Solving the People Puzzle: Recent Episodes
Francois de Wet
Building the right team can make all the difference for the success of your organisation. Hiring the right people who are highly motivated and skilled can have a major impact on your ability to to succeed. But finding these people and knowing whether or not they are the right fit can be a challenging puzzle to solve. Join Industrial Psychologist and Founder of www.wamly.io, Francois de Wet, on a journey to interview industry experts and find out what their most valuable tips and tricks are when it comes to hiring and developing the right people for your organisation.
What happens when you stop treating entry-level hiring as a tick-box compliance exercise and start using it to build South Africa's future executive pipeline?
In this episode of Solving the People Puzzle, host sits down with Lesego Shelembe, Specialist Recruiter at Nedbank, to unpack how corporate South Africa can solve the youth unemployment crisis by giving hungry talent their first real break.
Processing 35,000 applications for 650 spots in just 90 days isn't just a massive recruitment challenge—it's a high-stakes effort where one job offer can transform an entire household. Lesego Shelembe reveals the inner workings of Nedbank’s YES program, how they achieved a 46% absorption rate, and why corporate leaders need to shatter the "entry-level experience trap".
We dive deep into why modern talent acquisition strategy must move away from rigid, copy-pasted job specifications and toward evaluating raw ambition, culture add, and potential. Learn how video interviewing and digital tools like Wamly act as a recruiter's digital coworker—handling high-volume screening in the background so HR teams have the space for genuine human connection, candidate mentorship, and professional development.
If you are an HR director, executive, or line manager looking to upgrade your team management and build a high-performing workforce, this conversation is your blueprint for transforming Gen Z talent into future corporate leaders.
💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
The Entry-Level Experience Paradox: Why demanding "3–5 years experience" for basic roles sabotages your pipeline and how to fix it.
Inside the YES Program at Nedbank:** How to scale high-volume intake (35,000+ applicants) without losing the human touch.
Gen Z in the Workplace: Why young South Africans aren't asking for handouts—their rally cry is simply "Tag me in!"
Mentorship as a Power Move: How line managers can foster effective leadership, master team building, and pass the torch to the next generation.
Tech-Enabled Hiring: How digital tools like Wamly clear the administrative clutter, enabling strategic management and **leadership development across your organization.
Building Practical Leadership Skills: How setting the tone on day one creates long-term organizational loyalty and drive.
⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction: Setting the Tone for Future Leaders
02:18 - Nolitha’s Journey: From Public Management to High-Volume Recruitment
03:17 - What is the YES Program? Bridging the Experience Gap
05:30 - Understanding Gen Z: Hunger, Passion, and the "Tag Me In" Mindset
08:35 - Sifting 35,000 Applications: Scaling Talent Acquisition Strategy
11:45 - Teaching to Fish: Moving Beyond Short-Term Stipends
14:20 - The 46% Absorption Rate: Turning Interns into Graduate Coordinators
16:18 - Overcoming Manager Friction & Fostering Effective Leadership
20:48 - Advice for Unemployed Youth & HR Professionals
23:17 - Why Giving Youth a Chance is National Infrastructure
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Wamly is South Africa’s leading all-in-one hiring software, built to help companies hire better people faster. By streamlining high-volume screening, Wamly frees up your team to focus on meaningful leadership skills, team building, and building human connection.
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Why did you choose Candidate A over Candidate B? 🤔 Can you actually defend your last hiring choice if an upset applicant calls you out publicly on social media?
Welcome to Chapter 3 of Wamly, broadcasting live from our brand-new, tranquil offices! 🚀 In Episode 78 of Solving the People Puzzle—the ultimate business leadership podcast and human resources podcast—Fran drops a truth bomb that challenges standard talent acquisition trends in 2026.
When a line manager resists digital hiring, is it truly due to change fatigue, or are they caught in a battle for ego and control? 🎯
For decades, recruitment has been treated as the hiring manager's private domain, governed entirely by an unrecorded gut feel. But within the high-stakes South African context, relying on pure intuition isn't just outdated—it's a massive risk to your corporate reputation management and labor law compliance.
This episode breaks down the intense professional tension in the hiring manager vs hr dynamic, exposing how manual loops become a dangerous Workflow Trap used to shield bad habits from line manager accountability.
🔍 What We Unpack in This Episode:
- The Metric Lie: Why chasing pure hiring speed without recording interview data leads to catastrophic, costly mismatches down the line.
- The 2026 Social Media Threat: Why empowered candidates with thousands of followers are using TikTok and LinkedIn for social media reputation call-outs, tagging marketing, legal, and line managers directly.
- Tech-as-Coworker: How using premium video interview software and an objective interview scorecard acts as armor to protect your brand, rather than a tool to replace human judgment.
- Un-Biased Hiring: How implementing structured interview questions and data-driven scorecards eliminates hidden hiring bias and protects the entire candidate experience.
If you want to protect your business, you must learn to Hire Slower by validating talent through advanced hiring data analytics. Whether you are an HR executive looking for a modern recruitment strategy or a business leader driving recruitment automation, this conversation will completely redefine your approach to workforce management.
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Marko Stavrou, known across South Africa as the Gen Z Guy, is a dynamic young business leader. At 17, he became the youngest person accepted globally into Henley Business School. Today, aged 22, he is the founder of Genlink, an investor-backed consulting and insights firm focused on unlocking the potential of organisations' next-gen talent and customers. Over the past few years, Genlink has worked with the likes of Standard Bank, Nedbank, Universal Music, Walter Sisulu University, and many others.
Marko is also an active investor, looking to invest in pre-seed up to Series A business opportunities in SA and the US. As a sought-after speaker, Marko has presented at over 100 events on entrepreneurship, marketing, and Gen Z, engaging audiences from students to Fortune 500 CEOs. In addition to running multiple businesses, Marko documents his daily life as a CEO through his social media channels, which have more than 40 thousand followers and garner more than 3 million yearly impressions/views across all platforms.
Marko’s impact goes beyond his professional success, inspiring young people worldwide and shaping Africa’s future through his commitment to education and mentorship. Marko's lifelong ambition is to invest in the growth of African businesses while empowering entrepreneurs and leaders to lead more purposeful and fulfilling lives.
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- Website: Genlink.io
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- Email: Marko@genlink.io
Welcome back to Solving the People Puzzle, where we discuss all things talent acquisition and human resource management. In Episode 77, we sit down with Marko Stavrou, widely known as the "Gen Z Guy," for a raw and insightful conversation about what it actually takes to attract, hire, and retain the next generation of talent.
Marko challenges legacy HR assumptions and explains why Gen Z isn't just an age bracket, but a mindset shaped by generational defining moments. From the massive friction hidden in your current application process to the "great rewiring" of the modern brain, this episode is a masterclass in modernizing your Employee Value Proposition (EVP) for the AI-native world.
Key Takeaways & Insights
- The Real Definition of Gen Z: It's not just about age; it's about the "generational defining moments" like the 2008 financial crash, COVID-19, and the rise of the internet and smartphones that fundamentally changed how young people behave and view the world.
- The Friction Trap: Gen Z has unprecedented global optionality. If your hiring process involves 30-page surveys, clunky career sites, or automated emails, you are actively repelling top talent.
- Mobility Over Everything: If a young employee is stuck in the same team or role for more than two years without access to different divisions or mentors, they will not commit to the company.
- The "F-Card" Blindspot: No matter your IQ or experience level, every leader has blind spots. Humility and collaboration are non-negotiable traits for modern leadership.
- AI as the Ultimate Co-Worker: AI isn't just a trend; it's a fundamental part of research, development, and daily application, allowing Gen Z leaders to bypass traditional administrative bottlenecks.
Books Mentioned in this Episode
- Tribe of Mentors by Tim Ferriss: A collection of short life advice from influential people.
- The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt: A breakdown of how the internet, social media, and overprotective parenting physically changed Gen Z's brains during the "great rewiring".
- Limitless by Jim Kwik: A guide to upgrading your brain, reading faster, and learning in an AI-driven world.
- The Top Five Regrets of the Dying by Bronnie Ware: A profound look into living an authentic life and staying connected to your emotions.
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Are you sure your last remote hiring decision was legitimate? In this episode of Solving the People Puzzle, we explore a terrifying shift in the global talent landscape: the rise of the fraudulent candidate. What was a fringe topic 12 months ago is now a central boardroom concern for HR leaders and executives worldwide.
THE $5 MILLION ENGINEERING SCAM
Imagine hiring a "perfect" remote engineer who aced every interview, only to discover three months later that they were a proxy—a fake identity funneling a corporate salary back to North Korea. This isn't a one-off; it’s part of a global trend involving organized "laptop farms" and thousands of fraudulent hires.
THE DATA: A CRISIS IN TALENT ACQUISITION
The latest research confirms that workforce security is under siege:
⚠️ THE 41% STAT: 41% of organizations admit they have already hired a fake candidate.
⚠️ THE TRUST GAP: Deepfakes and AI-enabled impersonation are now ranked among the top threats to human capital management.
⚠️ GARTNER PROJECTION: By 2028, 1 in every 4 candidate profiles will be fake.
⚠️ AI SATURATION: 91% of hiring managers have encountered AI in recruitment fraud during the interview phase.
7 WAYS CANDIDATES ARE CHEATING IN 2026
🛑 DEEPFAKE CANDIDATES: Real-time face and voice swapping to impersonate a hire.
🛑 PROXY INTERVIEWS: A stand-in performs the interview to bypass candidate verification.
🛑 AI COPILOTS: Real-time AI assistance hidden just off-camera.
🛑 SYNTHETIC IDENTITIES: Organized rings using stolen documents to create fake employees.
🛑 FABRICATED CVS: AI-generated portfolios that destroy any remaining predictive validity in the CV.
🛑 ASSESSMENT CHEATING: Bypassing skills tests that lack cheating proctoring capability.
🛑 DEEPFAKE REFERENCES: Fake reference calls using AI-generated voices of "former line managers."
