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Editor’s Note MAKING A FEW ADJUSTMENTS
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hange is good, but to some individuals change is not that important. In order to live a peaceful life and move to the next level in life you need to make a few changes in your life. It could be in relationships, friendships, work related,
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habits or whatever you find to be destructive or hinders you to move forward. This change doesn’t just come automatically, it needs you to set up your mind and then things will be able to change. Setting your mind set from negative thinking to positive. Reshuffling your friend list or the company you keep. Your commitment to this change will help you to not lead yourself into destruction. We have seen change in our South African Education and I believe that there is change that is yet to come. This change came when the youth of 1976 decided that it is more than enough for them, to be taught in Afrikaans that they do not know. Ever since then we have been able to learn and communicate our own languages in class rooms because the youth from previous years fought for change. How I wish today’s youth ca n learn a thing or two from the 1976 youth, just to try and practice things the way they did things. They knew what they wanted and they focused on building their lives and careers. That is not the case with today’s youth they don’t want to be independent they want to be spoon feed, which is totally wrong. No wonder there are
young they stand in corners waiting for their next victim to come. They focus more on hurting people and robbing them of things they worked hard for. Is that what the youth of today stand for? Violence? If that is the case then there is no future for them at all and they are making a bad name for the name “Youth”, for there is a saying that goes “ isizwe sifa ngomntu omnye ”, which means a country dies because of one person. Today’s youth needs to change and they need to start to change now. Focusing on this month’s issue: changing your attitude is one of the best thing that you could ever do for yourself, more than replacing your friends and routines. Not that your attitude is bad,
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but maybe you are too hard on yourself or do not give yourself any credit. That needs to change. It is very easy for us to become negative towards ourselves, to look down on ourselves but it is time for some kind of adjustments to take place. Life is too short, let’s rather live it to the fullest. I am not all for the saying that says “you only live once”, but letting it all out won’t hurt. Stop blaming yourself for your mistakes, forgive yourself for things that are not going the right way in your life. Don’t worry yourself about fitting in or not or what things you do better or which you don’t. Breathe some, and be in control but don’t hold on too tightly.
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CONTRIBUTORS
EDITOR Kaya Nqwelo GRAPHIC DESIGNER Abongile Zozi/ Creative twerks Thembani Ntabeni COLUMNIST Odwa Ngezana Nomangwane Flatela CAREERS Makgadi Mothetha HOME DECOR Sibu Siyoko FOOD EDITOR Sindiswa Petros CURRENT AFFAIRS Rocky Brutas
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COVER STORY
My modelling career started to show colour in 2009, when I did my 1st paying modelling Job with 2Sab Modelling Agency under the management of a lady Called Aldecia Moaudzi. That’s was when I started to groom and build myself through attending modelling workshops and doing tons and tons of photo-shoots. I was featured in a music video of a London based Nigerian Musician and designer Called Steel in 2009, The song was titled Tswaka Sufi, then in 2010 I did a music video with Theo Kgosinkwe of Mafikizolo, for his song called Umphathe Kahle shot at Silver Star Casino and I also featured in three adverts of Tanzania, Malawi and Zambia beers which were shot in south Africa.
