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What would Fergie do with Bafana? They say you should never go back, but that doesn’t seem to apply to Bafana Bafana

Simon Lewis

Sadly, this rule does not apply to Bafana Bafana. If you flew off into space in 1992 and only returned to earth in 2014, you would presume that Bafana must have been a staggering success. After all, Ephraim “Shakes” Mashaba was the coach of Bafana when you left and he was still in charge when you returned. However, sandwiched inbetween there were 15 other coaches, making a total of 17 in 22 years. United had three managers in that time.

Arsenal have had just 18 coaches in the last 114 years, while Manchester City have had 21 in the time United had 3! Mind you, after the Special One’s couple of glory years at Chelsea, owner Roman Abramovich went on a firing spree, resulting in 10 management changes in the past 10 years. Chelsea enjoyed some good success in that decade, but fans feel they would have achieved more with a greater sense of continuity. As for Bafana, all we’ve done was win the African Nations Cup in ’96. We hosted the World Cup in 2010, but so gracious were we as hosts that we failed to get out of the group stages - and some people doubt we would have played in 2010 were it not for our automatic qualification as hosts. Worst of all, Bafana have had 24 changes of managers in what has become like a magical mystery tour of musical chairs. Mashaba has held the reins 4 times in this 17-year spread. Four times! Surely if you like someone that much you’ll just hold onto him? And if you keep letting him go… then maybe he’s not the one? Others who we’ve repeatedly gone back to are Jomo Sono (3 times), Trott Moloto and Pitso Mosimane (two tours of duty apiece). This constant back and forth between coaches is possibly more worrying than the high number of changes overall. We seem desperate, as if we don’t have a solution and don’t know where we should be looking for one. Is it the coaches or the players? If you’re

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a Man United fan you’ll know it’s the manager, even though they had some truly great players. So we have to ask: what would Fergie do with Bafana? All things considered, he would probably say ‘thanks, but no thanks’. He’s got nothing to prove – and it might just be impossible to prove anything with Bafana. Or would it? As long as he had a translator who could help us all understand Glaswegian, this is what I think he would do. First, he would send the Bafana boys a DVD of Fergie’s Greatest Hits. Hit 1 – Cantona past his sell-by date: Out. Hit 2 – Beckham getting too big for his branded boots: Out. Hit 3 – Roy Keane getting too miserable: Out. Second, he would do it ‘his way’ (see right). If you gave Fergie a sacred cow, he would slaughter it if it was for the good of his team. He’d throttle it with his bare hands if he had to. I think therein lies the problem. Fergie has had years to build a reputation which has given him the time to develop into one of sport’s lasting legacies. Bafana need to do that. They need to find the right man and put him IN CHARGE and then BACK HIM. Let him mould the team in his own image – for several years. The challenge for the administrators would be dealing with the internal politics, external politics, social pressure, cultural pressure – crumbs,

Sir Alex Ferguson Photograph by Austin Osuide | South Africa vs Mexico Photograph by Celso Flores

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t’s not often that a football manager will return to his former stomping ground. In living memory, Manchester United have never gone back to a former manager. Mind you, Sir Alex Ferguson was their manager for longer than most people on earth have been alive. The same applies to Arsenal, although London rivals Chelsea have gone back recently with the return of José Mourinho to Stamford Bridge last season. Mind you, he is The Special One.


sometimes they might even have to deal with soccer-related pressure! We call on Bafana to blaze us a trail Bafana have not won anything of substance for almost 20 years so do we really, really, really have anything to lose by taking a long-term gamble? Give The Chosen One the chance to either wreck us or lift us off into a bright new future. SA needs someone who is passionate and who sees it as their calling and who knows they have some time to build something of value. This is the challenge, because the players can’t have belief in themselves if their leader keeps changing. With a strong manager, it allows him to groom a strong onfield leader, like Fergie did with Eric Cantona, Roy Keane, David Beckham. Powerful men, almost like the Clive Lloyd of West Indies cricket. That’s what Bafana need and, as a football-loving nation, we deserve it. We have great talent and astonishing passion, yet our beautiful national game is being run and ruined by politics – and without a leader. Sometimes all that’s needed for success is to make a decision and stick to it – right or wrong. Decide and press forward. If we can do that with a manager and a captain then what great glory might be awaiting us? However, if we don’t get it right then the next time we play in the World Cup probably be in 2204 - when our turn to host the World Cup comes around again!

