Wellness in the Workplace

In this episode of Wellness in the Workplace, Mbali and Yolisa unpack Mteto Nyati's Betting on a Darkie: Lifting the Corporate Game — a story about opportunity, ambition, leadership and navigating corporate South Africa. From being the only Black engineer in the room to leading some of South Africa's biggest companies, Nyati's career invites us to reflect on the power of mentorship, sp...

What does it really cost women to succeed at work? In this episode of Wellness in the Workplace, Mbali and Yolisa unpack Dr Judy Dlamini’s Equal But Different: Women Leaders’ Life Stories – Overcoming Race, Gender and Social Class through the lens of workplace wellness. We explore how race, gender, motherhood and social class shape women’s experiences of leadership, opportunity, belonging and succ...

In recognition of Mental Health Month this October, Wellness in the Workplace has partnered with Momentum Multiply to host an important conversation about chronic burnout, mental wellbeing and the impact of year-end fatigue on South Africans in the workplace. As employees navigate mounting deadlines, increased workloads, financial pressures and the cumulative stress of a demanding year, prioritisi...

What does it really take to survive and succeed in corporate South Africa? In this episode of Wellness in the Workplace, Mbali and Yolisa unpack Boardroom Dancing: Transformation Stories from a Corporate Activist by Nolitha Fakude, exploring the invisible “dance” of navigating corporate spaces. We talk about code-switching, emotional intelligence, cultural fluency, office politics, power and the u...

What happens when we stop asking, “Where is the talent?” and start asking, “What conditions allow talent to thrive?”In this episode of Wellness in the Workplace, Mbali and Yolisa explore the lessons from Rassie: Stories of Life and Rugby by Rassie Erasmus and David O’Sullivan, using South African rugby’s Elite Player Development (EPD) Programme as a blueprint for human development. We unpack how m...

Welcome to the final season of Wellness in the Workplace. After years of conversations about workplace wellness, careers, professional relationships and the realities of navigating the world of work, we’re closing this chapter of the podcast but not before one final season of meaningful conversations. This season, we’re doing things a little differently. Mbali is joined by Yolisa Mdiya for a workp...

In this powerful and eye-opening episode, we sit down with menopause advocate, coach, and author, Xoli Madlala, to unpack the realities, challenges, and opportunities surrounding menopause in the workplace. From breaking the silence to redesigning workplace policies, Xoli shares evidence-based insights, lived experience, and practical tools to help organisations create healthier, more supportive e...

In this episode, we sit down with Lisa Mazaleni, Personal Stylist and Founder of The Style Up, to explore how personal style can become one of the most powerful tools for self-expression and professional confidence. Lisa shares practical insights on how what we wear shapes how we feel, how we show up, and how others perceive our personal brand especially in professional spaces where authenticity a...

In this episode, I’m joined by Khethiwe Nkuna, entrepreneur, executive leader and author of Tear Her Down: Unpacking Scarcity, Insecurity and Sisterhood in the Workplace. This conversation is a deep dive into the often unspoken dynamics between women at work where competition, comparison, and scarcity mindsets can quietly erode not just relationships, but also mental and emotional well-being. Khet...

In this episode of  Wellness in the Workplace Podcast , we sit down with  Mushambi Mutuma  — tech entrepreneur, international speaker, and author of  The Adaptability Code: Recoding the DNA of Future-Ready Leadership . Mushambi shares his insights on: - Why adaptability is the new superpower for leaders in a rapidly changing world - How technology and innovation are reshaping the future of work -...

What does it mean to lead with wellness at the core? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ashika Pillay to explore the evolving role of the Chief Well-Being Officer (CWO) and why this position is becoming essential in today’s organisations. From driving employee engagement and resilience to shaping healthier workplace cultures, Dr. Pillay unpacks the impact of well-being leadership on both people...

In this episode, we sit down with  Duduzile Nyumbeka , Managing Director at Youth Development Collaboration Lab, board member in the NGO sector, and passionate youth development advocate to explore what  Next Generation Leadership  really means in today’s world. Duduzile shares her journey as a millennial executive, the lessons she’s learned leading youth-focused initiatives, and her vision for em...

