The Add IDEAS Podcast
The Add IDEAS Podcast

The Add IDEAS Podcast

Bandile Mndebele

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Certain things in life (or work) are hard, but belonging shouldn't be.

Welcome to The Add IDEAS Podcast, join me, Bandile Mndebele (they/he), with over a decade of experience helping organizations and institutions foster belonging for a stronger people's success, as we dive into the heart of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Sustainability (IDEAS) and inspiring stories or life lessons.

Together, we'll explore how these concepts impact your work-life fit, relationships, and overall belonging.

Discover actionable tips, inspiring stories, and expert insights to help you:

  • Navigate complex workplace challenges with ease;
  • Build stronger relationships both personally and professionally;
  • Create a more inclusive and fulfilling career; and
  • Thrive in today's ever-evolving world.

Whether you're a seasoned professional, a corporate athlete, a leader, a curious mind or just starting your journey, The Add IDEAS Podcast offers something for you. Tune in for new episodes monthly and join us on our journey towards a more balanced and inclusive future.

Thank you for choosing us and listening to the show.

Recent Episodes

The season wrap up: How to Show Up, Build Trust, and Make a Difference
NOV 19, 2024
The season wrap up: How to Show Up, Build Trust, and Make a Difference
<p>It's just us today and what a season this was. Also, we got listed on The Top 100 Outstanding Role Model Lists supported by INvolve and YouTube.</p><p>Join us for the season wrap-up and key calls to action.</p><p>00:00 - To More Top Moments</p><p>00:30 - 2024 Top Lessons</p><p>02:28 - Showing up on people's issues</p><p>05:20 - Psychological safety and values</p><p>06:40 - BTS</p><p>07:55 - What we can still do</p><p></p><p>🔗 You can view the full lists here: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/3Anx93M">https://bit.ly/3Anx93M</a></p><p></p><p><strong>In case you missed it:</strong></p><ol><li>Share your thoughts on the topics discussed in this episode on social media using the hashtag <strong>#addideas</strong>.</li><li>You can subscribe to or follow the podcast to stay updated on future episodes and milestones.</li><li>Leave a review for the show on your favourite podcast platform.</li></ol>
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11 MIN
Let's Get Niche with Avelile Nontanda: Why South Africa Needs Better Growth than Groove
NOV 13, 2024
Let's Get Niche with Avelile Nontanda: Why South Africa Needs Better Growth than Groove
<p>Today, we delve deep into the multifaceted world of entrepreneurship, exploring the challenges and opportunities that shape the landscape for modern business owners and reflecting on South Africa's potentially limiting identity crisis.</p><p>Join me in a conversation with the Founder and CEO of digital agency, Mayhem Digital, Avelile Nontanda (he/him) on:</p><ul><li><strong>(00:00) Finding Your Niche and Creating Opportunities:</strong> The importance of identifying a specific market segment and how to carve out a unique position within it.</li><li><strong>(06:25) The Google Dilemma and Exploring Ownership:</strong> Examining the impact of Google's dominance on innovation and competition. Looking at the Spaza shop sagas that have eroded the sense and reality of economic ownership.</li><li><strong>(15:51) The Pull-Down Syndrome and The Discount Mentality:</strong> Understanding the psychological and societal factors that hinder entrepreneurial success and growth through pricing and attitudes.</li><li><strong>(21:29) Balancing Groove Culture and Equal Focus:</strong> Striking the right balance between an entertainment lifestyle and better economic productivity and welfare for equal opportunity.</li><li><strong>(26:10) South Africa's Identity Crisis:</strong> Navigating the tension between first-world aspirations and third-world realities.</li><li><strong>(29:15) Black Tax and Intergenerational Inequality:</strong> Debating the merits and drawbacks of supporting family members financially and benefits of financial planning. Unpacking personalized examples of the 50-30-20 rule of budgeting.</li><li><strong>(40:54) Why Cape Town.</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Resources:</strong></p><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://mayhemde.com/"><strong>Mayhem Digital</strong></a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://za.linkedin.com/in/avelile-olothando-nontanda-32bb4934"><strong>Follow Avelile Nontanda on LinkedIn</strong></a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/building-startup-giants-and-community-lessons-from/id1724024148?i=1000663855340"><strong>Listen to the related episode 8 with Melilizwe Gqobo</strong></a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.techtarget.com/whatis/feature/Google-antitrust-case-explained-Whats-next#:~:text=The%2520case%252C%2520which%2520was%2520filed,such%2520as%2520Bing%2520and%2520DuckDuckGo."><strong>Google's market dominance and antitrust</strong></a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://fortune.com/2023/02/17/chatgpt-elon-musk-openai-microsoft-company-regulator-oversight/"><strong>Microsoft and ChatGPT are not what Elon Musk intended</strong></a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://brandsouthafrica.com/174238/news-facts/the-evolution-of-the-spaza-shop/#:~:text=Spaza%2520shops%2520are%2520the%2520small,were%2520restricted%2520from%2520running%2520businesses."><strong>The Evolution of Spaza shops</strong></a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/2024-11-11-blame-for-deaths-of-children-from-spaza-shop-food-lies-squarely-with-government/"><strong>Spaza shop food health inflicting children and who to blame</strong></a></li></ul><p><strong>Call to Action:</strong></p><ol><li>Share your thoughts on the topics discussed in this episode on social media using the hashtag <strong>#addideas</strong>.</li><li>You can subscribe to or follow the podcast to stay updated on future episodes and milestones.</li><li>Leave a review for the show on your favourite podcast platform.</li></ol>
