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By Shumirai Chimombe, Topco Media

Our Standard Bank Top Women Leaders newsletter features content that is carefully curated to promote women advancement in the business world. Sent every Tuesday to our extensive database of businesses and organisations that are dedicated to gender empowerment, this newsletter makes for powerful and inspirational reading for women leaders across South Africa and internationally.

Here are some reasons for subscribing to the weekly newsletter:

Be empowered: Thought leadership by women leaders

Each week the newsletter features thought leadership articles written by women industry leaders sharing their insights on important issues around gender empowerment and leadership, and exploring topics such as diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace; breaking through gender barriers and biases; breaking the glass ceiling; how to rise to the top in traditionally male-dominated fields, and much more. 

You will also find enlightening Q&As with influential women leaders giving their unique perspectives on gender empowerment in business and the public sector, all aimed at inspiring women, including young, upcoming leaders, to strive towards greater success and making an impact in the business landscape. Previous Q&As have included former Deputy President of South Africa (2005 – 2008) and current Chancellor of the University of Johannesburg,  Dr Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka; and Dr Gloria Tshukudu, the first black woman to qualify as a reconstructive and plastic surgeon in the country.

Recent article contributions include:

• The tools to thrive for women leaders by Nosiyabonga Mongane, Professional Quantity Surveyor
• Diversity is key to achieving gender equity in engineering by Retang Maphothoma, Civil Engineering Technologist, AECOM
• Heart-leadership: A new paradigm for empowering youth by Dr. Lucille Meyer, Founder of Chrysalis Academy
• Changing the status quo – 5 strategies by Ana Bonnani, CEO of Bettabets
• A blueprint for sustainable change by Seipati Mokhuoa- Founder and Chairperson, Strategic African Women in Leadership (SAWIL)

Be inspired: growing your business

There is an abundance of tips and advice for the many female entrepreneurs and professionals seeking to learn more about how to start or grow their businesses. One of the best ways to learn and gain new insights is from the lived experiences of other women entrepreneurs. The newsletter brings to you informative contributions from businesswomen sharing their knowledge and experiences on a variety of topics from how to scale your small business, tips on taking your business to new heights, and the skills you need for your personal and professional development as an entrepreneur.

Some of the latest articles: 

• Small businesses: Igniting South Africa’s untapped talent by Tshwanelo Fokazi, Founder of Angelic Dream Cushions
• 4 ways to grow and succeed as a small business owner by  Aggreneth Tintswalo H., Creative designer and business developer at Butter & Grace®
• Female entrepreneurship: a driving force for franchise growth by Janet Gericke, The Communication Circle

Be informed – tips for best practices

Implementing best practices can improve both individual productivity and the productivity of your business as a whole. These can include strategic planning, business processes, knowing your market,  sustainability, compliance with relevant regulations, and employing and retaining staff. The newsletter is a useful resource for information and advice from industry experts and successful businesswomen who generously share their knowledge and point you in the right direction for your business to flourish.

You can read articles such as:

• A lack of strategy can cost your business growth by Samantha Hogg-Brandjes, Founder and CEO of GinjaNinja
• 5 principles for building a successful tech business in the hospitality industry by Andrea Britt, Marketing & Communication, Nightsbridge
• The simplest business plan ever by Juanita Vorster, Business Advisor and Strategist
• Celebrating women in Compliance: Pioneers of change and empowerment by Bronwyn Williams, Founder and Director, Agile Group SA (Pty) Ltd

Be uplifted: the benefits of wellbeing and self-care 

There are countless studies and articles available online that speak to how women entrepreneurs and in senior positions are facing overwhelming challenges with mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety and burnout. This has a significant impact on their productivity and business growth. Therefore improving self-care and adopting a healthier lifestyle have become key to improving your professional life. 

Furthermore, the World Economic Forum states that businesses that invest in their workforce’s health and well-being have a competitive advantage and increased profitability, and that leaders who prioritise a healthy, happy workplace can increase employee motivation and engagement – which leads to greater productivity. In our newsletter you will find inspiring articles giving tips and strategies on how to integrate wellbeing into your daily practices and how to seek help and support to uplift and improve your mental health. 

You can read about:

• Are you truly thriving? 4 ways to revolutionise workplaces for mental wellness by Lindiwe Msiza, Founder and Managing Director, Leadership Consulting
• How busy women create space for wellness by Sue Ramauthur, Wellness Ambassador and Physiotherapist at SuedeWellness
• The resilience hack: Letting your people know they matter can boost your business by Candace Ristić, Programme Director, Henley Business School Africa
• Keeping my team and myself motivated by Heléne Smuts CEO of Credo Growth

Be involved:  Join a thriving community of women leaders

By subscribing to the newsletter, you join a community of successful like-minded women who have a passion for gender empowerment, leadership, career advancement and success in business. You will have access to knowledge from innovative minds and trailblazing pioneers, successful entrepreneurs, industry experts and business coaches. You will also stay informed of upcoming networking events such as the Standard Bank Top Women Conference which has just taken place from 25 to 26 November, 2024.

You can read:

• Creating a supportive network where women help each other thrive by Christine Kamugisha Senior Counsel for Southern Africa at Mondelēz International.
• Connect with – and learn from – your community: How to leverage attending a conference by Koketso Mamabolo, Topco Media 

You can find all our published articles from previous newsletters on our Standard Bank Top Women blog .

Open your door to new connections and subscribe to the Standard Bank Top Women Leaders newsletter.

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