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Sick and tired of the same, boring business podcasts? The Grow Show makes it easier for entrepreneurs and leaders to grow their businesses. You’ll hear from real leaders with real stories about their successes and failures, so you don’t make the same mistakes. No textbooks or theory — only raw stories from the frontlines with actionable take-aways.
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The Frontline Club

Frontline Club Charitable Trust

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Home to over 200 talks and screenings a year. The Frontline Club is the London hub for a diverse group of people united by their passion for the best quality journalism. With its elegant restaurant serving the best of British cuisine and its atmospheric members' bar, the Frontline Club is a unique place to discuss, debate and be inspired. Our events, screenings, workshops and restaurant are open to the public.
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Expedition Business

Expedition Business

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Expedition Business shares the highs & lows of our inspirational South African Entrepreneurs’ and what they do to keep the flame of business adventure burning. We believe that every South African Entrepreneur has the power to change the world for good. We believe in the positive impact of South African Entrepreneurship on the environment, society, and on ourselves. We believe that it is possible to get more South African Entrepreneurs to their own mountain tops. More info: www.expeditionbusi ...
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The Boundless Book Club

Emirates Literature Foundation

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From Russian tragedies to Australian comedies, via Emirati slam poetry and Saudi science fiction, our appetite for words knows no bounds. In our day jobs at the Emirates Literature Foundation, you'd normally find us planning the next Emirates Airline Festival of Literature, but the rest of the time we're guessing whodunnit, debating the ultimate feel-good novel, or reading the stacks of books that line our office walls. As we are here in Dubai, one of the best connected cities in the world, ...
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The Land I Trust, an audio series by the Sierra Club, tells stories of special places under threat by dirty energy -- and how the transition to clean energy is benefiting people and the homes they hold dear. In our first series, we travel through the American South to talk with folks about the coal that is fouling their air and water, the dirty energy projects they're fighting in their backyards, and a shared vision for a clean energy economy that allows all of our communities to thrive. Fro ...
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Best of the Emirates LitFest