THE 5-LAYER UNIFIED HIRING DEFENSE
Learn how to pivot your digital transformation strategy from a fragmented process to a unified system:
🛡️ LAYER 1: Custom application forms that ditch the CV for structured data.
🛡️ LAYER 2: Skill-based hiring with timed, un-googleable questions.
🛡️ LAYER 3: Psychometric assessments to validate real behavioral potential.
🛡️ LAYER 4: One-way video interviews to eliminate "coffee chat" charisma bias.
🛡️ LAYER 5: Integrated identity and background checks triggered directly through your HR technology.
RESEARCH & RESOURCES
🔗 SECURITY MAGAZINE: https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/102140-41-of-organizations-have-hired-a-fake-candidate
🔗 PEOPLE MANAGEMENT: https://www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1945557/deepfakes-ai-enabled-impersonation-rank-among-top-recruitment-threats-research-reveals
🔗 GARTNER: https://www.gartner.com/en/newsroom/press-releases/2025-07-31-gartner-survey-shows-just-26-percent-of-job-applicants-trust-ai-will-fairly-evaluate-them
🔗 SHERLOCK: https://www.withsherlock.ai/blog/rise-of-ai-interview-fraud
🔗 SHRM: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/news/talent-acquisition/how-employers-are-confronting-deepfake-interview-fraud
🔗 FORTUNE: https://fortune.com/2025/04/07/north-korean-it-workers-infiltrating-fortune-500-companies/
🔗 FBI / IC3: https://www.ic3.gov/PSA/2025/PSA250723-4
🔗 CROWELL & MORING: https://www.crowell.com/en/insights/client-alerts/doj-announces-major-enforcement-actions-targeting-north-korean-remote-it-worker-schemes
VIDEO TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - The North Korean Remote Hire Story
1:21 - The 41% Fraud Statistic
2:08 - Deepfakes & Proxy Interviews
3:45 - AI Copilots & Synthetic Identities
5:05 - Why the CV is Dead
6:21 - Assessment Cheating & Fake References
11:15 - The 5-Layer Defense Strategy
18:39 - How to Secure Your Hiring Process
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Stop betting on "vibes" and start hiring with certainty. In this episode of Solving the People Puzzle, we’re hosting a first-of-its-kind "Industrial Psych Panel." We’re stripping away the Metric Lie that speed is the only KPI that matters. If you can’t prove why you hired someone, you aren't using science—you're just following a workflow.
We’re geeking out on how technology "forces" objective hiring by baking falsifiable research directly into the process. From automated job analysis to AI-driven performance signals, we show you how to turn your recruitment tech from a digital filing cabinet into a high-performance prediction engine.
Inside the Episode:
The Speed Trap: Why prioritizing "bodies in seats" is breaking your quality of hire. The Falsifiable Framework: If your hiring data can’t be proven wrong, it isn't science.
Tech as a Guardrail: How Wamly "forces" a proper job analysis before you ever see a candidate.
The AI Pivot: Using split-second data signals to predict long-term job performance.
South African Context: Navigating legislation and removing bias through structured practices.
Timestamps:
00:00 – The "Two Firsts": A Panel and an In-House Audience
01:55 – Why we’re "geeking out" on Industrial Psychology
03:00 – The Villain: Speed vs. Gut Feel
05:40 – Defining Science: What is a "Falsifiable" Hire?
08:00 – The Methods: Video Interviews, Psychometrics & Skills Tests
10:45 – How the Tech "Forces" a Job Analysis
14:30 – AI & The Future: Beyond Deterministic Statistics
17:40 – Final Advice: Breaking the "Traditional" Loop Ready to hire better people faster?
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We've been led to believe that more tech means less human interaction in recruiting, but this episode challenges that notion. We explore how top recruitment teams optimize their time through technology, proving that the best hiring process uses automation to enhance, not replace, professional judgment. It’s about creating space for crucial "human moments" and allowing AI to be a coworker, enabling recruiters to focus on impactful tasks rather than being bogged down by the recruitment workflow.
Interactive Truth-Check: Which Recruiter are You Today? 🧐
A) The Dashboard Dweller: I spend my life filtering data points and ticking boxes.
B) The Speed Demon: I’m obsessed with time-to-hire even if it means rushing a mediocre candidate.
C) The Strategic Partner: I use automation to free up my time so I can actually be human and build hiring manager confidence.
Comment down below and let us know!
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Attracting talent has become increasingly complex and fast-paced, with more changes in the last three years than in the previous decade. Join Fran from Wamly in this solo episode of Solving the People Puzzle as he deep dives into five essential recruitment trends. This episode is a must-listen for anyone in the recruitment industry looking to optimize their talent acquisition strategies and workforce planning.
We discuss how to transform boring job descriptions into high-converting recruitment marketing pages. Treat your vacancies like products by selling the "why" and the outcome to attract top-tier digital hiring prospects.
Speed is now a strategic advantage in the South African HR market. If your time-to-fill is too long, you are sending a negative brand signal to high-quality candidates. We explore how video interviewing serves as your new "front door," using intro and thank-you messages to build immediate trust. This approach ensures a superior candidate experience that stays ahead of the competition.
Learn how to achieve personalization at scale using automated workflows. By moving toward skills-based hiring, you can create unique candidate journeys without exhausting your internal teams. We also discuss using people analytics and talent intelligence to ensure your full-cycle recruiting process is both fast and fair. It’s about tech-forward workforce planning that prioritizes the human connection.
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Get ready for a masterclass in the messy middle of leadership with the phenomenal Stephanie Usher, Head of Talent Acquisition for Heineken Beverages. In this episode of Solving the People Puzzle, we’re ditching the corporate handbooks and HR fluff to talk about what company culture actually looks like when the cameras are off, and the pressure is on. Stephanie joins Francois to tackle the ultimate question: Is your workplace culture a proactive masterpiece or just a happy accident?
We dive deep into why culture fit is a trap that kills innovation, arguing instead for culture alignment where people share your vision but still have the guts to challenge your thinking. Stephanie gets real about the Top Performer Paradox, explaining how looking the other way when a high-earner breaks the rules is the fastest way to dismantle your employer brand and values. Beyond her role at Heineken, Stephanie is also the reigning Mrs. Supranational South Africa. She shares a raw, vulnerable story of leading through loss, proving that authenticity isn't a buzzword—it's a requirement for psychological safety.
We also explore the adult-to-adult philosophy, where we stop sugar-coating the truth and start treating our teams with the dignity they deserve. You’ll learn why you should never survey your staff if you aren’t prepared to actually change, and why the culture you get is ultimately the one you tolerate. It’s a bold, no-nonsense conversation for anyone tired of values on a wall and ready to lead with intentional leadership 🚀.
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Don't miss our first in-person event in the first week of March at The Tryst, where we unpack the Top 10 HR and Hiring Trends for 2026.
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There is an overwhelming fear that AI will make human roles mundane or irrelevant. In this episode of Solving the People Puzzle, we challenge the "anti-human" misconception of technology. Automation is not a substitute for the human; it is a filter that exposes where judgment, meaning, and purpose have been missing all along.
We explore why top-tier JSE-listed corporates are demanding AI in their RFPs and why this shift is the best thing to happen to strategic HR. If a task can be automated without losing its essence, should a human have been doing it in the first place?
The "Indispensable Human" Framework:
We unpack the four pillars where the human can—and must—never leave the room:
- Meaning Making: AI processes data, but it cannot interpret context or nuance.
- Accountability: Technology can recommend, but humans must own the final decision to maintain trust.
- Ethical Judgment: Fairness cannot be outsourced; it requires a combination of personal and organizational values.
- Human Connection: Automation removes the "noise" and system fatigue, freeing leaders to focus on real connections.
Stop reacting to information and start interpreting it. Join us as we clarify where you belong in the future of work.
Key Highlights:
- The 2026 Shift: Why line manager fatigue is the number one risk for your employees.
- The RFP Reality: How South African corporates are rethinking their systems.
- The Habit Trap: Breaking the conditioning of "8-hour-a-day" mundane tasks.
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Don't miss our first in-person event in the first week of March at The Tryst, where we unpack the Top 10 HR and Hiring Trends for 2026.
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If you aren't aware of the top ten HR and hiring trends for 2026, you will not be hiring better people faster.
In this episode of Solving the People Puzzle, we unpack the 10 definitive trends shaping HR and talent acquisition this year. We explore how HR is graduating from a support function to becoming an "AI Era Strategist".
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💠 THE 5 HIRING TRENDS
1) AI BECOMES A COWORKER: AI is moving from a support tool into an active coworker that can screen, schedule, and optimize with minimal human input.
2) THE COLLAPSE OF PLATFORMS: Organizations are moving away from fragmented systems (5-7 different tools) toward consolidated, data-driven platforms.
3) REDEFINING QUALITY: Success is being measured by post-hire performance, engagement, and how an employee influences company culture.
4) FRICTIONLESS HIRING: Because expectations are high, slow processes lead to losing top talent and damaging your brand reputation.
5) ETHICAL FRAMEWORKS: As AI makes more decisions, HR must remain the foundational guide for fairness and ethics in our multicultural environment.
💠 THE 5 POST-HIRE TRENDS
6) MANAGER EFFECTIVENESS: Managers are becoming the #1 people risk due to change fatigue and complexity overload.
7) AI LITERACY: AI engagement is now a core capability expected from every employee in the business, regardless of their role.
8) OUTCOME-BASED WORK: Work is being redesigned around desired results and small task forces rather than rigid, traditional job roles.
9) MEASURING CHANGE FATIGUE: Fatigue is no longer anecdotal; it is now a measurable metric used to catch burnout before it impacts the business.
10) THE STRATEGIC UPGRADE: HR is evolving from a support function into an AI Era Strategist with the power to influence the organization's digital adoption.
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Is Artificial Intelligence coming for your job, or is it the key to finally becoming a strategic business partner?
