TheLife Team
The Modern Handshake Headshots in the Digital Age
Humans are inherently visual beings. Studies show that people form opinions about others within the first 7 seconds of meeting them, and in many cases, this initial judgment is based solely on appearance. A high-quality headshot, sets you up for success and ensure that your first impression is a positive and memorable one.
HBC MEMBER PROFILE – SULETTE BEKKER
My motivation is deeply rooted in seeing tangible changes in my clients’ lives—hearing their stories, witnessing their journeys from financial distress to stability, and knowing my work truly matters. Additionally, my faith, family support, especially from my husband and daughter Amanda, and a strong commitment to personal growth through constant learning and networking, continually fuel my passion and resilience. The birth of my baby, small Dawie, at the age of 43, was one of the biggest miracles of my life, and I would be nothing without the grace of God. I am by no means perfect—but I deeply love my creator and my family.
“Mamma, Why Me?” – The Silent Struggles of Children with Psoriasis
Many children are misdiagnosed at first, told it’s just eczema or a fungal infection. But with psoriasis, proper diagnosis is key — as well as emotional support.
Strengthening Connections: Why the Isle of Man and South Africa Are Natural Partners in Global Business
The Isle of Man’s relationship with South Africa is built on more than financial transactions—it is built on relationships, trust, and shared ambitions.
The North West Property Story: Finding Opportunity in Quiet Growth
For many years, the North West has offered one thing that bigger cities can’t: affordability. Families, students, and first-time buyers are starting to realise that they can get more house for their money here. You can still find spacious homes with gardens, in quiet suburbs, for prices that would barely get you a bachelor flat in Sandton.
A Journey of Wellness: The Story Behind 129 In Harties Lodge & Spa
We are incredibly honoured and proud to share that 129 In Harties Lodge & Spa has received the prestigious Traveller Review Award 2025 from Booking.com. We couldn’t be more thrilled to have achieved this milestone in our first year as a Booking.com partner!
Navigating the South African Property Market: Challenges, Opportunities, and Future Outlook
The South African property market has faced a mix of challenges and opportunities in recent years. While rising interest rates and economic uncertainty have made some buyers more cautious, there are still significant opportunities, especially in suburban and rural areas.
Press Release
Elections, in key regions including in the United States and the European Parliament, have further intensified unpredictability into an international economy already grappling with geopolitical tensions and inflationary pressures. In response to the growing demand for stable, well-regulated jurisdictions, the Isle of Man Indaba will return to South Africa in March 2025 for its sixth edition under the theme “Global Business, Local Stability: The Isle of Man’s role in mitigating risk in a complex world.”
Love in the Workplace
Nurturing Bonds vs. Risky Affairs Love is a powerful force, and its influence extends into
A Healthy Attitude vs. An Unhealthy Attitude: The Power of Perspective
Imagine you ask yourself, “How should we treat others?” The response you receive is, “There are no others.” What would this mean to you? How would you interpret it? At first glance, the response might seem perplexing or even contradictory. How can there be “no others” when you’re surrounded by people every day? Yet, how you respond to this statement reveals a lot about your perspective and the kind of reality you’re creating. Depending on your attitude, “there are no others” can take on two vastly different meanings – one self-centric and the other all-centric.
Starting Up a New Business Using ChatGPT: A Guide to Success
Value Relationships, Value Proposition, Value Experience, Talent and Systems, Value Exchange, and Value Loop.
My Transformative Global Gap Year Journey with Baret Scholars
After finishing my high school years at Hartbeespoort High School, I moved to Japan to complete my grades 10 through 12. By the time I graduated, I felt a strong pull to take a gap year before diving into university. For me, this gap year wasn’t just about taking a break from academics; it was an opportunity to expand my worldview, gain valuable life skills, and immerse myself in experiences that I couldn’t get from a classroom. The Baret Scholars program seemed like the perfect fit.
WHY DOES YOUR EAR & HEARING HEALTH MATTER?
Our sense of
hearing is linked to how we remember and store memories in our brains. Notice
how you remember the melody of the song better than the lyrics? Access to sound
helps with overall cognitive health decreasing probability of illnesses like dementia.
HBC Member Profile
Passion alone isn’t enough—you need strategy. Having a great idea is just the beginning. Success requires planning, execution, and constantly evolving.
A BALANCING ACT OVER THE HURDLES
How do you define a successful school career? What if your child isn’t a cookie-cutter achiever with an average of three distinctions and a sports award? Or maybe you have a child with eight distinctions but no time for anything outside of books, or a sports star with enough potential to shine in school but not enough to realistically secure a future?