Waste years studying or just network?

Loading player...
Should you spend years studying after high school or should you rather network and find your right place?
This week John and Rudolf discuss this question, and weigh up the options you have when you're young. They explore the pros and cons of both approaches and emphasize the importance of building relationships and connections no matter what you choose. They also discuss the accessibility of knowledge and resources in the digital age and encourage listeners to take advantage of these opportunities.

If you had to do it all again would you study further or just network?

Connect with John Watson:
Website: https://johnconnects.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-watson-ca/

Connect with Rudolf Rautenbach:
Website: https://createinfinity.co.za
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudolf-rautenbach/
29 Jul 2024 English South Africa Business · Careers

Other recent episodes

Navigating Busy Seasons and Adding Value to Connections

Connect with South African business owners around the world with The Lekker Network: https://thelekkernetwork.com/ This week Rudolf Rautenbach and John Watson discuss the challenges of maintaining relationships during busy seasons in life. Rudolf is back on the podcast after a few hectic months of work projects. They share personal experiences…
9 Jun 32 min

Transforming Your Business Starts With Personal Transformation

Transform your prospects for clients by becoming a more connectable business. Take The Connectability Scorecard here: https://johnconnects.scoreapp.com/ Patrick 'Paddy' McBane, consultant, coach and lead trainer with Transformational Leadership, talks to John Watson about the leadership crisis facing the world in 2025. He works with small and medium-sized organizations to help…
2 Jun 48 min

How A.I. Impacts The Cybersecurity of Your Business

Connect with extraordinary South Africans who are building bridges between Mzansi and the world: https://thelekkernetwork.com/ Samantha Hanreck, AI Adoption Strategist, Founder of DataSync, and member of The Lekker Network talks to John Watson about the transformative power of AI in business. They discuss the importance of clarity in AI implementation,…
26 May 40 min

Why Your Marketing Strategy Matters So Much In 2025

Good marketing is an important part of being a connectable company - learn more here: https://johnconnects.scoreapp.com/ Kirsten Dixon, founder and head strategist of Pink Soda Marketing, talks to John Watson about the marketing landscape in 2025, the importance of a marketing strategy, the pitfalls of legacy marketing, and the need…
19 May 47 min

How To Keep Living An Expansive Life In 2025

Get Your Tickets To The Expansive Book Launch here: Tuesday, 20 May in Cape Town: https://qkt.io/SSExpansiveLaunchCT Wednesday, 21 May in Joburg: https://qkt.io/SSExpansiveLaunchJHB Erik Kruger, international speaker, author, leadership expert and podcast host, speaks to John Watson about the brand new "Expansive" book, co-authored with John Sanei. They explore the process…
12 May 48 min