The Workplace Revolution with Sihle Bolani

In this episode, I chat to Nomonde White-Ndlovu about leadership lessons, the role of tech in driving access & equality and embracing our wholeness.

Welcome to the first episode of a new season The Workplace Revolution with Sihle Bolani. In this episode, I chat with lawyer and co-founder of #CountryDuty, Tumi Sole, about South Africa’s progress as a democratic state, what we need to consider in order to build a thriving country and the importance of youth voters registering and voting in national and local government elections. This conversation is powered by Rainbow Leaders, an independent, a-political NGO encouraging young South Africans to strengthen and participate in our democracy. Our collective aim through this collaboration is to increase the youth registration & voter turnout rates in our next national and local government elections. Rainbow Leaders website: https://www.rainbowleaders.org.za My website: https://www.sihlebolani.co.za Connect with me on IG: @sihlebolani

In this episode, I chat to entrepreneur, Olwethu Leshabane, about deconstructing the Superwoman complex, her experiences as a young, Black woman in business, the hurdles women face in South Africa and the impact of our continued & intentional economic exclusion.

In this episode, I chat to HR Queen, Olebogeng Mangadi, about the true state of affairs in relation to employee wellness, talent management & retention, effective leadership and creating space for empathy in organisations.

In this episode, I chat to author, speaker and Inclusion expert, Perrine Farque, about why inclusion is a strategic imperative for organisational growth & sustainability, employee satisfaction and retention and establishing a competitive advantage. We also discuss what inclusion is NOT, how some leaders are getting it all wrong and some of the ways in which organisations can get it right. Connect with Perrine: www.perrinefarque.com Connect with me: www.sihlebolani.com 

In this week’s episode of The Workplace Revolution, my conversation with Ntombenhle Nhleko about her business, Pavati Plastics SA, turned into the most incredible SMME Masterclass about successfully building a small business, dealing with failure, transitioning from employment to entrepreneurship and the role of institutional support in uplifting & enabling SMME growth, skills development and access to market. She also shares how Absa’s Supplier Development Programme gave her business a much needed boost. If you’re a business owner in need of business advisory, business development & access to market, visit https://marketplace.absa.africa/home to get all the details on Absa’s Supplier Development Programme and how to register as a supplier on their new Procurement Market Platform. #AbsaSupplierDevelopment#Africanacity #ad

In this episode, I chat to entrepreneur, mother and yoga enthusiast, Nomfundo Marele about her career in corporate communications and experiential events, her observations about the impact of dealing with people with Narcissistic Personality Disorder in personal & professional relationships, why she is so passionate about gender-based violence and how her experiences are shaping the way she raises her daughter.

In this episode, I chat to Pamela Bortey, founder of IG account @thesisterhood_uk about her journey, her experiences as a Black woman in the UK and what she believes will create & sustain meaningful communities that offer sisterhood and support.

In this episode, as we prepare to usher in Youth Month in South Africa we'll be focusing on learning about different careers and what the journey to advancement and success really looks like. Kicking off this careers series, I chat to The BlaqMermaid, Captain Londy Ngcobo, about her journey to becoming a ship navigator, her experiences with carrying the weight of being Africa's first Woman Dredge Master, get the scoop on what drew her into a maritime career and what we don't know about the nature of the Ocean Economy and the opportunities it holds. 

Connect with Londy: @blaqmermaid 

Connect with me: sihlebolani.com / IG: @sihlebolani

In this episode, I chat to artist, entrepreneur & influencer, LeAnne Dlamini about how to build meaningful relationships with, and beliefs about, other women. She also shares her views on accountability in our women-centered communities, breaking the mould and how her journey of self-discovery has influenced her parenting. Connect with LeAnne: IG: @iamleanned / Twitter: @iamleannemusic / www.ldhworld.com Connect with me: IG: @sihlebolani / Twitter: @Sihlebolani_ / www.sihlebolani.com

In this episode, I chat to author, Oluchi B. Kolanisi, about practical steps to self-discovery, healing, changing behavioural & mental patterns, self-mastery and much more.

Connect with Oluchi: @oluchiwrites

Connect with me: Twitter: @SihleBolani_ / IG: @sihlebolani / www.sihlebolani.com

In this episode, I chat to Thando Masanabo, an Internal Auditor about risk management, the importance of process development, ethics and representation in the field of Risk Management.

Connect with me: Twitter: @SihleBolani_ / IG: @sihlebolani / www.sihlebolani.com

In this episode, I chat to Organisational Psychologist, Phiona Martin, about habits for success, how to build strategic networks, managing conflict, successfully switching careers, job hopping, office romances, being over-qualified and how to take ownership of mapping out your own career.

Connect with Phiona: www.phionamartin.com.

