RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_ff6e9f03-7b6e-4c96-af12-8b18e597f9ac -- Rendered At Thu, 21 May 2026 01:41:33 +0000 Bigshot Business Podcast https://redcircle.com/shows/bigshot-business-podcast en-US All rights reserved. Bigshot Business Podcast - The What, The Why And The How Of Building A Business In African. Linkford Biz Africa has been referred to as the next business frontier, I disagree! Africa has been ready for business since before slave trade. But with all the potential and visible successes, why has business on the continent remained largely obscure? Why have we measured our success based on numbers of American companies? In this podcast I take a deep dive into how you can build and run a successful business in Africa. Looking at real on the ground experiences that are shaping Africa’s business frontier. I talk to top entrepreneurs, business owners and industry experts to answer the what, the why and the how of building and running a successful business on the African continent. ff6e9f03-7b6e-4c96-af12-8b18e597f9ac Africa has been referred to as the next business frontier, I disagree!

Africa has been ready for business since before slave trade. But with all the potential and visible successes, why has business on the continent remained largely obscure? Why have we measured our success based on numbers of American companies?

In this podcast I take a deep dive into how you can build and run a successful business in Africa. Looking at real on the ground experiences that are shaping Africa’s business frontier.

I talk to top entrepreneurs, business owners and industry experts to answer the what, the why and the how of building and running a successful business on the African continent.

]]> episodic no Linkford Biz email@linkfordbiz.com no full 027. Where Is Your Drinkerbell? - with Peach Piche 027. Where Is Your Drinkerbell? - with Peach Piche 27 Linkford Biz In this episode, I set down with CEO of Fresh Eyes, Peach Piche, to talk about her businesses and in particular the work she is doing with Drinkerbell, another company of hers, in the fight against drink spiking. In this episode, I set down with CEO of Fresh Eyes, Peach Piche, to talk about her businesses and in particular the work she is doing with Drinkerbell, another company of hers, in the fight against drink spiking.


Help keep our woman safe out there. You can support the Jumpster Campaign on this link - http://www.jumpstarter.co.za/projects/drinkerbell/


About Guest

Peach is a businesswoman, entrepreneur and mom of 5 children ranging between the ages of 23 and 17.

To say that her life is full is an understatement, but she chooses to be energised, positive and sees opportunity in everything she does.

Her business, Fresh Eyes, was born 23 years ago out of identifying that the Hospitality industry needed a solution, and the same could be said of the founding of Drinkerbell.

 

Her daughter, Skyla, was out one Friday evening at a restaurant in an upmarket suburb at 19h00 and her drink was spiked. The effects the spiking had on her were horrendous – physically, mentally and emotionally. It took her 2 months to recover and for the blood in her eyes to subside, she could have died. Sadly, some girls have, whilst others were assaulted, robbed or raped. Peach’s philosophy is that everything in life happens for a reason, you can choose to be a “victor” or a “victim” so she chose to partner with Skyla to see how they could turn the “mess” into a “message” and prevent incidents like this from happening to any other girls or women.


The Drinkerbell was founded, but had to do more than just solve a problem and protect women, Peach insisted it include empowering women, which is why all manufacturing is done by women who have been upskilled and employed by Embocraft Trust, as well as have a “give back” arm which is why a portion of all sales goes back to the Jes Foord Foundation to sponsor trauma counselling for women that have been raped. This started off as a heart project which Peach and Sky would love to see become a movement #stopdrinkspiking! Having been a Guest Speaker at many Conferences and Events, Peach is now determined to use her voice to raise awareness, make a difference and save our girls!


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]]> <p>In this episode, I set down with CEO of Fresh Eyes, Peach Piche, to talk about her businesses and in particular the work she is doing with Drinkerbell, another company of hers, in the fight against drink spiking.</p><p><br></p><p>Help keep our woman safe out there. You can support the Jumpster Campaign on this link - <a href="http://www.jumpstarter.co.za/projects/drinkerbell/" rel="nofollow">http://www.jumpstarter.co.za/projects/drinkerbell/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Guest</strong></p><p>Peach is a businesswoman, entrepreneur and mom of 5 children ranging between the ages of 23 and 17.</p><p>To say that her life is full is an understatement, but she chooses to be energised, positive and sees opportunity in everything she does.</p><p>Her business, Fresh Eyes, was born 23 years ago out of identifying that the Hospitality industry needed a solution, and the same could be said of the founding of Drinkerbell.</p><p> </p><p>Her daughter, Skyla, was out one Friday evening at a restaurant in an upmarket suburb at 19h00 and her drink was spiked. The effects the spiking had on her were horrendous – physically, mentally and emotionally. It took her 2 months to recover and for the blood in her eyes to subside, she could have died. Sadly, some girls have, whilst others were assaulted, robbed or raped. Peach’s philosophy is that everything in life happens for a reason, you can choose to be a “victor” or a “victim” so she chose to partner with Skyla to see how they could turn the “mess” into a “message” and prevent incidents like this from happening to any other girls or women.</p><p><br></p><p>The Drinkerbell was founded, but had to do more than just solve a problem and protect women, Peach insisted it include empowering women, which is why all manufacturing is done by women who have been upskilled and employed by Embocraft Trust, as well as have a “give back” arm which is why a portion of all sales goes back to the Jes Foord Foundation to sponsor trauma counselling for women that have been raped. This started off as a heart project which Peach and Sky would love to see become a movement #stopdrinkspiking! Having been a Guest Speaker at many Conferences and Events, Peach is now determined to use her voice to raise awareness, make a difference and save our girls!</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>LINKS</u></strong></p><p>Connect with me</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Peach Piche</p><p><a href="https://www.fresheyescx.com/" rel="nofollow">Fresh Eyes</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/tellpeach" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="linkedin.com/in/peachfresheyes" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://drinkerbell.co.za/" rel="nofollow">Drinkerbell</a></p> 45fbe940-f858-4e64-919c-b18e2eac2d6c https://likeabigshot.com/podcast Tue, 13 Apr 2021 22:00:00 +0000 2512 no full 026. Your Network Will Give You Access with Uwem Uwemakpan 026. Your Network Will Give You Access with Uwem Uwemakpan 26 Linkford Biz I sat down with VP of Fund Operations at Ingressive, Uwem Uwemakpan, to talk about his entrepreneurial journey... I sat down with VP of Fund Operations at Ingressive, Uwem Uwemakpan, to talk about his entrepreneurial journey and what he is seeing on the continent in terms of where Africa is going on the business front.


Join me, as we explore the what and how of building a business in Africa.


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Uwem is a Startup Coach and investor in early-stage startups. He helps entrepreneurs gain the clarity they need to turn their idea/passions into profitable businesses. Uwem is the VP, Fund Operations at Ingressive Capital.


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]]> <p>I sat down with VP of Fund Operations at Ingressive, Uwem Uwemakpan, to talk about his entrepreneurial journey and what he is seeing on the continent in terms of where Africa is going on the business front.</p><p><br></p><p>Join me, as we explore the what and how of building a business in Africa.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Guest</strong></p><p>Uwem is a Startup Coach and investor in early-stage startups. He helps entrepreneurs gain the clarity they need to turn their idea/passions into profitable businesses. Uwem is the VP, Fund Operations at Ingressive Capital.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>LINKS</u></strong></p><p>Connect with me</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Uwem Uwemakpan</p><p><a href="https://uwemakpan.me/" rel="nofollow">Personal Website</a></p><p><a href="http://www.theafropreneur.net/" rel="nofollow">Blog</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/uwemuwemakpan/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/monsieuruwem/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p> 29c0cbd7-89b4-4a38-82af-f3b26d8d83b0 https://likeabigshot.com/podcast Tue, 30 Mar 2021 22:00:00 +0000 2463 no full 025. We Need Blended Leadership with Jumane Mtambalike 025. We Need Blended Leadership with Jumane Mtambalike 25 Linkford Biz Sat down with Sahara Ventures CEO, Jumane Mtambalike to discuss his entrepreneurial journey and what he, as a futurist, is seeing in the near future, including how we get there. Sat down with Sahara Ventures CEO, Jumane Mtambalike to discuss his entrepreneurial journey and what he, as a futurist, is seeing in the near future, including how we get there.


