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There is only one YOU, so just be yourself! We keep hearing this, so why are you still trying to be someone or something else. Bjorn Salsone chats to serial, award winning entrepreneur Nomalanga Sitole.Nomalanga Sitole is a multi-award-winning South African entrepreneur who is always looking for the next challenge. She has an impressive repertoire as an entrepreneur, MC, inspirational speaker, facilitator, voice-over-artist, author, and TV presenter with over 20 years of broadcasting, event management, and marketing leadership experience. She is also the brilliant mind behind The Voice Within, an event management company creating memorable eventing experiences for clients and attendees alike.
I am yet to meet an entrepreneur or business owner that says I love doing my finances. Unless of course you are a business accountant, that is. Knowing your financial situation and financial goals is so key to your business success. Lets see how we can help you with this.Bjorn Salsone, host of Brunch with Bjorn is once again joined by serial entrepreneur and ActionCoach, Christian Harbeck and they delve into how you manage and plan our finances and your finance goals in your business. This very hands-on approach has really been incredibly well received by our audience. If you missed any of their previous sessions - click here.
In 1992, the then Johannesburg Civic Theatre presented writer/director Janice Honeyman’s pantomime ‘Sinbad’s African Adventures’ as its end-of-year festive season attraction. Now, thirty years later - and as the 27th annual Janice Honeyman pantomime on the Nelson Mandela Theatre stage of Joburg Theatre – the Panto of All Pantos, ‘Adventures in Pantoland’, marks the finale of Joburg Theatre’s 60th Anniversary celebrations.Bjorn Salsone chats to Brenda Radloff, actress and entertainer, to explore her career and her role in Adventures in Pantoland“When Joburg Theatre invited me to create a brand new pantomime for its 60th anniversary,” admits Honeyman, “I instantly became excited and buzzing with ideas in accepting the challenge. This year’s show will be a mash-up-mega-mix of pantomimes, where ever-popular characters such as Princess Aurora, Aladdin, Snow White and Jack the Joller meet on stage with the Wicked Queen Evilina, the Abominable Uncle Abanazar, Madame Kakkeloura Khakibos and the Crooked Captain Hideosa Hook in a Quest Adventure to retain the Golden Goblet of Goodness. ‘Adventures in Pantoland’ is an epic journey of traditional Good Versus Evil. Obviously, good wins out in the end!”“With all the breath-taking spectacle, magical storytelling, over-the-top comedy and outrageous topical references that Joburg Theatre audiences have grown to expect from the annual pantomime,” adds executive producer of the show, Bernard Jay, in his 21st consecutive pantomime collaboration with Janice Honeyman, “this year’s panto will once again be the ideal all-the-family outing to the theatre.”The panto’s all-star cast will feature (in alphabetical order) Michelle Botha, Dylan du Plessis, David Arnold Johnson, Didintle Khunou, Ilse Klink, Hlengiwe Lushaba Madlala, Carmen Pretorius, Brenda Radloff, Justin Swartz, Grant Towers and Ben Voss.Production designer Andrew Timm – Naledi Theatre Award winner for his acclaimed designs of the pantomime ‘Cinderella’ in 2021 – will be returning to transform Joburg Theatre’s state-of-the-art technology into a magical wonderland of globally-travelled adventures, along with panto veteran costume designer Bronwen Lovegrove. Oohs! and Aahs! and Wow Moments are guaranteed!‘Adventures in Pantoland’ will be on The Mandela stage at Joburg Theatre from November 6th to December 24th. Tickets from R260 are available now by visiting www.joburgtheatre.com or by calling 0861 670 670. Terrific discount prices are available for groups of ten or more.Follow the pantomime on social media: @JoburgTheatre #PantolandSA
The reason why you loose clients, is not because of price, its because you just don't care about them. How do we do what we say, and say what we do. Client care is paramount in your business success and continued growth. Bjorn Salsone and Christian Harbeck today delve into why clients leave and what you can and should be doing to keep them - start by talking to them and find out what matters to them. When you care, they feel and experience it.
If you missed the previous shows - click here
The MTV Staying Alive Foundation has announced a gripping third season of the multi-award-winning TV drama, MTV Shuga Down South. Bjorn Salsone, host of Brunch with Bjorn connected with Tshireletso Yvonne Diogo, Country Director, MTV Staying Alive Foundation. We find out more about the foundation and MTV Shuga.