Connect with me: www.sihlebolani.com

In this week's episode, I chat to Divya Vasant, a purpose-driven entrepreneur who is the founder of and CEO of the AMAZI group of companies. We chat about building social businesses, changing career paths, what it takes to discover your purpose, what to expect when choosing to work in your purpose, her passion for equipping and advancing Black women unapologetically and how that's received in funding spaces that don't have an affinity to Black women.

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Connect with Divya: www.amazibeauty.co.za / IG: @amazibeauty

Connect with me: www.sihlebolani.com / IG: @sihlebolani / Twitter: @SihleBolani_

In this week's episode, I chat to tech entrepreneur, Mags Shivanda, about sustaining a business during a global crisis, the case for migrating marketing spend to digital media, opportunities for small businesses, how digital marketing can help your business grow, the effects of tech fatigue and so much more.

Connect with Mags: www.digitalshero.co.za

Connect with me: IG: @sihlebolani / Twitter: @SihleBolani_ / www.sihlebolani.com 

In this special episode, I chat to Talent Management & Graduate Recruitment Specialist, Buhle Mbele and Learning Strategist, Celeste Stewart, about the latest Statistics South Africa Quarterly Labour Force Survey for the 4th quarter of 2020.

We discuss some of the most concerning aspects of the report, how we have been getting it wrong, what needs to change and how we can all play a role in actively turning things around, no matter how small.

In this week's episode, I chat to Spiritual Psychologist, Life & Relationship Coach and businesswoman, Bongeka Ndandani. We discuss abandonment, trauma bonds, resilience and navigating difficult conversations with our families.

Connect with Bongeka: @Twitter: @bongien

Connect with me: Twitter: @SihleBolani_ / IG: @sihlebolani / www.sihlebolani.com

In this episode, I chat to gender non-conforming lesbian activist, award-winning filmmaker and all 'round powerhouse, Dr Beverley Ditsie. We chat about the lived realities and experiences of the LGBTQIA+ community, the resistance to acknowledge queer rights as human rights, the importance and impact of the language we choose to use, accountability and what meaningful allyship looks like.

Connect with Dr Bev: Twitter & IG: @bevditsie

Connect with me: Twitter: @SihleBolani_ / IG: @sihlebolani / www.sihlebolani.com 

In this episode, I chat to Pharmacist turned Mindset & Transformation coach and Feminine power Expert, Ekene Onu. We discuss purpose, expressing & monetising your purpose, moving from success to significance, free yourself the idea that you must understand everything, surviving "premium tears" and how your gift makes room for you.

Connect with Ekene: IG: @iconicwomanhood_coach / www.iconicwomanhood.com 

Connect with me: IG: @sihlebolani / Twitter: @SihleBolani_ / www.sihlebolani.com 

In this week’s episode of The Workplace Revolution with me, Sihle Bolani, I chat to author, activist and academic, Malebo Sephodi about autonomy, self-determination and the politics of feminism at home, at work and online.

Connect with me: Twitter: @SihleBolani_ / IG: @sihlebolani / www.sihlebolani.com

Welcome to Season 2 of The Workplace Revolution with Sihle Bolani! In this week's episode, I chat to Equity & Inclusion Consultant, Writer, Social Worker and Adjunct Professor, Moradeyo Adeyi about how the public and private sector can practically and meaningfully address inequality, drive anti-racist cultures and how we can hold them accountable. Connect with Moradeyo: Twitter: @anopensecret_ / www.anopensecret.com Connect with me: Twitter: @SihleBolani_ / IG: @sihlebolani / www.sihlebolani.com

In this episode, I chat to Dr Thema Bryant-Davis about racism, hardship, shame, grief, healing and making wellness accessible to, and effective for, Black communities. Wondering why this episode has no title? This conversation was just so big and so deep and as I process its impact on me, I didn't want to dictate what it may mean for you. In a year that has challenged us in ways we could have never imagined, this conversation was the soothing balm my heart and mind desperately needed. I really hope it comforts you, too.

Connect with Dr Thema: Twitter: @drthema / IG: @dr.thema

Connect with me: Twitter: @SihleBolani_ / IG: @sihlebolani / www.sihlebolani.com 

In this episode, I chat to Entrepreneur and Business Executive, AJ Williams about the things business school doesn't teach you about business success, why scaling is such a challenge for business owners, 3 things your business' operations strategy must cover, why understanding tech policy and its impact on your business and industry is critical and the real cost of being a Black woman in spaces that aren't diverse.

Connect with AJ: Twitter and IG: @ajwilliamsco / www.ajwilliams.co

Connect with me: Twitter: @SihleBolani_ / IG: @sihlebolani / www.sihlebolani.com

In this episode, I chat to Philanthropist, HR enthusiast and Entrepreneur, Luyanda Duma. We discuss her views on life, leadership, resilience and tips for managing your career advancement effectively.