I am a very competitive person as I believe that it can help one improve and better his craft because it gives people the chance to judge you and help you to better your game. My modelling accolades are as follows: In 2010 and 2012 I was invited to compete in the South African Model Cup where I came tops 1st in the Western Gauteng region in both years and 4th in 2010 and 2nd in 2012 for the overall Gauteng region. I won Gold Medals in Photography, Body, Ramp, Pageants, and Beat. In 2011 I was crowned Mr. Eminence Models World Wide 2011, were I also won the “Best Body Award” and “Mr. Eminence Models 2011 popularity Award”. This was an online completions conducted by a modelling agency based in New York where I was competing against more than 100 Guys from Africa and the rest of the world and I was also one of the Top 10 Finalist in the “Face of Markham’s” search where I was up against 500 guys from south Africa. I also did Fashion Shows with a Sandton based agent called SA beauty Agency. Then in 2012 I was chosen as the Best Dressed man of the night at Caprivi in Tembisa where I won a CSquared Clothing Voucher and a Peroni branded Watch, which led me to be chosen as one of the “Top 10 guys in South Africa” who have style, we were crowned the “2012/2013 Peroni Dons of Style” I won Csquared tailored Suit and Hampers, VIP passes to Parties hosted by Peroni or Csquared around Jozi, all expenses paid weekend away to Cape Town, a stay at a Top Class Hotel and a VVIP access to the L’omarins Queens Plate where I got to mingle with Mzansi’s Celebrities and Fashion Royalty. The competition was conducted by Peroni, Where their team of Judges was going to selected Top class venues around Gauteng (48 venues where more than 1300 entrants were selected ) in the search for stylish and Best Dressed brothers who epitomise the essence of a Peroni Don of Style and embrace the “La dolce vita” way of life. (Peroni is an Italian Beer. Csquared is male clothing label that dresses most SA Celebrities like Stoan, Lulo Café, Lunga Shabalala, William Lehong, Marc Lottering, Tumisho Masha and Many More)
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COVER STORY And this year (2015) I was one of the guys that J&B together with The Zone@Rosebank took to the J&B Met in Cape Town just in the name of Fashion. It was an all-expenses Paid weekend away, an elegant accommodation at a 5Star Hotel and a VVIP access to the J&B Met Marquee. Indeed it’s true when they say “when you love something and it will love you back” and this has been a true story to me through my journey as a Fashionista and a Style junkie.
Fashion has taken me to places where I never thought I’d go, and it has also landed me in front pages of newspapers, like Sunday Times, Cape Times and Herald and TV screens. Currently I am on a journey to fully develop the stylist in me, with in aim to get an extra job as a Stylist for magazines or Shops. Most of my clients are guys are the guys I meet at social gatherings and social networks who find my sense of fashion intriguing. At the moment I offer my styling services for free because I am still building my portfolio and growing my profile. I believe that I am a trendsetter of some sort and I strongly believe that it’s a crime to look like somebody else in an event, which is why I always try to look simple and yet different attending special events.
I have a National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry that I obtained it in 2007 with TUT Soshanguve campus and I just completed my National Certificate in Total Quality Management with UNISA and I am a process technician by profession and My future goals include owning a property business and an artist managing company which is what I am busy with, because there is so many talented guys were I am staying, i.e. Models, Musicians, DJs, MCs that I believe I can help groom and Build. I am currently managing an upcoming Kwaito/Afro Pop Group called Birthmark, a model/comedian called Yonks Vakelisa. With the short time that I have spent with the guys, I have managed to style them and Change their image. Because Image is very important especially when you are still new in the game and want to be noticed, I also got them a TV Gig i.e. a White Star advert future, they’ve also been performing all around Jozi at parties, weddings, night clubs, Randfontein show and sharing the stage with artists like Casper Nyovest, The Porlotones and many famous artists. My goal is to grow as a business man and make money with a lot of entities in my name, while at it help other young guys to achieve their dreams.
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FASHION
HANDMADE LEATHER HANDBAGS By the 1400s both men and women were using handbags and the handbag started to be regarded as being stylish as well as practical. Handbags became fashion items and accordingly they became decorative or became accessories.
