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Don’t let the title of this conversation fool you – John Vlismas is so much more than just a comedian…

This businessman, social commentator, and more shares his insights and feelings around a number of topics during this #WhatsTrending discussion that will leave you both chuckling and also thinking deeply and carefully about your businesses and careers.

In a frank and direct conversation, Gareth Armstrong asks Jon Foster-Pedley, Dean of Henley Business School, if attending a business school is worth the time, effort, and money. Jon surprises with some interesting observations and important insights that reveal the true nature and role of business schools, and the crucial questions prospective students need to ask themselves before making the commitment. This is an #AskAnExpert conversation you don’t want to miss.

“They find the kernel within you, the value you uniquely offer.” says Sameer Rawjee of his time at Google. Jon Foster-Pedley, Dean of Henley Business School, spends time with Sameer, now MD of O-School, during this #WhatsTrending conversation to talk through his experiences at Google, and how these have informed the efforts he is now making to deliver on the growing trend towards oneness, employee engagement, and finding meaning at work.

Ivor Haarburger is THE original music industry hustler – from blasting music through Marabastad to promote a record, to physically approaching each and every DJ and producer in the SABC offices, he sweat, and networked, and worked his way up the corporate ladder to finally occupy the very impressive office of CEO of the Gallo/Warner Music Group. Ivor sits with Gareth Armstrong during this #AskAnExpert conversation on Henley Business Radio, and answers the question: “What can’t books and the internet teach you about the music business?”

This fascinating conversation between Dean of Henley Business School, Jon Foster-Pedley, and Dr John Demartini sees questions being asked of the true worth and function of HR, a challenge being put to all of us around how we spend our time, as well as insights into getting the very best out of our teams. This is a discussion not to be missed, that will leave you with hugely valuable insights, tools, and renewed focus.

After a rigorous and insightful deep dive into what sustainability is with the Dean of Henley Business School Africa, Raldu Nel, CEO of Blank Canvas Int. and Chairman of the African Sustainable Development Association, now joins Gareth Armstrong in studio for this #AskAnExpert feature. Together they discuss the business case for sustainability, where questions include: What are the potential cost savings and bottom line impact of sustainability? How can one see bottom line ROI for CSI and Supplier Development spend within the context of sustainable development? Given the huge benefits of sustainability, should every business have a CSO (Chief Sustainability Officer)? And more.

Jon Foster-Pedley, Dean of Henley Business School Africa, looks closely at and asks hard questions of this thing we keep on hearing about called Sustainability. Raldu Nel, CEO of Blank Canvas Int. and Chairman of the African Sustainable Development Association, joins Jon in studio for this #WhatsTrending conversation to offer his insights and expert view of sustainability, as well as the current trends being experienced in that space.

What is a Section 12J VCC? We understand there are massive tax incentives and opportunities here, please explain? What kinds of risk do we face when investing our money into these funds? Gareth asks Etienne Louw, Senior Tax Advisor at Mazars, these questions and more during this excellent #AskAnExpert conversation.

It was a great privilege for Jon to welcome Dr Kelly Sloan into the #HBR studio during her recent visit to South Africa. With a Bachelors degree from Columbia University, a PhD from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and an Executive MBA degree from Henley Business School, Dr Sloan has incredible insights into Personal Development that are underpinned by her time managing the Centre for Integrative Neuroscience and Neurodynamics (CINN) at the University of Reading, where they focus on dynamic brain imaging specializing in cognitive neuroscience and computational neurodynamics. This is a fascinating #WhatsTrending conversation you don't want to miss.

What is the root cause of the problems we hear repeated so often in our boardrooms? As a disillusioned junior manager, how do I inspire or motivate my staff? And how do we easily and effectively connect with those around us? These are just a few of the questions we pose to Tracey Swanepoel, a business strategist, creative consultant, and firm believer that "the shortest distance between two people is a story", during this #AskAnExpert conversation here on Henley Business Radio.