It was a great pleasure spending time with Gail Schimmel for this episode. Gail is a lawyer (with 4 degrees) working for the Advertising Regulatory Board and the author of at least 7 books in her name and co-author as Katie Gayle in a murder mystery series.

In this episode, we chatted about her childhood writing stories, her journey to becoming a lawyer and an author and finally, we discover what she is listening to in her car!

ARB: https://www.arb.org.za/ LinkedIn

Janet chats with Yasmine Miemic, owner and founder of 5Inc and EcoSpirit, where they discuss Yasmine’s commitment to activism and sustainability. Yasmine shares with us the influence of her father and uncle. Finally, we hear whether it’s chips or chocolate in the quick-fire questions.

For more about Yasmine’s businesses, visit 5Inc https://5inc.co.za/ and EcoSpirit https://ecogifts.co.za/ Janet Generally Speaking Podcast · LinkedIn

Mo Malele shares her philosophies on business culture and teams, along with the best advice she has received on the importance of understanding. We find out who inspires her, and like the podcasts before, we hear what song she is dancing to at the moment.

You can listen to Mo’s podcasts wherever you get your podcasts:

My Country Needs Me and We Are Storytellers

Website: https://www.momalele.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mo-malele-4b210138/ LinkedIn

Projeni Pather, owner and founder of Exposure Marketing, talks to Janet about her business, her mentor, and the people who inspire her. Projeni shares with us who inspires you and how they made it through COVID. Finally, we hear what song she may or may not be dancing to in the quick-fire questions.

For more about Projeni’s business, visit https://www.exposuremarketing.co.za/ and https://www.mamamagic.co.za/ LinkedIn

Janet chats with Melanie Walker about being a freelancer and the joy of doing diverse projects along the way. Melanie tells us how she landed the job as presenter of Treasure Hunt - did you know she still has the outfit and it fits? We find out who inspires her and like the podcasts before, we hear what song she is dancing to at the moment.

You can listen to Melanie’s podcasts wherever you get your podcasts, or click this link to choose your platform:

Grounded - https://pod.link/grounded

The Reading Room - https://pod.link/read

SA People - https://pod.link/sapeople LinkedIn

Navigating Life's Transitions: A Conversation with Jodene Shaer, Co-owner of Lifeology, Personal Transformation Coach, Holistic Entrepreneur, Author, Speaker, and Plant-Based Vegan.

Janet chats with Jodene Shaer about her journey as an entrepreneur to realising her passion and purpose while helping others find theirs. Jodene shares what brought her to be a nomad, taking her business on the road. She shares with us the trauma of COVID, a company that suddenly lost many clients, and the difficult decision she faced. Finally, we hear what song she is dancing to in the quick-fire questions.

For more about Jodene, visit https://lifeology.biz/ www.janetgenerallyspeaking.com · LinkedIn

Janet chats with Marylou Bawden, owner and founder of Clear Path Senior and Speciality Move Managers, and explores her journey of building a successful business. Marylou shares with us what motivated her to start the business, who inspires her, and what brings her inner satisfaction. Finally, we hear what song she is dancing to in the quick-fire questions.

For more about Marylou’s business, visit www.clear-path.co.za. LinkedIn

I'm Janet Gericke, a communications professional, business owner, magazine junkie, avid reader, and sometimes crafter. I am the founder of The Communications Circle, which is the hub of my business.

This podcast features various series, including the INSPIRE series, which offers insights into people who inspire me. It also provides answers to questions relevant to the PR communications industry, as featured in INSIDE PR. Additional series will be added as conversations evolve and expand.

With INSPIRE, I will bring you exclusive conversations with women who are making their mark in the world. My guests will share their unique stories, experiences, and perspectives, offering valuable insights into their journeys and the lessons they have learned along the way.

INSIDE PR is a Q&A series for the PR industry, where I ask industry professionals questions, guiding interns and providing reminders to account directors.

Join me, won't you?

Links: https://thecommunicationcircle.co.za/

LinkedIn: Janet Gericke https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetgericke/ LinkedIn