Emirates Literature Foundation

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On this podcast you will find full session recordings from the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature and festival author interviews with Emirates ICE, as well as some special features. The Festival is the Arab World’s largest celebration of the written and spoken word, connecting readers with authors and books. The Festival is organised by the Emirates Literature Foundation, a non-profit NGO established to spread the love of literature.
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In this episode, Aaron Milner, Enterprise Account Executive at Orum, and Jason Dorfman, CEO at Orum, join us to share their expertise on scaling a tech business. Jason discusses his approach to recruiting top talent and the critical role it plays in a startup’s success. Aaron provides insights into sales strategies and the impact of a robust SDR te…
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This episode delivers powerful non-organic growth tactics to enhance your business. We’ll show you how to use acqui-hires to integrate talented teams from smaller companies, driving growth instantly. You'll also discover how to leverage joint ventures and strategic partnerships as a 'try before you buy' method, ensuring trust and synergy before a f…
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Yoke van Dam is known as the Kintsugi Queen™ for her ability to join, repair, and transform teams into collaborative, committed, and cohesive units. As a qualified behavioral change coach with extensive experience, she has helped over 2,000 team members, providing 2,300+ hours of training and 350+ coaching hours. Yoke's approach is based on the Jap…
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Many companies overlook the vast potential their vendors have in contributing to problem-solving and innovation. Vendors are more than just service providers—they can be pivotal partners in solving your business challenges. By proactively involving your vendors in your business strategies, you can harness their knowledge and capabilities for mutual…
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Maintaining a direct connection with new hires is critical for CEOs to ensure the organization's culture and standards are upheld. Engaging with each new hire class allows leaders to personally assess and influence the quality of talent joining the team. This approach not only enhances employee relations but also solidifies the foundation of the co…
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If your senior leaders aren’t part of a structured development program, you’re missing out on untapped potential. Our "12-0 Book Series" is a game-changer. By dedicating just two sessions a month to reading and discussing relevant books, we’ve created alignment, consistency, and a powerful growth environment. Don’t let your leaders fall behind – di…
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Find out why excluding your CFO from major decisions is a costly mistake you can't afford to make. This episode highlights how CFO involvement leads to more informed, effective choices that save you money and drive sustainable growth. When your team is guessing costs or modeling out scenarios without considering all financial implications, you’re m…
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Rayana Edwards is the founder of Sari for Change, an organization that collects old saris and empowers unemployed and uneducated South African women with the skills to open their own businesses in the fashion industry. Through her efforts with Sari for Change, Rayana is making a significant impact on women's lives by providing them with opportuniti…
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Sue Gajathar wants to change the world one meal at a time!! And by the looks of it, she is making serious progress. Have you ever considered starting your own restaurant or frozen food brand? Then you cannot miss out on this episode! Three years ago Sue Gajathar embarked on a journey to try the global initiative Veganuary, which is a month dedicate…
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Claudia Castellanos is the co-founder and CEO of Black Mamba Foods, a fair trade producer from Eswatini (Southern Africa) that manufactures and distributes specialty food products that are good for the planet and good for the rural communities they work with. The company's range includes chilli sauces, pestos, chutneys, and jams, all made with orga…
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Rael Levitt has been the Golden Boy of the Auctioneering industry in South Africa, but this all changed at the fateful Quin Rock Auction on 10 December 2011. His entire legacy fell to pieces. But this is not where the story ends. A couple of marathons, two International Masters' Degrees, and just over a decade later Rael has managed to reinvent him…
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Tiffany Markman is a highly accomplished professional with nearly 20 years of experience as a freelance copywriter, writing skills trainer, and international speaker. She is known for her wide-ranging expertise, diverse experience working with both local and global clients, and an excellent industry reputation. Tiffany is passionate about teaching …
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Revisiting a critical concept from Season 2, Episode 31, this discussion underscores the importance of a mobility culture within organizations for fostering employee growth and organizational flexibility. The idea that employees should move across various roles and disciplines is not just about career progression; it's a strategic approach to build…
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Explore the critical relationship between personal connections and business performance, highlighting the importance of effective communication and mutual support between entrepreneurs and their partners. It presents a framework for understanding how supportive partnerships and clear communication are essential in managing the complexities of entre…
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Franchising is alive and well and Anita du Toit, founder of Franchise Fundi is ready to help our South African entrepreneurs scale their business to heights previously unimaginable. She has more than 26 years of franchise consulting experience across the telecommunications, automotive, restaurant, and retail industries. During her years in the indu…