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]]> <p>Sat down with Sahara Ventures CEO, Jumane Mtambalike to discuss his entrepreneurial journey and what he, as a futurist, is seeing in the near future, including how we get there.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>LINKS</u></strong></p><p>Connect with me</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Jumanne Mtambalike</p><p><a href="https://afruturist.africa/" rel="nofollow">Afruturist</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/Afruturist" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p> 1aefd7f9-698b-46d8-b483-7051be5e3937 https://likeabigshot.com/podcast Wed, 10 Mar 2021 10:01:38 +0000 3294 no full 024. Why Achievers Fail, Even After Great Successes. 024. Why Achievers Fail, Even After Great Successes. 24 Linkford Biz What you need to know about setting goals. Why most people end up becoming one hit wonders and never get to know what causes the lapse in drive. What you need to know about setting goals. Why most people end up becoming one hit wonders and never get to know what causes the lapse in drive.


I think I have found it. I think I found the why, my drive in business dropped and how I solved it.


Join me in this episode as I explore the reason many entrepreneurs fail even after great successes.


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]]> <p>What you need to know about setting goals. Why most people end up becoming one hit wonders and never get to know what causes the lapse in drive. </p><p><br></p><p>I think I have found it. I think I found the why, my drive in business dropped and how I solved it.</p><p><br></p><p>Join me in this episode as I explore the reason many entrepreneurs fail even after great successes.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>LINKS</u></strong></p><p>Connect with me</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p> 6f27851a-1beb-4f01-ac23-1d661be8f9c9 https://likeabigshot.com/podcast Tue, 23 Feb 2021 22:00:00 +0000 2438 no full 023. Talking Entrepreneurship with Tumi Moagi 023. Talking Entrepreneurship with Tumi Moagi 23 Linkford Biz This week my guest goes into her entrepreneurial journey from her very first business to where she is now. Meet Tumi Moagi, Co-Founder of Growth Factor Technologies. It's tough enough starting a business but turns out it can be tough when your business succeeds too. The solution? Learn from your competition. Push coopetition over competition and learn on the go.


This week my guest goes into her entrepreneurial journey from her very first business to where she is now. Meet Tumi Moagi, Co-Founder of Growth Factor Technologies.


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Itumeleng Moagi trained with the Meltwater School of Entrepreneurship (MEST) in Ghana, West Africa which focuses on training African entrepreneurs looking to make a global impact through software companies. She graduated in IT Programming and proceeded to work as a Media Analyst, she assumed multiple leadership roles in the industry which exposed her to the infinite opportune world of entrepreneurship. In 2012 she co-founded and assumed the role of a managing director at her Media Monitoring agency which she successfully ran for 5 years. Her roles have exposed her to diverse industries which gave her an opportunity to further develop her B-2-B Sales and Marketing skills and to which she is currently putting into practice at Growth Factor.


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]]> <p>It&#39;s tough enough starting a business but turns out it can be tough when your business succeeds too. The solution? Learn from your competition. Push coopetition over competition and learn on the go.</p><p><br></p><p>This week my guest goes into her entrepreneurial journey from her very first business to where she is now. Meet Tumi Moagi, Co-Founder of Growth Factor Technologies.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>About Guest</u></strong></p><p>Itumeleng Moagi trained with the Meltwater School of Entrepreneurship (MEST) in Ghana, West Africa which focuses on training African entrepreneurs looking to make a global impact through software companies. She graduated in IT Programming and proceeded to work as a Media Analyst, she assumed multiple leadership roles in the industry which exposed her to the infinite opportune world of entrepreneurship. In 2012 she co-founded and assumed the role of a managing director at her Media Monitoring agency which she successfully ran for 5 years. Her roles have exposed her to diverse industries which gave her an opportunity to further develop her B-2-B Sales and Marketing skills and to which she is currently putting into practice at Growth Factor.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>LINKS</u></strong></p><p>Connect with me</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Tumi Moagi</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tumi-moagi/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://nvoicia.com/" rel="nofollow">Growth Factor</a></p> 00dfa18b-c42c-4bcf-8297-a29cf48dd03e https://likeabigshot.com/podcast Tue, 16 Feb 2021 22:00:00 +0000 3390 no full 022. You Need A Little Arrogance with Mlamli Mangcala 022. You Need A Little Arrogance with Mlamli Mangcala 22 Linkford Biz Mlamli Mangcala deserves entrepreneur of the year award after pushing his brand, Abantu, direct to the clients because major distributors had refused to put his products on their shelves. Mlamli Mangcala deserves entrepreneur of the year award after pushing his brand, Abantu, direct to the clients because major distributors had refused to put his products on their shelves.


His story is a perfect example of when arrogance is handy as part of your entrepreneurial arsenal.


He goes to tell us about profound lessons from his childhood that cemented a spirit of defiance in him that has driven him in life.


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]]> <p>Mlamli Mangcala deserves entrepreneur of the year award after pushing his brand, Abantu, direct to the clients because major distributors had refused to put his products on their shelves.</p><p><br></p><p>His story is a perfect example of when arrogance is handy as part of your entrepreneurial arsenal.</p><p><br></p><p>He goes to tell us about profound lessons from his childhood that cemented a spirit of defiance in him that has driven him in life.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>LINKS</u></strong></p><p>Connect with me</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Mlamli Mangcala</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlamli-mangcala-89831252/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> </p> 72fe106c-2b77-4c9a-a272-061b9a195529 https://likeabigshot.com/podcast Tue, 09 Feb 2021 22:00:00 +0000 2778 no full 021. Why You Should Do Business in Africa 021. Why You Should Do Business in Africa 21 Linkford Biz In this episode I look at what the world is saying about doing business in Africa. What they are telling investors about Africa that Africans are not telling each other. Who would you rather build businesses in Africa? The Germans? The Americans? The Chinese? The English and the French already had their share. But who really should be doing the most of business on the continent. Isn't it the African?


In this episode I look at what the world is saying about doing business in Africa. What they are telling investors about Africa that Africans are not telling each other.


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Growth Africa article - https://growthafrica.com/advisory-services/business/why-do-business-in-africa/


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]]> <p>Who would you rather build businesses in Africa? The Germans? The Americans? The Chinese? The English and the French already had their share. But who really should be doing the most of business on the continent. Isn&#39;t it the African?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode I look at what the world is saying about doing business in Africa. What they are telling investors about Africa that Africans are not telling each other.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Links</u></strong></p><p>Brookings article - https://www.brookings.edu/research/spotlighting-opportunities-for-business-in-africa-and-strategies-to-succeed-in-the-worlds-next-big-growth-market/ </p><p><br></p><p>Growth Africa article - https://growthafrica.com/advisory-services/business/why-do-business-in-africa/ </p><p><br></p><p>Sponsored by <a href="https://beohsome.co.za" rel="nofollow"><strong>Ohsome Labs</strong></a></p><p><a href="http://likeabigshot.com/" rel="nofollow">Join Bigshot Business Network</a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with me</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p> cf0b404f-c83c-47e0-9666-5f7e6a5ae1d1 https://likeabigshot.com/podcast Wed, 03 Feb 2021 10:10:13 +0000 2177 no full 020. How To Get Your Business Funded with Dagmar Breiling 020. How To Get Your Business Funded with Dagmar Breiling 20 Linkford Biz Funding is not the problem but setting up a fundable business. She goes into detail to address how entrepreneurs can get their businesses ready and fundable. Join me as we look into how to get your business funded. Dagmar Breiling is a serial entrepreneur and an international funding strategist with a long history working with governments on economic development and helping entrepreneurs get funding and grants for their businesses.


However as you will find in this episode, funding is not the problem but setting up a fundable business. She goes into detail to address how entrepreneurs can get their businesses ready and fundable.


Join me as we look into how to get your business funded.


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Dagmar Breiling is a serial entrepreneur and an international Funding Strategist with a master’s degree in economics from the University of Kiel, Germany. Dagmar has worked as a project manager at the German Economic Development Corporation. She has given support to start-up and expanding businesses. Dagmar has diverged into the lecturing scene, conducting and organising various workshops. Dagmar Breiling has also offered a variety of internships and apprenticeships for the disadvantaged youth to share her skills and expertise. After establishing an extensive and reputable career in Germany, Dagmar relocated to South Africa and started Funding Connection, where she now aims to grow the South African economy one business at the time.


