Winning Equation

In this episode, we talk to Siviwe Yuyu. He is the founder of Mavala Media Space an artist and event management company. Mavala talks about his journey from dropping out to managing one of the popular artists in Cape Town. Hosted by Sivenathi Mbebe

In this episode, Sivenathi Mbebe talks about a career change and how he changed his. He talks about sales and content creation. He is interviewed by Nwabisa (Maseti) Nzuzo. This was originally for her YouTube channel.

Sivenathi Mbebe in this episode, we speak to Yamkela Xabendlini the co-founder of Maono HR Consulting. She talks about the challenges of starting a business during a pandemic. She also talks about what led her to this decision. As an HR and labour law specialist, she walks us through things that we need to look out for when hiring people small businesses. Hosted by Sivenathi Mbebe. Follow @SivenathiMbebe on social media.

Winning Equation — In this episode, we speak to Mpumelelo Mtintso the founder of BOOK IBHONI a startup that is doing bicycle tours around Soweto. When he couldn't do tours during lockdown, Mpumi decided to start doing bicycle deliveries around Soweto. In this conversation we talk about entrepreneurship and adapting to changing times. Podcast hosted by Sivenathi Mbebe

Winning Equation — In this episode, we speak to Yolanda Mabuto the founding Director and CEO of Divaine Growth Solutions, a professional organisation in the energy sector that provides consultancy work and project management services as well as addressing gender inequality challenges. In this conversation we talk about: 1. Background 2. Opportunities in the energy sector 3. Leading in a male dominated sector 4. Leadership, gender equity and education Please listen and share. Also follow us on social media @WinningEquation and @SivenathiMbebe on Twitter and accross all platforms. Hosted by Sivenathi Mbebe

Winning Equation — In this episode, we have a conversation with Vuyelwa Ndlovu, a content creator and entrepreneur. Vuyelwa is a beauty content creator and also a YouTuber. She talks about building a successful personal brand and how you can do it too. She talks about monetizing social media and online platforms. We also talk about ways of communicating your brand using online content and social media. Podcast hosted by Sivenathi Mbebe.

Winning Equation — This episode features Michael Tshepo Tabane: a mentor, entrepreneur, speaker and leader. In this episode he talks about hope and how you can stay focused during crisis. He also talks a positive lifestyle, finding your purpose and how to do it. Hosted by Sivenathi Mbebe

Winning Equation — In this episode Sivenathi Mbebe have a discussion with entrepreneurs Nelisa Ngqulana and Ed Hatton about what the country lockdown (due to coronavirus) means to entrepreneurs. And we talk about what they can do to cope and survive these tough economic times. Ed Hatton is the founder The Marketing Director. He is also a speaker, mentor, writer and smme/startup coach. Ed has over 30 years experience in strategy, marketing and sales. Nelisa Ngqulana is the founder of PR Trends ZA and cofounder of Coding Momas. She is PR and communications practitioner with over 15 years of experience.

Winning Equation — In this episode I chat with Yvette Ratshikhopha (Yvette Aloe). We talk about entrepreneurship and finding solutions. Dealing with challenging time like the coronavirus. We also talk about living consciously, adding value to customers and growing business. There is also more that we talk about. Listen and share the podcast. Hosted by Sivenathi Mbebe

Winning Equation — In this episode we chat to Melissa Awu, the sport coordinator at University of Cape Town (UCT). She's the first black female to become University Sport South Africa (USSA) Rugby committee member. She's been a sports manager at Rhodes, Tshwane university of Technology. She talks about leadership how she ended up in the position. Hosted by Sivenathi Mbebe

Winning Equation — In this episode we speak to Roche Mamabolo; an author blogger, entrepreneur and mentor. We talk about failure and how we can normalise failing. Dr Mamabolo talks about embracing innovation. And then we also a talk about leadership, leadership styles and leadership in entrepreneurship. Listen and let's keep the conversation going on Twitter: @SivenathiMbebe or @WinningEquation

Winning Equation — In this episode of Winning Equation podcast, we chat to Melanie Chisnall; a content strategist, creator and copywriter. She talks about becoming a content creator and copywriter. How she started, how she managed to convince clients to hire her without any experience or background in content creation and copywriting. We chat about creating engaging content, being consistent and dealing with creative blocks. She talks all things content marketing, creation, social media marketing and joining a content creation agency. She also talks about many things including entrepreneurship and freelancing. Podcast hosted by Sivenathi Mbebe Twitter: @SivenathiMbebe or @WinningEquation

Winning Equation — In this episode we chat with Solomon Makgobatlou. He's the founder of SISOL Labour projects. He talks about the importance of hiring the right people for your business. We also talk about how he got into the space, labour issues commonly faced by SMEs. Hosted by Sivenathi Mbebe

Winning Equation — Andrew Tsuro is a speaker, leader, MC, founder of ehub, brand strategist and corporate trainer. Andrew Tsuro was recognized twice, with the Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) award for excellence in Communication and Leadership – the highest accolade bestowed by Toastmasters International. His work credits includes mentoring Communication and Leadership Development programmes at General Electric SA and Mercedes-Benz SA. Podcast hosted by Sivenathi Mbebe