The announcement, which was made in partnership with UNITAID, Anglo American Foundation and Paramount Africa. MTV Shuga is a 360-multimedia campaign cantered around a fictional television drama informed by true life stories of South African youth. This third season is inspired by the formative research findings from the Centre for Aids Development Research and Evaluation (CADRE). In addition to comprehensive Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), accentuated messaging comprises of HIV prevention choices, including PrEP (Pre-Exposure ).
Prophylaxis) and the Depivarim Ring, substance abuse, mental health, Tuberculosis, GBV and LGBTQIAP+. Amplified media includes radio, print, activations and a peer education programme in high schools and institutions of higher learning targeting youth between 16 and 24 years of age.
The last season, MTV Shuga Down South 2 was independently evaluated by the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. Findings showed that, amongst online participants in the Eastern Cape across rural and urban settings, knowledge of HIV status was higher among those exposed to the show (71%) vs those who were not (39%). The show was also associated with increased awareness of HIV self-testing, with 60% of those exposed expressing knowledge of the method and 29% having used a self-test.
Tshireletso Yvonne Diogo, Country Director, MTV Staying Alive Foundation said: “MTV Shuga is fictional, but the storylines are based on the real lives of young people. Through relatable characters we are able to signpost innovative health products and services, empowering our audiences to make informed choices about their sexual lives and overall well-being. All this is possible through our partnerships.”
Dr Philippe Duneton, Executive Director of Unitaid said: “New products like long-acting injectable HIV prevention or simple to use tools like self-tests have the potential to transform services for people at-risk of or living with HIV, but access is only one half of the solution. Unitaid is proud to fund MTV Shuga’s critical work that reaches young people with vital information and empowers them to take charge of their health.”
Dr. Alexandra Plowright, Community Health and Wellbeing Lead at Anglo American said: “The MTV Shuga programme forms an integral part of Anglo American’s Sustainable Mining Plan built around creating a Healthy Environment, Thriving Communities, and a Trusted Corporate Leader. The show’s content is highly relevant to the profiles of communities where we operate in the North-West, Limpopo, and the Northern Cape Provinces and has to potential to transform the lives of our young people through positive decision making and access to important information.”
The international television drama MTV Shuga Down South 3 will be produced by the young, vibrant and awardwinning local production house, Burnt Onion. The last two seasons opened up the industry for Samkelisiwe Makhoba, MTV Shuga Down South 1, and Malibongwe Mdwaba, MTV Shuga Down South 2. Both gifted artists landed leading roles and to date continue to entertain audiences locally and abroad on television and streaming platforms. Academy Award Winner Lupita Nyong’o who played Ayira in MTV Shuga Love Money Sex and Thuso Mbedu who played Ipeleng in MTV Shuga Down South 1 and 2 are MTV Shuga alumni who personify global excellence in acting!
Monde Twala, Senior Vice President & General Manager of Paramount Africa and MTV Staying Alive Foundation Board Member commented “The return of MTV Shuga Down South arrives at a time when global youth culture is at the brink of re-defining its history. Using Paramount Africa’s programming means we are one step closer to our vision of transforming mindsets for a better human race. We are excited for the return of MTV Shuga Down South!”
Social Media: @MTVShuga @MTVShugaDownSouth @MTVShugaNaija @MTVShugaBabi Website: www.mtvshuga.com Hashtags: #MTVShuga #MTVShugaDS #MTVShugaNaija #MTVShugaBabi #MTVShugaAloneTogether MTVShugaPeerEd #MTVShugaImpact
Is your business like an upside down Eiffel tower, with the small bit at the bottom and the bulk of it it resting on that one small point (you)? In many small businesses this is indeed the case. You started the business and now everything rests on your shoulders. We are here to help you change that.
Christian Harbeck, Franchise Partner of Action Coach, joins Business Brunch host, Bjorn Salsone to give you real help to change things in your business so that you are able to leave the business and it will continue to grow on without you. Today they take a look at your business foundation and planning. How was the business started and what it looks like?
Zip Zap’s philharmonic circus show, Rhapsody, will take to the stage in Cape Town from Thursday 3rd to Sunday 6th November 2022 at the Artscape Opera House, before it travels to Paris, France for a 3-month run at the Cirque Phénix. This will be the 4th time that Zip Zap collaborates with a collective of orchestral musicians to bring to life a foot-stomping, jaw-dropping performance.
Bjorn Salsone, host of Business Brunch every Tuesday on www.ebizradio.com connects with the co-founder and two cast members to find out more about the business of the Circus.