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]]> <p>Dagmar Breiling is a serial entrepreneur and an international funding strategist with a long history working with governments on economic development and helping entrepreneurs get funding and grants for their businesses.</p><p><br></p><p>However as you will find in this episode, funding is not the problem but setting up a fundable business. She goes into detail to address how entrepreneurs can get their businesses ready and fundable.</p><p><br></p><p>Join me as we look into how to get your business funded.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>About guest</u></strong></p><p>Dagmar Breiling is a serial entrepreneur and an international Funding Strategist with a master’s degree in economics from the University of Kiel, Germany. Dagmar has worked as a project manager at the German Economic Development Corporation. She has given support to start-up and expanding businesses. Dagmar has diverged into the lecturing scene, conducting and organising various workshops. Dagmar Breiling has also offered a variety of internships and apprenticeships for the disadvantaged youth to share her skills and expertise. After establishing an extensive and reputable career in Germany, Dagmar relocated to South Africa and started Funding Connection, where she now aims to grow the South African economy one business at the time.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>LINKS</u></strong></p><p>Connect with me</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Dagmar Breiling</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dagmar-breiling-6464a158/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/AfricaFunding" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.dagmarbreiling.com/" rel="nofollow">Personal Website</a></p><p><a href="https://www.fundingconnection.co.za/" rel="nofollow">Funding Connection</a></p> fd39f1f4-84ff-4e90-8c86-2087da257577 https://likeabigshot.com/podcast Tue, 26 Jan 2021 22:00:00 +0000 2735 no full 019. How To Build A Resilient Business 019. How To Build A Resilient Business 19 Linkford Biz 70% of Africa's urban area and cities are yet to be built, according to a world bank report. This presents entrepreneurs on the continent the opportunity to build those cities and urban areas and also with that the opportunity to build in resilience instead of being reactive. In this episode I encourage everyone to have a skunkworks department where innovation is not hindered by any bureaucracy to fully enjoy a level of autonomy. Call it a magician's hat, you can pull anything out of it. Every business needs SKUNKWORKS! Especially on the African continent.


It's estimated that 118 million people living on less than USD1.25 in Africa will have been exposed to draughts, floods, earthquakes, extreme heat, and other harsh weather conditions by 2030. This calls for the building of resilient cities and resilient businesses.


70% of Africa's urban area and cities are yet to be built, according to a world bank report. This presents entrepreneurs on the continent the opportunity to build those cities and urban areas and also with that the opportunity to build in resilience instead of being reactive.


In this episode I encourage everyone to have a skunkworks department where innovation is not hindered by any bureaucracy to fully enjoy a level of autonomy. Call it a magician's hat, you can pull anything out of it.


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]]> <p>Every business needs SKUNKWORKS! Especially on the African continent.</p><p><br></p><p>It&#39;s estimated that 118 million people living on less than USD1.25 in Africa will have been exposed to draughts, floods, earthquakes, extreme heat, and other harsh weather conditions by 2030. This calls for the building of resilient cities and resilient businesses.</p><p><br></p><p>70% of Africa&#39;s urban area and cities are yet to be built, according to a world bank report. This presents entrepreneurs on the continent the opportunity to build those cities and urban areas and also with that the opportunity to build in resilience instead of being reactive.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode I encourage everyone to have a skunkworks department where innovation is not hindered by any <span>bureaucracy to fully enjoy a level of autonomy. Call it a magician&#39;s hat, you can pull anything out of it.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>LINKS</u></strong></p><p>Connect with me</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>References</u></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/disasterriskmanagement/brief/building-resilience-in-africa" rel="nofollow">World Bank Report</a></p><p><a href="https://www.pwc.co.za/en/publications/building-resilience-into-business-strategy.html" rel="nofollow">PWC Report</a></p> 36ea02e0-38b2-474a-ae3e-3505227723bc https://likeabigshot.com/podcast Wed, 20 Jan 2021 06:32:47 +0000 2582 no full 018. How To Industrialise Africa 018. How To Industrialise Africa 18 Linkford Biz 60 to 70% of African capital is shipped to Europe and other destinations including the United States. So why do we keep saying Africa needs capital to industrialise? Global Justice Now published a report that says more wealth leaves Africa every year than enters it. In 2015 $165bn entered but $203bn was taken from the continent. That's a deficit of almost $40bn!


60 to 70% of African capital is shipped to Europe and other destinations including the United States. So why do we keep saying Africa needs capital to industrialise?


Join me in this episode as I explore how we can industrialise Africa.


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]]> <p>Global Justice Now published a report that says more wealth leaves Africa every year than enters it. In 2015 $165bn entered but $203bn was taken from the continent. That&#39;s a deficit of almost $40bn!</p><p><br></p><p>60 to 70% of African capital is shipped to Europe and other destinations including the United States. So why do we keep saying Africa needs capital to industrialise?</p><p><br></p><p>Join me in this episode as I explore how we can industrialise Africa.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>LINKS</u></strong></p><p>Connect with me</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p> c5a023d6-5c8a-4f20-9b24-9017d4710e94 https://likeabigshot.com/podcast Tue, 12 Jan 2021 22:00:00 +0000 2100 no full 017. Who Owns Africa? Part 2 017. Who Owns Africa? Part 2 17 Linkford Biz Talking AFCFTA and African ownership in this episode I explowe what it means to own the continent and look at some of the most mundane things that we have allowed other countries to own yet they control the African image. 43 Billion US Dollar was spent by Africa in 2019, not on development or investment but on importing food. How is it that with the world's largest arable land by area, Africa is not able to feed itself?


Talking AFCFTA and African ownership in this episode I explowe what it means to own the continent and look at some of the most mundane things that we have allowed other countries to own yet they control the African image.


I also asked some entrepreneurs what it means to own the continent. Don't miss out!


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]]> <p>43 Billion US Dollar was spent by Africa in 2019, not on development or investment but on importing food. How is it that with the world&#39;s largest arable land by area, Africa is not able to feed itself?</p><p><br></p><p>Talking AFCFTA and African ownership in this episode I explowe what it means to own the continent and look at some of the most mundane things that we have allowed other countries to own yet they control the African image.</p><p><br></p><p>I also asked some entrepreneurs what it means to own the continent. Don&#39;t miss out!</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>LINKS</u></strong></p><p>Connect with Linkford Biz</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p> d19a7d78-2e3e-46ff-81fa-7704c73a95d3 https://likeabigshot.com/podcast Tue, 05 Jan 2021 22:00:00 +0000 3266 no full 016. Who Owns Africa? 016. Who Owns Africa? 16 Linkford Biz Who owns Africa? In this episode, I dive into what it means to own the continent, from controlling what we call education to all means of production and the policies that control them. This question needs and answer now because every decade or so it comes back to the surface.

Who owns Africa?


In this episode, I dive into what it means to own the continent, from controlling what we call education to all means of production and the policies that control them.


We have to start the conversation and follow with the action steps to put Africa first again.


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]]> <p>This question needs and answer now because every decade or so it comes back to the surface.</p><p>Who owns Africa?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, I dive into what it means to own the continent, from controlling what we call education to all means of production and the policies that control them. </p><p><br></p><p>We have to start the conversation and follow with the action steps to put Africa first again.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>LINKS</u></strong></p><p>Connect with Linkford Biz</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p> cb9673b5-1ba5-4c68-961b-e124b893b8c9 https://likeabigshot.com/podcast Tue, 29 Dec 2020 22:00:00 +0000 2649 no full 015. Africa Must Prepare for Foreign Divestment with Kouassi Yeboua 015. Africa Must Prepare for Foreign Divestment with Kouassi Yeboua 15 Linkford Biz Lack of political will and commitment got us here. If Africa is to create a robust economy and a strong reliable mechanism for growth and development we must start showing political will and commitment to that future. This week's guest believes we have skipped an important step in the path of economic development. Kouassi Yeboua urges investing in the manufacturing and agro processing sectors as pillars of the continent's development. Lack of political will and commitment got us here. If Africa is to create a robust economy and a strong reliable mechanism for growth and development we must start showing political will and commitment to that future.


This week's guest believes we have skipped an important step in the path of economic development. Kouassi Yeboua urges investing in the manufacturing and agro processing sectors as pillars of the continent's development.


