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      One Word Could Change Everything: Pepe Marais on Finding Your Purpose

      One Word Could Change Everything: Pepe Marais on Finding Your Purpose

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeOctober 21, 2026 198 0

      He’s built one of South Africa’s most successful advertising groups, but Pepe Marais believes his greatest achievement has very little to do with awards or money. This week, he shares…

      The Unexpected Advice Column I Never Planned to Write

      The Unexpected Advice Column I Never Planned to Write

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJune 20, 2026June 20, 2026 1,114 0

      If Aunt Agony had a South African cousin who loved good news, gluten-free food and telling people to buy the shoes, they’d probably look a lot like me. I receive…

      What if You’re Not Failing... What if You’re Simply Out of Capacity?

      What if You’re Not Failing… What if You’re Simply Out of Capacity?

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJune 17, 2026 1,421 0

      Most of us think we need more time, more energy or more motivation. According to Jaxheartist, what we actually need is more capacity, and this week’s Good Things with Brent…

      The Message Behind SA Band Battersby’s New Single and Music Video

      by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuyMay 13, 2026June 10, 2026 1,316 0

      SA indie-rock band Battersby releases Arrows, a new single and music video about breaking free from old habits and self-imposed limitations – and choosing the best version of yourself!  …

      Burnout Has Become Our "Normal"… This Podcast Explains Why That Needs to Change!

      Burnout Has Become Our “Normal”… This Podcast Explains Why That Needs to Change!

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeMay 13, 2026 1,215 0

      The pressure to constantly perform has left many people exhausted, disconnected and running on fumes. In this week’s episode of “Good Things with Brent Lindeque”, Anja van Beek brings clarity…

      From Fame to Fulfilment: Brett Shuttleworth and Joe van Niekerk’s Next Chapter

      From Fame to Fulfilment: Brett Shuttleworth and Joe van Niekerk’s Next Chapter

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeApril 14, 2026April 15, 2026 3,250 0

      For Brett Shuttleworth and Joe van Niekerk, success came early and in abundance… but the real story began when they started questioning what it was all for.   South Africa…

      After 413 Days in ICU (And a R21 million bill), Kelvin van Baalen is Thriving

      After 413 Days in ICU (And a R21 Million Bill), Kelvin van Baalen is Thriving

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindeque February 26, 2026March 1, 2026 99,419 0

      Kelvin van Baalen spent 413 days in ICU, was resuscitated 9 times, had 27 surgeries and faced injuries that should have ended everything he had planned for his future. Instead,…

      Twenty-Twenty Fix: New Year, Same You… Just a Little More Whole

      Twenty-Twenty Fix: New Year, Same You… Just a Little More Whole

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJanuary 12, 2026 645 0

      Every January comes with pressure. The pressure to change, to do better, to become someone new, to magically transform into your “best self” by the end of week one. But…

      Reflection, Antcipation... And New Year's Resolutions!

      More Dancing, Saying Yes and Telling People to F*ck Off: My Real 2026 Resolutions

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJanuary 1, 2026January 1, 2026 2,152 0

      This year, I’m not pretending to float into January like a yogi who’s mastered inner peace. I’m arriving messy, hopeful, determined… and ready to dance.   South Africa (01 January…

      From Broken Beginnings to Purposeful Success: Darren Morris on Building Lucky Hustle

      From Broken Beginnings to Purposeful Success: Darren Morris on Building Lucky Hustle

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeOctober 29, 2025November 1, 2025 3,773 0

      From a childhood marked by hardship to running a purpose-driven agency, Darren Morris’ story is one of grit, grace and growth.   Johannesburg, South Africa (29 October 2025) – The…

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