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Fergie’s first priority was to bring in young players and build a youth system that could sustain the club for years, rather than signing big name veterans in the hope of short-term success.

Fergie was not afraid to rebuild his team every four years. He made decisions based on what he imagined the team would look like in four years’ time.

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He set high standards for himself - and he always held everyone around him to these same high standards. He tells a great anecdote about how meeting high standards can become contagious: “I used to be the first to arrive in the morning. In my later years, a lot of my staff members would already be there when I got in at 7am. I think they understood why I came in early—they knew there was a job to be done.”

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Never, ever give control over to anyone else. He says you have to cut loose any employee who is making trouble and trying to take some of your power away, even if he is the best player in the world. And never worry about whether your employees or team members like you.

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Ferguson says there is no rule about when a manager should criticize players and when a manager should encourage players. The situation should dictate the best message to send to your team.

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Prepare to win and take risks. Fergie’s philosophy is that if you’re down 2-1, you might as well put on an extra offensive player and lose 3-1 rather than play conservatively and lose 2-1 anyway.

Fergie delegated managing practices to his assistant coaches so that he could simply watch what was going on with each individual player. He said, “I don’t think many people fully understand the value of observing.”

Finally, Fergie says you should never stop adapting. He explains, “I believe that you control change by accepting it.”

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STYLE

Day Night Game

Five easy steps to being the well-dressed man, every day and night

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CLEANING OUT THE CLOSET Generally, men are top-of-the-pile kind of people; grabbing what’s visible in the wardrobe. It’s very likely that if you can’t see it, you won’t wear it. The answer to this is to get organized. Give away clothes you have not worn in over a year,

Go to www.urbanhunter.co.za to check out The 7 signs you need to clean out your closet

PICK YOUR SHOPPING DESTINATIONS The clothing stores you choose should be able to accommodate your style as well as offer up some new, exciting additions to your wardrobe. If you are shopping in the city, choose an area with at least 3 different shops for you to browse. Otherwise, head to a shopping mall that has all you need.

I suggest the following retail stores:

THE SHOPPING LIST The Shirts and Tees

Wear the pants

Get blazed

V-neck, round-neck or buttoned-neck – make sure you have a good selection of plain T-shirts. Plain Tees are ideal to throw a blazer or coat over for that night time dinner or party.

Khaki, Demin, black and camel

A blazer/suit-type jacket

All these colours are neutral, simple and classy. They go well with almost any choice of shirt and accessories, and are perfect for dressing up for your after-work drinks.

Well-fitting, slick and smooth

Classic colours: white, black, charcoal, blue and maroon

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fold t-shirts to make them visible and easy to get to. Hang up your pants, shirts and jackets and keep your belts in view too. Cleaning out your closet and adding a system is your first step to looking great.

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To get away with jeans and a tee once the sun has set, wear a lightweight unlined blazer.


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ACCESSORIES Scarf; nothing says smooth dresser more than a casually swept scarf on a chilly winter night

PLAIN | WOOL | SUBTLE | SEXY

Fedora or Bowler Hat; add that little bit of swagger Shades; be that man with the superstar look; shades glinting in the sun, along with your smile

Cuff / Man-Bangle;

MASCULINE | INTERESTING | CONFIDENT

Tie;on at work, and off after work. Unless the outfit calls for it to remain on Belt; if you like a bit of bling, the belt buckle is the only place it should be LEATHER | BROWN | BLACK

Shoes; women notice your shoes - make sure they’re worth noticing Socks; go for bright colours or the classic black pair. Keep an extra pair of socks and underwear in your gym bag.

CLEAN | FUN | NEVER WHITE

SIZE MATTERS If it’s too small, don’t wear it!

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WARNING REMOVE SHADES AFTER SUNSET!