Winning Equation — Conversation with Ed Hatton, the owner of The Marketing Director. He is a mentor, business coach for startups and SMEs, and a speaker. With over 29 years experience in sales and marketing, his focus is business strategy, sales and marketing. We talk about future of marketing, things to get from the beginning when creating a marketing strategy. We also talk about the future of marketing, sales strategy and it's importance. Hosted by Sivenathi Mbebe

Winning Equation — Conversation with Ndzavi Derrick a certified business advisor, mentor, speaker and entrepreneur. He talks about business mentorship, marketing, getting more customers and dealing with unpaid invoices. He also touches on expanding and building complementary businesses. Hosted by Sivenathi Mbebe

Winning Equation — In conversation with Tony Malek originally an Accountant from London. He's started many businesses including selling office supplies and fax machines. Tony has been involved in business development and many entrepreneurial endeavors since arriving in South Africa, 25 years ago. These endeavours range from finance, credit management, media, mining & recruitment. Previously assisted entrepreneurs through the Caban group of companies and also held the position of Sales Director of The Entrepreneur Expo (PTY) Ltd. Currently focus on ANA Publishing/ Fast Company SA. Hosted by Sivenathi Mbebe

Winning Equation — In this episode a legalpreneur, Yolelwa Sikunyana, explain why legal matters and compliance are important for small businesses and entrepreneurs. She talks about some of the craziest stories that resulted from non-compliance. What legal compliance you need to raise funding. Yolelwa is a founder and director of Sikunyana Inc. attorneys, entrepreneur coach and key note speaker. The podcast is Hosted by Sivenathi Mbebe

Winning Equation — From starting his photography using a phone to landing his first big client worth R30 000, Skhu (Sikhulule Nkomhela) talks about how he started his photography and its challenges. He also talks about his entrepreneurship journey and how with his business partner Asathandwa Ngqwebo started their business, Branding Cateerers. Listen and please share the podcast.

Winning Equation — Yamkela Kiviet, venture capitalist and an entrepreneur chats about his journey and his learnings from starting and running his businesses. He shares how you can find the right business partner and how he got burnt by one of his business partner early in his journey. Interview by Sivenathi Mbebe

Winning Equation — We chat with Bernard Kelvin Clive, an Author, Speaker, and Trainer, Ghana’s foremost authority on Personal branding and Digital Publishing. We talk about the importance of personal branding and strategies of personal branding. Bernard also talks about finding your vision. Please share the podcast with friends and on social media and help the next person build their brand. Hosted by Sivenathi Mbebe

Winning Equation — We chat with Onyi Anyado the founder of Onyi Anyado Media House and B1 Coaching. He started his career when he studied counselling after his challenging life. He is a global leadership speaker and facilitator. In this podcast we talk about his interesting life story, entrepreneurship and leadership. He talks about how to become an entrepreneur and leader of distinction. Please share the podcast on social media.

Winning Equation — In this episode, we chat with the co-founder of L&M Removals, Oscar Magudulela. He started his career when he moved to Johannesburg to study operations and production management. He later started started L&M Removals with partner Mahlengi. They have been operating since around 2010. Oscar talks about his journey as an entrepreneur and some of the challenging times. He also shares wisdom and lesson from his experience and how they stay ahead competition.

Winning Equation — In this episode, we speak to Vuyisani (Mr Vee) Sholo. Boy from Mdantsane, he started his career by studying audiology at the University of Cape Town. He founded Sholo Audiology pty Ltd and co-founded Veectory Music Productions. He talks about his entrepreneurship journey and how to grow your business.

Winning Equation — In this Episode we share how Sivenathi Mbebe, our host started the podcast. This is episode is great for people that would like to know how to start a podcast in South Africa. In this episode the host also shares the challenges and how people can better manage the challenges.

Winning Equation — In this episode, we talk to Nelson Amenya, co-founder of Patahao app in Nairobi, Kenya. He started his career when he designed his first website in varsity that led him to web design; he then graduated with Bachelor of Graphic Communication and Advertising from MOI University. He’s worked as a web developer, multimedia designer, creative director and digital content developer. In this podcast he shares his journey and how they came up with a property portal that’s changing the property landscape in Kenya. Listen and please share with friends. Give us your feedback on social media. Music Title : Calluses Artist : William Rosati

Winning Equation — In this episode, we chat with Molly Juma the founder of Hashtag Designs in Nairobi, Kenya. She started her career with obtaining a Bachelor of Economics degree from the University of Nairobi and then an Associate’s degree for Human Resources Management from Zete College. She’s worked for the Kenyan National Health Insurance Fund as a compliance intern. She went on and founded her own business, HashTagDesings. She talks about her journey, challenges, how she gets through tough times and more. Please share the podcast with friends.

