Kahn unpacks his association with education and how he views the notion of learning as a lifetime experience. His story about why he decided to do his MBA was pure serendipity. We talk about the similarity between education and the songwriting process. As a family man, Kahn is now making decisions from a different perspective, and it has altered his view on life in general. A naturally inquisitive mind, he is enthralled by science and history in general... the mind of Kahn was truly great to meet. Brought to you by Henley Business School.
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The coronavirus is still having a tremendous effect on world markets. Hong Kong’s landlords have cut prices by up to 50% in an effort to keep tenants occupying their properties. Moody’s has taken a surprisingly positive stance after Cyril’s SONA. However the Budget Speech will determine whether South Africa will be downgraded or not. AngloGold’s fire sale, is it something to worry about or just a strategic global move? Eskom are retrenching non-core management with a budget of R400m being allocated to these layoffs. Tongaat Hulett are not looking so sweet at the moment, debts of R8 billion suggest things are not ideal. And Anthea tells us if she thinks Cell C will survive.
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13.02.20 Pt 1 - If your neck is sore, get a better pillow... you savage! Siya matters to us again, he has a phone. Are the phones actually watching us and will they derail our cars without us knowing? SONA is today - is Cyril just a liar in an expensive suit, or a people’s champion. Gareth is a pen snob, is he old or a man of class?
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Timothy Maurice interviews Rob Braiman in part 2 of the American entrepreneurs series - exploring the lessons and the mindset of entrepreneurs who are leading in volatile and challenging economic conditions. Braiman is the founder of Cogent Analytics, a management consulting firm that three years in a row has made the top 10 fastest growing businesses in his category on INC’s 500 and 5000 list. He opens up about his mindset and focus in leading a business that's helping small businesses across many states in America.
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Timothy Maurice interviews two leading entrepreneurs in America who come from vastly different backgrounds and eras, but both built multi-million dollar businesses after overcoming extreme odds. In this first episode, you’ll meet Joe Dudley Sr., the iconic 82-year-old entrepreneur who became a household name in America for building a black haircare products business (he was even interviewed in Chris Rock’s movie, Good Hair). Dudley shares his passion and conviction, and why he refused to sell his business for millions of dollars... opting to stay focused on ensuring the business continues to stay focused on empowering others.
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11.02.20 Pt 1 - Siya’s getting a new number, madness or liberation of the soul? Gareth gives Siya counselling about drawing lines for people, and it’s magical. It's micro aggression Tuesday. If you win the lottery, get an awesome car, drive past your ex partner’s house and then drive past again! No coup as feared, it’s Polokwane time for South Africa’s military. Siya’s 8-year-old niece is getting a Valentine's Day present, and Siya is not... awkward! And what is the age to stop having babies?
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What does a man who has done it all in the entertainment industry do to stay driven? Loyiso unpacks what it’s like to be the man who picks the content for TBN... talk about pressure. What pushed him to do an MBA at Henley? Where do business and the arts intersect, and is it important to know this information? The MBA has been known as a 'divorce course', but Loyiso has managed to hang on to his wife of 8 years. Plus we get an exclusive into the title of his thesis. Brought to you by Henley Business School.
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As the Chinese workforce gets back to work, it’s revealed that oil demand is down 20%, the coronavirus’ effect is everywhere. The People’s Bank of China has pumped 1.7 trillion Yuan into the economy. The Mining Indaba was not the extravaganza of years gone by. The purchasing managers’ index is at 45.2% - what does this mean for the economy? The US has added 200,000 jobs according to the latest reports. US and European economies are booming! Amazon hits the trillion dollar market cap... welcome to the club Jeff.
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10.02.20 Pt 1 - If you are a player, how do you keep it together? Gareth Cliff might have coronavirus. Is rain good or just destructive? One crow is bad luck, two is a nice meal. Is South Africa ripe for a coup d’état? Siya gives his movie review of Bombshell. Do good looking humans get away with more because they won a genetic lottery? State security got robbed again, how secure is this place? And cocaine is a business class drug.
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Lamborghini in white
17.02.20 Pt 2 - If you have a baby, be careful which camera lady you get. The kidnapping photographer is on the loose. The price of American wine is dropping, it's business 101... supply and demand and all that ‘ey. A South African student who was thought to be dead has been found in a Chinese prison. The Bachelor SA is back, and things are getting catty with the ladies already. FW de Klerk made some comments about apartheid and it’s made news headlines. If you need some cash, find the missing white 4x4 Lamborghini and you will be minted! And we meet the mind of Khan Morbee as he unpacks his Henley MBA journey so far.
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