In this episode of Solving the People Puzzle, Francois sits down with Dr. Dieter Veldsman, Chief HR Scientist at the Academy to Innovate HR (AIHR), to debunk the myths surrounding AI in the workplace.
Dr. Dieter reveals why the narrative of "replacement" is wrong and why we are seeing a rise in "AI Regret"—where companies replace humans too quickly, only to realize the value of empathy and connection.
We explore how HR professionals can move from fear to "AI Fluency", using technology to amplify their impact rather than just automate tasks. If you want to future-proof your career, master durable skills, and learn the 3 E's of implementing AI, this episode is your blueprint for thriving in the AI era.
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📄 Read the full article discussed in this episode: AI Readiness and Maturity: https://www.aihr.com/blog/ai-readiness-and-maturity/
In this episode, we cover:
- 00:00 – Introduction: Dr. Dieter Veldsman & The State of AI in HR
- 01:39 – Reshaping vs. Replacing: Why the "End of HR" is a Myth
- 03:59 – What is "AI Regret"? (And why humans are making a comeback)
- 05:12 – Durable Skills: The critical abilities AI can't replicate
- 09:30 – The Mid-Career Crisis: Why CPOs are leaving the industry
- 12:56 – AI Amplification: Moving from transactional admin to strategic impact
- 16:24 – The 3 E's Framework: Education, Equip, and Expose
- 18:33 – Stop trying to be an Expert: The case for "AI Fluency."
- 26:34 – The Future Outlook: Can AI ever replace empathy?
About Solving the People Puzzle: Hosted by Francois, Solving the People Puzzle is the premier podcast for thought leadership in recruitment, talent acquisition, and organizational psychology. We bring you insights from global experts to help you navigate the changing world of work.
About Wamly: Wamly is a talent acquisition software provider that brings the world to you through one-way video interviews. We help organizations streamline their recruitment process, reduce time-to-hire, and identify the best candidates early in the funnel.
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Is the era of the "Wolf of Wall Street" salesperson finally over? In this episode of Solving the People Puzzle, we explore why the most effective salespeople in 2025 aren’t the loudest extroverts—they are the "nerds," the process engineers, and the data analysts.
Learn how to hire for tech sales with expert JP Malherbe. Discover the importance of grit, analytics, and process in building a successful tech sales team. This recruitment podcast is a must-listen for anyone in the tech sales industry looking to improve their hiring process and sales training.
Host Francois de Wet connects with former Wamly colleague turned US-based founder and CRO @ BizDev Labs, JP Malherbe, to break down exactly how to hire for the modern tech sales landscape. From the massive scale differences between the South African and US markets to the specific skills required to build an outbound machine, this episode is a blueprint for founders and hiring managers.
JP argues that charisma is no longer the primary skill. Instead, successful hiring today depends on finding individuals with "grit", an analytical mindset, and the ability to engineer complex lists and messaging systems.
In this episode, we cover:
- The "Wolf" is Dead: Why the charismatic, cologne-wearing salesperson is being replaced by the "sales scientist".
- David vs. Goliath: Comparing the South African market ($400B GDP) to the US market ($28 Trillion GDP).
- The 3 Critical Skills: Why you need specialized skills in list building, cold calling, and copywriting rather than a generalist.
- Hiring for Grit: Why grit cannot be taught and how to spot it in a candidate’s backstory.
- Leadership Lessons: Fran shares why "listening to your gut and the data" is vital for founders.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
02:30 – Why South Africa is tough for tech sales
06:00 – The 70x Scale: Comparing SA vs. US GDP
13:18 – The Evolution of the BDR: From Charisma to "Nerd"
17:46 – Why "Impressive" people aren't always the best hires
20:30 – Structuring a Modern Sales Team (Specialists vs. Generalists)
26:40 – Leadership: Making decisions with data and intuition
34:30 – The "Benevolent Dictator": Why 50/50 partnerships struggle
36:40 – The Top 3 Traits to Hire For: Grit, Analytics, and Passion
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What if your company's greatest talent attraction tool isn't your perks package or your job specs... but your stories?
In a competitive market, how does a global giant like Coca-Cola cut through the noise to attract, onboard, and keep top talent? The answer lies in a strategy that moves far beyond the traditional job ad.
In this episode, we sit down with Kego Ntshe, Country Employer Branding Lead at Coca-Cola Beverages, to unpack the official "playbook" for building a magnetic employer brand. Kego shares the powerful, practical, and replicable methods she uses to harness the power of authentic storytelling.
This is your guide to moving from "posting jobs" to "building connections."
In this playbook, you'll discover:
📚 The "Storytelling" Thesis: Why authentic narratives are more powerful than any bullet-point list of benefits.
⚖️ The High-Performance Balance: How Coca-Cola builds a culture of high performance without losing the human touch of empathy and respect.
🔍 Finding Your Stories: Kego's method for uncovering powerful, genuine stories from all levels of the business (and turning them into recruiting assets).
🚀 Beyond Attraction: How to weave storytelling into your onboarding and retention strategies to build long-term loyalty.
If you're an HR leader ready to stop competing on salary alone and start winning the war for talent, don't miss this playbook.
GUEST: Connect with Kego Ntshe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kegomoditswe-ntshe-a2117260/
ABOUT WAMLY: Wamly is the all-in-one hiring system designed to help you attract, screen, and hire better candidates, faster. Learn more: https://linkly.link/2Ka2R
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In a world promising an easier life, why do so many of us feel like it's harder than ever to find authentic success? In this powerful conversation, Francois welcomes back entrepreneur and dear friend Mark Sham for a brutally honest discussion about what it truly takes to thrive.
Mark shares his deeply personal journey of reinvention, explaining why he had to let go of his old identity to find real growth. He reveals the essential "core skills" our education system never taught us and explains why learning to "sit in the fire" of uncomfortable emotions is the only way forward.
This isn't just a conversation about personal development; it's a critical look at the South African business landscape. Mark explains why small businesses are the key to our country's future and how we can create happier, more resilient people to build a better society and a stronger bottom line. Tune in to discover Mark's playbook for reinvention and why embracing meaningful challenges is the secret to a fulfilling life.
Show Notes
In this episode, Mark Sham unpacks his playbook for reinvention, resilience, and finding success in a complex world.
Topics Covered:
- [02:08] - Letting Go of a Former Life: Mark discusses the five-year journey of reinventing himself after realising his old identity had become a "noose around his neck".
- [04:52] - The Guardian Angel of Small Business: Why Mark's new goal is to become the guardian angel for small businesses in South Africa.
- [05:55] - The Engine of the Economy: A look at the data showing that 60% of all employment in South Africa comes from small businesses.
- [09:22] - The Fear of Hiring: How the unintended consequences of our labour laws disincentivise small businesses from hiring new staff.
- [15:14] - The Modern Paradox: Mark explains why it's never been a better, or a more complex and difficult, time to be alive.
- [18:07] - Core Skills vs. Soft Skills: The conversation explores the crucial life skills we were never taught in school, like how to be happy or navigate hard times, which are often mislabeled as "soft skills" instead of "core skills".
- [25:16] - The Need for 'Hard': Why human beings ironically need difficult challenges in their lives to truly thrive and grow.
- [31:23] - Sitting in the Fire: Mark shares his personal strategy of sitting with uncomfortable emotions to truly process them, rather than glamorizing or avoiding them.
- [38:18] - The Texture of Life: How going through hard seasons adds a rich texture to life and helps you truly appreciate the good times when they return.
- [41:53] - The Workplace's Unique Opportunity: Why the workplace is the one space where we can make a massive investment in people that positively impacts both society and the company's bottom line.
Memorable Quotes:
- "Don't listen to what people say, watch what they do."
- "You got taught math, English and science in school, but no one taught you how to be happy."
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This episode of Solving the People Puzzle tackles the silent identity crisis facing so many in the HR community. We explore why many practitioners feel they are going backwards, struggling to be seen as the strategic advisors they aspire to be.
The conversation confronts a difficult reality: many organizations do not view their HR department as a game-changer. HR is often unfairly burdened with being the sole "gatekeeper of values and ethics" , creating a high-tension environment where the demands feel unrealistic and unsustainable.
In this episode, we delve deep into this issue with special guest Joe, Managing Director of Art of Talent and a passionate self-esteem coach. Together, they challenge the conventional wisdom that this is a skills or capability problem. Instead, Joe reveals how the path to becoming a valued strategic advisor is fundamentally rooted in self-worth, purpose, and self-esteem. This is a must-listen for any hiring professional ready to reclaim their voice, redefine their value, and make a real impact on their organization.
Connect with our guest: Learn more about Joe: https://linkly.link/2G0ZS
Show Notes & Timestamps
- 00:00:46: Meet Joe, Managing Director of Art of Talent, and learn about her three passions: building TA capability, executive search, and her mission as a self-esteem coach.
- 00:04:40: Unpacking the identity crisis in the HR community, including challenges with capability, confidence, and empowerment.
- 00:06:11: The tough question: Why are so few HR departments seen as "game-changers" that help their organizations compete?.
- 00:06:52: Is HR unfairly tasked as the "gatekeeper of values and ethics"? Joe argues this is an enormous and unfair burden.
- 00:10:30: Do HR professionals truly know what they're signing up for when they enter the profession?.
- 00:11:45: The professional dichotomy: How to navigate the identity of being a strategic business partner while being treated as a "straight service".
- 00:14:44: The impact of being constantly under-resourced, without the necessary tools or capabilities to meet modern talent demands.
- 00:20:34: The real solution to HR burnout: The power of self-regulation and rediscovering your professional purpose.
- 00:21:37: Why self-esteem is critical for challenging a hiring manager and ensuring your voice is heard.
- 00:24:28: A practical framework for self-worth: The building blocks of Celia Coburn's Self-Esteem Model are explained.
- 00:30:11: What can you do right now? Joe provides five simple, practical things you can do to regulate your nervous system and start rebuilding your foundation.
