04/02/2026
The World Cup is almost here and we have a very different kind of match for you.
World Innovators Cup by Michael Lee brings the world’s greatest minds to the pitch. Famous innovators, dreamers, and changemakers become football players. It is history, imagination, and strategy rolled into one quirky, entertaining read.
We need sports fans, innovators, and curious thinkers to join the review team and share honest reviews.
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01/22/2026
It’s About Time tells the untold story behind one of Africa’s most disruptive digital banks. Professor Adrian Saville shares lessons from It's About Tyme.
Beyond the headlines of success, it reveals the grit, near-failures, and human decisions that shaped a purpose-led business. Through honest storytelling and sharp insight, the book explores innovation, inclusion, and what it truly takes to build a company that restores dignity, scales responsibly, and grows the economy.
Leadership Lessons That Built A Billion Dollar Bank
It's About Tyme: Link: https://amzn.to/49doQpUIt’s About Time tells the untold story behind one of Africa’s most disruptive digital banks. Professor Adrian S...
12/31/2025
Have you been dreaming of writing your book and positioning yourself as an authority in your field?
Join us at the Write Learn and Earn Writers’ Retreat from Thursday, 26 February to Sunday, 01 March 2026 at Casablanca Manor. Nestled in a beautiful and rustic farm-style setting, this retreat offers the perfect environment to focus, create, and bring your nonfiction story to life.
You’ll be part of a community of leaders, coaches, and professionals all working together on their legacies. I will be hosting and facilitating, helping you gain momentum on the book you have always dreamed of writing or the one you have seen your peers create but have not yet started.
THE LAST DAY FOR THE EARLY BIRD SPECIAL ENDS 31 DECEMBER. Don’t miss this chance to invest in yourself and your story. Click the link to download the brochure and discover everything this inspiring retreat has to offer.
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12/24/2025
Here in sunny South Africa, Christmas looks a little different. We have our own story, our own vibrant canvas.
Our rich and diverse cultures allow us to borrow from each other, celebrate together and love each other with sunny smiles beneath African skies.
From boerewors to turkey, morogo to purely vegan feasts, every flavour tells a story. Whatever yours may be, may this season bring warmth joy, and connection to you and your loved ones.
Wishing you a truly blessed Christmas filled with laughter, love and the beauty of our shared traditions.
12/12/2025
This interview made me tearful. What Kim Ballantine went through when she lost the ability to speak and love in a way many of us take for granted was so profound. This is a memoir for anyone who has had to walk a journey of faith in severe trials; this book will bring you hope.
Book Talk: Hot Tea with Apricots with Kim Ballantine
In this deeply moving interview, author Kim Ballentine shares her extraordinary journey of losing her voice for over a decade and regaining it against all od...
12/05/2025
One of the biggest shocks for me? You could spend thousands of hours building a brand, pouring your heart, your creativity, and your money into it, and without the right protections in place, someone else could swoop in and claim it.
Claire shared practical tips for securing copyright assignments, navigating trademark classes, and protecting your intellectual property before it’s too late. This isn’t just about books. If you create, innovate, or sell anything, knowing these protections can save you from heartbreak and real financial loss.
Your ideas are precious. Protect them. Value them. Don’t let someone else cash in on what’s rightfully yours.
What Every Author Needs to Know About COPYRIGHT Laws
What every author should know about copyright law. What happens when someone steals your intellectual property as an author?...
11/04/2025
🖋️ Six writers. One bold decision.
From Thursday, 06 November to Sunday, 09 November, six brave writers are stepping out of their comfort zones and diving headfirst into a new book journey. This isn’t just a weekend away. It’s a declaration that their stories matter.
Yes, the world is full of trade wars, deadlines, and demanding jobs. But legacy is not built in comfort. Legacy is forged in chaos, in the moments when creators decide that their words, their ideas, and their truth deserve to be heard.
This is an exclusive event, limited to a small group of writers who are ready to commit to their craft. It is already sold out, proving that courage and creativity are still alive and well in 2025.
Guiding them through this transformative experience is Kim Vermaak, a published author with more than 10 titles to her name. She is currently working on her 14th book and will be the writers’ guide through this emotional rollercoaster that sometimes leaves authors gasping for breath, but always leads to growth and impact.
By Sunday, these six writers won’t just have words on a page. They’ll have a new sense of direction, purpose, and a clearer vision of the legacy they’re building, one paragraph at a time.
📚 Watch this space for behind-the-scenes moments, creative breakthroughs, and stories of transformation from the .
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The next writers' retreat will be Thursday 26 February- Sunday 01 March 2026
10/17/2025
Have you ever felt that the pace of change in your life or work is overwhelming?
In this powerful conversation, we explore how leaders, creators, and authors can move from “I can’t” to “I can”, even when life feels too busy.
Join us as we unpack the habits and mindset tools that help you find mental clarity, emotional agility, and physical health in a fast-changing world. Whether you’re managing a team, writing your first book, or rebuilding after a setback, this video offers real, practical reflections on how to stay focused, calm, and creative.
From “I Can’t” to “I Can”: How Leaders Build Resilience, Clarity & Confidence with Joni Peddie
you ever felt that the pace of change in your life or work is overwhelming? In ...