Underwear

Always wear decent underwear that fit properly and are comfortable. Any of your current brooks have holes in? Chuck ‘em now! urban hunter magazine | November 2014

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STYLE

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HOW TO WEAR IT

Un-tuck but don’t come undone

Layers and accessories are your best friend

Add some laid-back attitude without looking like you just woke up. Un-tuck your shirt, leaving half still tucked into your trousers or jeans. If you are wearing a stylish leather belt, let a part of it show. Effortless style at its best

Plain tee with a blazer or waistcoat is ideal for a night out, that with a fedora and you are good to go.

JUST THE TIP Shop your basics at stores like Mr. Price and Ackermans or Pick ‘n Pay clothing

If you find a pair of trousers that fit you perfectly and are comfortable, buy two or even three pairs. Stock up that wardrobe so there is always an outfit in the making.

Look out for specials – 2 for R200, 3 for 2, buy 1 get 1

Push or roll up the sleeves to give your look a nonchalant, rock ‘n’ roll vibe.

Work smart Your work-wear, even if it’s a smart suit and tie, is perfectly wearable at night too, be confident and rock it! These days you should not have to rush home to change, unless you are in desperate need of a shower/freshen up. Loosen the tie, roll up your sleeves and you are ready to unwind.

“It’s a brave, new style-conscious world out there, gents. Don’t be afraid to dress outside the box! You’ll feel as special as you look—and trust us, bros, the ladies will notice.” Scott Christian -GQ magazine contributer

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TRASH TALK

The End of a Generation

MMSV Productions’ primetime soap opera Generations has fired 16 cast members for illegal wage strike action

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he 16 actors being fired from the Generations set will not be bowing out with much dignity, as their wage strike took a dramatic turn. The soap stars’ demands for higher wages lead to producer Mfundi Vundla’s, rather unexpected, response of booting them all. The 16 contracts were terminated on Monday 18 August, following consultations with the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC). With six weeks’ worth of soaps pre-recorded and in the bag, the team will need to start rubbing heads together to figure out a way of realistically ending the 16 roles on Generations. Soap opera dramas are well-known for the coma patient, horrific car crashes, sudden disappearances of people and scandals, but I am sure we are all wondering how it will play out for the 16 cast members! The actors released statements after the contract termination, stating that they were disappointed by the response, but intend to fight for fair wages for creative professionals. The actors claim that, despite the show’s popularity (over 7 million viewers a night), they are not treated or paid fairly. The actors are demanding bigger salaries and extended three-year contracts. They also want royalties from episodes that have been rebroadcast, as well as syndication fees resulting from the sale of Generations outside of South Africa. The actors have threatened to go to court if their contracts are terminated on Monday. According to Sunday World, the SABC rejected the actors’ pay increases which it deems “astronomical”, increasing the wages of long-serving actors from R16 000 to R30 000 per week. To date, the termination of the cast’s contracts have not been reversed, and the demands listed above have not been

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addressed by SSMV or SABC. The actors did not return to work and have gone to court over the matter. Whether or not the firing of 16 Generations stars was a mock-charge remains to be seen. What will the 7 million viewers think in six weeks time when new plot twists emerge? It will be an extreme-soapies-throw-down, with fans glued to the TV so as not to miss one of the 16 cast members’ sudden ‘deaths.’

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This causes a rift between Queen’s family and Noluntu accepts a job offer overseas while Queen’s now ex is so distraught from the betrayel that he drinks all day, drives and crashes into a bridge, dying.

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The actors on strike are: Anga Makubalo (MJ Dlomo), Atandwa Kani (Samora Lembede), Katlego Danke (Dineo Dlomo), Mandla Gaduka (Selwyn “Choppa” Maithufi), Menzi Ngubane (Sbusiso 3 Dlomo), Nambitha Mpumlwana (Mawande), Patrick Shai (Patrick Tlaole), Slindile Nodangala (Ruby Dikobe), Sophie Ndaba (Queen Ndaba), Seputla Sebogodi (Kenneth Mashaba), Thami Mngqolo (Senzo), Thato Molamu (Nicholas Nomvete), Winnie Ntshaba (Khetiwe Buthelezi), Zenande Mfenyana (Noluntu Memela), Zikhona Sodlaka (Priska Nomvete) and 4 Zolisa Xaluva (Jason Malinga). If you are an avid Generations viewer, you will notice that these are not minor characters, but ones that play a daily role in the world of Generations. Two weeks on from termination, and still no recall or changes to contracts – what will happen in Generations to come?