Resources Mentioned in this Episode
- [00:24:28] The Self-Esteem Model by Celia Coburn: The mantra is, "I am a valuable and worthwhile human being and I hold myself in high regard". The three core pillars are a healthy relationship with yourself, competence & confidence, and boundaries & assertiveness.
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🚀 Is your hiring process a bottleneck or a growth engine?
In this episode of Solving the People Puzzle, we sit down with Rikus, the CPO and CMO behind WeBuyCars. He shares the incredible inside story of how they transformed their talent acquisition from a manual, time-consuming process into a strategic competitive advantage. Learn the exact mindset shift that occurred when they stopped viewing HR tech as a cost and started seeing it as an enabler to grow the rest of our business".
Tune into this HR podcast with Rikus Blomerus, CPO at WeBuyCars, as he shares how they hire 120+ people a month and manage human resources effectively.
This is a masterclass for any HR leader, executive, or talent acquisition professional on how to build a hiring system that doesn't just fill roles, but actively drives business success.
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Rikus, the CPO and CMO at WeBuyCars. He also looks after the marketing for the company, giving him a unique perspective on the intersection of people, brand, and business growth. WeBuyCars is the biggest car buying service in South Africa and is listed on the JSE.
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Ever sat in an interview and realised within 5 minutes that the candidate doesn't match their CV?. You're not alone. That single, time-wasting problem is what sparked the creation of Wamly back in 2018.
In this special episode of Solving the People Puzzle, Wamly founder Francois de Wet takes you through the entire journey—from a simple one-way video interview tool to a revolutionary end-to-end hiring platform built to solve the biggest challenges in recruitment today.
Learn why HR teams are drowning in platforms, how fragmented data is hurting your strategy, and why the candidate experience is your most important asset. This is the story of how we listened to the South African HR community to build the ultimate hiring solution.
Timestamps:
- 00:00 - The Mission: Helping the world hire better people faster.
- 00:18 - The Problem: Why people don’t look like their CVs.
- 01:26 - The Birth of Wamly & Our Big Break in 2020.
- 03:36 - The Pivot: Moving from just 'speed' to improving 'quality' of hire.
- 04:22 - 3 Reasons We Built an End-to-End Solution.
- 06:49 - Inside the Platform: Attract, Screen, Interview, Assess & Check.
- 09:08 - EXCITING UPDATE: Introducing the new Wamly Career Page feature.
About Wamly: Wamly is the end-to-end hiring solution that helps you attract, screen, interview, assess, and check all your candidates in one place. Stop juggling systems and start making better, data-driven hiring decisions.
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- Website: https://linkly.link/2EmdE
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In this solo masterclass from Solving the People Puzzle, Our founder and CEO, Francois de Wet, gives you the ultimate guide to the five essential talent acquisition KPIs. Drawing on success stories and insights from Wamly's clients , Francois goes beyond definitions to provide practical tools, techniques, and next steps you can implement in your business right away.
In this episode, you will learn:
- Time to Hire: Why this is more than a number—it’s a direct reflection of your candidate experience and where key bottlenecks like diary management or screening are hiding in your process.
- Cost per Hire: How to unpack the true cost of a hire by analyzing subdomains like attraction costs, technology subscriptions, and the hourly cost of your interview panel.
- Quality of Hire: Arguably the most important metric. Learn how to connect performance data back to the original hiring source (e.g., LinkedIn vs. Referrals) to see which channels deliver true top performers.
- Candidate Experience: How to use the concept of "candidate listening" and technology to gather feedback that is a "gift," not criticism, to help you optimize every touchpoint of your hiring cycle.
- Offer Acceptance Rate: Why it's not always about the money. A low acceptance rate is a sign that you aren't clearly articulating your full EVP—from company culture and values to growth opportunities.
About Wamly: You can't improve what you don't measure. Wamly's end-to-end hiring solution is the system you need to track these critical KPIs, automate your process, and supercharge your hiring. Ready to see how it works? Request a demo with our team today: https://linkly.link/2Br0s
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From payroll to CPO at 32, Stiaan Pienaar of Ocean Basket shares his groundbreaking 'Good Recipe' and 'Catch' system. Learn how this human-centric HR approach is uplifting talent across the industry.
Dive into a powerful and insightful conversation with Stiaan Pienaar, Chief People Officer at Ocean Basket, one of South Africa's most recognizable and beloved restaurant franchises. As one of the youngest CPOs in South Africa at just 32 years old, Stiaan's career trajectory is remarkable, having started at Ocean Basket as a payroll administrator about nine years ago. He now unveils a truly groundbreaking, human-first approach to talent acquisition and human resources management in the challenging hospitality sector.
Stiaan candidly discusses the unique and often difficult challenges prevalent in the restaurant industry in South Africa, characterizing the traditional hiring landscape as "desperation meets desperation". This environment is often marked by long hours (employees can work from 5 AM to 1 AM) and minimum wages , making talent attraction and retention incredibly difficult. To directly counter these deep-seated issues, Stiaan has championed a revolutionary and people-centric pipeline for talent development and workforce planning.
Discover the core pillars of Ocean Basket's innovative HR strategy:
- The "Good Recipe": Cultivating Internal Talent Ocean Basket's innovative framework defines precisely what "good" looks like for every single role within the organization. This unique employee development approach empowers individuals with a clear roadmap for their career progression and fosters significant internal growth. Every human in the business understands their own "recipe" and knows exactly what skills and knowledge they need to be "good".
- The "Catch" System: A Visionary Talent Acquisition Model Stiaan unveils "The Catch" , a multi-stage talent acquisition system often described using a powerful "house analogy". This process moves far beyond traditional CV drop-offs to efficiently identify and nurture suitable job candidates.
- HR's True Role: "Live in Your Business" Stiaan delivers a strong, unconventional message for all HR professionals and human capital leaders: "You have to live inside of your business". This means embracing the inherent chaos, being curious, asking tough questions, and not shying away from difficult conversations or conflict. He emphasizes the importance of immersing oneself in operations to deeply understand the business from top to bottom.
This episode offers essential insights for HR leaders, business strategists, and decision-makers looking to innovate their talent strategies, foster employee development, and make a real difference in the employment landscape of South Africa, contributing significantly to bringing down the country's unemployment percentage.
Inspired by Stiaan's insights? It's time to solve your people puzzle.
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Join us on Solving the People Puzzle for a captivating conversation with Vuyo, a passionate expert in financial services, HR, and talent acquisition. In this episode, Vuyo shares his unique perspective on the critical role of candidate experience in today's competitive talent landscape.
Vuyo dives deep into how traditional HR information systems, often built with finance in mind, frequently fall short in delivering a truly positive candidate journey. He challenges the status quo, emphasizing that candidates should be treated as customers – a powerful shift in mindset that can revolutionize your hiring success.
Discover why speed and consistent communication are paramount for engaging both active and passive job seekers. Vuyo champions the use of innovative, experience-driven HR technology to provide crucial feedback loops and ongoing engagement, even suggesting leveraging widely used tools like WhatsApp for communication.
This episode is a must-watch for HR leaders and hiring professionals looking to:
- Understand the evolution of HR into a strategic business partner.
- Learn why current HR systems might be lacking flexibility and customization for candidate-centric needs.
- Gain insights into crafting a talent acquisition strategy that truly solves for "X" – putting the candidate at the center.
- Redefine their Employer Value Proposition (EVP) by honoring the promise made to potential and current employees.
Vuyo's "Nostradamus moments" offer fascinating predictions on the future of HR tech, advocating for bespoke solutions from niche providers over one-size-fits-all systems. He stresses that technology should be a vehicle to communicate your brand's DNA, not the promise itself.
Don't let the "war for talent" leave your organization behind. Learn how to attract and retain the best by creating an intentional, seamless, and engaging candidate experience.
Key Takeaways:
- Treat candidates as customers to improve hiring outcomes.
- Traditional HR tech often lacks flexibility for true candidate experience; look for bespoke solutions.
- Speed, feedback, and engagement throughout the hiring process are crucial.
- A clear, intentional talent acquisition strategy is essential before implementing tech.
- EVP is your promise; technology is the vehicle for its communication.
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- Website: https://2ly.link/29JTs
- Learn more about solving your hiring challenges: https://2ly.link/29JU7
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Is your current hiring process built for the future? The world of recruitment is transforming rapidly, and leveraging the right HR technology is no longer optional—it's essential for success.
This episode is a must-listen for HR professionals, business leaders, and anyone involved in talent acquisition who wants to stay ahead of the curve and stop losing candidates.
Learn how to move beyond chaotic spreadsheets and build a smarter, faster, and fairer hiring funnel.
🔥 Inside this episode, you'll explore:
- Theme 1: Structure for Peak Performance & Fairness - Discover how a well-defined, structured hiring process doesn't kill optimization but actually enables fairness and more accurate selection.
- Theme 2: Automation That Empowers Humans - Learn how automation can free up your HR team from repetitive administrative tasks.
- Theme 3: Candidate Experience as a Non-Negotiable Deal Breaker - Understand why a seamless, engaging, and communicative candidate experience is crucial in today's attention economy and how technology can help you keep top talent informed.
- Theme 4: Hiring as a True Team Sport - Explore why collaborative hiring, involving multiple touchpoints and data points from various team members, is the new norm and how your tech stack should facilitate this collective engagement and decision-making.
- Theme 5: Data Intelligence for Your Competitive Edge - Uncover the power of leveraging the thousands of data points in your hiring journey—from source effectiveness to bottleneck identification—to gain actionable insights, measure ROI, and continuously optimize your recruitment strategy
🚀 Ready to transform your hiring process and hire better people, faster? Wamly offers an award-winning, all-in-one, end-to-end hiring platform designed to help you attract, screen, interview, assess, and manage all your candidates in a single system. Visit Wamly today to learn more and book a demo: ➡️https://2ly.link/289Rp
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Is your HR approach truly cultivating success from the ground up? 🌱 In a world dominated by digital processes, how do you ensure the "human" in Human Resources not only survives but thrives?
