The Right Place

Building connections through compliance with Ilana Steyn

This week John talks to Ilana Steyn, the MD at Company Partners. Company Partners is a One-Stop-Shop for all the Company Registration and Tender Compliance Documents you need. Their online system and team of Experts will get you what you need in record time. Contact them Toll Free on 0800…

22 Apr 39 min

Connect while you're young - Part 2: Your First Job

This week John Watson and Rudolf Rautenbach continue their series on "Connect while you're young", with the focus this week being on your first job. How should you start your first job and transitioning to new jobs? What is the importance of networking in the job space? They emphasize the…

15 Apr 33 min

Transforming teams one leader at a time with Yoke Van Dam

This week Rudolf Rautenbach interviews Yoke van Dam about her work as a professional speaker and trainer, and her views of networking. They discuss the importance of adding value in networking, the power of building relationships over time, and the role of associations like the Professional Speakers Association of Southern…

8 Apr 33 min

Connect while you're young - Part 1: School

In this episode, John and Rudolf discuss the importance of networking and building relationships, particularly in the early stages of one's career. They reflect on their own experiences and the lack of emphasis on networking in their school days. They emphasize the need to be aware of opportunities, take initiative,…

1 Apr 31 min

Mastering the art of business leadership

In this episode, Rudolf Rautenbach discusses his experience with the Lifework Leadership Program in Pretoria. He explains to John Watson how the program integrates leadership principles with a Christian foundation and encourages participants to live their faith in the workplace. Rudolf shares his personal journey and key takeaways from the…

25 Mar 29 min

What is value and how do we add it to our connections?

In this episode, Rudolf and John discuss the concept of giving in networking. They explore the importance of giving value to others and how it can attract the right people to your network. They also discuss practical ways to give, such as connecting people and providing access to opportunities. The…

18 Mar 28 min

Live while your're ALIVE with Tina B.

John talks to renowned speaker and coach Tina B. about her inspiring journey as a heart and double lung transplant recipient and how it has shaped her life. She discusses the importance of positive thinking, the misconceptions about organ donation, and the emotional experience of connecting with the donor's family…

11 Mar 30 min

Reflections on The First Minute Tour

The day after The First Minute Tour concluded, Chris, Rudolf and John sat down to reflect on what they had achieved, and the experiences and lessons learned. The conversation explores the importance of taking risks, embracing the unknown, realising the power of asking and the difference between rejection and silence…

5 Mar 30 min

Is laughter the best medicine at work with Reinhardt Jobse

In this episode, Rudolf interviews Reinhardt Jobse, a coach and laughter yoga facilitator. Reinhardt shares his background in hospitality and his transition to Peopleworx, where he focuses on coaching, laughter yoga, and workforce optimization. He explains the concept of laughter yoga and its benefits, emphasizing the power of laughter to…

26 Feb 34 min

How did Rudolf find his right place?

In this episode, John has a conversation with Rudolf to learn more about his journey and experiences. They discuss Rudolf's early childhood memories, his family life, his journey to becoming a CA, his transition to the consulting world and skills development, and his current role as a business owner. Rudolf…

19 Feb 40 min

Connecting school sports with Hannes Nienaber

This week Rudolf interviews Hannes Nienaber about his work in covering school sports in South Africa with Supersport Schools. They discuss the importance of networking and building relationships in gathering information, the value of the network in providing support and resources, and the challenges of managing negative news while maintaining…

12 Feb 35 min

Boost your confidence as a connector

Rudolf and John discuss their recent networking events and the importance of having a vision for oneself and one's business. They also share tips on boosting confidence in networking, such as being prepared, asking easy questions, and leaving a good impression. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a positive attitude…

5 Feb 38 min

The First Minute with Chris Fenning

In this episode, John and Rudolf welcome international speaker and author Chris Fenning to the podcast. They discuss Chris's passion for communication and his transition from technical roles to communication specialist and author. They also explore the universal and cultural challenges in communication and the importance of balancing detail and…

29 Jan 41 min

Behind the scenes of a networking event

Rudolf and John discuss their experiences with organizing and hosting business networking events. They introduce the Irene Business Network (IBM) and the Clara Business Network (CBN) and explain how these events are structured. They emphasize the importance of building relationships and trust in networking and share their plans for the…

22 Jan 42 min

Prepare for your families future with Kirsty Scully

This week John Watson talks to Kirsty Scully, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Senior Financial Planner at Core Wealth. Core Wealth was built on long-term relationships, recommendations and word of mouth, not through paid advertising, taking short cuts or working for incentives. These traditional values have stood them in…

15 Jan 29 min

Welcome to The Right Place

Here we go, episode 1! Welcome to The Right Place. John and Rudolf unpack what lead them here, where they are going and why they feel this is important for you to be a part of. The journey of a 1000 miles starts with 1 step - this is theirs!…

6 Jan 34 min