Janet Pillai's story proves that success isn't about where you start, it's about the courage to keep evolving.
In this episode of the Gen C Podcast, we sit down with entrepreneur, traveller, creative and storyteller Janet Pillai, whose journey began in KwaZulu-Natal and has taken her from side hustles and fine art dreams to building a business that's thrived for more than 24 years.
Janet opens up about growing up without a formal home address, the values her family instilled in her, and how her father's lifelong pursuit of education inspired her own passion for learning. She shares hilarious stories; from accidentally driving to Worcester while looking for Table Mountain, to powerful reflections on entrepreneurship, resilience and embracing new challenges.
We explore how she built MLT Car Hire, why relationships matter more than transactions, and the three biggest lessons every entrepreneur should know about finance, networking and leading with grace.
The conversation also dives into her inspiring COVID projects, including Jetsetting with Janet and the Women's Own Network, her unforgettable experience as a visiting professor and attending the Smithsonian Museum of African Art, and why travel has become one of her greatest teachers.
Of course, it wouldn't be Gen C without plenty of laughs; from Woolworths shopping bags and lactose-free milk to our fan-favourite Say Ma Now game.
Whether you're an entrepreneur, creative, traveller or simply someone looking for inspiration, this episode is packed with practical wisdom, heartfelt stories and plenty of South African flavour.
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