Winning Equation — In this episode, we talk to Nelisa Ngqulana the found PR Trends ZA. She does reputation management. She studied journalism and she has worked as a communications officer. We talk about the importance of having a PR strategy and key things to consider when shaping people’s perception about your brand. She also talks more about the great work that she does. Please share the podcast with friends.

Winning Equation — Xatyiswa Maqashalala talks to us about her journey to speaking as a business. She started her career as an agricultural student. While studying, she started her speaking career. She is an agricultural consultant and in June 2018 she was part of the Mandela-Washington Programme. She talks about the experience she had doing a six weeks high school motivational tour in the Eastern Cape without any funding. She also gives us lesson about leadership. Please share this podcast with your friends if like it. Music Title : Calluses Artist : William Rosati

Winning Equation — We talk to Precious Mvulane about entrepreneurship challenges and business finances. She is the founder of GAD Consulting Services inc. She started her career with B Com Accounting and Auditing from the University of Natal. Precious has worked in the finance industry for over 16 years before getting into entrepreneurship and she also serves the public sector as an audit committee member. She helps entrepreneurs to understand how finance and economy works. With GAD, she has trained over 1500 entrepreneurs. Listen, share and download this podcast. Music Title : Calluses Artist : William Rosati

Winning Equation — Mfundo Shozi chats to us about his journey into entrepreneurship. He is the founder and Managing Director of UvoLwethu Communications. He started his career a public relations intern at Durban University of Technology where he obtained his BTech in public relations. He specializes in PR and communications. He is also a public speaker. He also share’s how he did not let being an amputee determine his future. Listen and share this podcast.

Winning Equation — We talk to Sibusiso Nkosi, the founder and director of Growth Peak. He started his career as a B-BBEE rating analyst in 2006. He then started his consulting firm for small businesses in townships. Since then he’s started many more ventures in which he’s learnt entrepreneurship from. He specializes in thought leadership around entrepreneurship and economics development in the townships in South Africa. With his company Growth Peak, they teach entrepreneurs and professionals content marketing and communication campaigns. Listen and share the podcast. Music Title : Calluses Artist : William Rosati

Winning Equation — In this episode, we talk to Vukani Nxumalo, the founder and CEO of RedOystor Media. He started his career with a financial management degree and then worked as a financial advisor. His company creates and curate content through publishing. He’s also a speaker and specializes in PR and marketing. He shares his entrepreneurship journey and tips for becoming a speaker. Music Title : Calluses Artist : William Rosati

Winning Equation — We chat with Clement Ndayoshimye, the co-founder and CEO of Sons Of Africa Projects (SOAP). He started his career as a merchandiser. We talked about his entrepreneurship journey and his partners’. With demonstrated experience in construction, SOAP is determined to own a market share in construction. The CEO shares their business journey, how they got into business and what works for them. They are in construction, renovations and project managements. Listen and share the podcast. Don’t forget to subscribe for notifications: www.sivonline.co.za/#signup Music Title : Calluses Artist : William Rosati

Winning Equation — In this episode, we chat with Sean Clancy a founder and principal sales consultant of SalesRockIT. He’s got more than 18 years of sales and business development experience from Canada. He works a lot with startups and small firms in assisting with their sales. He started his career in the financial sector as an insurance underwriter. He tells us about his journey of entrepreneurship and move to Cape Town. He’s got wealth of information and lessons about sales. Listen and share the podcast. Don’t forget to subscribe for notifications: www.sivonline.co.za/#signup Music Title : Calluses Artist : William Rosati

Winning Equation — We chat with a social media expert, Tamzin Martin. She is the founder and CEO of BizXnet. She started her career as a teacher. She specializes in social media marketing, training, social media strategy, online audit, B2B leads and SMME consultations. She shares her journey about entrepreneurship and lessons about social media. With experience in the social media space since 2011, she’s got wealth of information for us. Listen and share the podcast. Don’t forget to subscribe for notification: www.sivonline.co.za/#signup Music Title : Calluses Artist : William Rosati

Winning Equation — We chat with Kevin Allen, African Crowdfunding Association founding director; he is a co-founder of QDDTI. He also consults in the exponential technology field. He started his career as a pharmacist and worked his way to management before going to entrepreneurship. He’s a blogger and student of the internet. He shares his journey and gives us lessons about crowdfunding. Don't forget to subscribe for notifications: www.sivonline.co.za/#signup Music Title : Calluses Artist : William Rosati

Winning Equation — In this episode we chat with Gareth Duncan, the Founder and CEO of GD Industries. He graduate top of his journalism class in CPUT. He started his career at one of Southern Africa’s largest independent publishing houses as a sports writer across 13 magazines. In 2013, he launched his first venture and since then he’s launched over three brands. This guy knows has mastered the process of going from idea to business. He shares he’s his story about his entrepreneurship journey. He also shares the lessons he’s learned from this journey and what works for him. Don't forget to subscribe for notification: www.sivonline.co.za/#signup Music Title : Calluses Artist : William Rosati