Rhapsody includes traditional and contemporary circus acts, accompanied by a 17-piece troupe of musicians, led by conductor Chad Hendricks, and two dynamic Cape Town vocalists, Janine and Riyaan Cornelius.
Expect to see daring acrobatics and a flawless display of aerial skills, all performed to the beat of the music! A show that will delight the whole family! Rhapsody ticket sales are now open on Computicket, with ticket prices ranging from R190-R350. An Early Bird discount applies until 9 October 2022. With only five performances in Cape Town, get those tickets early to avoid disappointment.
Show details:
Thursday, 3rd November 19h00 Friday, 4th November 19h00 Saturday, 5th November 15h00 and 19h00 Sunday, 6th November 15h00
The show runs for 90 minutes excluding a 20-minute interval. For corporate and group bookings as well as more information on our exclusive VIP Lounge Experience for Rhapsody at Artscape please contact events@zip-zap.co.za
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If you want to be a writer, make sure you have a day job first! What can we learn from a shipping magnate and a director of many companies?
Bjorn Salsone connects with entrepreneur and author Adam Kethro to find out about his business journey and his two year long commitment to write his first novel, Pleasures of the Harbour.
Adam Askew, a young man in a hurry, always wanted to be financially independent. Armed with guts, determination and a cocky self-assurance, he sets up a shipping company with a view to take on the world, one ton of cargo at a time. Fed up with the cliquey set-up in Durban, he takes a gutsy gamble – the biggest risk of his life – one that will ultimately make or break him. He heads for the big city lights of swanky 80s Joburg and is soon wining and dining at the top of the Carlton, sipping the best champagne in London and making some enemies along the way.
Set in the closing decades of the 20th century in sanction-wracked South Africa, Pleasures of the Harbour navigates a world of dodgy business partners, dubious deals and a few failed attempts at love before Adam can finally, and honestly, say he’s made it. Part adventure, part action, and lots of wheeling and dealing means readers are in for a rollicking ride in this highly entertaining novel that traverses the high seas and low roads of Southern Africa, while opening boardroom and a few bedroom doors along the way.
What is it like as a female foreigner opening a business in South Africa? Ankita Vyas Bohra, founder of Indiana House shares her story.
Bjorn Salsone, host of Business Brunch connects with entrepreneur and founder of Indian House, Ankita Vyas Bohra to find out what drove her to come to South Africa, then open a business in Cape Town and what it was like during the pandemic for her and what measures she had to put into place to keep her business afloat.
Lia Elise’s debut single, Same Old Story is not only an acclaimed success, but it shines a light on toxic relationships. August is Women's Month in South Africa, so its only fit to feature a young strong, brave and very talented your artist.
Björn Salsone, host of Business Brunch connects with Lia and delves into her journey as an artist, songwriter, student and entrepreneur.
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After 2 years of lock-down and shows been cancelled Disney's - The Jungle Book for Kids is finally in the theatre this June holidays. Book now at The Joburg Theatre, 13 June - 18 July 2022.
Björn Salsone, host of Entrepreneur Show - Business Brunch with Bjorn, hosted Jill Girard, Director of The Jungle Book for Kids by Peoples Theatre. We find out more about the behind the scenes, the battle to get the show on stage, finances, the pandemic, stolen costumes and the wonderful cast of children.
THINK SOCIAL MEDIA assists SMEs who want to add value, by providing focused attention to nurturing positive ongoing relationships with their clients, through creative marketing on a variety of social media platforms. Maybe its time you really THINK about your social media. Björn Salsone, host of Entrepreneur Show - Business Brunch with Björn, connects with founder of THINK Social Media, Lesley Mallon and finds out more about the agency, the journey to opening her business 10 years ago and how they can help entrepreneurs and SME's to truly understand and use targeted social media to connect with consumers and grow their brands in the market place.
What is design? Why does it exist? Why is it so important? Design has been part of the human race for as long as we have existed, whether through architecture, interiors, crafts, textiles, structures or graphic design. Its contribution has shaped the lives of all people throughout history, and its purpose… To better the lives of the human race.
Björn Salsone, host of #BrunchWithBjorn, every Tuesday at 11 on www.ebizradio.com is joined in studio by Wynand Tromp, Architect and founder of Tromp Studio
What an incredible way to learn - MyMastery provides access to high quality, professionally produced original content classes for a one-on-one learning experience with South African icons who share insights into their craft and journey to success, a first within the South African E-Learning space.
