One of the biggest problems in terms of development within South Africa has been a lack of education, or access to learning. Thankfully, as technology has continued to advance, online learning is quickly becoming a long-term solution to this persistent problem. The internet is chockfull of information and provides keen minds with the chance to [...]
Entrepreneurship is not only important when it comes to building confidence and self-esteem within a young individual, it is also important for the future growth and development of our beautiful country as a whole. Unfortunately, over the years, South Africa’s entrepreneurial activity has started to dwindle and has recently reached an all-time low. It is [...]
When it comes to inspiring young minds and helping to develop important leadership and entrepreneurial skills, both mentors and coaches have a very important role to play. Let’s clear up some questions before they arise and take a look at the main differences, as well as the main similarities, that exist between them. Mentors are [...]
As teachers and principals, the youth of today and entrepreneurs of tomorrow are in your hands. You hold the key to their futures and it is up to you to do everything you possibly can in order to inspire, motivate and mentor these leaders of the future! South Africa is home to so much potential [...]
AWAKEN THE GIANT IN YOU GRAND FINALE CAN YOU FEEL IT? IT IS HERE... Date: Saturday 22 October 2016 Venue: Presentation Room, West Campus, Mutual Park, Jan Smuts Drive, Pinelands Time: 07:30 for 08:00 - 10:30 Guest Speaker: Mr Trevor Manuel MC: Kieno Kammies Tickets: Adult - R150, Teens - R75 [...]
STANDING TALL: A new breed of SA entrepreneurs and innovators Date: Saturday 20 August 2016 Venue: The Vineyard Hotel, Newlands Time: 09:00 - 11:30 Guest Speakers: Thulani Khoza MC: Peter Greenwall Tickets: Adult - R150, Teens - R75 Our 3rd 'Awaken the Giant in You' breakfast for 2016 will take place on Saturday, August [...]
RISING FROM THE ASHES TO THE SUMMIT AND REACHING FOR THE STARS Date: Saturday 14 May 2016 Venue: The River Club Time: 08:00 - 10:30 Guest Speaker: Delia Cupido MC: Jonathan Jacobs Tickets: Adult - R150, Teens - R75 Our second 'Awaken the Giant in You' breakfast for 2016 will take place on Saturday, [...]
GROWING IMPETUS FOR ENTREPRENEURIAL EDUCATION IN SA SCHOOLS Date: Saturday 5 March 2016 Venue: Southern Sun, Newlands Time: 08:00 - 10:30 Guest Speakers: Kieno Kammies & Riaan Fourie MC: Peter Greenwall Tickets: Adult - R150, Teens - R75 Our first ‘Awaken the Giant in You’ breakfast for 2016 will take place on Saturday, March [...]
Date: Saturday 14 November 2015 Venue: Southern Sun, Newlands Time: 08:00 - 10:30 Guest Speakers: Craig Hoggins & Gabriella Geffen MC: Jonathan Jacobs Tickets: Adult - R150, Teens - R75 Guest speakers for the event are Gabriella Geffen from the HRDC Enabling Entrepreneurship National Task Team at the Maharishi Institute and Craig Hoggins from the [...]
Entrepreneurship is fast becoming a key pillar in the growth of the South African economy. While the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) report released in January this year shows that conditions that support the South African Entrepreneurial ecosystem have slipped and that fewer adults are involved in entrepreneurial activity, it is widely understood that entrepreneurship is [...]
