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2025: The Year of the Doers — Not Just the Dreamers
That’s when the real entrepreneurs rise.
The ones who don’t give up when the numbers aren’t pretty. The ones who get out of their seat, put on their shoes, and go knock on doors. The ones who don’t wait for business to find them — because they know, it won’t.
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.
PlantSap® – A South African Innovation in Crop Nutrition
Though initially disappointed, he took this as an opportunity to create something tailored to local conditions. He assembled a team of experts and advisors, funding the research entirely on his own. The development and validation of the system took nearly four years, culminating in the registration of the PlantSap® trademark and concept in 2021.
V8 – The Story of Passion, Family and Food
Even as a teenager, Maria was finding her feet in business. She sold Lip-Ice at school and worked at a local video store—simple ventures, but ones that taught her responsibility and the basics of thinking like a business owner.
PRESS RELEASE
CEO, CONNIE MATLEJOANE, LAUNCHES LERUO FOUNDATION TO EMPOWER SOUTH AFRICA’S WOMEN AND YOUTH ENTREPRENEURS As
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.
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.
Daruis Boshoff took Coconut farming to the next level:
If he could advise his younger self, it would be simple: “Trust the process. Every challenge is a chance to grow.” Darius Boshoff’s journey was more than a story of success; it was a testament to the power of purpose, resilience, and innovation.
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.
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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.”
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.
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.