Björn Salsone, host of Business Brunch show on ebizradio.com is joined in studio by Richard Rayne, comedian Marc Lottering , fitness and wellness master - Steve Uria and we find out more about this incredible e-learning platform, perfect for individuals and businesses who want real hands on teaching.
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Can you even imagine what its has been like the past 18-months for people in the theater world? How do you even navigate the space when no live audiences were allowed. Today they are back and theaters and productions are open and its almost time again for SA's favorite annual pantomime - Cinderella by Janis Honeyman and Bernard Jay.
Björn Salsone connects with theater producer extraordinaire, Bernard Jay. As theaters reopen to the public, albeit only at 50% capacity, actors, producers, technical and costume teams are now all back at work.
We are delighted that the annual Janis Honeyman's pantomime - Cinderella is back on the stage. Bigger, better and entertaining. We go behind the scenes with Bernard and find out what the world of theater production is like.
Cinderella runs at the Nelson Mandela Theater from 5 November to 24 December. There will be a total of 71 performances and ALL COVID PROTOCOLS WILL BE IN PLACE.
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Have you ever sat down and unpacked your relationship with your money? Is the relationship working or are you just plodding along. Like any relationship, money requires work and understanding.
Joining our Business Brunch show host, Björn Salsone is Jade Fedder , Wealth Accelerator Coach and Vilochanee Naidoo, Personal and Business Finance expert and author of MONEY SMART
The way you treat and interact with others is the exact same way you will treat money and believe it or not your money is YOU!
Björn Salsone, connects with, Jade Fedder, CEO of Jade Coaching and discusses the relationship you have with money and how you treat others in your life right now is exactly how you treat money. Is it time to evaluate this relationship and find out what and how you can change this for the better in your life. Jade invites a client - IT Consultant, Craig Johnson to share his story with us and how he experienced his relationship with money and how he changed this and is now valuing money, his time and his service offering.
Jade is running a 4 week Wealth Accelerator course - starting next week. There is only space for 5 people.
If you feel you need to explore your relationship with money or learn how to manage both your self-worth and money better we encourage you to take a look at this upcoming 4 week (every Tuesday evening from 18.30 pm for 4 Thursdays during the month of August – 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st) – https://jadecoaching.co.za/ discover@jadecoaching.co.za / Cost is R2400.
If you missed last weeks show - click here
Getting others to talk about your business is much more credible than you talking about your business or buying an ad. Public Relations is still an incredible tool for all business to use, particularly today when we really need to connect and communicate with our consumers, staff and suppliers.
We connect with PR veteran Rose Hare in today's #BrunchWithBjörn, hosted Björn Salsone of TNC-Marketing
You work hard. You burn out. You take a break and then you do it all over again and again. Until you find the route of what is causing you to follow the same pattern you will remain on that hamster wheel. How can Kinesiology and Pole fitness help you change your life.
Björn Salsone, host of #BrunchWithBjörn exclusively on ebizradio.com, connects with Kinesiologist, Anita Jack. She shares her journey from a top marketing executive to now running her own Kinesiology practise and boutique studio.
- Kinesiology is the study of the mechanics of body movements to provide information about the state of health of all body organs and systems. It also employs many other healing therapies to achieve recovery.
From Boksburg to the bright lights of a Mr Gay World title. Lets meet Louw Breytenbach, entrepreneur, entertainer and South Africa's very own Mr Gay World. What can this entrepreneur and celebrity teach us today?
Björn Salsone is joined via Zoom by Louw Breytenbach, who has just been crowned Mr Gay World. Yes, an incredible accolade and an example to any young person aspiring to dream big. But there is so much more to Louw than just a crown - his struggle as an entertainer, an artist, an entrepreneur and having to learn to manage his multitude of mental illnesses. Lets take a listen to #BusinesBrunch, exclusively on ebizradio.com.
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The past 14 months has certainly changed the event space forever. Going from a complete lock-down, into online and now a combination of the two. How did entrepreneurs in this space manage and adapt?
Liesl Smith, founder of The Events Place chats to our Business Brunch show host Björn Salsone - we find out how Liesl got into the industry, how she navigated and adapted her business to get through the past 14 months. Key lessons and learning's are to be had for all entrepreneurs.
Connect directly:
Björn Salsone - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bjornsalsone/ / https://tnc-marketing.co.za/
Liesl Smith - liesl@eventsplace.co.za / +27 83 438 2279 / https://www.facebook.com/theweddingplace.co.za/?ref=page_internal /