About Guest

Kouassı Yeboua from Cote d'Ivoire. An Economist by training and a researcher in the African Futures and Innovation Programme at the

the Institute of Security Studies(ISS), a think tank based in Pretoria ,South Africa.  Before joining the ISS, He was Export Representative at Sarina Glass Ltd, Istanbul, Turkey.


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Kouassi's article - https://issafrica.org/iss-today/africa-must-prepare-better-for-foreign-divestment

]]> <p>Lack of political will and commitment got us here. If Africa is to create a robust economy and a strong reliable mechanism for growth and development we must start showing political will and commitment to that future.</p><p><br></p><p>This week&#39;s guest believes we have skipped an important step in the path of economic development. Kouassi Yeboua urges investing in the manufacturing and agro processing sectors as pillars of the continent&#39;s development.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>About Guest</u></strong></p><p>Kouassı Yeboua from Cote d&#39;Ivoire. An Economist by training and a <span>researcher in the African Futures and Innovation Programme at the </span></p><p>the Institute of Security Studies(<span>ISS)</span>, a think tank based in Pretoria ,South Africa. <span> Before joining the ISS, He was Export Representative at Sarina Glass Ltd, Istanbul, Turkey.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>LINKS</u></strong></p><p>Connect with Linkford Biz</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p>Connect with Kouassi Yeboua</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kouassi-yeboua-ph-d-b90bab40/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Kouassi&#39;s article</strong> - <a href="https://issafrica.org/iss-today/africa-must-prepare-better-for-foreign-divestment" rel="nofollow">https://issafrica.org/iss-today/africa-must-prepare-better-for-foreign-divestment</a> </p> b64e2db1-bc60-47f0-a61f-7e213302adfa https://likeabigshot.com/podcast Tue, 22 Dec 2020 22:00:00 +0000 3553 no full 014. Prayer: How You Can Achieve More in Business with Ndivhuwo Vhuatsha 014. Prayer: How You Can Achieve More in Business with Ndivhuwo Vhuatsha 14 Linkford Biz In today's world it's getting harder and harder to publicly incorporate one's spiritual life and business. In most cases people would rather keep it apart, especially on the continent. This week's guest, Ndivhuwo Vhuatsha, believes these two should never be apart. He believes prayer can actually help you achieve more in business making it an integral part of your growth. In today's world it's getting harder and harder to publicly incorporate one's spiritual life and business. In most cases people would rather keep it apart, especially on the continent.


This week's guest, Ndivhuwo Vhuatsha, believes these two should never be apart. He believes prayer can actually help you achieve more in business making it an integral part of your growth.


About Guest


Ndivhuwo Vhuatsha a 24-year-old Award winning author who is the founder of Laughtorison Group of companies which operates in the IT sector and Business Services. Ndivhuwo has over the years developed a reputation as a solutions man and he is known for his ability to solve problems, especially those encountered by the many business owners who use his consulting services.


A keen learner and an optimist at heart, he believes that there is nothing that can stand in the way of a person who has a positive attitude and a willingness to do the necessary work. Ndivhuwo is experienced in the fields of Accounting, Auditing as well as Business Consulting and these diverse skills have allowed him to help numerous businesses and entrepreneurs to ascend to greater heights. His IT skills in particular have been widely praised and have even garnered him an award. But the most rewarding aspect for him has been being able to help businesses establish markets online so they can take advantage of the available opportunities in this modern tech era.


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]]> <p>In today&#39;s world it&#39;s getting harder and harder to publicly incorporate one&#39;s spiritual life and business. In most cases people would rather keep it apart, especially on the continent.</p><p><br></p><p>This week&#39;s guest, Ndivhuwo Vhuatsha, believes these two should never be apart. He believes prayer can actually help you achieve more in business making it an integral part of your growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>About Guest</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Ndivhuwo Vhuatsha a 24-year-old Award winning author who is the founder of Laughtorison Group of companies which operates in the IT sector and Business Services. Ndivhuwo has over the years developed a reputation as a solutions man and he is known for his ability to solve problems, especially those encountered by the many business owners who use his consulting services. </p><p><br></p><p>A keen learner and an optimist at heart, he believes that there is nothing that can stand in the way of a person who has a positive attitude and a willingness to do the necessary work. Ndivhuwo is experienced in the fields of Accounting, Auditing as well as Business Consulting and these diverse skills have allowed him to help numerous businesses and entrepreneurs to ascend to greater heights. His IT skills in particular have been widely praised and have even garnered him an award. But the most rewarding aspect for him has been being able to help businesses establish markets online so they can take advantage of the available opportunities in this modern tech era.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>LINKS</u></strong></p><p>Connect with Linkford Biz</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p>Connect with Ndivhuwo Vhuatsha</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/ndivhuwo/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ndivhuwo-laughter-vhuatsha-ba-sa-830762138/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/vhuatsha" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/laughtorison_group_of_co/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ndivhuwo.nduvheni" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.laughtorison.co.za/" rel="nofollow">Laughtorison</a></p> 1516d098-b8f9-4c5f-9662-7f5166b70272 https://likeabigshot.com/podcast Tue, 15 Dec 2020 22:00:00 +0000 3534 no full 013. How To Empower People Through Tech with Mohamed Dhaouafi 013. How To Empower People Through Tech with Mohamed Dhaouafi 13 Linkford Biz In this episode, I speak to CURE Bionics CEO, Mohamed Dhaouafi, about the headway his company is making in the creating of 3D printed prosthetics for the disabled. This may sound like something out of a Marvel comic or movie but it is indeed the makings of an African iron man.


In this episode, I speak to CURE Bionics CEO, Mohamed Dhaouafi, about the headway his company is making in the creating of 3D printed prosthetics for the disabled.


We go on to discuss some of the challenges on the ground for start ups in Tunisia and hear what Mohamed thinks could be the solution to set Africa on the path as the entrepreneurial continent.


Mohamed also believes that Africa is the future but it's up to us for that future to be ours or other people's. He says, "Tunisia will not prosper if Tunisian don't do something about it."


About Guest

Mohamed DHAOUAFI is the CEO & Founder of CURE BIONICS, a Tunisian startup working on 3D-printed bionic prosthetics and therapeutic solutions.

He is also the co-founder & COO of AGARUW, an ecological and sustainable fashion tech startup.


Mohamed holds an electronics engineering degree and a masters degree in Management of NGOs.

He is a 2020 FORBES Middle East 30 Under 30, a 2020 MIT Technology Review 35 under 35 Innovator, one of the Next Generation Leaders by the TIME magazine, Africa 35 Under 35 Leaders and a 2019 Obama Foundation Africa Leader.


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]]> <p>This may sound like something out of a Marvel comic or movie but it is indeed the makings of an African iron man.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, I speak to CURE Bionics CEO, Mohamed Dhaouafi, about the headway his company is making in the creating of 3D printed prosthetics for the disabled.</p><p><br></p><p>We go on to discuss some of the challenges on the ground for start ups in Tunisia and hear what Mohamed thinks could be the solution to set Africa on the path as the entrepreneurial continent.</p><p><br></p><p>Mohamed also believes that Africa is the future but it&#39;s up to us for that future to be ours or other people&#39;s. He says, &#34;Tunisia will not prosper if Tunisian don&#39;t do something about it.&#34;</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>About Guest</u></strong></p><p>Mohamed DHAOUAFI is the CEO &amp; Founder of CURE BIONICS, a Tunisian startup working on 3D-printed bionic prosthetics and therapeutic solutions.</p><p>He is also the co-founder &amp; COO of AGARUW, an ecological and sustainable fashion tech startup.</p><p><br></p><p>Mohamed holds an electronics engineering degree and a masters degree in Management of NGOs.</p><p>He is a 2020 FORBES Middle East 30 Under 30, a 2020 MIT Technology Review 35 under 35 Innovator, one of the Next Generation Leaders by the TIME magazine, Africa 35 Under 35 Leaders and a 2019 Obama Foundation Africa Leader.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>LINKS</u></strong></p><p>Connect with Linkford Biz</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p>Connect with Mohamed Dhaouafi</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohameddhaouafi/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://dhaouafimed.wixsite.com/curetunisie" rel="nofollow">Cure Bionics</a></p> a7a5518f-60f2-4b69-bfc2-89f407b6a997 https://likeabigshot.com/podcast Tue, 08 Dec 2020 22:00:00 +0000 2741 no full 012. First And Foremost, The Over 60s Must Go with Bright Hlongwane 012. First And Foremost, The Over 60s Must Go with Bright Hlongwane 12 Linkford Biz In this episode, Linkford Biz talks to Bright Hlongwane, the Managing Director of Isimangaliso Group, a media company and marketing company, and SG of YIBSA (Youth In Business South Africa) taking the megaphone approach to promote youth entrepreneurship in South Africa and in Africa as a whole. Youth entrepreneurship has been hailed by many voices as the solution to Africa's high unemployment rate and high levels of poverty. With the continent having over 60% youth, even if only 20% of that would become successful entrepreneurs, Africa would be in safe hands.


