Do you have a plan for your career and the discipline to execute it? Mvula is an accomplished investment professional who doesn't view his profession as a designation to endless opportunities. Instead, he's tailored his profession towards continual growth and excellence within the investment space. Mvula believes that ‘opportunities' in the workplace can be distractions, as a result young professionals can prematurely fall trap to not being consistent within establishing a good base for their professions. “Your education does not end after you graduate.” Themes covered include career control, self-development and focus.

How committed are you to achieving your goal? Marvel has achieved meritorious success in obtaining the highest level of formal education-a doctorate. Having set a goal to stretch himself, Marvel obtained his part time PhD in the time it'd take to typically obtain it full time. Reflecting from experience; his philosophy on balance is to compartmentalize what you prioritize and attend to it fully at the designated time. In all that you do, find balance, and have a support structure to anchor you. Themes covered include work-life balance, part time-studies, and mental wellness.

What does it mean to go against the tide? Glenda understands that any journey worth pursuing comes with obstacles and that has not deterred her. Having successfully established a footprint in the US and Canada towards global education; she chooses to be based in South Africa because the brain drain is a concern for her. With a vision to open a wellness creativity center to advance holistic wellbeing, Glenda is passionate about assisting people in rediscovering themselves. Be intentional about disrupting the narrative. Themes covered include social change, holistic wellbeing, and reimagining education

Do you believe in making a difference however small? For over a decade, Thobile has successfully run an oral hygiene foundation impacting thousands of children in Africa. Thobile quit his paying job to focus on a non-profit of what would later become the Corporate Social Responsibility component of his company. His heart for people, particularly children has driven him to build for generations to come. Thobile is of the conviction that an impact is made in helping one person or multitudes. Don't quit on impacting others. Themes covered include social impact, integrity, and influence

Do you have the discipline to run a successful business and commit to your 9-5? Bongane has achieved meritorious success in both his workplace and business; and doesn't intend on choosing one over the other. At the height of the pandemic, Bongane felt compelled to start a business and navigated through the challenges that came with it. In all he does, Bongane believes that you cannot build alone and that being trustworthy is important. “Decide what's important for you and stick to it”. Themes covered include career, business, and work/life balance

Are you brave enough to challenge the system within your profession at national level? When Nkateko took on the role of career advocacy, she understood that it'd be bigger than her and strived for meaningful impact. Nkateko believes that quality healthcare is not a privilege to a select few, but a human right for all. Equally, a health system which is kind to the health professional and not just to those in the system is what she advocates for. Within her journey, she has successfully navigated through the barriers and challenges of ageism, sexism, and racism. In her servanthood she believes that there's more to life than self-gain. Your calling is bigger than you-make your impact. Themes covered include wellness, social and professional justice

What would your next move be if you were retrenched? Never in a lifetime would Nathi Chabangu have imagined getting laid off in his 20s, but he was. After his world was turned upside down, Nathi was in the fortunate position to pursue his gig economy full time. The journey has not been an easy one, but Nathi holds true to the sentiment of adapting with the times and seeing things through. Themes covered include retrenchment, entrepreneurship, and career reset.

Would you consider a mid-career break in the name of pursuing a self-funded international MBA? Prior to pursuing his MBA full time in the States; Eric Sithole traded his plaited shoes for gumboots to align with his leadership ambitions. The journey of pursuing an international MBA was more reward than the doors obtaining the degree could ever unlock. Eric's reminder to us is that the art of fixing broken things is as important as the art of creating things. Have a plan for your work and work your plan. Themes covered include aiming with a purpose, self-development and career change.

Has working abroad ever crossed your mind? Millicent moved to Australia as part of a graduate program and has since made it her home. Working abroad was never part of the plan but assimilating into the culture was possible. Millicent is proudly South African and prides herself in her countrymen's work ethic and technological leadership in Australia. Circumstances have grown her to advocate for self-efficacy and she reminds us not to forget that we are our own inspiration. Themes covered include Imposter syndrome, industry selection and family.

Are you able to quit a management role within corporate to start your own thing? Bokang Kelepa attributes successfully launching his business to career capital and believes that you need to know your value and offer it. His mining company has grown from a consultancy to mining supply, labor broking, construction, and technology. In stating that your mindset should be that of one who is going somewhere and not leaving from somewhere to keep you going; using what you have and are familiar with will make your transition from corporate to entrepreneurship smoother. Themes covered include transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship, career capital and vision alignment.