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We are joined by Corey Nieder, Vice President of Sales at PHMG, a leading authority in the world of audio branding. Since joining PHMG in 2016, Corey has been instrumental in driving the company's expansion across North America, particularly marking significant strides in key metropolitan markets like Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Austin. His j…
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"So it's creating a purposeful time for self and being selfish. Selfish being self first. Because if I'm not looking after myself, then there's nothing left for anybody else around me, my clients, my networks, the people, my community, the wife." Tim Wagner is a former burnt-out executive now turned Breathwork Alchemist. He now specialises in break…
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In a world where economic uncertainties and unprecedented challenges like pandemics test our resolve, this episode dives into the mindset needed to achieve the seemingly impossible. Drawing inspiration from visionaries like Steve Jobs, who transformed the concept of carrying music in our palms into reality, it underscores the importance of unwaveri…
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Hamilton Wende is an author, journalist and TV producer. He has worked all over the world, covering historical events and some 17 different wars and conflicts. He is the winner of a 2022 National Press Club's Journalist of the Year award and a 2023 Standard Bank Sikuvile Journalism Award. He has worked for a number of international networks includi…
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Understand why 90% of businesses don't meet their annual goals, with a sluggish first quarter often to blame. This episode highlights the critical impact of Q1 performance on achieving yearly objectives, especially in sales. It stresses the need for thorough preparation in Q4, building a solid pipeline, and maintaining team motivation. We also expl…
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Dive into this episode to grasp the concept of 'replanting' within the corporate world, mirroring the careful cultivation of a lush garden. It focuses on the proactive recognition and nurturing of sectors or departments that, although promising, remain stifled under the canopy of larger entities. The discussion highlights the necessity of reallocat…
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Focus on breaking the cycle of 'passing the buck,' especially the prevalent 'Scott said' excuse, by embracing true decision ownership as a leader. Learn about the detrimental effects of shirking responsibility and the power of wholeheartedly adopting and communicating corporate decisions. Discover the 'disagree and commit' philosophy and how it can…
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As companies grow and evolve, they face the challenge of integrating new talent without disrupting the processes that have proven successful. It's a delicate balance between welcoming fresh perspectives and guarding the core methodologies that have driven the company's progress. Newcomers may be inclined to initiate changes, often underestimating t…
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Transform how you invest in software. Learn to identify tools that directly address your business needs and enhance productivity. Gain insights on thoroughly assessing software companies, the critical role of a software 'owner' in your team, and how to negotiate contracts that favor your business goals. Understand the power of conducting software a…
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When it comes to inspiring entrepreneurs in South Africa, Heidi Muller, has taken this challenge to a whole new adventure. An adventure race to be exact. And she is not going to settle for runner-up! As CEO of the Adventure Racing World Series (AR World Series), Heidi Muller has expanded this global series of Adventure Racing events by building rel…
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Fred Richardson is a seasoned entrepreneur with a diverse and rich background. His journey began in the realm of IT, where he was deeply involved in startups during the mid-90s and the early part of the 2000s. With a career spanning over 30 years in the IT sector, Fred has demonstrated a keen ability for innovation and a flair for pioneering new ve…
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Think cold calling is outdated? Think again. Despite what some so-called experts on LinkedIn might say, cold calling is thriving. Here's the proof: a whopping 69% of businesses connected with their current vendors through a cold call. Plus, companies embracing cold calling are seeing a whopping 42% boost in growth. This old-school tactic is clearly…
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Expedition Business brings you the highs & lows of our inspiring South African Entrepreneurs and how they manage to keep the flame of business adventure burning. Ian Fuhr is the living definition of a serial entrepreneur in South Africa. His working career is lined with a number of entrepreneurial start-up businesses, which include: His retail chai…
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"It's a mountain and we've got to climb it, or we go down the mountain and walk away and switch the lights off. But this country's too beautiful and the people are too precious to walk away." These are the inspiring words of Wayne Duvenage, at the helm of the OUTA challenge to slow down corruption in South Africa to manageable portions. Christél Ro…
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Quarterly vision meetings are key for setting clear goals and fostering team alignment. These sessions provide a transparent look into leadership's plans, celebrating team achievements and discussing future challenges. They energize the team, create a sense of ownership, and highlight growth opportunities. Learn how these meetings, akin to energeti…
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Consistency is the bedrock of success in both business and personal endeavors. Establishing clear rules and unwaveringly enforcing them turns high standards into routine achievement. This disciplined approach guarantees that objectives are not just met but expected, driving team performance and transforming goals into concrete accomplishments. Disc…
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South African Entrepreneurs come in many shapes and sizes, and you definitely do not have to sit behind a desk to run your business competition into the sea. Brothers Mark & John Collins, co-founders of the most sought-after trail running event in South Africa, the Otter Run, have perfected the marriage between adrenaline and entrepreneurship and m…
