#039 The Sabbatical Mindset | Omri van Zyl

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Thriving Through Breaks: Balance & Success

Episode 13 of a series of podcasts on taking conscious breaks from work.

In this episode, Petro du Pisani speaks to Omri van Zyl (CEO of RussellStone Capital) about taking career breaks and sabbaticals for adventure and self-reflection.

Omri discusses how these breaks helped him reset, gain new perspectives, and eventually led him to change careers from corporate to the agriculture sector.

Omri emphasizes the importance of finding a balance between ambition and one's adventurous spirit, and how visualization, meditation, and healthy habits have been instrumental in his journey.

He also highlights the value of having mentors and coaches to guide personal growth. The conversation touches on themes of freedom, energy, and living a deliberate life aligned with one's values and aspirations.
30 Jan English South Africa Business · Management

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