Connect with Luyanda: Twitter: @luyanda_duma6 / IG: @luyandaduma @strippedbyluyanda @shopshewhodreams @malusidumafoundation

Connect with me: Twitter: @SihleBolani_ / IG: @sihlebolani / www.sihlebolani.com

In this episode, I chat to Creator, Diversity Champion, Educator, Director and Event Curator, Angela McCrae about representation, performative allyship, code switching and the value of intentions that are actually supported by action.

Connect with Angela: IG: @angelamccrae @uncorkedandcultured

Connect with me: IG: @sihlebolani / Twitter: @SihleBolani_ / www.sihlebolani.com

In this episode, I chat to PR mavens, Phumeza Langa and Nelisa Ngqulana about what it’s really like to have a career in PR, how to manage reputations, dealing with moral crises and how brand partnerships can compromise goodwill.

Connect with Phumeza: Twitter and IG: @phumeza_shh 

Connect with Nelisa: Twitter and IG: @neli_ngqulana / Facebook: Nelisa Ngqulana

Connect with me: Twitter: @SihleBolani_ / IG: @sihlebolani / Facebook: Sihle Bolani Author / www.sihlebolani.com

In this episode, I chat to brand strategist, wellness coach and author, Phemi Segoe, about how we can get in our own way and the habits we have that can inhibit our progress in our careers, our relationships with self and our relationships with others. Healing and wellness are multi-layered journeys with no actual end date, and this conversation digs into the complexities of this process and why we must prioritise holistic wellness. Connect with Phemi: Twitter & IG: @phemisegoe Connect with me: Twitter: @SihleBolani_ / IG: @sihlebolani / www.sihlebolani.com

In this episode, I chat to Management Consultant, Conversation Facilitator and Radio Host, Thoriso Maloka, about pandemic-induced workplace revelations, organisational preparedness in times of crisis, business continuity plans that exclude marginalised employees, workplace culture stagnation, what graduate programmes are missing, side hustle culture and so much more! Connect with Thoriso: Twitter & IG: @thorisomaloka Connect with me: Twitter: @SihleBolani_ / IG: @sihlebolani / www.sihlebolani.com 

Now, you know we only do one episode a week, but this week required a bonus episode because there is so much happening on social media and this conversation is so relevant for the current climate. For this special episode, I chat to Busisiwe Skhosana, fondly known as MsManager_, is the founder of Azanian Pulse Management, an influencer marketing agency. She is also a media liaison specialist and award-winning social media manager & community manager. This is a conversation you NEED to listen to, to learn about social media, its pitfalls & opportunities, understanding the role and future of influencers, where brands get it wrong, reputation management and the role it plays in advancing activism and social justice initiatives. Busi is currently planning a Masterclass, so keep an eye on her social media platforms for more information: IG & Twitter: @MsManager_. Connect with me: Twitter: @SihleBolani / IG: @sihlebolani / www.sihlebolani.com 

In this episode I chat to Tina Strawn, an antiracism facilitator, racial and social justice advocate and pleasure activist. We discuss structural racism, institutional racism, confronting race-based trauma & accountability & what anti-racism actually means and how we can contribute towards equitable societies & ecosystems. Connect with Tina: IG: @tina_strawn_life @speakingofracism  Connect with me: IG: @sihlebolani / Twitter: @SihleBolani_ / www.sihlebolani.com

In this episode, I chat to Elizabeth Colen, a Nutritionist, Certified Life Coach and Health Strategist who founded Ms. FitOne Lifestyles. We discuss the health & fitness standards that are continuously being peddled to us, how they impact on our physical, emotional and mental wellbeing, clear up some myths about what "healthy" looks like and so much more!

Connect with Elizabeth: IG: @msfitone / www.msfitone.com

Connect with me: IG: @sihlebolani / www.sihlebolani.com / Twitter: @SIhleBolani_

In this episode, I chat to Astra Armbrister-Rolle, The Bahamas Consul General to Southeast USA. We discuss the kind of leadership required for impactful change, addressing political apathy, public policy, being a woman in politics and some of the challenges she is working to address for Bahamian youth.

Connect with Consul General Armbrister-Rolle: IG: @astraarolle / www.bahconga.com

Connect with me: IG: @sihlebolani / Twitter: @SIhleBolani_ / www.sihlebolani.com 

In this episode, I chat to Small Business Facilitator and author Chisa Pennix-Brown about small businesses - common mistakes they make, keys to building a successful business, funding, social barriers to entry and the role collaboration can play in collective success and sustainability.

Connect with Chisa: IG: @chisapennixbrown / www.ladybizness.com

Connect with me: IG: @sihlebolani / Twitter: @SihleBolani / www.sihlebolani.com

In this episode, I chat to Accountability Accountant & Entrepreneur, Folasade Ayegbusi, about the keys to building generational wealth, successfully managing your finances, changing your relationship with money & so much more!