.  I share what some of my wellness practices are across four main aspects namely: physical, emotional, s...

In this episode, I sat down with author of 'The Black Girl's Guide to Corporate South Africa', Lindelwa Skenjana to unpack the writings of her debut book. In her offering, Lindelwa takes readers through her experience in the working world and highlights key themes such as racism, sexism, ethnic chauvinism, ageism, and sexual harassment that many young women in the workplace encounter with naivety....

In this episode, I sat down with occupational therapist, Makungu Valoyi, to chat about how we can effectively manage stress in our day-to-day lives to avoid burnout and to ensure sustainable performance and success in the workplace. Makungu is a Master's candidate specialising in the Philosophy and Ethics of Mental Health. She is also the creator of @advocacy4mentalhealth, a platform dedicated to...

In this episode of Wellness in the Workplace, I sat down with HR specialist Boniwe Dunster to talk about how employees can empower themselves in toxic work environments. With the new Code of Good Practice on the Prevention and Elimination of Harassment in the Workplace, employees are protected from harassment in the workplace in relation to violence, physical abuse, psychological and emotional abu...

Sibongile Gangxa, better known as Sbosh, is the latest guest on Wellness in Workplace. On this episode, we speak about intellectual theft and how plagiarism in the workplace is overlooked as organisations prioritise innovation and collaboration in their teams. We discuss how being acknowledged, recognised and valued for your contributions in the workplace forms the fabric of your wellness and how...

In this episode, I speak to Mmatshepo (Tshepi) Oganne about the importance of restorative rest and how prioritising rest in our daily routines helps us show up fully in the workplace. We talk about different types of rest and how she came to be intentional about this aspect of her life. Tshepi is an advocate of holistic wellness and was recently appointed as the Deputy Director of Communications a...

Workplace bullying often goes undetected because we either don't have the language to articulate our experiences or we lack an understanding of what is happening to us. In this week's episode, I talk about some of the signs that were present in my experience of workplace bullying.  I hope this episode can shed some light on what you can look out for if you suspect that you are being bullied by you...

In this episode of Wellness In the Workplace, I sit down with Pearl Mngomezulu, Head of Group Communications at Dimension Data, to discuss the role of mentorship in one's career development and how mentorship can be an anchor to help young professionals find their way in the corporate world.

Wellness in the Workplace is a podcast hosted by Mbali Mzinyane and aims to empower new and experienced professionals with insights and practical tools to navigate workplace dynamics with insightful and informative conversations.