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A Will and Away
The magnificence of the Will Smith and Chris Rock spat is that it could not be less relevant if it tried to be. The simple fact is…
Asleep at the Wheel
Not for the first time, South Africans have been left scratching their heads and wondering not only who is driving the bus, but where we are being…
Russia and South Africa -Neutral Friends
Friends. Not the well-known TV series but the people in our lives who support, love and annoy us. The ones who in crises we turn to, and…
On The Wrong Side of History
You know that kid? The one that comes from a good family but just can’t help themselves but to always picks the wrong friends. The kid who…
Who Moved Russia’s Cheese
Someone needs to tell Russia that with regard to Ukraine, the term “She is just not into you” applies. Not that there seems much chance that the…
A Successful Riot
South Africans should consider reframing the July 2021 riots. Instead of looking at the situation as a massive failure of the ANC, SA intelligence and the security…
Practical Tips for Public Speaking
So you’ve written your speech, designed your presentation slides and practised saying it in front of the mirror a dozen times and you still don’t feel ready?…
5 Counter-Intuitive Lessons for Life
Buzzfeed is often credited for launching “The Twenty-Five things that All Successful People do Before Breakfast” lists. Number seven, incidentally, will shock you. Anyone born prior to…
The Power Pose: Using Body Language To Lead
In 2012, the power pose became a global sensation. A Ted Talk by Amy Cuddy hit a staggering 46 million views and became the second most popular…
About Atlassian in Africa
I will be speaking at the Atlassian in Africa conference on the 23rd of October! Read about the event in Obsidian’s press release below. ~ H Bookings…
Unlocking Optimism
South African entrepreneurs have one singular advantage that makes them stand out and succeed – optimism. Game drives. There is a remarkable similarity between the South African…
The power of perception
There are many superpowers in your arsenal, but one of the most powerful is how people perceive you. When you enter a room. When you sit down….
A Successful Riot
South Africans should consider reframing the July 2021 riots. Instead of looking at the situation as a massive failure of the ANC, SA intelligence and the security…
Duke and Duchess of Sussex On Tour: South Africa
I am trying to muster all the positive energy I am able, and to get on board with the excitement about Royal’s visiting South Africa. But I…
Spanking: Edging towards a nanny state (without the ability to nanny)
The South African Constitutional Court has upheld a ruling by the High Court that we are no longer allowed to smack our children. Whereas I have never been a…
If Trump’s in the market, should SA be having a show day?
If American media is to be believed, Donald Trump is apparently considering buying the island of Greenland. This is not the first time that Greenland has been…
Understanding body language as a cluster of actions
I was recently asked by Russia Today to share my thoughts on the interaction between world leaders at the G20 Summit. In that case one didn’t need…
The ANC’s Chernobyl
Like many around the world, I have become completely captivated by the series Chernobyl that is currently being aired on DSTV in South Africa. As the name…
A Successful Riot
South Africans should consider reframing the July 2021 riots. Instead of looking at the situation as a massive failure of the ANC, SA intelligence and the security…
South Africa Needs an Open Day
Last week was an Open Day at a local college. With three out of our five children already through the school system, we’re not considered active in…
Marketing Archie
Much has been said of the marketing campaigns of main three parties that contested the South African 2019 elections. Although there are multiple factors that influence the…
This Is Who Gets My Vote
South Africa goes to the polls May 8th 2019, in what I believe is the country’s first adult election. Voters no longer have the luxury of dreaming…
It is possible to smile in the dark
I believe that South Africans grow up exposed to real adversity and I believe that this is a positive and not a negative, writes Howard Feldman. It was…
A Land of Magic
On Marelize, Woolworths water and young people who inspire us Marelize laughs at herself, the Woolworths water drinkers make sure that we don’t take ourselves that seriously,…
Resolutions for 2021
Covid be dammed, this year I fully intend making a bunch of new year resolutions that I have no intention of keeping. The pandemic can rob us…
Party like it’s 1995
Although I am not a rugby fan, I am a fan of South Africa. I am a fan of the team that represents all South Africans and…
Don’t shy away from criticism: embrace it!
Hardly a day goes by when I don’t receive a message from someone who is unhappy about something I have said or written. Recently, on my radio…
Emotional Intelligence In The Workplace
Intellectual intelligence (IQ) and technical ability are vital qualities to possess in the workplace. In fact, they can be seen as the entry-level requirements for any career….
Spring beam
Social media is packed full of helpful and profound insights, often wrapped around gorgeous people who smile as if cares have passed them by. From Instagram to…
Winter Wednesdays and five ways to motivate ‘cold’ employees
Annually it’s almost Wednesday… sound strange? Well, it’s really about being in a ‘cold’ state of mind and finding it a challenge to be motivated at work……
OPINION | Impractical though it is, if politicians were not allowed generators, inverters, private schooling, medical and private security - and, if they were forced to endure what others do, things would improve, writes @HowardFeldman.
https://www.news24.com/news24/columnists/howardfeldman/howard-feldman-we-should-start-taking-politicians-privileges-away-from-them-20220517
https://www.news24.com/news24/columnists/howardfeldman/howard-feldman-we-should-start-taking-politicians-privileges-away-from-them-20220517
Today's word to bring back:
TOPE
Meaning to drink to excess. Like that bloke in #Stellenbosch. The Urinator. Him.
Good morning. The Urinator - will he be back? #StellenboschUniversity
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Today is Waiters day. And I just learned from a listener that the word "Tip" comes from the acronym "To Insure Promptness" and was generally given ahead of the food or drinks order.
Love this stuff.
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