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Dineo sticks to his escape plan and does a serious disappearing act

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After the visit, Priska is unhappy; Nicholas’s past is too much to live with. The combination of their sorrows leads to a wild night, fighting and an unplanned mix-up in a drug deal. Both land up in a gun fight, leaving them in comas

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How will the characters be written out?

Urban Hunter asked a few readers for their soap drama ideas; read on for the possibe plot changes.

Queen announces she is really in love with Jason and they run off together

Kenneth commits suicide

XXXXXXXXX A work event mishap, bus trip to a client, or weekend workshop gone wrong – crash, 3 killed, 4 comas, 3 so badly injured they resign and leave the city. Comas, death and disability end it all.

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Or they find people who look similar to the sacked bunch, and try to trick the viewers into getting used to new faces with the same names, set of problems, treachery and backstabbing.


TRASH TALK As final farewell, or tribute, to the actors, let’s take a trip down memory lane with 10 moments from Generations worth remembering

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THE KISS

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NTSIKI

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SCAR FACE

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HOLLYWOOD VISITS

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THE OLD AND THE SICK

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better known as ‘the gay kiss’ between Senzo and Jason that lead Senzo’s homophopic father to beat them both senseless, leaving Jason with a concussion.

the one that viewers love to hate was shot by Sarah-Lee, who was once a friend of hers. Ntsiki was paralysed after the shooting.

that time when Khethiwe landed a modelling contract that was cut severly short after Dumisane stabbed her in the face on New Years. As one does.

Samuel L. Jackson featured on the show and advised Khethiwe on her drinking problem. Thanks, Samuel.

that time when Mamfundisi tricked old and sick people into transferring money to her for bettering the church… more like bettering her lavish lifestyle. To top it all off, she set the church on fire while it was full of all her followers. Never a dull moment in the twisted lives of Generations stars.

INCEST UNCOVERED Khensani and her boyfriend Noah are about to tie the knot, but there is a secret that becomes uncovered. Noah is her long-lost twin brother! Say what!? Noah turns to drugs after finding this out.

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WIFE BEATER APPEARANCE

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THE LOVE TRIANGLE

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that episode when Chris Brown was featured and recorded a song with Ajax, who was in hospital after a car accident.

the episode with the messy love affairs is one to remember too; Ntombi, Sibusiso and Karabo. This one sleeps with that one, when that one is actually her man, and they were friends… you remember it right?

QUEEN’S FLING X 2 that time when Queen had a fling with Archie Moroko, then his brother, Zake Moroka, and then later had a child with the other brother, Terence. If not, why not?

TWINS the time we all remember! Zoleka and Zinzi both fall in love with Archie Moroka. He then married Zoleka, who had a miscarriage, who then asked her twin to swap places with her… being a twin has it’s benefits.

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TECH TALK

Bigger is Bigger What’s 6.2 inches and fits snugly in your hand?

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ou know what they say about big hands? They can hold the iPhone 6 Plus. This 6.2 inch long slab of aluminium has the biggest display, with the thinnest body, found in an iPhone yet. It’s a real man-size phone and it feels good in your hand with the near seamless case bonding aluminium, stainless steel and glass. Sure, the iPhone 6, at 5.4 inches, might be more conveniently sized, but you’ve got to super size that thing to get all the real features.

That’s why Apple upped the reachability on the iPhone 6 Plus, making it easier for you to get to the things you use with the swipe of a thumb. Double tap the home button and everything will inch down, closer to your digit. Just swipe left or right to go back and forward in your browser. They’ve even made the volume button longer and put the sleep button on the side so it’s within easy reach.

But my thumbs are only so big, I hear you cry.

Nobody needs a heavy phone weighing them down. The iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus are 6.9mm and 7.1mm thin. Everything down to the finest detail has been designed to run smaller, lighter, better. The iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus are coming to the rest of the world on the 19th of September, but we have to wait a little longer with a predicted due date in October/November. Rumours suggest its going to be pricey too (around R12 999 for the 128GB iPhone 6 Plus and R11 999 for the iPhone 6) so it might be time to upgrade that contract.

