by Stephen Hickmore | Jul 24, 2026 | Featured, News, Podcasts
Are salespeople really just dealmakers — or are we missing the point? When we look beyond the stereotypes, it’s clear that sales is about much more than fast-talking or closing deals. We’ve all seen the stereotype — the fast-talking, shiny suit salesperson who...
by Stephen Hickmore | Jul 20, 2026 | Featured, News
South Africa’s next generation of culinary talent begins its journey to the Culinary World Cup, an event that stands out in the global arena. The South African Chefs Association (SA Chefs) has announced the Junior Team Masakhane Training Squad that will begin...
by Stephen Hickmore | Jul 15, 2026 | Featured, Hospitality Opinion Blog, News
“Fake it till you make it” is one of those phrases that is often misunderstood. It doesn’t mean lying about your qualifications or pretending to have skills you don’t possess. At its best, it means having the confidence to step outside your...
by Stephen Hickmore | Jul 11, 2026 | Featured, News
The Swiss Hotel School South Africa has been nominated for Africa’s Best Culinary Training institution 2026 Phillip Meyer, Director and Co-owner of SHS said “We are incredibly proud to announce that The Swiss Hotel School has been nominated for Africa’s Best Culinary...
by Stephen Hickmore | Jun 23, 2026 | News, Podcasts
Teachers are true South African Heroes After spending 16 weeks training hospitality teachers from township schools in South Africa, I came away with a completely different perspective. In fact, it became clear to me that Teachers are The Real Heroes. This isn’t...
by External Contributor | Jun 15, 2026 | Featured, News
Is the 2026 FIFA World Cup Damaging the United States as a Tourism Destination? The 2026 FIFA World Cup is negatively impacting the United States’ reputation as a global tourism destination. International media coverage highlights significant obstacles for...
by Stephen Hickmore | Jun 11, 2026 | Featured, News, Podcasts
In this episode, we explore the life of Conrad Hilton — war veteran, entrepreneur, dreamer and founder of the Hilton empire. Inspired by his autobiography Be My Guest, this is not just a business story, but a deeply human one. From the dusty frontier towns of New...
by External Contributor | Jun 10, 2026 | Featured, News
Article from Daily Maverick Millions of young people are out of work, but many employers still cannot find candidates with the practical, technical and operational skills required in today’s factory or office environment. Statistics South Africa’s...