In this episode, Linkford Biz talks to Bright Hlongwane, the Managing Director of Isimangaliso Group, a media company and marketing company, and SG of YIBSA (Youth In Business South Africa) taking the megaphone approach to promote youth entrepreneurship in South Africa and in Africa as a whole.


About Guest

Bright Hlongwane takes a vision and makes it a reality through sound strategy development. He intuitively sees the threads of opportunity that wind through an organization, brings them together into a coherent whole, helps others extend their thinking, and drives material business advantage. He is an inspirational leader who tells stories that inspire action while at the same time is grounded in information that levers the business. Respected as a credible voice in decision making, finding strategic partners, and establishing sustainable businesses, Bright Hlongwane earns a seat at the table wherever he serves.  Currently, Bright Hlongwane serves as Managing Director at Isimangaliso Group Pty Ltd, a privately-held, branding, media and marketing communications company, Isimangaliso Group Pty Ltd also has diverse interests in Technology, Media, & Renewable Energy. Bright Hlongwane oversees the operations of this organization. He is now spearheading major strategic shifts for transforming entrepreneurship from a functional focus to an enabler of innovation for the business and integrating entrepreneurship with young ordinary South Africans through the Youth in Business South Africa, an organization he intends to use as a tool to achieve his dream of seeing a South Africa filled with more job makers than job seekers. Bright Hlongwane holds a National Diploma in Public Administration and Management from the Mangosuthu University of Technology. He also holds a Certificate in Advanced Entrepreneurship he was awarded by TrepCamp at the Stanford University in the USA. He serves on several Boards including Indlulamithi Communications. Youth in Business South Africa, Black Youth Business Council, and Grind Circle. He has been awarded the KwaZuluNatal Young Achievers Awards Entrepreneurship Category 2017. He has delivered keynotes in 6 countries of the world on “Creating Stronger Economies through Youth Entrepreneurship” 

Bright Hlongwane was born on the 7th of May 1997 in Umlazi, South of Durban, KwaZuluNatal.


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]]> <p>Youth entrepreneurship has been hailed by many voices as the solution to Africa&#39;s high unemployment rate and high levels of poverty. With the continent having over 60% youth, even if only 20% of that would become successful entrepreneurs, Africa would be in safe hands.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Linkford Biz talks to Bright Hlongwane, the Managing Director of Isimangaliso Group, a media company and marketing company, and SG of YIBSA (Youth In Business South Africa) taking the megaphone approach to promote youth entrepreneurship in South Africa and in Africa as a whole.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Guest</strong></p><p>Bright Hlongwane takes a vision and makes it a reality through sound strategy development. He intuitively sees the threads of opportunity that wind through an organization, brings them together into a coherent whole, helps others extend their thinking, and drives material business advantage. He is an inspirational leader who tells stories that inspire action while at the same time is grounded in information that levers the business. Respected as a credible voice in decision making, finding strategic partners, and establishing sustainable businesses, Bright Hlongwane earns a seat at the table wherever he serves.  Currently, Bright Hlongwane serves as Managing Director at Isimangaliso Group Pty Ltd, a privately-held, branding, media and marketing communications company, Isimangaliso Group Pty Ltd also has diverse interests in Technology, Media, &amp; Renewable Energy. Bright Hlongwane oversees the operations of this organization. He is now spearheading major strategic shifts for transforming entrepreneurship from a functional focus to an enabler of innovation for the business and integrating entrepreneurship with young ordinary South Africans through the Youth in Business South Africa, an organization he intends to use as a tool to achieve his dream of seeing a South Africa filled with more job makers than job seekers. Bright Hlongwane holds a National Diploma in Public Administration and Management from the Mangosuthu University of Technology. He also holds a Certificate in Advanced Entrepreneurship he was awarded by TrepCamp at the Stanford University in the USA. He serves on several Boards including Indlulamithi Communications. Youth in Business South Africa, Black Youth Business Council, and Grind Circle. He has been awarded the KwaZuluNatal Young Achievers Awards Entrepreneurship Category 2017. He has delivered keynotes in 6 countries of the world on “Creating Stronger Economies through Youth Entrepreneurship” </p><p>Bright Hlongwane was born on the 7th of May 1997 in Umlazi, South of Durban, KwaZuluNatal.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LINKS</strong></p><p>Connect with Linkford Biz</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p>Connect with Bright Hlongwane</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/brightmhlongwane/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="http://www.isimangalisog.co.za/" rel="nofollow">Isimangaliso Group</a></p> 2ca8f46a-f27b-4563-a3c5-1ec992a5de9e https://likeabigshot.com Tue, 01 Dec 2020 22:00:00 +0000 3493 no full 011. How to build a great brand with Silke Bucker 011. How to build a great brand with Silke Bucker 11 Linkford Biz Join Linkford Biz on this week's episode as he speaks to Brand Director of Castle Lite Africa, Silke Bucker. Silke helps us understand what it really takes to build a vibrant, relevant and enduring brand. Join Linkford Biz on this week's episode as he speaks to Brand Director of Castle Lite Africa, Silke Bucker. Silke helps us understand what it really takes to build a vibrant, relevant and enduring brand.


About Guest

With 12 years commercial marketing experience under her belt, Silke Bucker is a brave leader within the marketing world. Currently the Castle Lite Brand director, she believes that brands have the responsibility to shape culture and that is only possible when marketers are agile and courageous.

 

Working on numerous brands in her career, some highlights include running the most awarded through the line campaign in the world, The Carling Black Label Cup;

taking Castle Lite Unlocks from a South African experience to an immersive campaign in 11 different markets;

navigating the biggest African premium beer brand, Castle Lite, through its first positioning change in 11 years;

and actively serving as a Diversity and Inclusion ambassador in an industry starting to change.

 

Silke also launched Carling Blue Label in 2015 as well as several Castle Lite pack formats in countries like Tanzania, Uganda, Mozambique and South Africa. She believes the success of these innovations are rooted in a clear understanding of consumer needs, giving them a solution wrapped in a story credible to your brand.

 

Silke’s team philosophy is the power of dreamteams and her biggest passion is building a high performance culture out of individuals who are different and unique, empowering them with the confidence to deliver outstanding work together.

 

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]]> <p>Join Linkford Biz on this week&#39;s episode as he speaks to Brand Director of Castle Lite Africa, Silke Bucker. Silke helps us understand what it really takes to build a vibrant, relevant and enduring brand.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>About Guest</u></strong></p><p>With 12 years commercial marketing experience under her belt, Silke Bucker is a brave leader within the marketing world. Currently the Castle Lite Brand director, she believes that brands have the responsibility to shape culture and that is only possible when marketers are agile and courageous.</p><p> </p><p>Working on numerous brands in her career, some highlights include running the most awarded through the line campaign in the world, The Carling Black Label Cup; </p><p>taking Castle Lite Unlocks from a South African experience to an immersive campaign in 11 different markets; </p><p>navigating the biggest African premium beer brand, Castle Lite, through its first positioning change in 11 years; </p><p>and actively serving as a Diversity and Inclusion ambassador in an industry starting to change.</p><p> </p><p>Silke also launched Carling Blue Label in 2015 as well as several Castle Lite pack formats in countries like Tanzania, Uganda, Mozambique and South Africa. She believes the success of these innovations are rooted in a clear understanding of consumer needs, giving them a solution wrapped in a story credible to your brand.</p><p> </p><p>Silke’s team philosophy is the power of dreamteams and her biggest passion is building a high performance culture out of individuals who are different and unique, empowering them with the confidence to deliver outstanding work together.</p><p> </p><p><strong>LINKS</strong></p><p>Connect with Linkford Biz</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Silke Bucker</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/silke-bucker-2b603b64/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/silkebucker/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p> 029319b8-6e2d-4e06-acce-caa549199bd3 https://likeabigshot.com Tue, 24 Nov 2020 22:00:00 +0000 2118 no full 010. U.S Sanctions: 20 Years Later, Are They Still Relevant with Rutendo Matinyarare 010. U.S Sanctions: 20 Years Later, Are They Still Relevant with Rutendo Matinyarare 10 Linkford Biz Activist and Entrepreneur, Rutendo Mainyarare goes deep into U.S War Sanctions against Zimbabwe. He has been very vocal about the effects of the U.S imposed sanctions on the country and the chance of entrepreneurs to succeed in the Southern African country. Activist and Entrepreneur, Rutendo Mainyarare goes deep into U.S War Sanctions against Zimbabwe. He has been very vocal about the effects of the U.S imposed sanctions on the country and the chance of entrepreneurs to succeed in the Southern African country.