The Low Down Size: iPhone 6: 138.2 x 67.1 x 6.9mm iPhone 6 Plus: 158 x 77.7 x 7.1mm Weight: iPhone 6: 129g iPhone 6 Plus: 172g Hardware: 64 bit A8 chip Faster and more energy efficient with enough power to play console-class 3D games right on your phone Operating System: iOS 8 Simpler, faster and more intuitive Display: Retina® HD iPhone 6: 4.7 inch 1334x750 res iPhone 6 Plus: 5.5 inch 1920x1080 res Oleophobic coating keeps it free of fingerprints Camera: 8 megapixels, records in HD Built-in Storage: 128GB

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SAMSUNG GALAXY S5

GOOGLE NEXUS 5

Weight: 145g OS: Android Kitkat 4.4.2 Display: 1080 x 1920 pixels Processor: Quadcore 2500MHz Built-in Storage: 32GB

Weight: 130g OS: Android Kitkat 4.4.4 Display: 1080 x 1920 pixels Processor: Quadcore 2260MHz Built-in Storage: 32GB

Similar in size to the iPhone 6, the Samsung Galaxy S5 is more rugged with dust and water resistance, more megapixels on the camera, but it can’t shoot in HD.

The camera and HD capabilities of the Nexus 5 are on par with the iPhone 6 and it’s the lightest of the competitors, but the battery can only be replaced by a specialist.

SONY XPERIA Z2

Also similar in size to the iPhone 6, the rugged and water resistant Xperia Z2 wants to go on adventures with you and the 20 megapixel camera will let you capture it all in style. Weight: 163g OS: Android Kitkat 4.4.2 Display: 1080 x 1920 pixels Processor: Quadcore 2300MHz Built-in Storage: 16GB

COMPARING THE COMPETITION

Watch this space Put some style into your wrist action

The Apple Watch locks itself with a passcode whenever it’s taken off

The first wearable smart watch from Apple, the Apple Watch connects messages, Facebook updates, simplified apps and Siri to your wrist. With cellphones getting bigger every year, it’s easy to see why someone might want to stow their phone away in a bag or jacket pocket and let their smart watch do the work. Simplified apps on the Apple Watch include: iMessages, Health, Calendar, Weather, Mail, Photos, the camera’s Shutter Button and Apple Maps to help you find your way. The watch’s 38 or 42mm display is surrounded by alloys of stainless steel and aluminium, making them tough enough for daily wear. Splurge on the 18-karat yellow or rose gold for a premium look. The dial on the side lets you zoom in on maps or pictures and scroll through your apps. Just push the button below the dial to phone a friend. Watch out for it in early 2015.

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Jo’burg PACHA IBIZA ON TOUR: 01 November What? The notorious Pacha Ibiza experience will be making a stop in Jozi as part of their tour. They’ll be bringing with them all the sass they are known for as well as dancers for an exclusive event to be held at one of Jozi’s most loved and central party spots. Where? Kong 160 Jan Smuts Ave How much? R250

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SOUL CONTROL: 01 November What? The line-up contains the biggest and baddest names in deep house. The classic floor will bring the authentic sound of the music to you strictly through vinyl. Where? Flyboys Dakota Crescent 1419 Germiston How much? R120

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MONEY

Sowing the Seeds Whether you’re a humble employee or a thriving entrepreneur, we all need to plant the right seeds for our financial and career success.

Godfrey Madanhire Don’t put all your eggs in one bank

My job’s safe…

Plan E for employee

After the banks crashed internationally in 2008 we all now know that it’s no longer safe to put all your eggs in one investment basket. Having learnt that lesson the hard way, wise investors now spread their investments as well as their savings, and even their insurance and retirement planning.

If you work for a company there is always the chance that, despite your best efforts, the company could get into trouble or lose a big client and either have to make cutbacks or close up shop. Lose one big client or big deal and you could find yourself at the back of the unemployment queue.

No longer do people spend decades working at one company and, increasingly, less and less people are working for companies. Everyone is moving towards outsourcing and employing freelancers or consultants. Great news: you can now be your own boss. However, you need to tread carefully. Don’t just leap into the world of self-employment because it can be a short trip of a few months in which you can move from being hungry for success to hungry for bread and water. Build your side businesses or turn hobbies into money making ventures WHILE you are still employed.

