Deal With It Before It Deals With You: The Truth About Impostor Syndrome

You’ve landed the role. Closed the deal. Got the invite. Everyone says you’re doing great — but deep down, a small voice whispers, “You don’t belong here.” That’s impostor syndrome talking, and I am quite familiar with it. I’ve trumped it, so you can too. Impostor Syndrome is that uneasy feeling that you’re faking your wayContinueContinue reading “Deal With It Before It Deals With You: The Truth About Impostor Syndrome”

Godfather or CEO? 7 Leadership Lessons from the Underworld

I’ve always been drawn to leaders, not just the titles they hold, but the psychology behind their actions. Why do people follow some leaders and resist others? Why do individuals behave differently when placed in positions of power? These questions fascinate me. This article is a peek into my musings on leadership. It explores theContinueContinue reading “Godfather or CEO? 7 Leadership Lessons from the Underworld”

Why Partnerships Work — and Why They Fail

This article focuses on How to Choose, Assess, and Fix Business Partnerships Before They Break You.  The Promise of Partnerships Business is tough to do alone. Partnerships can accelerate growth by pooling resources, splitting risks, and combining strengths. Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak built Apple in a garage because one had vision and the otherContinueContinue reading “Why Partnerships Work — and Why They Fail”

CV Submission Checklist: Your Guide to Getting Your CV Noticed for the Right Reasons

Have you been rejected after sending your CV? Did you blame unseen enemies and bad luck, or is your CV submission process simply at fault? This checklist helps you avoid common mistakes and send out a CV that highlights your best qualities.

Respect vs. Results: How Age Hierarchies Shape the Workplace — And What Gen Z and Millennials Are Doing About It

In many African workplaces, respect for age is a silent but powerful force. It rarely appears in HR manuals or organisational charts, but it lives in how meetings unfold, whose opinions get heard, and how decisions are made. It’s not just etiquette — it’s culture. We stand when elders enter the room, we listen beforeContinueContinue reading “Respect vs. Results: How Age Hierarchies Shape the Workplace — And What Gen Z and Millennials Are Doing About It”

7 Strategic Tips for Those Just Starting Out in Real Estate Practice

Starting your journey in real estate can be both exciting and intimidating. The terrain is vast — valuation, agency, investment advisory, facility management, and more. But with the right mindset and guidance, you can build a grounded, ethical, and profitable career. Whether you’re a fresh graduate, intern, or pivoting professional, here are 7 proven tips to helpContinueContinue reading “7 Strategic Tips for Those Just Starting Out in Real Estate Practice”

🔥 Engagement Is the Spark. Productivity Is the Engine. Profitability Is the Outcome.

We all talk about results. We crave performance metrics, output numbers, and quarterly growth charts. But before any of that happens — before revenue climbs or KPIs soar — something less visible must be in place: Employee engagement. It’s not a buzzword. It’s the difference between a team that merely shows up and one that shows out. 🚩ContinueContinue reading “🔥 Engagement Is the Spark. Productivity Is the Engine. Profitability Is the Outcome.”

Your Story Won’t Tell Itself

Every great leader has a story worth telling — but not everyone gets around to writing it. Discover why your legacy matters and how Beryl Consults supports business icons across the globe in turning their life’s work into a published legacy book.

The Art of the Email: What Your Job Application Says About You

There is an Email Application Crisis and you may already be affected. Recently, I posted an advert for a Facilities Manager and directed applicants to send their CVs to our email. What followed was a series of emails that left me both puzzled and concerned. Many applicants sent emails with just a subject line andContinueContinue reading “The Art of the Email: What Your Job Application Says About You”

GOAL SETTING & STRATEGIC REPOSITIONING FOR 2024

Welcome to the last day of this phenomenal year.  Yesterday, 30/12/23, we had a virtual  & practical session on GOAL SETTING & STRATEGIC REPOSITIONING FOR 2024.  Goal setting involves the development of an action plan designed to motivate and guide a person or group toward a goal. Have you started setting your goals for 2024? We tookContinueContinue reading “GOAL SETTING & STRATEGIC REPOSITIONING FOR 2024”