Even today handbags are still used for the same purpose and now in our day and age have a wide range of handbags, available in every shape and size. A very large variety of super quality handmade handbags are accessible these days. These are handmade items from a particular country and they are shipped internationally and some are designed and hand made within the country. You can use them as gifts to be given to loved ones. Some Handmade handbags can be bought in local boutiques or sold online, through retail outlets. These handcrafted bags of high quality are made by skilled artists. Majority of companies utilize the best quality natural and synthetic fabrics from all over the world. Some are also known to utilize traditional Japanese fabric used in Kimono. Some of them are lined with 100% cotton fabrics with only the handle being made of jute. One of the people who make handmade bags is Ousmane Diop, he designs and makes bags from stretch, using a machine and his hands. His hand bags made with leather. Designing handbags has been his life and he grew up with this creativity and is now using it to better his life. "I started doing bags when I was a very young, I think was around 14. What I love about my work is that it’s always on spot and no one has ever complained about my bag since I started doing them. It takes me only an hour to make just one bag. Meeting up with clients is a bit challenging for him as I don’t have an assistant or someone to work with. ", Stated Diop. But if you don't have patience or inclination to do it yourself the next best course is to search online, and if you have time to browse you might sit there hour after hour scrolling down the screen because there are thousands and thousands of creations which will leave you awestruck. There are hundred and one handbag designs on the internet with styles ranging from cool and hip handbag for a glittering party girl to more sober editions for formal graceful occasions. You may carry a leather handbag to a formal event and leave imprint of your stylish personality there. To find beautiful leather bags go to your nearest boutique you will find a perfect one that will suit you and your character. www.Introvert. com
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Written by: Kaya Nqwelo
By Tase Jack
Vintage clothing is a generic term for garments originating from a previous era. During the olden days people were governed by Monarchy Rule (Queens and Kings) and people were divided into classes of people Rich, middle and poor same goes to their fashion senses there were clothes that poor people could not wear. But fabric (material) that was used was in very good quality regardless how poor or rich you are. "Vintage clothing" is a finely constructed clothing from the past; clothing which meets high and generally agreed standards of aesthetic quality. These standards are set both by the marketplace in and by experts with long experience in the field. "From the past" denotes fine clothing which has survived in good condition and which has been preserved specifically because of its intrinsic beauty and not only for its wear ability. "The past" may be the distant past or the more recent past, egg., antique clothing such as an early 20th century embroidered tulle cape. Now coming back to today, things have changed but not that much. Yes we do have expensive clothes and all but guess what, Vintage is not very costly. We have vintage designer labels that are affordable fashion has never been this great. Just make sure you go to the right stores to get nice pieces of Vintage.
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FASHION
It’s all about timing, knowing the time and using it wisely. Be it a well-known brand or just a regular piece of watch the most important thing is to have the right one. Remember it’s all about timing so you don't want to end up stuck in the golden oldies. Masculine watches are essential these days. Be bold and get out there and make your statement. The bigger the better.
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I used to think that there is one thing that doesn't shrink when people get older is feet. They enlarge instead. But I was wrong, I have come to notice that my feet have actually shrinked. I am not the only one, I have a number of people who a faced with the same thing. Decreasing from a size 4 to size 3, without turning back.
When combined with other aging-related changes, the feet can encounter limits to how much use or abuse they can take. In all that, there is one thing I know that grows and that is the love of shoes. Just seeing a beautiful pair, makes most hearts pump fast and mind go bananas. On that moment it doesn't matter how much it cost up until you reach home. It is then that you realize that it cost a fortune. You have no choice but to hold on to it so you say you can't take it back. That has nothing to do with the shoe store but because you have fallen deeply in love with this beautiful piece of art you can't let go. .That is how a shoe addicted person acts. There is nothing wrong in loving and buying shoes, but it’s how we react when we see that beautiful pair that makes music in our heart. Love shoes, love beautiful things but shop wisely www.Introvert. com
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PLANNING YOUR WINTER WARDROBE
With all the changing of the seasons comes a perfect opportunity to refresh your wardrobe. Here are some few tips to update your closet this season. Written by: Nomangwane Flatela
1. CLEAN OUT YOUR WARDROBE: There is no better way to clear out the clutter and to evaluate everything you own, than going through your wardrobe methodically, piece by piece. Everything that hasn't been worn in the last 12 months or no longer fits , should be sold, or better yet donate to charity. 2. TAKE NOTE OF WHAT YOU HAVE: create a list of all the category gaps you have recognised whilst going through your wardrobe, items you don't have enough of or need to update. Identify key investment pieces you need and budget for them, like shoes, knits, coats and bags or any basics that need replacing. Think of special events you have coming up and if you need to buy anything specific for these. Also think back to what you wore in previous years and if these looks can be carried on to this season and still look chic. 3. ASSESS YOUR LIFESTYLE: the perfect wardrobe should not only reflect your personal style, but also your personal lifestyle. What you wear should complement how you live. Group your clothing into categories to work out roughly how many outfits you need for the season. People tend to be less social in the colder months so take this into consideration, as you may need fewer dresser outfits and more casual easy-to-wear clothes.