Learn valuable talent and culture strategies from the Executive Head of Human Capital at VKB Group. Discover how to enhance candidate experience, improve employer branding, and build a strong talent pipeline. This video is a must-watch for HR professionals!
Dive deep into the heart of purpose-driven HR with Francois Sieberhagen, one of South Africa's leading agricultural enterprises. In this insightful episode of "Solving the People Puzzle," Francois shares the unique strategies VKB employs to attract, nurture, and retain top talent, proving that HR can be both profoundly human and exceptionally effective.
If you're an HR professional, business leader, or anyone passionate about building people-first organisations that yield incredible results, this episode is packed with wisdom, real-world examples, and practical inspiration.
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In Episode 57 of Solving the People Puzzle, we sit down with Penny Adams, a seasoned Industrial Psychologist and Human Capital leader.
Looking to improve your hiring process? In this Episode, Penny Adams shares her expert advice on fixing your hiring process from job design to onboarding. Learn about talent acquisition, employee value proposition (EVP), and valuable tips and tricks to attract and retain top talent for your organization.
Penny maps out a comprehensive blueprint, emphasizing the need to move beyond processes and embrace empathy. Discover actionable insights on:
👉Strategic Job Design: Why it's the critical first step and how to get it right (linking to strategy, involving key players, avoiding common pitfalls).
👉Crafting & Living Your EVP: Moving beyond theory to operationalize your Employer Value Proposition and Brand authentically.
👉 Elevating Candidate Experience: Understanding modern candidate expectations and avoiding damaging communication gaps.
👉Leveraging HR Tech & AI Wisely: Automating effectively while retaining the essential human touch.
👉 Using Assessments Effectively: Adding depth with psychometrics without falling into common traps.
👉Intentional Onboarding: Setting new hires up for success from day one with a structured plan.
Tune in to gain practical tools and frameworks from Penny Adams to refine your hiring process, attract top talent, and ultimately, build stronger teams by remembering the human element.
🔗Guest: Penny Adams is a registered Industrial Psychologist and experienced Human Capital executive with a career spanning HR roles to strategic leadership. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pennelopeadams/
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Reaching every employee isn’t just about great messaging—it’s about accessibility.
Learn how SMS can improve employee engagement! Grant Langton shares insights on employee engagement metrics and internal communications strategies for internal comms managers.
In this episode of Solving the People Puzzle, we sit down with Grant Langton, from Connexa, to explore how SMS is quietly becoming one of the most effective tools in HR communication, especially in data-limited environments like South Africa.
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💡 Here’s what you’ll learn:
Why traditional tools like email and WhatsApp often miss the mark
How SMS is bridging the gap across different income levels and roles
How companies are using SMS for training, onboarding, compliance, and internal newsletters
The surprising psychology behind why SMS still works in 2024
📲 Whether you’re in HR, internal comms, or leading a tech-driven organization, this episode will change the way you think about reaching your people.
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Dive deep into the transformative world of talent acquisition with Thembi Manyike, a passionate TA professional from Santam.
In this eye-opening episode, Thembi reframes talent acquisition as more than just recruitment—it's a calling that changes lives.
Discover how modern talent acquisition specialists have evolved from administrative recruiters to strategic business partners who understand workforce planning and drive organizational success.
Thembi reveals what makes an exceptional talent acquisition strategy in today's competitive market: combining salesmanship, marketing expertise, and authentic employer branding to attract top talent. Learn why personal brand has become an extension of employer brand, and how successful TA professionals must deeply understand their organization's culture to match candidates perfectly.
The conversation explores how data-driven recruiting is revolutionizing the human resources function, with Thembi sharing practical insights on leveraging technology while maintaining the crucial human connection in the hiring process.
Whether you're an HR professional or talent acquisition manager looking to enhance your recruitment approach, this episode offers invaluable wisdom on building a strategic talent acquisition process that aligns with business objectives while creating meaningful career opportunities.
Looking to hire better people faster? Head over to wamly.io to learn how our all-in-one solution can supercharge your recruiting process.
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Discover Santam's bold blueprint for modern talent acquisition in this Talent Visionary series. Learn about employer brand strategy, recruitment marketing, and how to differentiate between recruitment and talent acquisition. Get insights on building a strong employer brand and finding the right staffing solutions for your organization.
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Hey there, hiring fans and startup lovers! This latest Solving the People Puzzle episode brings Louis Neil from Bookt to the table, and it’s packed with insights. Learn about the latest trends in talent acquisition and how AI-driven recruitment is revolutionizing the hiring process.
Picture this: AI turning small teams into powerhouses, curiosity sparking the best hires, and Silicon Valley dropping game-changing lessons for South African founders. Louis even shares how VCs are all about speed these days—talk about a wake-up call!
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Learn about the big changes coming in HR in 2025 with our podcast on digital HR trends, hiring trends, HR analytics, and optimizing employee experience. Don't miss out on the latest in HR innovation!
HR is evolving, and staying ahead is key for every HR practitioner. In this episode, we explore data-driven insights and the latest AI in HR advancements transforming the workplace.
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Are You Spending Your 90,000 Work Hours Intentionally?
Your career takes up 90,000 hours of your life—but are you truly fulfilled? Paul Kempff and Francois dive into the power of intentional career choices and how to align your work with your values, strengths, and long-term goals.
If you're feeling stuck, disengaged, or unfulfilled in your job, this episode is for you!
In This Episode, We Cover:
The Sunday Dread Test – A simple way to assess your job satisfaction
Job-Hopping vs. Career Longevity – Why depth in your work matters
The secret to finding joy and fulfillment in your career
How employee engagement boosts productivity by 21%
The biggest mindset shift to create success on your terms.
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Join host Francois de Wet, CEO of Wamly on another inspiring episode of Solving the People Puzzle, where we delve into the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of HR and talent acquisition. This week, Francois welcomes Lerato Morathi, Head of Human Capital at Alex Forbes, to discuss the transformative power of employer branding and Employee Value Proposition (EVP).
Lerato shares his journey in HR leadership and his approach to fostering authentic employee experiences that drive advocacy and retention. From creating real connections within organizations to empowering employees as brand ambassadors, this episode provides actionable strategies to align culture with attraction and retention goals.
Whether you’re an HR professional or a business leader, tune in to learn how Lerato and Francois tackle the complexities of EVP, offering insights to create meaningful workplace cultures that attract top talent.
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In this episode of Solving the People Puzzle, host Francois de Wet interviews Farhad Bayat, CEO and co-founder of Farosian, about using social media insights in hiring. Farhad explains how Farosian combines AI and human expertise to provide a comprehensive view of candidates.
The discussion includes ethical considerations, consent, and the importance of qualitative data in hiring decisions.
Discover how organizations can identify red and green flags, ensure cultural fit, and improve retention through social media screening. This episode highlights how digital footprints influence modern recruitment and employee management.
Join us as we uncover the power of integrating technology and human judgment to revolutionise hiring strategies.
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In this episode, Francois de Wet, CEO of Wamly, sits down with global HR leader Amy Brand to talk about how to achieve hiring success. Amy shares her expertise on strengthening employer branding, improving candidate experience, and using social media to attract top talent.
You’ll also hear practical tips on managing online reputation, creating successful referral programs, and building a positive, inclusive workplace culture.
Ideal for HR professionals and leaders, this episode offers essential tools to enhance your hiring strategies.
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Join Francois De Wet as he dives deep into the top five common mistakes in the hiring process, and how to overcome them.
Drawing on firsthand insights from working with hundreds of clients, we explore the challenges businesses face when filling vacancies—from creating inconsistent job profiles to neglecting candidate experience.
Learn actionable strategies to refine your recruitment process, improve candidate attraction, and deliver a seamless, data-driven hiring experience. Tune in for practical advice to enhance your hiring strategy!
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In this exciting episode, Francois De Wet takes the stage at Wamly's live event, hosted in Cape Town, to unveil the top 10 HR and hiring trends for 2024.
Francois is joined by an expert panel of guests, Amy Brand, Suzanne Liebenberg and Lee Watts, each diving into one of the trends they're passionate about.
From AI in recruitment and skills-based hiring to recruitment marketing, the episode is packed with thought-provoking strategies and perspectives that will help HR professionals and business leaders stay ahead in the evolving world of HR.
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Join us in this episode with Paul Kempff, the newly appointed CEO of the FFG Group, as he shares his insights on employee motivation and leadership.
This conversation is packed with practical advice for HR professionals, business leaders, and anyone passionate about creating a positive work environment.
Paul delves into the importance of transparent communication, the challenges of maintaining motivation, and the power of leading by example.
Explore strategies for building trust, inspiring teams, and transforming workplace culture to drive success.
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Tune in to this episode with Sarah Rice, a seasoned HR consultant, as she shares her extensive knowledge on talent management.
This episode offers practical tips, tools, and techniques for HR professionals, business leaders, and anyone interested in the future of talent management.
Discover the importance of having potential hires "on the bench" to enhance recruitment efficiency and reduce opportunity costs. Sarah explains the significance of creating an authentic and attractive Employee Value Proposition (EVP) that includes growth opportunities, purpose, and mental health support, going beyond just competitive salaries and benefits.
Learn the value of building genuine relationships with potential hires and maintaining consistent engagement to position your organisation as the employer of choice. Sarah also discusses future HR trends, such as the integration of generative AI, skill-based hiring, and the evolving HR landscape.
Join us for valuable insights and actionable strategies to elevate your HR practices and stay ahead in the ever-changing world of work.
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Join us for an insightful episode with Suzanne Liebenberg, Head of Talent at Capitec Bank. With over 14 years in talent management, Suzanne shares Capitec’s innovative talent acquisition strategies, emphasising alignment with company values and culture.
Discover the importance of creating a quick, efficient, and engaging candidate experience. Suzanne highlights the significance of upskilling internal talent, proactive succession planning, and their successful graduate and future leader programs.
Explore future HR trends like generative AI, automation, and skill-based hiring. Suzanne provides practical tips for HR professionals to stay ahead in the evolving world of work.