VACANCIES

SAVINGS

INVESTMENTS

INSURANCE

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It can happen again... Plan B for businessman

Live on the mild side It’s only worth making a risky investment if you can really afford to throw that money away without a worry. If you might need that cash to cover some basic costs down the road then just don’t take the risk.

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Never take your job (or a client) for granted.

The best way to make a small fortune is to be reckless with a big fortune.

The most successful entrepreneurs and business owners always keep something in their back pocket, and usually it’s seeds. Not real seeds, but figurative seeds. It’s as if they spend their life dropping these tiny seeds behind them as they go along their merry way. From Branson to Trump to Sexwale, they know that there’s always someone else hungry to take their client or market share away from them. No-one ever rests on their laurels.

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Never stop exloring other business opportunities and alliances.

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For most employers you’re just a number, and for yourself you’re also just a number. Number 1 – so look after No 1!

KEEP READING...

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When do I jump? Don’t leave a vaguely decent job to be self-employed until such time as you literally can’t afford not to. It’s about the head ruling the heart. Many people are desperate to leave a frustrating or boring job and convince themselves they will make a living from their great new business venture. You have to let your head rule this decision. You jump into self-employment when you can’t remain any longer in your job. For the entrepreneur, that literally means when you are making so much money that your daytime job is really costing you money.

Don’t run your business into the ground… Any business can hit troubled times, but there’s a problem if you ‘run it into the ground’. The problem is in your approach. If things start going wrong you need to address them and refocus, trying something different. Just stubbornly saying “I won’t let this go down” doesn’t help. If it’s a lost cause then knowing when to abandon ship is essential. You can either lose a lot of money or a lot more money.

Where does it all go? SA’s annual spending habits

32% Housing, water, electricity, gas and other fuels

17% TIP

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In a dog eat dog world, make sure you have a muzzle in one hand and a gun in the other.

How are you going to pay for that? Why is it that some of the richest people pay cash for some things and yet they take other things on terms? Simple, they value their money. They will look for the very best deal on any offer and the one that allows them to use their money in the best way. That’s why some millionaires might buy their next Mercedes cash yet pay for their photocopier over five years. Each decision will be based on the deal on the table.

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Keep your eyes out for icebergs, be adaptable… and know when to dive into the lifeboats.

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Health 1.5% Alcohol and Tobacco 1%

Stats source: Income Expenditure Survey 2010/2011


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1 in 50 people claim to

@kanyewest

have had sex on an aeroplane

I’m ready to get out of my own way. The ego is overdone...it’s like hoodies

15% of adults have had sex at work

At any given time,

25% of people are daydreaming about sex

My favorite unit of measurement is ‘a shit load’

The longer a man’s ring finger is compared to his index finger, the more testosterone he has

I got the best leather pants collection since the 80’s...If I must Don’t you hate when people clap to loud in the car...it’s like yo this is a closed area..your clapping is waaaay to loud!!!hahahahaha I love everybody...only thing I don’t like is taxes..me and taxes gone fight Jump the fence at Kruger, you’ll have designer skin in no time.

DID YOU KNOW? Zoo Jeans is a company that lets lions, tigers and bears “design” jeans by tearing holes in the denim. The finished products are auctioned off to raise money for the Kamine Zoo in Hitachi, Japan. A Dutch designer is working with scientists to create glow-in-the-dark trees, hoping to one day use them to replace street lights. Sniper bullets can travel for so long that the rotation of the Earth will move the target.

Swarovski blings the Samsung Gear S smartwatch Samsung has partnered with Swarovski to bring you its Gear S smart watch with a band covered in the famous crystals. The Swarovski version of the Gear S uses Crystal Fine Mesh to create the blinged-out band. Other items that have received the Swarovski treatment include a dog bowl, a vacuum cleaner and a Mercedes Benz.

Glow in the dark trees?? That’ll confuse the tsotsis...

Only one person has been killed by armed police in Iceland since it became an independant republic in 1944 Tough to beat. 415 people died from police action in SA just last year...

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