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Survivor SA's Shona Macdonald, is a dynamic South African Entrepreneur and the founder of Thursdays Lingerie & Swimwear who brings sexy underwear to Big Boobed women! With her extensive experience in the South African fashion industry and her appearance on popular shows like Survivor South Africa and Shark Tank, Shona has established herself as a r…
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In 2015, Simone launched Musgrave Gin, South Africa’s first craft gin. The idea was first conceptualized while on a trendspotting trip to the UK, after noticing the craft trend shifting between categories with gin making the biggest impact. Consumers are always looking for a story in their product. They want a drinking experience and ingredients wi…
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In this episode, Eric and Jeff are joined by #GrowthGuest Jesse Ouellette. Jesse is the founder of Lead Magic, a software that reveals your anonymous website visitors, so you can convert them to customers. He also founded Agency Source, the #1 digital agency network that helps businesses instantly connect with digital agency partners. With his year…
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A South African Entrepreneur's Success Story despite Stage 4 Cancer! When Regorapetse Serote found out she had cancer, she was devastated. And that was the good news. She soon found out her Stage 3 cancer had spread to Stage 4 cancer and she was 3 months pregnant!! Most entrepreneurs pack up and go home after the slightest hump in the road. Regorap…
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Few can boast a career as illustrious as Deion Sanders. Yet, his transition from NFL superstar to Colorado coach was met with skepticism. Through sheer determination, preparation, and a deep-seated belief in his team's potential, Sanders orchestrated a remarkable turnaround. This episode explores how his philosophy of 'practice like it's a game' ca…
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A South African Entrepreneur Success Story born from a passion for equality Sebastian Daniels has more than ten years of experience in developing businesses in informal (township and rural) South African markets. He is the CEO and founder of Ground Culture, a company that works to connect businesses from the informal market to the formal sector. Gr…
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"If it doesn't have a logo, it doesn't count." Learn how we've created an actionable and unified strategy to crack open new industries and hit record breaking sales targets. By giving our mission a name, logo, and unique script, we've built a framework to make our goal not just a possibility, but a guarantee. Uncover how you can turn your sales quo…
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Having values on paper means nothing unless you're willing to roll up your sleeves and live by them every day. Many companies invest in creating a strong mission statement and defining their core values but falter when it comes to actual implementation. We discuss our philosophy of being an "A Player" company — a culture that demands ambition, adap…
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Paul Smith is a serial entrepreneur and writer. He has founded several companies in various industries, from boat manufacturing to innovation consulting. He currently runs Civitas, a private network for high-growth businesses in South Africa. He has a BCom from Rhodes University and a Master's degree in Entrepreneurship from the University of Preto…
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Who'd think that your choice of salt can make a massive difference in your life!! It might even be the source of everlasting inspiration .... or so it seems if you listen to the endless energy & enthusiasm of Samantha Skyring!! Samantha Skyring is an entrepreneur at heart. She was working 2 jobs at 13 and at 19 her dad threw her in the deep end to …
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Master the art of sales with Allan Langer, the renowned author of 'The 7 Secrets to Selling More by Selling Less.' In this episode, Allan, who boasts nearly thirty years of experience, introduces Jeff and the audience to insights that will revolutionize their approach to sales. Join us as he delves deep into the intricacies of prospect behaviors, d…
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Herman Mashaba is one of South Africa's most well-known successful black entrepreneurs prior to South Africa’s democracy in 1994 and he grew his business adventures even bigger in the New South Africa. Listen to: Herman's advice for entrepreneurs in South Africa today How he manages to regroup, refocus & rejuvenate his soul The mountains that he wa…
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In this episode, host Eric Watkins welcomes Sam Parker, a seasoned business veteran with over 25 years of experience and a wealth of insights on leadership and culture development. Sam is the co-author of the impactful book “212° The Extra Degree." His philosophy centers on the idea that the difference between 211 and 212 degrees, while seemingly s…
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Richard Lewis is a man of many talents and exponential passions. From an entrepreneurial perspective, his work at the Artisans Training Foundation is of immense importance to not only the economy of South Africa but to the future of each individual prospective artisan signing up to change their futures. We also talk about why South Africa needs mor…
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Join us in this exciting episode as Jeff welcomes David Dulany, the Founder & CEO of Tenbound, a leading Research and Advisory firm dedicated to B2B SaaS GTM Sales Development. With years of hands-on experience, shared through his podcast, social channels, website, and book "The Sales Development Framework," David's unique perspective has helped co…
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Corné Krige is known for being a phenomenal Springbok Flanker & Captain. But 12 years of blood, sweat & tears on the rugby field does not shield him from the realities of entrepreneurship. In this podcast, Corné speaks about: * leaving home at the age of 4! * the responsibility that comes from privilege. * business partnerships with fellow rugby te…
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It's time to upgrade your bonus structure. Employees should be bonused on their most crucial activity but their leading actions should determine how much of that bonus they take home. At the end of the day, while you should set up dashboards and progressive discipline tracks, incorporating bonus qualifiers based on both leading and lagging indicato…
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