From the trenches
Learning from the Elders
In this section contributors, who have the scars of having lived through hard leadership lessons, share their lessons learnt with subscribers. Contributors are chosen based on their proven track record.
Opinion Pieces


In conversation with Benjamin Pogrund
In conversation with Benjamin Pogrund. Dr Claudelle has a conversation with veteran journalist and renowned author Benjamin Pogrund who was friends with, and wrote about, the likes of Nelson Mandela and Robert Sobukwe. Pogrund shares lessons he learned during his illustrious career.


In conversation with Peter Vundla
In conversation with Peter Vundla. Dr Claudelle has a conversation with well-known South African entrepreneur and Chairman of AMB Capital, Luna Films and Sterkfontein Psychiatric Hospital. Vundla shares leadership lessons he has learned over the years)
When the roots of a tree begin to decay, it spreads death to the branches.
— Nigerian proverb