In Conference with Michael Jackson

Zipho Sikhakhane

Zipho Sikhakhane tells her story of entrepreneurship, dedication and self-belief. Find out why this self-made businesswoman in the USA decided to pack up and return home to Africa.

8 Mar 2016 14 min

Prof. Tim Noakes - Truth, Lies, Banting & The Courtroom

Prof. Tim Noakes sits down with Michael Jackson for an in-depth discussion about his fascinating career as well as his popular and controversial Banting Diet. We may even get some insight into his current legal battles!

1 Mar 2016 15 min

Peter van Kets - Record-Breaking Adventurer & Speaker

What is the secret to success? World record-breaking adventurer and speaker on the impossible made possible, Peter van Kets, talks about perseverance being the common thread of success.

23 Feb 2016 14 min

Siphiwe Moyo - Organisational Behaviourist

From humble beginnings at train platform 9003 to being a successful Organisational Behaviourist, Siphiwe Moyo is proof that working hard and persevering pays off. What does it take to “make it” in the world we live in today? Lives are not changed by intentions but rather by actions.

16 Feb 2016 15 min

Stef du Plessis - Motivational & Business Speaker

Who gets the kidney? Is 2016 going to be one of our worst years yet? A call to action - Employee Engagement – what is it and how do we understand it? Once we understand it, what are we going to do about it? Motivational and Business Speaker, Stef du…

9 Feb 2016 14 min

Saffron Baggallay - Sociologist

Curiosity? Understanding? Desire? What is the true human thread that binds us? Sociologist and professional speaker, Saffron Baggallay, unravels our internal paradox and the understanding thereof. Predictably irrational…

2 Feb 2016 15 min

Rob Caskie - Renowned Storyteller

What happened on 29 Jan 1879? Does history repeat itself? World-renowned storyteller on the true human tales from Rorkes Drift to the Battles of Isandlwana, Rob Caskie, joins Michael Jackson for this discussion.

26 Jan 2016 13 min

Andy Preston - International Sales Speaker

How do you sell more and more often? Top recommended International Sales Speaker, Andy Preston shares with Michael Jackson some modern day sales techniques and motivations that can set you and your company a step ahead of the rest.

12 Jan 2016 15 min

Pieter Geldenhuys - Business-to-Business Speaker

What is the true innovation needed in this day and age for businesses to survive? World-renowned business-to-business speaker, strategist and futurist, Pieter Geldenhuys, joins Michael Jackson to discuss "Business Unusual"... Do you have what it takes?

5 Jan 2016 15 min

Tony Leon: Political/Economic Commentator & Analyst

You may remember Tony Leon as the longest serving leader of the opposition in Parliament, but what is he up to nowadays? Michael Jackson chats to this leading political and economic commentator and analyst.

22 Dec 2015 14 min

Alex Granger: Human Development Specialist

What is the need for a human development specialist in today's times? Alex Granger eats, breathes and believes that human development is not only necessary, but it is the fundamental backbone of the future in all areas of work and play. Alex joins Michael Jackson for this fascinating conversation.

15 Dec 2015 15 min

John Sanei: Trendovation

Fun and Factual - What is Trendovation? John Sanei speaks to Michael Jackson about the tools needed to keep business relevant and driving change to remain ever profitable.

8 Dec 2015 15 min

Tracey Foulkes: Productivity

What can we do about the "sick world of work"? Michael is joined by Productivity Specialist Tracey Foulkes who combines the human, technological and environmental aspects of the corporate hamster-wheel and assists with climbing off this ever-churning blackhole and how to avoid burning out.

1 Dec 2015 14 min

Steven Hall: Producer

How do you allow stories to stand the test of time? Well, someone who has redesigned the niche of videography is Steven Hall of UZI Films and he joins Michael Jackson to answer just this.

24 Nov 2015 15 min

Karin Daymond: Artist

Do you ever go beyond the meaning of the "Picture of Beauty?" Artist Karin Daymond talks to Michael Jackson about the complex emotions within the world of arts and artists. Driven between the desire to communicate and the desire to hide, taking the private cocoon of passion and sharing this…

17 Nov 2015 16 min

Celynn Erasmus: Registered Dietitian

Are you overweight, unhealthy, unenergised? Michael Jackson chats to Celynn Erasmus, a registered dietitian who got tired of only dealing with the already sick people and now instead, travels the world working with businesses and individuals alike on prevention rather than cure.

10 Nov 2015 14 min

Cyrus Rogers: Professional MC

Is a "celebrity" worth their weight as an MC? Cyrus Rogers, also known as 'the man with the velvet voice' speaks. From defining the role of what a professional MC is and should be, to the themes, pace and timings. Cyrus tells Michael Jackson how to stay memorable and be…

3 Nov 2015 14 min

Monique Swart: ABTA

Do you live your life at 30 000+ feet? Monique Swart is the founder of ABTA Corporate Travel. She speaks to Michael Jackson about focusing on the expertise that's needed around business travel in safety, spending, savings and booking arrangements... the passions, sights and industry as a whole of African…

27 Oct 2015 15 min

Rick Smith: Author

Author Rick Smith speaks to Michael about the world of publishing and writing, and what it takes to get that first book on the shelves or online stores. Rick is an international author and carries his passion with him wherever his travels take him... find out how you too could…

20 Oct 2015 12 min

Lynn Baker: World Class Speaking Coach

Lynn Baker is a Certified World Class Speaking Coach, Executive Presence & Business Image Consultant, Professional Speaker and successful business woman. Lynn speaks to Michael about the corporate, business to business world and Executive Presence and what it is that brings the X Factor alive…

13 Oct 2015 13 min