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We welcome back Dr. Dieter Veldsman, highly accredited Organisational Psychologist with over 15 years of experience in the HR value chain. Dr. Veldsman shares findings from a recent study examining 3 million HR professionals across various countries.
The research identifies five major HR challenges:
- Underinvestment in HR
- Diversity issues within HR
- Skill mismatches
- Lack of confidence in business skills
- HR career progression complexities
We explore these challenges in detail and discuss potential solutions, including the need for better HR investment, addressing gender stereotypes, aligning HR skills with business needs, and fostering a supportive HR community.
Dr. Veldsman brings his extensive experience, having worked for and consulted with organisations around the world to provide valuable insights and practical advice for HR professionals and leaders.
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In this episode, Francois de Wet sits down with HR veteran Theo Naicker, Head of Talent Acquisition for Saint-Gobain Africa, to discuss the top five challenges in talent acquisition and practical solutions to address them.
They explore embracing new HR technologies, managing change effectively, hiring for potential to address global talent shortages, and implementing diversity and inclusion from the shortlisting phase.
Additionally, they cover creating engaging job advertisements, strengthening employer branding, and balancing remote, hybrid, and in-office work preferences.
Discover transformative strategies to stay ahead in the competitive HR landscape.
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In this third episode of our three-part series, host Francois de Wet, Founder & CEO of Wamly, engages with Devandré Lawrence, Head of HR SA & Inverroche at Pernod Ricard, on the essentials of creating thriving work environments. They explore fostering a culture that balances high performance with heart-led leadership, critical thinking, and meaningful connection.
Devandré shares his insights on promoting diversity, inclusion, and bridging the digital literacy gap while integrating digital platforms to enhance organisational capabilities.
Tune in to gain insights on building a purpose-driven, innovative, and inclusive workplace that transcends traditional roles and contributes to broader societal goals.
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Join us in this second episode of our three-part series with Devandré Lawrence, the seasoned Head of HR SA & Inverroche at Pernod Ricard. In this discussion, we explore the significant evolution of HR from traditional administrative roles to a strategic powerhouse that champions Human Capital.
Devandré shares his invaluable insights on how modern HR practices have shifted towards a people-centric approach that not only values employees as key assets but also emphasises the cultivation of meaningful relationships and quality thinking.
**What You'll Learn:
The Evolution of HR Roles:** Understand the transition of HR functions from mere administrative tasks to strategic roles that align closely with business objectives and enhance organisational culture.
Critical Skills for Modern HR Professionals: Discover the essential skills needed in today's HR landscape, including critical thinking, quality of thought, and effective relationship building.
Practical Advice for Nurturing Your HR Career: Gain practical tips from Devandré on how to develop these skills, including reflective practices like journaling and strategic conversations that foster professional growth and personal confidence.
The Importance of Human-Centric Approaches: Learn why seeing employees as humans first is crucial in today's workplace and how this perspective can transform HR practices to support both people and organisational goals effectively.
Whether you're an emerging HR professional or a seasoned leader, this episode offers expert advice and practical tips to help you navigate the changing landscape of HR.
Tune in to learn how to enhance your capabilities, build better relationships, and make a significant impact in your organisation.
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Join Francois and Devandré on a transformative journey where they reveal how to conquer obstacles and harness them as opportunities in the world of HR.
Devandré, a visionary leader with a proven record of driving organisational success through strategic initiatives, shares invaluable insights alongside host and Organisational Psychologist Francois de Wet.
Through personal anecdotes, they exemplify the power of resilience and determination in overcoming setbacks.
At the core of their discussion is the vital role of mentorship. Devandré shares how mentors shaped his career and emphasises the significance of seeking guidance and building a supportive network.
Devandré's career trajectory underscores the value of starting small and trusting the journey. From entry-level positions to strategic roles in esteemed organisations, his story highlights the importance of perseverance and continuous learning.
Join Francois and Devandré as they explore the evolution of HR practices, advocating for a growth mindset and adaptability. By examining perception versus perspective, they empower you, the listener, to tackle challenges and embrace change for personal and professional growth.
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Join Dr Marais Bester, a seasoned industrial and organisational psychologist with over a decade of global experience, as he explores the dynamic intersection of talent management, career well-being, and the evolving HR landscape with Wamly Founder and CEO, Francois de Wet.
In this episode, Dr Bester shares invaluable insights into the intricacies of crafting meaningful careers in today's rapidly changing world. He discusses the shift towards boundaryless careers, the importance of self-awareness and authentic career pathways, and the critical role of self-starters in the modern workplace.
As an HR stakeholder, you'll gain valuable perspectives on attracting and retaining talent, fostering career development, and navigating the impact of technology on the workforce. Dr Bester's expertise shines as he offers practical advice for individuals and organisations alike.
Whether you're seeking strategies for talent acquisition, talent management, or personal career growth, this episode provides a wealth of actionable insights.
Tune in to discover how to create a workplace environment where individuals thrive, careers flourish, and organisational success is inevitable.
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Unlock the secrets to building elite teams and fostering a thriving company culture. Join the conversation with Performance Psychologist and Team Development Expert, Janko Kotzé, as he and Francois delve into the art and science of crafting teams that not only meet but exceed expectations.
Discover practical strategies to define, communicate, and embed your company culture, ensuring alignment from top to bottom.
Gain valuable insights on reducing bias in the hiring process and learn how to adapt these principles to the evolving landscape of remote and hybrid work.
Whether you're a business leader, HR executive, or a strategic thinker, this episode provides a blueprint for cultivating elite teams and nurturing a culture that propels your organisation toward unparalleled success.
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Join Francois de Wet and Elmen Lamprecht on a journey into the dynamic world of HR technology. In this episode, we explore the challenges and triumphs of organisations dealing with legacy systems while offering practical solutions to streamline operations.
Elmen Lamprecht, Talent Sourcing Manager at ENGEN, sheds light on the crucial distinction between digitisation and automation, clarifying the common misconceptions plaguing corporate landscapes.
The duo delves into the intricate web of integration issues, emphasising the importance of a strategic approach to automation.
A groundbreaking revelation emerges: the concept of an internal HR data lake. This visionary idea empowers organisations to seamlessly control, analyse, and extract actionable insights from their data.
Tune in to this episode and revolutionise your understanding of HR technology.
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In this engaging episode, Francois de Wet is joined by Mandy Munchick for an exciting episode delving into the journey behind a mental health startup in South Africa.
This is our second episode with Mandy, and we're thrilled to have her back on Solving the People Puzzle to hear her incredible insights once again.
In this episode, we explore:
- The significance of sales, customer success, and relationships in the tech landscape
- The crucial role of the human element in sales and how customer success drives revenue growth
- Challenges encountered in accessing decision-makers in corporate SA
- Insights on hiring and firing within the dynamic environment of a startup
Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of mental health tech, entrepreneurship challenges in South Africa, and discover the pivotal roles of relationships and innovation in the tech landscape.
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In this episode, Francois de Wet is joined by Dr. Esli Kekana, OD & Talent Manager at Barron South Africa.
As a registered Industrial Psychologist with a PhD in Industrial and Organisational Psychology from the University of Pretoria, Esli’s focus is on creating a learning organisation that thrives in the dynamic market. Passionate about combating unemployment and embracing technology, Esli leads multiple digital transformation initiatives.
In this episode, she shares:
- Insights on leveraging company resources for small entities
- Empowering youth through entrepreneurship
- Streamlining HR with digitalisation
- Strategies for reducing unemployment
- Innovative HR solutions for the corporate landscape
Tune in for actionable HR insights and incredible strategies that you can use in your organisation today.
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In this episode, host Francois engages in a captivating conversation with Kim Moore, Senior HRBP at Dimension Data, as they delve into the topic of upskilling and reskilling an organisation’s workforce.
Kim boasts extensive experience across diverse industries, solidifying her as a seasoned HR generalist with a wealth of expertise. Her true passion, however, is guiding individuals toward growth and success through effective people management.
In this episode, we explore:
The Growth Culture Imperative: Prioritise personal development plans as a fundamental element of your company's culture, empowering every employee to embark on a journey of self-improvement.
Streamlining Learning with Technology: Utilise technology to provide clarity and direction in navigating the abundance of learning opportunities available, ensuring a more efficient and effective learning experience.
Individualised Learning for Continuous Innovation: Champion individualised learning approaches, acknowledging diverse learning styles, fostering self-directed growth, and nurturing curiosity to drive continuous innovation and adaptation in your industry.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation and discover how you can transform your company's learning culture, enhance employee development, and leverage technology for more efficient learning and development programs.
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Francois de Wet is joined by Lee Watts, Head of People Operations at Kurtosys, to discuss the transformative power of technology in Human Resources.
Lee is a highly distinguished HR executive renowned for his profound impact in high-performance Commerce and E-Commerce cultures.
Not only has he been recognised as South Africa’s “HR Rising Star” at the Future of HR Summit, but he's also made significant contributions to the field of HR through extensive collaborations with esteemed institutions such as Stellenbosch University and the University of Cape Town.
Lee’s mission is to drive excellence in HR practices, fostering growth and innovation in organisations.
In this episode, we’ll delve into:Explore how technology is redefining traditional HR practices, enhancing efficiency, and elevating employee experiences.
Gain insights into the cutting-edge tools and strategies that are revolutionising talent acquisition, retention, and development.
Discover the key considerations for businesses when choosing the right HR technology solutions and ensuring their successful implementation.
Tune in for an exciting conversation on how technology is reshaping the landscape of Human Resources.
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Francois de Wet is joined by Sarah Rice, Chief People Officer at Skynamo. Sarah has worked in SA’s tech environment as a PR and communications strategist for 20 years, engaging with clients across all categories.
In 2019, she shifted her focus to people and culture - a decision that provided her the opportunity to use her background in communications to create an environment where people are challenged to do their best work!
In this conversation, Sarah unpacks brilliant insights on:
The Significance of Workplace Culture: Understand the critical role that workplace culture plays in an organisation. Learn why it’s not just about leadership behaviour but also how employees treat each other, clients, and their work.
