Lessons from a reformed fraudster – Rehabilitating the culprits
How should organisations and society deal with fraudsters? Should we be talking about rehabilitation and a reintegration into society?
Lessons from a reformed fraudster – Finding healing and self-forgiveness
Doctor Claudelle von Eck in an interview with Brad Sadler. Brad was convicted of fraud and had undergone a transformation process to where he is now – avidly spreading the word that fraud only brings negative dividends to the fraudster. In this first of two interviews, Dr Claudelle and Brad Sadler discuss whether fraudsters can be reformed and what one needs to do to reform yourself when you have wronged society.
Mobilising yourself as a leader
In order to be effective as a leader, one must have an acute sense of self awareness. In times of crises this becomes even more important, as leaders have to deal with increasing challenges such as no longer being able to provide a clear vision, no longer being able to control everything directly and no longer being able to rely on old and trusted knowledge. In this interview, Mr Nomvalo shares his insights on the factors leaders should take into consideration as they work on themselves to become more effective. From self-awareness to being in control in the eye of the storm.
Every professional should have a personal risk register
If nothing else, the pandemic certainly has highlighted the areas where we have been falling short. One of the most important lessons professionals should take from the crisis is that risk management is not only reserved for organisations with risk management functions in place. It makes absolute sense that individuals should apply the same principles, even if in a more simplistic form, to their own personal and professional lives. Thus creating a risk register for yourself and ensuring that you revisit and regularly update it, is going to become more important in a fast changing world.
Deploying yourself as a leader
In times of crises leaders have to deal with increasing expectations and pressure, while maintaining a balance of focus between survival and opportunities. Leadership styles are tested and pre-existing conditions in relationships are amplified. In this interview, which is a follow-on from the interview on Mobilising Yourself as a Leader, Mr Nomvalo gives sterling advice on how leaders can be effective in the midst of chaos.
When to absorb criticism
Criticism can be constructive, destructive or a little bit of both. Knowing when to absorb criticism and when not to, is a skill. If we absorb destructive criticism it could negatively affect our self-esteem and productivity. On the other hand, if we absorb constructive criticism it could help us to improve and become better versions of ourselves.
Is your judgement impaired?
Recently the Chief Justice of South Africa made a statement that had many up in arms. Some even calling for his head to roll. In a webinar he quoted Ps 122:6 and Gen 12: 1-3 from the bible and stated that Christians are obliged by the scriptures to love Israel. He stated that Christians, and as a nation, we cannot do anything but to love and pray for Israel as hatred for Israel will attract unprecedented curses on our nation.
Enablers of abuse of power – the ones we don’t talk about
At the time of writing this, most of the world has been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic and it feels like the world is upside down. In the middle of the crisis we have also seen protests around the world against racism at a scale we have not seen before. Many companies have been forced to rethink their contribution to the problem and inherent racism in their practices and even naming of their products.
Advice from a psychologist: Leading Virtual Teams
The pandemic is creating significant shifts in how we operate, interact with each other, create value etc. In this interview Dr Claudelle talks to well renowned work psychologist Dr Natasha Winkler-Titus about how leaders can successfully go through the transition to leading teams remotely and building a coherent culture when employees are dispersed. They also touch on the bad habits we should leave behind as we move into a new normal.
Advice from a psychologist: Addressing the psychological effects of a crisis
In times of crises there are always psychological implications that leaders should be aware of, take into consideration and ensure are addressed. In this interview Dr Claudelle talks to well renowned work psychologist Dr Natasha Winkler-Titus about the psychological effects of the pandemic on people and what organisational leaders and HR practitioners should focus on in leading people through a crisis.