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55 MIN
Beyond Milestones: Celebrating Community For a Better Future
SEP 17, 2024
Beyond Milestones: Celebrating Community For a Better Future
<p>Briefly 1 Newsletter: Beyond Milestones</p><p></p><p>We are celebrating 1,000 downloads and community growth in our first audio newsletter.</p><p></p><p>What is covered in this newsletter:</p><ul><li>Thank you!</li><li>Beyond the first time, every time</li><li>Beyond safe spaces: building competent community</li><li>'No DNA, Just RSA'</li><li>Feeling left behind: "When is our turn?"</li><li>Evolving allyship for a more inclusive future</li></ul>
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8 MIN
Better community: everyone is doing the best they can with the trauma they carry with Annemarie Shrouder
AUG 6, 2024
Better community: everyone is doing the best they can with the trauma they carry with Annemarie Shrouder
<p>E9: Annemarie Shrouder (she/her), international speaker, consultant and author of <em>Being Brown in a Black and White World</em>, which shares the personal and organisational costs of polarisation, joined me today to talk about the essentials for community building and what we can borrow or learn from post-COVID-19 amid waning global commitments.</p><p>On today’s episode:</p><p>(0:00) Intro &amp; welcome</p><p>(0:24) Common frustrations shared since the start</p><p>(2:47) Inclusion vs Belonging and other polarisations</p><p>(4:12) “Healing requires that we all need to do our own work”</p><p>(5:52) Learning from parenthood for the best workplace</p><p>(9:42) The impact of COVID-19 on community and balance</p><p>(15:09) The tools we can use today</p><p>(17:39) The power of intersectionality on how we show up</p><p>(20:58) Wellness and heart-based exercises as impact drivers</p><p>(24:20) “Everyone is doing the best they can with the trauma they carry”</p><p>(26:15) Looking ahead with 5% more courage</p><p>(30:53) Outro</p><p></p><p>RESOURCES</p><p>Annemarie’s Book: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://annemarieshrouder.com/book/">https://annemarieshrouder.com/book/</a></p><p>(Amazon) - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Being-Brown-Black-White-World-ebook/dp/B09224CN47">https://www.amazon.com/Being-Brown-Black-White-World-ebook/dp/B09224CN47</a></p><p>The HeartMath Institute: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.heartmath.org/">https://www.heartmath.org/</a></p><p></p><p>More About Annemarie Shrouder (Author | Speaker | Facilitator | Consultant):</p><p>LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/annemarieshrouder/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/annemarieshrouder/</a></p><p>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://annemarieshrouder.com/">https://annemarieshrouder.com/</a></p><p></p><p>Thank you for listening, following and sharing the podcast. Help us grow, please rate and leave a comment for the show.</p>
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31 MIN
Building startup giants and community: lessons from Hubspace, Facebook, Bolt and Uber with Melilizwe Gqobo
JUL 30, 2024
Building startup giants and community: lessons from Hubspace, Facebook, Bolt and Uber with Melilizwe Gqobo
<p>E8: Today’s guest, Melilizwe Gqobo (he/him) - Founding Director of Hubspace (Khayelitsha) and Venture Scout, has successfully created space for founders and entrepreneurs to thrive by strengthening and reinforcing their capacity or ability to seek opportunities.</p><p>With the hindsight of co-founding Hubspace, a pioneering startup ecosystem or incubator space to bring communal offices and resources to entrepreneurs and founders within the township economy, meaningfully contributing over 5% to South Africa’s GDP, Melilizwe shares key lessons and insights on what it takes to make a successful venture while highlighting examples from Bolt and Uber’s entry to the South African/African market.</p><p></p><p>What's Covered On This Episode:</p><p>(0:00) The Entrepreneurship and Founder Ecosystems</p><p>(1:23) Founder Lessons and Challenges</p><p>(4:40) Reasons why I became an Entrepreneur</p><p>(6:02) The Opportunity Set – NGOs</p><p>(8:07) Making a successful venture</p><p>(10:51) Does First Mover Advantage Exist?</p><p>(12:50) The Role of Enterprise Development</p><p>(14:51) The Township Economy</p><p>(25:39) The Importance of Patient Capital, Support, Routine and Mindset for Preservation</p><p>(32:57) Allyship: Creating space and an intentional community</p><p>(38:29) Innovation and AI</p><p>(46:17) Wrap-up: Key Takeaways</p><p></p><p>RESOURCES:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2015/04/04/397101933/far-from-silicon-valley-a-disruptive-startup-hub">https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2015/04/04/397101933/far-from-silicon-valley-a-disruptive-startup-hub</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://disruptafrica.com/2014/11/15/townships-offer-real-investment-opportunities-hubspace/">https://disruptafrica.com/2014/11/15/townships-offer-real-investment-opportunities-hubspace/</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.news24.com/news24/partnercontent/the-rise-and-rise-of-the-township-economy-20230621">https://www.news24.com/news24/partnercontent/the-rise-and-rise-of-the-township-economy-20230621</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.parliament.gov.za/news/multifaceted-approach-needed-deal-protection-fee-and-business-extortion-syndicates-ncop-hears">https://www.parliament.gov.za/news/multifaceted-approach-needed-deal-protection-fee-and-business-extortion-syndicates-ncop-hears</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz5reve8476o">https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz5reve8476o</a></p><p>Melilizwe: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/melilizwe-gqobo-6229a729/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/melilizwe-gqobo-6229a729/</a></p><p></p><p>Thank you for listening, following and sharing the podcast. Help us grow, please rate and leave a comment for the show.</p>
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50 MIN