Linkford Biz asks whether these sanctions are still relevant, 20 years later. Why has Zimbabwe not grown out of dependencies for retooling in two decades?


Rutendo implores Africa to watch out for so called donors who take more than they give. He likens aid to a hook and a worm which is always a trap for the fish to be caught.


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]]> <p>Activist and Entrepreneur, Rutendo Mainyarare goes deep into U.S War Sanctions against Zimbabwe. He has been very vocal about the effects of the U.S imposed sanctions on the country and the chance of entrepreneurs to succeed in the Southern African country.</p><p><br></p><p>Linkford Biz asks whether these sanctions are still relevant, 20 years later. Why has Zimbabwe not grown out of dependencies for retooling in two decades?</p><p><br></p><p>Rutendo implores Africa to watch out for so called donors who take more than they give. He likens aid to a hook and a worm which is always a trap for the fish to be caught. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>LINKS</strong></p><p>Connect with Linkford Biz</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Rutendo Matinyarare</p><p><a href="https://www.iamrutendo.com/" rel="nofollow">Blog</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/matinyarare" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rutendo-matinyarare-a2282136/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiRwom9jWVSRnLYKI5mCZbQ" rel="nofollow">Youtube</a></p> 4c157044-74bd-4459-ac98-415aff177a1e https://likeabigshot.com Tue, 17 Nov 2020 22:00:00 +0000 4464 no full 009. The Art of Entrepreneurship with Arthur Marara 009. The Art of Entrepreneurship with Arthur Marara 9 Linkford Biz Dive deep into ways to solve unemployment in Africa and what it really takes to build a business in Africa. Arthur Marara goes on to talk about the mindset that one needs to make it in life, all this in a mission to inspire greatness. In this episode: Linkford Biz talks to award winning attorney and business speaker, Arthur Marara.


They dive deep into ways to solve unemployment in Africa and what it really takes to build a business in Africa. Arthur goes on to talk about the mindset that one needs to make it in life, all this in a mission to inspire greatness.


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Arthur Marara LLB (Hons) UZ, LLM (UZ) is an award-winning attorney, author, and business speaker and transformational speaker.


Attorney: Arthur is a Superior Courts attorney. He was admitted as an attorney by the High Court of Zimbabwe in 2009, and has practiced law since then. He has worked with top Zimbabwean law firms specialising in corporate, commercial and business law, family law as well as all aspects of civil damages law and litigation. He has advised several boards of multimillion dollar institutions in Zimbabwe and in the region. He is also a resource person to the Law Society of Zimbabwe, and sat in technical committees for the Law Society of Zimbabwe and a recognised mediator.


Author: He is a celebrated author of several academic books with seven (7) of his books being approved and recommended for use in schools by the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education. He has authored several inspirational books which have sold nationally and across the borders. He is a motivational columnist and his articles have appeared in a number of newspapers in Zimbabwe. He has written inspirational articles for The Sunday Mail, The Business Herald, The Zimbabwe Mail, Masvingo Star, Masvingo Mirror, The News leader, The Mail, The Manica Post, The Courier, Testimonies Magazine, Business Connect and several magazines. The Sunday Mail and the other publications enabled him to speak to millions of people weekly. His articles have also been distributed on the internet.


Speaker: Arthur is a phenomenal keynote speaker, corporate and personal development speaker commanding the stage with his delightful humor, raw energy, and wealth of life experience. He is passionate about peak performance, strategy and personal development. He has been invited to speak to several listed companies, NGOs, schools, churches and individuals in Zimbabwe and beyond the borders. Arthur has also appeared on major radio stations in Zimbabwe, including but not limited to Star FM (Shot in the Arm), SFM, Radio Zimbabwe, Power FM, Radio VOP, Capitalk 100.4 FM, Ya FM, and ZiFM, and has also appeared on ZBC TV. These platforms have also enabled him to reach out to millions of people in the country and beyond through internet broadcasting.


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]]> <p>In this episode: Linkford Biz talks to award winning attorney and business speaker, Arthur Marara. </p><p><br></p><p>They dive deep into ways to solve unemployment in Africa and what it really takes to build a business in Africa. Arthur goes on to talk about the mindset that one needs to make it in life, all this in a mission to inspire greatness.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Guest</strong></p><p><strong>Arthur Marara LLB (Hons) UZ, LLM (UZ) </strong>is an award-winning attorney, author, and business speaker and transformational speaker. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Attorney:</strong> Arthur is a Superior Courts attorney. He was admitted as an attorney by the High Court of Zimbabwe in 2009, and has practiced law since then. He has worked with top Zimbabwean law firms specialising in corporate, commercial and business law, family law as well as all aspects of civil damages law and litigation. He has advised several boards of multimillion dollar institutions in Zimbabwe and in the region. He is also a resource person to the Law Society of Zimbabwe, and sat in technical committees for the Law Society of Zimbabwe and a recognised mediator. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Author:</strong> He is a celebrated author of several academic books with seven (7) of his books being approved and recommended for use in schools by the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education. He has authored several inspirational books which have sold nationally and across the borders. He is a motivational columnist and his articles have appeared in a number of newspapers in Zimbabwe. He has written inspirational articles for The Sunday Mail, The Business Herald, The Zimbabwe Mail, Masvingo Star, Masvingo Mirror, The News leader, The Mail, The Manica Post, The Courier, Testimonies Magazine, Business Connect and several magazines. The Sunday Mail and the other publications enabled him to speak to millions of people weekly. His articles have also been distributed on the internet. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Speaker:</strong> Arthur is a phenomenal keynote speaker, corporate and personal development speaker commanding the stage with his delightful humor, raw energy, and wealth of life experience. He is passionate about peak performance, strategy and personal development. He has been invited to speak to several listed companies, NGOs, schools, churches and individuals in Zimbabwe and beyond the borders. Arthur has also appeared on major radio stations in Zimbabwe, including but not limited to Star FM (Shot in the Arm), SFM, Radio Zimbabwe, Power FM, Radio VOP, Capitalk 100.4 FM, Ya FM, and ZiFM, and has also appeared on ZBC TV. These platforms have also enabled him to reach out to millions of people in the country and beyond through internet broadcasting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LINKS</strong></p><p>Connect with Linkford Biz</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Arthur Marara</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/ArthurMarara" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Arthur-Marara-271890382949250/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/arthurmarara" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/arthur-marara-84636821" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p> 518ed8ad-922b-4164-936b-85edac2910fd https://likeabigshot.com Tue, 10 Nov 2020 22:00:00 +0000 2897 no full 008. Business Coaching and Personal Development with Zandile Gambushe 008. Business Coaching and Personal Development with Zandile Gambushe 8 Linkford Biz Join Linkford, this week as he goes deep into what it means to have a business/career coach. What a coach can do for you and why you should consider getting one. Join Linkford, this week as he goes deep into what it means to have a business/career coach. What a coach can do for you and why you should consider getting one.


What should you expect from a coach? How do you deal with obstacles on your path to business success? Zandile answers it all, including how to get back up in these uncertain times.


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Zandile is the founder of Langalethu Career & Personal Development Coaching (Pty) Ltd. She is a Coaching and Change Management Professional. Her business, offers face to face and online coaching which is rooted in authenticity with the main objective to ensure that you are always anchored in your truth when pursuing your career and personal goals. Passionate about being a beacon of hope and courage for others.