Complexity of Company Culture: Explore the multifaceted nature of company culture and discover the first step in understanding the type of culture that exists within an organisation.
Cultural Alignment and Business Success: Learn why it’s essential to create a unique culture that aligns with your business objectives rather than copying someone else’s. Understand how culture fit is as crucial as competence and skills when hiring.
Creating and Embedding a Positive Culture: Get practical advice on defining culture, accurately describing values, and using daily rituals to reinforce these values. Learn how to involve your entire team in shaping the culture and discover the importance of integrating culture into formal structures for a sense of belonging.
Tune in and gain insights into transforming your organisation’s culture.
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Join Francois de Wet and Themba Chakela as they engage in a dynamic conversation and dive deep into the world of HR and organisational effectiveness.
Themba is a visionary Chief People Officer at BlueSky and a seasoned HR professional with an extensive background spanning 18 years in various pivotal roles.
Hear Themba's insights into:
Organisational effectiveness and change management
Effective HR strategies for business success
Organisational challenges and solutions for employee engagement and retention
HR's role in managing people and resolving conflicts
Organisational effectiveness in a tech-driven future
Tune in to this enlightening conversation to gain a new outlook on HR and organisational efficiency.
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In this episode, Francois engages in a conversation with Mandy Muchnick, Chief Revenue Officer at Panda Health, to explore the intricate landscape of mental health. Mandy provides valuable insights into mental well-being in today’s world, underlining its relevance not only for individuals but also for organisations.
From this episode:
- Gain insights into the potential of nurturing individuals, creating a ripple effect of positivity that encompasses the entire organisation.
- Explore the transformative power of adopting fresh mindsets that foster personal and professional growth. Learn how these perspectives encourage individuals to thrive, even if it means outgrowing their current roles.
- Delve into why proactive mental health care is a critical component, and understand why it’s distinctly different from traditional reactive approaches.
Tune in to gain invaluable insights that will reshape your understanding of mental health, leadership, and the impact of it on organisations.
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In this captivating episode, Francois sits down with Selo Govender, a distinguished leader from SA's renowned brand, Discovery Limited. Selo unveils a paradigm-shifting approach to talent management and leadership that will leave you inspired and empowered.
Selo's insights will guide you through:
- Empowering Impact: Learn how cultivating the best in individuals leads to a positive impact on both the organisation and society.
- Shifting Perspectives: Explore a fresh mindset that embraces growth, even if it means employees outgrow their roles.
- Fluid Talent Dynamics: Navigate the challenges and opportunities of the fluid talent economy and harness its potential.
- Future Leadership: Find out how Selo and her team are nurturing the next generation of leaders for South Africa's brighter future.
Tune in for an illuminating conversation that will reshape how you view talent, leadership, and transformation.
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Join Organisational Psychologist, Francois de Wet, as he shares the journey of transitioning Wamly through different work models post-pandemic. Discover the challenges and benefits of hybrid, remote, and office-based work, and learn practical strategies to balance employee needs and business requirements.
Uncover the power of face-to-face interactions, building a learning environment, and fostering a thriving work culture.
Whether you're an HR professional, or simply the leader of an organisation, this episode is a must-listen for valuable insights and actionable tips. Tune in to unlock the true potential of your organisation in the ever-changing world of work.
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Join host Francois de Wet and Dr Michael Cloete as they delve into the crucial topic of exit interviews. In this insightful episode, you'll discover why employees choose to leave organisations and, more importantly, how you can proactively address their concerns to improve retention.
Gain valuable insights into the concept of the employee value proposition and learn how to create a compelling environment that attracts and retains top talent.Explore the power of conducting regular interactions with employees, enabling you to stay in tune with their needs and aspirations, ultimately fostering a culture of engagement and loyalty.
Unlock the secrets of effective exit interviews as our experts share best practices and essential questions to ask. Discover how these interviews can provide invaluable feedback and help you identify areas for improvement within your organisation.
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Join Francois de Wet in a thought-provoking conversation with seasoned entrepreneur, Mike Stopforth, as they explore the keys to building successful teams and fostering a culture of partnership.
Discover valuable insights on decision-making frameworks, empowering employees through intellectual property ownership, and nurturing growth within an organisation.
Uncover three key takeaways for effective leadership and creating a thriving company culture. Tune in to gain actionable strategies for cultivating a strong and engaged team.
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Join host Francois de Wet as he interviews Yolandie Jansen van Vuuren to explore the world of digitisation/digitalisation in HR.Discover the difference between these processes: digitisation transfers manual processes onto computer systems, while digitalisation transforms processes to meet business objectives. Learn why understanding the business and its drivers is crucial before implementing digital solutions.
The conversation covers HR system implementation and the essential skills HR professionals need in the digital era. Hear about the importance of involving stakeholders from various departments and making informed decisions to streamline administrative tasks and address organisational needs.
Data literacy gaps among HR professionals are discussed, along with the significance of managing wellness and resilience in a technology-focused environment. Soft skills like empathy and listening are highlighted as vital in complementing technology. Challenges of transitioning employees in strict instruction-based work environments to digital systems are also examined.
Business acumen is emphasised as a crucial skill for HR professionals. The episode concludes with recommendations for open communication, teamwork, and challenging the education system to produce more competent HR professionals.
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In this episode we have John Bradshaw, a seasoned executive with more than 12 years experience at Pick n Pay. John shares his insights on HR and recruiting in organisations. John highlights the significance of recruiting the right people for the right roles and building a strong team culture to drive growth.
He stresses the importance of HR professionals having a thorough understanding of an organisation's values and goals, and how to communicate them to potential employees.
He also discusses the significance of creating a work environment that fosters employee satisfaction and engagement, and its contribution to employee retention.
Whether you're an HR professional, a manager, or simply interested in learning more about how to build a successful team, this episode is a must-listen for valuable insights into recruiting and HR in organisations.
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Join Francois de Wet in an eye-opening conversation with Dr Dieter Veldsman - an award-winning psychologist, HR executive, and CHRO of the year (2021). Dr Veldsman currently serves as the Chief Scientist: HR and OD at Academy to Innovate (AIHR).
Together, they delve into the evolution of the HR industry, the challenges organisations face in managing their workforce, and the impact of technology on shaping the future of work.
Here's what you'll gain from tuning in:Gain insights into the ever-evolving landscape of HR and why it's crucial to adapt to stay relevant in the field.
Discover how COVID-19 has accelerated digital transformation and its impact on the world of work.
Learn tips for managing the workforce of the future, including up-skilling and re-skilling.
Acquire knowledge of how technology can enhance HR processes and drive business performance.
Find inspiration to pursue a career in HR and the positive impact it can have on people and organisations.
**Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights from a leading expert in the HR industry!
Resources:
Fast Company Magazine Covers (HR): https://wamly.io/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Fast-Company-Magazine-Covers-HR.pdf Future of HR - AIHR's Comprehensive 2023 Trends Report: https://wamly.io/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Future-of-HR-AIHRs-Comprehensive-2023-Trends-Report.pdf Get in touch with Dr Dieter Veldsman on LinkedIn here:** https://www.linkedin.com/in/dieterveldsman/-
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In this episode, host Francois de Wet speaks with Brenda Gobi, Senior Manager Talent Acquisition at MultiChoice Group, about the challenges and opportunities in recruiting in the digital age.
They discuss the importance of being proactive in recruiting, rather than waiting for vacancies to arise, and the benefits of creating external talent pools. Brenda emphasises the need to make the hiring process simple, fun, and easy for candidates, particularly for younger generations who value a seamless digital experience.
Francois and Brenda also touch on the importance of diversity in the hiring process and the value of giving graduates and interns a chance to learn and contribute fresh ideas to the organisation.
Throughout the conversation, they stress the importance of considering the employee experience at every touchpoint, from recruitment to onboarding to retention. By prioritising the employee experience and creating a positive employer brand, businesses can attract and retain top talent and build a culture of excellence.
This episode is a must-listen for HR and talent acquisition professionals who want to stay ahead of the curve in recruiting in the digital age.
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Join Industrial Psychologist, Francois de Wet, in this engaging episode of Solving the People Puzzle, as he takes a deep dive into the concept of "Flexible at Work".
With the pandemic forcing many businesses to adopt new ways of working, Francois explores the optimal way of working - remote, hybrid, or in-office.
Through transformational leadership, clear expectations, and job resources, we examine how flexible work can be achieved. But it's not just about logistics - job meaning and purpose affect employee retention and turnover, and productivity can be measured through delivering, taking action, and adding value.
Francois also delves into the impact of remote or hybrid work on a company's culture and the need for businesses to determine what works best for them.
With insightful views and beliefs on the best way to work, it's time to rethink what's possible for your business.
Don't miss out on this enlightening episode as we navigate the world of work and its changing landscape.
Report mentioned by Francois in the episode:Americans are embracing flexible work - Mckinsey: https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/real-estate/our-insights/americans-are-embracing-flexible-work-and-they-want-more-of-it-
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Get ready to be inspired by Elanie Kruger, Group Chief Human Resources Officer at Tsebo Solutions Group, as she shares her passion for HR and making positive changes for people in this must-listen episode.
Join Francois and Elanie as they dive into the Tsebo Solutions Group's digital transformation journey during the Covid-19 pandemic, where they discuss the challenges, successes, and the importance of digitisation in any company.
Elanie's expertise shines as she shares her invaluable advice on:
- How to get started with digitalising in your organisation,
- How to embrace existing technology to streamline the process, and
- How to overcome user adoption challenges during the digitisation process.
Don't miss out on this episode, which is packed with insights and inspiration to help take your organisation to the next level.
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Do you want to embrace Gen Z in your organisation but you're unsure how to do this without disrupting the work environment?
In this episode of Solving the People Puzzle, Francois de Wet talks with Ronen Aires, an inspirational leader that teaches organisations how to harness the power of GenZ’s to better their organisations. He is the CEO of student village and a successful author of the book ‘Breach.’
