The Right Place
Your right place is at the intersection of your roles, relationships and environments. We aim to help you find your right place, while we found ours.
Connection Rejection! What must I do next?
John and Rudolf discuss the topic of connection rejection and how to handle setbacks in networking. They share their experiences with rejection and non-responsiveness, emphasizing the importance of not taking it personally. They provide practical advice and strategies for following up and staying persistent, such as using different communication channels…
Buying, selling and connecting with Gerhard Cruywagen
Gerhard Cruywagen joins John Watson this week and shares his journey of entrepreneurship, from buying and selling as a child to starting his own computer business, PC Laptops. He discusses the importance of building connections and trust in business and highlights the value of networking. He also talks about his…
Public Speaking - scarier than death?
Is public speaking scarier than death? And can anyone do it? This week Rudolf and John give their views on these questions and share their own experiences and tips. They emphasize the need for preparation, focusing on the audience, and practicing to overcome nerves. They also highlight that public speaking…
Building connections through compliance with Ilana Steyn
This week John talks to Ilana Steyn, the MD at Company Partners. Company Partners is a One-Stop-Shop for all the Company Registration and Tender Compliance Documents you need. Their online system and team of Experts will get you what you need in record time. Contact them Toll Free on 0800…
Connect while you're young - Part 2: Your First Job
This week John Watson and Rudolf Rautenbach continue their series on "Connect while you're young", with the focus this week being on your first job. How should you start your first job and transitioning to new jobs? What is the importance of networking in the job space? They emphasize the…
Transforming teams one leader at a time with Yoke Van Dam
This week Rudolf Rautenbach interviews Yoke van Dam about her work as a professional speaker and trainer, and her views of networking. They discuss the importance of adding value in networking, the power of building relationships over time, and the role of associations like the Professional Speakers Association of Southern…
Connect while you're young - Part 1: School
In this episode, John and Rudolf discuss the importance of networking and building relationships, particularly in the early stages of one's career. They reflect on their own experiences and the lack of emphasis on networking in their school days. They emphasize the need to be aware of opportunities, take initiative,…
Mastering the art of business leadership
In this episode, Rudolf Rautenbach discusses his experience with the Lifework Leadership Program in Pretoria. He explains to John Watson how the program integrates leadership principles with a Christian foundation and encourages participants to live their faith in the workplace. Rudolf shares his personal journey and key takeaways from the…
What is value and how do we add it to our connections?
In this episode, Rudolf and John discuss the concept of giving in networking. They explore the importance of giving value to others and how it can attract the right people to your network. They also discuss practical ways to give, such as connecting people and providing access to opportunities. The…
Live while your're ALIVE with Tina B.
John talks to renowned speaker and coach Tina B. about her inspiring journey as a heart and double lung transplant recipient and how it has shaped her life. She discusses the importance of positive thinking, the misconceptions about organ donation, and the emotional experience of connecting with the donor's family…
Reflections on The First Minute Tour
The day after The First Minute Tour concluded, Chris, Rudolf and John sat down to reflect on what they had achieved, and the experiences and lessons learned. The conversation explores the importance of taking risks, embracing the unknown, realising the power of asking and the difference between rejection and silence…
Is laughter the best medicine at work with Reinhardt Jobse
In this episode, Rudolf interviews Reinhardt Jobse, a coach and laughter yoga facilitator. Reinhardt shares his background in hospitality and his transition to Peopleworx, where he focuses on coaching, laughter yoga, and workforce optimization. He explains the concept of laughter yoga and its benefits, emphasizing the power of laughter to…
How did Rudolf find his right place?
In this episode, John has a conversation with Rudolf to learn more about his journey and experiences. They discuss Rudolf's early childhood memories, his family life, his journey to becoming a CA, his transition to the consulting world and skills development, and his current role as a business owner. Rudolf…
Connecting school sports with Hannes Nienaber
This week Rudolf interviews Hannes Nienaber about his work in covering school sports in South Africa with Supersport Schools. They discuss the importance of networking and building relationships in gathering information, the value of the network in providing support and resources, and the challenges of managing negative news while maintaining…
Boost your confidence in making connections
Rudolf and John discuss their recent networking events and the importance of having a vision for oneself and one's business. They also share tips on boosting confidence in networking, such as being prepared, asking easy questions, and leaving a good impression. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a positive attitude…
The First Minute with Chris Fenning
In this episode, John and Rudolf welcome international speaker and author Chris Fenning to the podcast. They discuss Chris's passion for communication and his transition from technical roles to communication specialist and author. They also explore the universal and cultural challenges in communication and the importance of balancing detail and…
Behind the scenes of a networking event
Rudolf and John discuss their experiences with organizing and hosting business networking events. They introduce the Irene Business Network (IBM) and the Clara Business Network (CBN) and explain how these events are structured. They emphasize the importance of building relationships and trust in networking and share their plans for the…
Prepare for your families future with Kirsty Scully
This week John Watson talks to Kirsty Scully, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Senior Financial Planner at Core Wealth. Core Wealth was built on long-term relationships, recommendations and word of mouth, not through paid advertising, taking short cuts or working for incentives. These traditional values have stood them in…
Welcome to The Right Place
Here we go, episode 1! Welcome to The Right Place. John and Rudolf unpack what lead them here, where they are going and why they feel this is important for you to be a part of. The journey of a 1000 miles starts with 1 step - this is theirs!…