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]]> <p>Join Linkford, this week as he goes deep into what it means to have a business/career coach. What a coach can do for you and why you should consider getting one.</p><p><br></p><p>What should you expect from a coach? How do you deal with obstacles on your path to business success? Zandile answers it all, including how to get back up in these uncertain times.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Guest</strong></p><p>Zandile is the founder of Langalethu Career &amp; Personal Development Coaching (Pty) Ltd. She is a Coaching and Change Management Professional. Her business, offers face to face and online coaching which is rooted in authenticity with the main objective to ensure that you are always anchored in your truth when pursuing your career and personal goals. Passionate about being a beacon of hope and courage for others.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LINKS</strong></p><p>Connect with Linkford Biz</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Zandile Gambushe and Langalethu Coaching</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/langalethu_coaching" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/zandile-gambushe-93619b27" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p> b1b6f7d0-ebf1-4342-a5f9-220fe6ee0668 https://likeabigshot.com Tue, 03 Nov 2020 22:00:00 +0000 2863 no full 007. U.S Foreign Policy Africa's Opportunity 007. U.S Foreign Policy Africa's Opportunity 7 Linkford Biz Linkford believes it's time to disconnect from the American placenta and focus on growing intramarkets on the continent which presents an astounding opportunity for African entrepreneurs and also governments to create more partnerships on the continent. Yet another interesting episode as Bigshot Business Network CEO, Linkford Biz dives into what it could mean for Africa if the U.S stopped its support of the continent.


Over the years, trade relations between Africa and the United States have slumped raising fear that the Africa is no longer a priority to the U.S anymore. This has also brought the question whether the AGOA will be renewed or not.


Linkford believes it's time to disconnect from the American placenta and focus on growing intramarkets on the continent which presents an astounding opportunity for African entrepreneurs and also governments to create more partnerships on the continent.


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]]> <p>Yet another interesting episode as Bigshot Business Network CEO, Linkford Biz dives into what it could mean for Africa if the U.S stopped its support of the continent.</p><p><br></p><p>Over the years, trade relations between Africa and the United States have slumped raising fear that the Africa is no longer a priority to the U.S anymore. This has also brought the question whether the AGOA will be renewed or not.</p><p><br></p><p>Linkford believes it&#39;s time to disconnect from the American placenta and focus on growing intramarkets on the continent which presents an astounding opportunity for African entrepreneurs and also governments to create more partnerships on the continent.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LINKS</strong></p><p>Connect with Linkford Biz<span></span></p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p> 5bc9dfa7-2c9c-428b-8bc2-b6815451dc92 https://likeabigshot.com Tue, 27 Oct 2020 22:00:00 +0000 2357 no full 006. The Scramble And Partition of Africa (Part 01) 006. The Scramble And Partition of Africa (Part 01) 6 Linkford Biz n this episode, Linkford Biz, encourages entrepreneurs to also take up the responsibility to make something of the opportunities that everyone else but Africans is talking about. The continent has room for growth, invention and re-invention of which Africans must be first in the line. While challenging the old way of doing things he also understands that we have to work with the current system to create something of our own while leveraging youth. If we humor the thought that Africa is the next frontier, we would have to accept that this is new then. But Linkford Biz, still believes that Africa is not the next frontier, it's been the only frontier since the world began.


In this episode he encourages entrepreneurs to also take up the responsibility to make something of the opportunities that everyone else but Africans is talking about. The continent has room for growth, invention and re-invention of which Africans must be first in the line.


While challenging the old way of doing things he also understands that we have to work with the current system to create something of our own.


Focusing on how youthful the continent is and is expected to be in the future, Linkford, encourages government leaders and policy makers to involve the youth but also at the same time for youth to get involved in the decision making that affects their future.


Join Linkford Biz on yet another exciting journey through Africa's possibilities.


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- https://www.afdb.org/en/knowledge/publications/african-economic-outlook

]]> <p>If we humor the thought that Africa is the next frontier, we would have to accept that this is new then. But Linkford Biz, still believes that Africa is not the next frontier, it&#39;s been the only frontier since the world began.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode he encourages entrepreneurs to also take up the responsibility to make something of the opportunities that everyone else but Africans is talking about. The continent has room for growth, invention and re-invention of which Africans must be first in the line.</p><p><br></p><p>While challenging the old way of doing things he also understands that we have to work with the current system to create something of our own. </p><p><br></p><p>Focusing on how youthful the continent is and is expected to be in the future, Linkford, encourages government leaders and policy makers to involve the youth but also at the same time for youth to get involved in the decision making that affects their future.</p><p><br></p><p>Join Linkford Biz on yet another exciting journey through Africa&#39;s possibilities.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Links</strong></p><p>Connect with Linkford Biz</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p><br></p><p><span>References</span></p><p>- https://www.opportunitiesforafricans.com/growthafrica-acceleration-programme-2021/</p><p>- https://www.afdb.org/en/knowledge/publications/african-economic-outlook</p> bd10be6f-8898-4909-b7a8-5059d84f5894 https://likeabigshot.com Tue, 20 Oct 2020 22:00:00 +0000 2574 no full 005. Money, Emotions And Entrepreneurship with Vangile Makwakwa 005. Money, Emotions And Entrepreneurship with Vangile Makwakwa 5 Linkford Biz Join Linkford Biz, this week as he speaks to Vangile Makwakwa, author of Heart Mind and Money: Using Emotional Intelligence for Financial Success, Founder of Wealthy-Money.com and personal finance coach, about her journey as an entrepreneur and what obstacles she had to overcome to succeed. Vangile goes in detail about what she had to do to get her online business running smoothly, from personal development to working with the most skilled teams. She also talks about how she is empowering women through her business. Vangile gives us carte blanche into her experiences as a traveler while running a business, going into the falls and wins of a nomadic entrepreneur. Join Linkford Biz, this week as he speaks to Vangile Makwakwa, author of Heart Mind and Money: Using Emotional Intelligence for Financial Success, Founder of Wealthy-Money.com and personal finance coach, about her journey as an entrepreneur and what obstacles she had to overcome to succeed.


Vangile goes in detail about what she had to do to get her online business running smoothly, from personal development to working with the most skilled teams. She also talks about how she is empowering women through her business.


Vangile gives us carte blanche into her experiences as a traveler while running a business, going into the falls and wins of a nomadic entrepreneur.


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]]> <p>Join Linkford Biz, this week as he speaks to Vangile Makwakwa, author of Heart Mind and Money: Using Emotional Intelligence for Financial Success, Founder of <a href="https://www.wealthy-money.com/" rel="nofollow">Wealthy-Money.com</a> and personal finance coach, about her journey as an entrepreneur and what obstacles she had to overcome to succeed.</p><p><br></p><p>Vangile goes in detail about what she had to do to get her online business running smoothly, from personal development to working with the most skilled teams. She also talks about how she is empowering women through her business.</p><p><br></p><p>Vangile gives us carte blanche into her experiences as a traveler while running a business, going into the falls and wins of a nomadic entrepreneur.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LINKS</strong></p><p>Connect with Linkford Biz</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Vangile Makwakwa</p><p><a href="https://www.wealthy-money.com/" rel="nofollow">Wealthy Money</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/vangilemakwakwa" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vangilemakwakwa/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p> 711d2c21-33e9-4e47-a124-a2c6fecaaca0 https://likeabigshot.com Tue, 13 Oct 2020 22:00:00 +0000 3388 no full 004. Tech, Africa and Entrepreneurship with Sheilah Birgen 004. Tech, Africa and Entrepreneurship with Sheilah Birgen 4 Linkford Biz This week, Linkford Biz zooms in to Nairobi, Kenya to speak to tech innovator and entrepreneur, Sheilah Birgen, the CEO of The CoRD Tech. Sheilah goes into detail about the challenges faced by entrepreneurs in Africa as well as what could be done to resolve the problem. Having mentored over a thousand startups across Africa, Sheilah has seen it all which has kept her working with startup out of the passion she has for growing business in Africa. Besides the work she is doing at The CoRD, she is influencing policy around the continent in her role at The Africa Innovation Policy Taskforce. "You can only negotiate when you are at the table, after that it's too late," she advices entrepreneurs in Africa about getting involved in Policy making. This week, Linkford Biz zooms in to Nairobi, Kenya to speak to tech innovator and entrepreneur, Sheilah Birgen, the CEO of The CoRD Tech.


