Jackpersad & Partners Inc enables employees to dream big – and live it

LINDA Ndlela became an employee of Jackpersad & Partners Inc in 2015, at the age of 20, and was the youngest porter at its radiology department in JMH City Hospital.

“I worked as a porter for five years and nine months, and always carried a strong slogan with me: ‘I am the best that the company has ever produced’. This slogan served as my motivation, because my dream was to become one of their best employees.

“My passion for helping people and my polite and friendly demeanour were soon noticed by the company.”

After having discussions about goals and aspirations with the venue manager at the time, Ndlela shared his immense love for the field of marketing. The company later opened bursary offerings to staff in line with its employment equity goals, and Ndlela applied – not expecting much.

“I was overwhelmed when I was selected to further my studies in marketing through Mancosa – and in October last year, I joined the public relations and marketing department as a marketing and PR assistant to help me gain muchneeded work experience in my field of study.

“I was overjoyed and relished the moment when I walked into my new job role.

“I recently completed my higher certificate in marketing and attained three distinctions. It was one of the proudest moments in my life – and I owe it all to Jackpersad & Partners Inc. I am so honoured to say that I will be graduating in October this year and want to thank JPI for believing in me.

“Being at Jackpersad & Partners Inc for just over seven years has been the greatest experience for me. I want to convey my heartfelt gratitude for what the company has done for me and for giving me an opportunity to fulfil my dreams and develop my professional career.

“Thank you JPI and happy 25th anniversary!”

Linda Ndlela Marketing and PR assistant at Jackpersad & Partners Inc