#StartupMentoring: Laura Thomas shares the value of humble leadership

<p><img src="https://biz-file.com/c/2307/707203-208x117.jpg?5" width=208 height=117 alt="Laura Thomas. Source: Supplied" align="left"><br><span >Laura Thomas. Source: Supplied&lt;/span><p>Entrepreneurs have it tough. The world is a harsh place for dreamers who want to make a difference. That's why <i>Bizcommunity</i> created this Q&A series where successful entrepreneurs share their secrets and tips from a life of navigating the pitfalls that come with an innovative mind. You'll learn from their mistakes, their successes, and their wisdom.</p><br> <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com/Article/196/836/240550.html">Read more...</a> | <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com/SendToFriend.aspx?l=196&c=836&ct=1&ci=240550">Send to a friend</a></p><div style="clear:left"></div>
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Training technology can help bridge the automotive skills gap

<p><img src="https://biz-file.com/c/2307/706979-208x117.jpg?5" width=208 height=117 alt="E-learning can introduce cost savings. Source: Unsplash" align="left"><br><span >E-learning can introduce cost savings. Source: Unsplash&lt;/span><p>As you're reading this, production local production lines at nine major car brands are assembling 16 different car models. More than half of those cars will be exported, and only two models currently have electrified drivetrains.</p><br> <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com/Article/196/454/240500.html">Read more...</a> | <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com/SendToFriend.aspx?l=196&c=454&ct=1&ci=240500">Send to a friend</a></p><div style="clear:left"></div>
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Creating leaders of the future starts with trauma-informed education

<p><img src="https://biz-file.com/c/2307/706911-208x117.jpg?3" width=208 height=117 alt="Creating leaders of the future starts with trauma-informed education" align="left"><p>On Friday, 21 July 2023, the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (OWLAG), hosted a conference titled "What Happened to You: Understanding the Impact of Trauma on Learning, Teaching, and Psychological Functioning" led by its founder, Oprah Winfrey, members of its Board of Directors, educators, and alumni.</p><br> <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com/Article/196/498/240478.html">Read more...</a> | <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com/SendToFriend.aspx?l=196&c=498&ct=1&ci=240478">Send to a friend</a></p><div style="clear:left"></div>
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WindAc Africa 2023 calls researchers and students to unpack wind power in the energy crisis

<p><img src="https://biz-file.com/c/2307/706823-208x117.jpg?5" width=208 height=117 alt="WindAc Africa 2023 calls researchers and students to unpack wind power in the energy crisis" align="left"><p>WindAc Africa 2023 has opened its entries, inviting leading renewable energy researchers and high potential young people from universities across the country to get involved in the dialogue that will unpack the role of wind power in the energy crisis. An initiative by the South African Wind Association (SAWEA), WindAc is making leaps in advancing wind energy research and progress.</p><br> <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com/Article/196/499/240454.html">Read more...</a> | <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com/SendToFriend.aspx?l=196&c=499&ct=1&ci=240454">Send to a friend</a></p><div style="clear:left"></div>
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Measuring the impact of long term education intervention on communities

<p><img src="https://biz-file.com/c/2307/706798-208x117.jpg?5" width=208 height=117 alt="Measuring the impact of long term education intervention on communities" align="left"><p>In its recent Sustainability Report, BTE Renewables, which has a footprint of clean energy projects in three provinces of South Africa and across the border into Kenya, has demonstrated the importance of education in its approach to uplifting communities.</p><br> <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com/Article/196/371/240443.html">Read more...</a> | <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com/SendToFriend.aspx?l=196&c=371&ct=1&ci=240443">Send to a friend</a></p><div style="clear:left"></div>
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The continuous evolution of learning and development

<p><img src="https://biz-file.com/c/2307/706632.png" width=208 height=117 alt="The continuous evolution of learning and development" align="left"><p>The most important role of organisational learning and development is to build training programmes that will make employees realise their true potential and ultimately benefit the entire organisation.</p><br> <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com//Article/196/499/240414.html">Read more...</a> | <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com//SendToFriend.aspx?l=196&c=499&ct=1&ci=240414">Send to a friend</a></p><div style="clear:left"></div>
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Afda 2022 graduation films making waves at film festivals

<p><img src="https://biz-file.com/c/2307/706516-208x117.jpg?3" width=208 height=117 alt="Afda 2022 graduation films making waves at film festivals" align="left"><p>Thirteen Afda 2022 graduation films were selected to screen at the Student World Impact Film Festival (SWIFF).</p><br> <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com/Article/196/499/240389.html">Read more...</a> | <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com/SendToFriend.aspx?l=196&c=499&ct=1&ci=240389">Send to a friend</a></p><div style="clear:left"></div>
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Unleashing transformational corporate leadership in South Africa

<p><img src="https://biz-file.com/c/2307/706496.png" width=208 height=117 alt="Unleashing transformational corporate leadership in South Africa" align="left"><p>At Regent Business School, our mission is to enrich learning experiences and provide valuable educational opportunities that enhance our students' journey with us. As part of our ongoing commitment to improvement, we seek to continuously engage with our students, enhance our offerings and introduce fresh ideas and subjects for discussion. With this commitment in mind, Naseem Kathrada from Regent Business School hosted a discussion with Sung Yoon, the former CEO and president of Samsung Africa, and best-selling author of <i>The Samsung Man's Path to Success</i>. The discussion inspired Kathrada to explore the realm of transformational corporate leadership in South Africa. With insights drawn from Yoon's extensive corporate leadership experience, this text sheds light on the motivations, challenges, and strategies that drive successful leaders and examines the key takeaways from the webinar, reflecting on their potential impact on South Africa's corporate landscape.</p><br> <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com//Article/196/499/240384.html">Read more...</a> | <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com//SendToFriend.aspx?l=196&c=499&ct=1&ci=240384">Send to a friend</a></p><div style="clear:left"></div>
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Paradigm Shift: Why we need to see early learning centres as social enterprises that deliver triple impact

<p><img src="https://biz-file.com/c/2307/706386.png" width=208 height=117 alt="Paradigm Shift: Why we need to see early learning centres as social enterprises that deliver triple impact" align="left"><p>When I started a social enterprise to help women run five-star early childhood development centres in lower-income communities, I couldn't imagine how complex the business of early learning really is. A decade later, I have paid my school fees. After working with thousands of early childhood development centres to help them move towards financial sustainability and improved, consistent learner development results, I have deep insight into what it will take to shift this sector into a thriving social enterprise sector.</p><br> <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com//Article/196/783/240358.html">Read more...</a> | <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com//SendToFriend.aspx?l=196&c=783&ct=1&ci=240358">Send to a friend</a></p><div style="clear:left"></div>
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Action learning: Preparing students for the real world of the creative industries

<p><img src="https://biz-file.com/c/2307/706309-208x117.jpg?2" width=208 height=117 alt="Source: ©Vega Brand activations and brand challenges engage multi-disciplinary student teams in the development and execution of solutions to real world brand problems" align="left"><br><span >Source: ©Vega [[ https://www.vegaschool.com/a Vega]] Brand activations and brand challenges engage multi-disciplinary student teams in the development and execution of solutions to real world brand problems&lt;/span><p>Old ways of preparing students for the world of work no longer suffice and it has become a non-negotiable for students to immerse themselves in their studies in a way that replicates and mimics the environment they will encounter upon graduation.</p><br> <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com//Article/196/98/240340.html">Read more...</a> | <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com//SendToFriend.aspx?l=196&c=98&ct=1&ci=240340">Send to a friend</a></p><div style="clear:left"></div>
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