Tune in and gain insight on Gen Z's entering the workforce, as well as advice on:
- How can the younger generation be an asset to your organisation, rather than a threat?
- How to understand and resonate with Gen Z talent.
- What do they valuing in a job/employer?
- What can we learn from them?
If you are interested in learning more about Ronen Aires, find him on:
- https://www.ronenaires.com/
- https://studentvillage.co.za/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronen-aires-4580271
(Video mentioned by Francios in the podcast)
Simon Sinek On Millennials in the workforce
https://youtu.be/hER0Qp6QJNU
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Have you ever stopped to think about what employee engagement really means? Kevin Hardy, CEO at SkillsTown South Africa, joins us to share his insights on this crucial topic.
Kevin believes it's a combination of keeping your team informed, trained, and excited about being a part of your organization. And in today's world, it's more important than ever to create a flexible and supportive work environment that meets the needs and desires of your employees.
But how do you measure employee engagement? It's not an easy task, especially without a dedicated platform to track and interpret data. Kevin shares his thoughts on the importance of data in understanding employee engagement and making informed decisions.
We also discuss the changing landscape of learning and growth in the workplace and how companies can support their employees in these efforts. And let's not forget the role of technology in enhancing employee engagement and learning.
Tune in to join the conversation on employee engagement.
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Are your employees burning out? It's time to take action before it's too late. In this episode of Solving the People Puzzle, host Francois de Wet interviews Khumbulani Vezi, Head of Human Capital - Prescription Division at Adcock Ingram.
The two discuss the issue of employee burnout and how it can be addressed in the midst of employee wellbeing initiatives.
Vezi explains that burnout can take various forms, including physical and mental fatigue, and that the COVID-19 pandemic has only exacerbated the problem.
He offers practical tips for addressing burnout in the workplace, such as identifying the early warning signs and implementing strategies to support employee mental health.
Don't miss this valuable conversation on a topic that is increasingly relevant in today's work environment.
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Generation Z is entering the workforce in droves, and many "Gen Zers" are becoming your potential hires. This poses the question, your existing hiring strategy work?
Born between 1997 and 2012, this generation is just leaving college and is already making changes to the way we hire and recruit. Meeting them on their own terms could mean successfully attracting and retaining the largest generation of workers ever born.
In this episode Francois de Wet speaks to Entrepreneur Marko Stavrou (also known as the "Gen Z Guy") to find out more about the demands and hiring trends for this audience.
Get in touch with Marko:
- https://markostavrou.webflow.io/
- https://hustlersglobal.com/
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What do employees really want from their work experience? How do we know if our employee experience is positive or negative? And most importantly, what can we do to truly improve the employee experience and retain top talent?
We uncover the answers to these important questions in this episode.
This is a candid conversation between Wamly founder, Francois de Wet, and Naazneen Samsodien, Head: Human Capital at MMI Holdings.
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This episode is critical for leaders who are being put under more and more pressure to build connected teams that can drive results and take their organisations forward.
Do you really, truly know what experiences the people inside your business are having? Do you know how this is impacting your performance as a team? And, more importantly, do you know what to do to meaningfully impact this?
In this captivating discussion, Francois de Wet interviews world-renowned speaker, coach and facilitator, Brad Shorkend, who shares years of research findings to help answer the questions above.
Connect with Brad:
LinkedIn
Website
Brad's Book
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Whether leading or working alongside colleagues, our ability to build trust, to create connection, and to switch people on and grow them is a critical requirement… Both in terms of mindset and method. But this is not easy, in fact it’s often extremely difficult to do.
People are complicated! People matter in our businesses, so how do we attract them, switch them on and keep them switched on?
This is the question we attempt to answer in this short interview between Francois de Wet and Mark Sham.
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They say "teamwork makes the dream work," however, merely working with one another is not enough to build great teams.
Effective teamwork happens only when each individual in the team collaborates seamlessly, understands and communicates through conflict, and acknowledges a shared goal.
In this episode Francois de Wet speaks to Erik Kruger, who is a Keynote Speaker, Bestselling Author, and Team Building & Development Specialist.
Erik shares incredible insights and practical strategies on how to build and develop better teams within your organisation.
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When implemented with discipline and focus, a structured performance management approach helps keep everyone aligned with strategic goals. It also focuses people’s attention on what needs to get done and when.
Without it, management can easily get off track and forget to measure and reward what it has told everyone is important.
Let's be honest, we're never surprised when we encounter performance management processes that were set up with the best intentions, but never panned out to their full potential. But does this mean that you should dismantle your entire review process? Definitely not!
It’s likely that your performance management process just needs a little tweaking, which is why Francois de Wet sat down to pick the mind of HR expert, Rose Elcock.
When Rose Elcock founded VHRS six years ago, she made it her mission to create a complete HR solution that can help businesses with every stage of the employee journey. Since then she has worked with over 80 companies to implement HR processes that produce measurable results. She is particularly passionate about optimising performance, which is a key product in the company’s offering.
With a degree in psychology, international experience in corporate HR, and a wealth of experience in the SME sector, Rose has fine-tuned her approach in a way that is relevant to South Africa’s unique HR landscape.
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It’s no surprise that humans are hardwired to see artificial intelligence as a threat. We're living through an era in which the need for interaction with other people is diminishing – where ordering a meal, a taxi, or making an appointment no longer requires a phone call or an outing.
This raises an important question: Is artificial intelligence (AI) coming to take our jobs?
In this episode Francois interviews Seline van der Wat, Industrial Engineer and Chief Operating Officer at hearX Group, who explains why **it’s time to stop worrying about being replaced by machines, and start embracing the opportunity that automation offers to help us rediscover our humanity.
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They say "if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life." But how do you actually forge a career path that prioritises your passions, purpose and goals, not just your skills and knowledge?
In this episode, Francois dives into the topic of combining passion and work with Dorah Tlala, Group Chief HR Officer at Proconics Holdings.
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Creating a workplace that is innovative, inclusive, and insightful demands a strategy to rethink how we attract and develop young talent in our organisations.
Bohlale Paile is a young talent enthusiast and experienced graduate recruitment and development manager.
Before moving into her current role as Head of HR at WeBuyCars, Bohlale previously held the titles of CIB Graduate Recruitment Manager for Standard Bank Group, Graduate Recruitment & Development Manager at Bowmans, and Head of HR & Talent at Transaction Capital Limited.
In this episode, Francois and Bohlale tackle the following questions:
- What is the current landscape like for young professionals entering the job market?
- What are their biggest challenges?
- What are they not doing well to prepare for a job?
- How can they be better prepared, and what can we do to help them?
- Which skills are corporate companies looking for the most?
Connect with Bohlale on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bohlale-paile-a0762510/
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As the global pandemic reminds us, the only constant in business and life is change. Some organisations are more open to this principle than others, but whatever your degree of acceptance or resistance, it’s clear that teams must adapt to change—or die.
In this episode Francois speaks to Futures Strategist, Bestselling Author and Global Speaker, John Sanei, who shares key insights to help you position your team to thrive over the next few decades.
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Having happy employees isn’t just a bonus, it’s a necessity for all successful organisations. Your productivity, motivation, dedication and retention all depend on it. Happiness has a tangible effect on everything we do, and being unhappy is seriously detrimental to our performance. So, what can we do to improve the happiness of our teams?
In this episode, Francois speaks to Mark Sham, a passionate entrepreneur, speaker, and Founder of Suits & Sneakers, who hosts a well-known HAPPINESS Workshop and helps others unlock the key to their happiness.
This discussion will leave you with food for thought on how to reclaim your own happiness, and how to build a happy, healthy culture for your team to thrive in.
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Strong leaders drive organisations to achieve greatness, while ineffective leaders create cascades of damage. With that being said, it’s incredibly important to build a pipeline of promising leaders across disciplines, and it’s never too early to begin.
Developing leaders doesn’t happen by accident. It is an intentional process that involves continual challenge, evaluation, and feedback — and it is one that never ends.
So, what can you do to develop leadership within your organisation?
In this episode, Francois de Wet explores the topic with Natasha Moller, HR Director at Distell, a global business with roots in South Africa. Natasha has a wealth of experience, knowledge and practical advice to share with you.
Enjoy!
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As humans, we have an innate need to belong — to one another, to our families and friends, and to our culture and country. The same is true when we’re at work. When we feel like we belong at work, we're more productive, more motivated, more engaged and more likely to contribute to our fullest potential.
With that being said, how can we apply this to our own organisations? What can we do to build our work relationships and truly get to know one another in a way that develops a sense of belonging.
In this episode Francois de Wet explores the topic with Stiaan Pienaar, Global People & Payroll Leader at Ocean Basket.
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You will probably agree that the best teams — those that collaborate effectively to achieve outstanding results — have positive energy binding them together. So, what can we do to create an atmosphere that is positive and constructive, especially after a difficult period of lockdowns and working from home?
In this episode Francois explores the topic with Annette Breetzke, Head of Human Capital at Momentum Metropolitan. Momentum Metropolitan Holdings Limited is a South African based financial services group listed on the Johannesburg and Namibian Stock Exchange.
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WeBuyCars is one of South Africa's fastest growing companies who increased their annual revenue from R6.3 billion to R10.4 billion and sold over 88,000 cars in 2021. In this episode Francois de Wet speaks to their General Manager of HR & Marketing, Rikus Blomerus, to find out exactly how they're successfully hiring and managing thousands of new employees every year.
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You know that building the right team can make all the difference for the success of your organisation. Hiring the right people who are highly motivated and skilled can have a major impact on your ability to to succeed. But finding these people and knowing whether or not they are the right fit can be a challenging puzzle to solve.
In this upcoming series you will join Industrial Psychologist and Founder of www.wamly.io, Francois de Wet, to go on a journey to interview leading HR experts who will share their most valuable tips and tricks to help you, the business owner, the HR manager, the team leader, to find, hire and develop the best possible people for your organisation.
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