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The Integrity Advantage

Posted on June 20th, 2008 by Carel

Filed under Business, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Life

I recently finished reading a 100 page book entitled “The Integrity Advantage”. The authors, Adrian Gostick and Dana Telford, describes 10 characteristics that defines Integrity. They claim, and I agree, that how taking the High Road (Integrity) creates a competitive advantage in business. I encourage you to read and study this little book. Integrity, that [...]

Little-known facts about South Africa

Posted on March 18th, 2008 by Carel

Filed under Life, South Africa

Juluka is a monthly magazine published in the US and according to its editors: a magazine embracing South Africa and her people. Btw, Juluka is a Zulu word and it means, “sweat”. It is also the name of a well-known South African band led by Johnny Clegg.In the March 2008 on Juluka magazine is a list of interesting [...]

What do you want to be remembered for?

Posted on March 11th, 2008 by Carel

Filed under Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Life

I’m sure that you’ve noticed by now that I am a big fan of Guy Kawasaki. I really like his practical, let’s get it done attitude. His Art of the Start book is one of the best business books around. Read it! The last chapter of Guy’s book is on being a Mensch or “What [...]