In this episode, we sit down with Tumelo Mathe, Digital Marketing Manager and rising star in tech space, to explore how mentorship shaped his career journey. From personal connections to structured support through the All4Youth Mentorship Programme, Tumelo shared this: - How a personal mentor helped him build confidence and find direction early in his career - What he learned from the All4Youth st...

Workplace politics can feel like a minefield - complex, challenging, andsometimes unavoidable. But what if we could learn to navigate them effectively and ethically? In this episode, I sat down with Niven Postma, a leading expert on workplace dynamics and leadership, to uncover strategies for understanding and mastering office politics without compromising integrity. Niven Postma is a renowned lea...

In this powerful and deeply important episode, I sit down with psychiatrist and mental health specialist Dr. Clementine Chawane to discuss suicide awareness and prevention specifically in the workplace. With rising levels of stress, burnout, and emotional fatigue across industries, it's critical that we address how mental health challenges manifest on the job and how employers, managers, and colle...

In this episode, we sit down with Farai Ntuli, Youth Employment and Skilling Consultant and a working mom, to explore how to prepare for and navigate maternity leave in a way that supports both personal well-being and professional growth. From managing expectations at work to setting boundaries at home, Farai shares her lived experience, practical tips, and wellness insights for new and expectant...

A lot of us may have heard of the term "organisational culture" but might have a vague understanding of what exactly it is and how it affects our experience at work. I sat down with the Head of People, Culture and Change at e-motion Consulting, Themba Chakela to demystify what organisational culture is. Sure, the pizzas and drinks on a Friday afternoon are great for camaraderie and team morale but...

On the final episode for this season, I sat down with Tantaswa Fubu CA(SA), CEO of Greatwell Consultancy for an insightful conversation on how organisations and leaders have to reimagine employee wellness for the future of work. Drawing from her personal and professional experience, Tantaswa emphasised the importance of psychological safety as a key factor in a health promoting culture and how thi...

In this video, we explore how adopting a growth mindset can positively impact your career development and professional success. Our guest, NLP Coach and Employee Wellness Specialist, Claudia Dias, shares what it means to have a growth mindset, how it differs from a fixed mindset, and why embracing challenges, learning from failures, and continually improving your skills can help you advance in you...

On the final episode of #MyCareerStory, I had the pleasure of sitting down with experienced broadcaster, development finance professional, and entrepreneur, Noluthando Mthonti-Mlambo. On this episode, Noluthando shares insight on her career journey as a multi-passionate professional and gives an interesting perspective on what it means to build a non-linear career path. Our conversation explores w...

Trying to find your calm in the chaos? On this episode, I sat down with Helen Nicholson - author, mindfulness expert and CEO of The Networking Company, to explore the profound impact of mindfulness at work and how it can improve the overall quality of your life. Helen is the author of 'Mindfulness: How to Stay Sane in an Insane World' and a recently published book Networking for Introverts...

On this episode of the podcast, I sat down with Clinical Psychologist Batetshi Matenge to talk about narcissism in the workplace. In recent years, narcissism and narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) has gained attention in mainstream media and on this episode we discuss what narcissism is and what it is not to refrain from misdiagnosing/mislabelling certain behavioural traits. Batetshi also she...

I recently sat down with newly published author and returning guest to the podcast, Dr Ngao Motsei to talk about her latest offering, her book, “Building Psychologically Safe Spaces: Safeguarding Your Workplace Against Bullying”. In our conversation, Dr Ngao Motsei and I delved into the different ways that bullying manifests in the workplace and covered the following aspects of workplace bullying:...

On this episode of #MyCareerStory, I sat down with development economist and career coach, Sibahle Magadla to talk to her about how she has built a sustainable career as a development economist. Sibahle's career has been filled with many teachable moments, one of them involved her learning about the realities of the corporate world the hard way. After adjusting to a life in corporate, she work...

And we're back! Season 3 of the podcast continues with our latest series #MyCareerStory. On the first episode of the new season, I sat down with newly published author Fulufhelani Mashaba to talk about her personal finance journey and her new title "Mind Your Cents: A Practical Guide to Financial Wellness". Growing up as an A-student and later a record-setting matriculant in the Limp...