Sheilah goes into detail about the challenges faced by entrepreneurs in Africa as well as what could be done to resolve the problem.


Having mentored over a thousand startups across Africa, Sheilah has seen it all which has kept her working with startup out of the passion she has for growing business in Africa.


Besides the work she is doing at The CoRD, she is influencing policy around the continent in her role at The Africa Innovation Policy Taskforce.


"You can only negotiate when you are at the table, after that it's too late," she advices entrepreneurs in Africa about getting involved in Policy making.


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]]> <p>This week, Linkford Biz zooms in to Nairobi, Kenya to speak to tech innovator and entrepreneur, Sheilah Birgen, the CEO of The CoRD Tech.</p><p><br></p><p>Sheilah goes into detail about the challenges faced by entrepreneurs in Africa as well as what could be done to resolve the problem.</p><p><br></p><p>Having mentored over a thousand startups across Africa, Sheilah has seen it all which has kept her working with startup out of the passion she has for growing business in Africa.</p><p><br></p><p>Besides the work she is doing at The CoRD, she is influencing policy around the continent in her role at The Africa Innovation Policy Taskforce.</p><p><br></p><p>&#34;You can only negotiate when you are at the table, after that it&#39;s too late,&#34; she advices entrepreneurs in Africa about getting involved in Policy making.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Links</u></strong></p><p>Connect with Linkford Biz</p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/profile/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">BBN</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LinkfordBiz/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkfordbiz/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/linkfordbiz" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Sheilah Birgen</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/SheilahBirgen" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheilahbirgen/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.thecordtech.org/" rel="nofollow">The CoRD</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/" rel="nofollow">Join Bigshot Business Network</a></p> 0e16b8a6-2e75-425d-a64e-43d70d12aff1 https://likeabigshot.com/ Tue, 06 Oct 2020 22:00:00 +0000 2829 no full 003. Pursue And Do What You Love with David Mashabela 003. Pursue And Do What You Love with David Mashabela 3 Linkford Biz David's experience in communications gives him the unique qualification to tell us what makes a business successful. In this episode he tells us "The gospel according to David Mashabela" on how to build a successful business. Have you ever pursued something you love so much that you would do it for free? This week, Linkford Biz talks to acclaimed Radio personality and South African entrepreneur, King David Mashabela.


David goes into detail about his life growing up in Mamelodi, northeast of Pretoria and how that shaped who he would become. He further goes into his philosophy of life and what keeps him pushing forward in his Radio career and in business.


David's experience in communications gives him the unique qualification to tell us what makes a business successful. In this episode he tells us "The gospel according to David Mashabela" on how to build a successful business.


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About David Mashabela

http://www.kingdavidstudio.com/about


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http://www.radio2000.co.za/sabc/home/radio2000/shows/details?id=eaa34062-3df9-447b-920d-8b5d48527a01


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]]> <p>Have you ever pursued something you love so much that you would do it for free? This week, Linkford Biz talks to acclaimed Radio personality and South African entrepreneur, King David Mashabela.</p><p><br></p><p>David goes into detail about his life growing up in Mamelodi, northeast of Pretoria and how that shaped who he would become. He further goes into his philosophy of life and what keeps him pushing forward in his Radio career and in business.</p><p><br></p><p>David&#39;s experience in communications gives him the unique qualification to tell us what makes a business successful. In this episode he tells us &#34;The gospel according to David Mashabela&#34; on how to build a successful business.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Links</u></strong></p><p><strong>About David Mashabela</strong></p><p><a href="http://www.kingdavidstudio.com/about" rel="nofollow">http://www.kingdavidstudio.com/about</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Radio</strong></p><p><a href="http://www.radio2000.co.za/sabc/home/radio2000/shows/details?id=eaa34062-3df9-447b-920d-8b5d48527a01" rel="nofollow">http://www.radio2000.co.za/sabc/home/radio2000/shows/details?id=eaa34062-3df9-447b-920d-8b5d48527a01</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Join Bigshot Business Network</strong></p><p><a href="https://likeabigshot.com/" rel="nofollow">https://likeabigshot.com/</a></p> 5e15ac37-09ca-459b-927a-152182489e64 https://likeabigshot.com Tue, 29 Sep 2020 22:00:00 +0000 2769 no full 002. Is Africa Ready For A Post Pandemic Era? 002. Is Africa Ready For A Post Pandemic Era? 2 Linkford Biz Join, Bigshot Business Network CEO, Linkford Biz, as he expands on what he believes is, potentially the best time for Africa to, not only look forward, but position for massive successes to come. This week we look ahead as the question becomes more and more popular; Is Africa ready for a time after COVID-19 and what does that look like?


Join, Bigshot Business Network CEO, Linkford Biz, as he expands on what he believes is, potentially the best time for Africa to, not only look forward, but position for massive successes to come.


Links:

Article by Dr Mamphela Ramphela - https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2020-04-15-africas-unique-opportunity-for-post-pandemic-rejuvenation/


Bigshot Business Network - https://likeabigshot.com


]]> <p>This week we look ahead as the question becomes more and more popular; Is Africa ready for a time after COVID-19 and what does that look like?</p><p><br></p><p>Join, Bigshot Business Network CEO, Linkford Biz, as he expands on what he believes is, potentially the best time for Africa to, not only look forward, but position for massive successes to come.</p><p><br></p><p>Links:</p><p>Article by Dr Mamphela Ramphela - <a href="https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2020-04-15-africas-unique-opportunity-for-post-pandemic-rejuvenation/" rel="nofollow">https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2020-04-15-africas-unique-opportunity-for-post-pandemic-rejuvenation/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Bigshot Business Network - <a href="https://likeabigshot.com" rel="nofollow">https://likeabigshot.com</a></p><p><br></p> eeb37a65-3d7b-492a-adc9-4b0ab392da61 https://likeabigshot.com Tue, 22 Sep 2020 23:00:44 +0000 1726 no full 001. Welcome to Bigshot Business Podcast 001. Welcome to Bigshot Business Podcast 1 Linkford Biz The what, the why and the how of building and running a successful business on the African continent. In this episode, Linkford Biz goes on to address the lack of information and statistics about African businesses online and what can be done about it. In the midst of a global pandemic, what can African businesses take advantage of in preparation to a post pandemic era. Today marks the beginning of something special for Africa, A True Voice and reflection of the continent's Business Frontier. In this first of it's kind episode, Bigshot Business Network CEO, Linkford Biz, sparks the African discussion on how business is done and what African youth ought to be looking at as the future of the continent unfolds.


He goes on to address the lack of information about African businesses online and what can be done about it. In the midst of a global pandemic, what can African businesses take advantage of in preparation to a post pandemic era.


Some of the topics in this episode include:

GMIS 2020 - The summit ran from the 4th to the 5th of September 2020

GAMP - Germany Africa Marshall Plan - https://www.wam.ae/en/details/1395302867452

And more.


Join Bigshot Business Network to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, business owner and professionals from across the continent.

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]]> <p>Today marks the beginning of something special for Africa, A True Voice and reflection of the continent&#39;s Business Frontier. In this first of it&#39;s kind episode, Bigshot Business Network CEO, Linkford Biz, sparks the African discussion on how business is done and what African youth ought to be looking at as the future of the continent unfolds.</p><p><br></p><p>He goes on to address the lack of information about African businesses online and what can be done about it. In the midst of a global pandemic, what can African businesses take advantage of in preparation to a post pandemic era.</p><p><br></p><p>Some of the topics in this episode include:</p><p>GMIS 2020 - The summit ran from the 4th to the 5th of September 2020</p><p>GAMP - Germany Africa Marshall Plan - <a href="https://www.wam.ae/en/details/1395302867452" rel="nofollow">https://www.wam.ae/en/details/1395302867452</a></p><p>And more.</p><p><br></p><p>Join Bigshot Business Network to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, business owner and professionals from across the continent.</p><p>BBN - <a href="https://likeabigshot.com/" rel="nofollow">https://likeabigshot.com/</a></p> eb72f04f-3156-4d20-bb32-94e7be057d67 https://likeabigshot.com/ Tue, 15 Sep 2020 22:00:00 +0000 1495 no