4. STICK TO A COLOUR STORY: the majority of what you wear should be in a neutral colour palette of greys, blacks, nudes and whites that will allow you for mixing and matching, which will keep your wardrobe feeling fresh. Add excitement to neutrals this season with structure and texture. Autumn and winter generally don't offer much in terms of colour, but if colour is your thing, then think about tones of navy, dusty pink, olives and maroon, which are lovely additions to neutrals. www.Introvert. com 11 3rd ISSUE JUNE 2016
PLANNING YOUR WINTER WARDROBE 5. QUALITY OVER QUANTITY: You should aim to have a small wardrobe of high quality key pieces and low cost essentials that can coexist together beautifully to give you your own personal style. Look for quality pieces over large number of trendy items. And remember fit is everything. There are some core goto pieces that a women's winter wardrobe shouldn't be without, like a good sweater, pair of jeans, blazer, coat, blouse and long sleeve dresses, but stick to styles that work best for your figure and keep them refreshed in unexpected ways.
6. SEASONAL UPDATES: Although on - trend buying should be kept to a minimum, it is still okay to buy few trendy pieces to carry your core wardrobe through each season and to give your wardrobe a refreshing lift. 7. CREATE SOME GO-TO LOOKS. Once your shopping is complete, familiarise yourself with your new wardrobe and spend time putting together as many different outfits as you can for every occasion. Pay attention to detail, like accessories and styling, and experiment using your inspiration mood boards. Snap pictures of your outfits to look on. Later on, and to make getting up on those colder mornings as little bit easier. After all that, you are ready for the season winter. Keep warm and styled up.
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When I was young I used to listen to the radio, not because I had tuned in to listen but because my grand mother was listening to her favourite radio station. I would hear a voice coming out of the small radio/ hi-fi and wonder how on earth can a person speak and they are not visible for you to see. In all that, there was just one fascinating things to me about radio, and that is the music that plays every time the presenter is about to go to an ad break or when they have a song list from listeners. And I wondered how do they manage to speak and change cassets and play different music by different artists. We now have been answered. I later found out that behind the closed doors of radio, there is a compiler of musing that helps the presenter play a beautiful selection of music. We get to know Sikelwa a music compiler to hear more about her and her work.
Will you please shed some light to us about Sikelwa Ophila. Who is she and where is she from? Sikelwa Ophila is a God fearing woman who was born and bred in Alice, from a very small family and is better known as “Ops”
What was it like growing up in Alice? Growing up in a small town like Alice, to me it was the best thing ever. School and town were close by from my village, so I was exposed to almost everything that is beneficial for a child. Alice is such a small town; people knew each other and Ubuntu was practised daily.
When Growing up was there any sign that you will one day be a music compiler?
Not just a music compiler but being a part of radio. Not a single day would pass without me not listening to radio, just for the love of music and the style of presenting. Is there anything else besides compiling music that you do? I am a script writer, voice over artist and also working with a very passionate young talented guy goes by the name of Vhonga Kekana Myeni, producing his show “Weekend breakfast show.” www.Introvert. com
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FEATURE What do you love most things about your job? Music is my comforter. Music always changes your mood “ndisebenza ngalento ndiythandayo, which is music”
How did you come up with songs to play on radio? Honestly speaking I can’t give you a straight answer to that, sometimes it goes with my mood but most of the time I play what my listeners like and remember I have a guide line for each show. Can you share a line or two from your favourite song and who is the artist?
“You’ve came long way how did you get here ubuthwele ngubani how did you get here ngobinyawo azinawo namasa.” My favourite artist ever, Zonke Dikana name of the song –Malibongwe. What was the hardest part of being a music compiler? Dealing with a new presenter, it’s a challenge to get used his/her style of presenting. What is it that drives you to go to work each and every day and do what you do? To know my listeners are waiting to hear good music and for the love I have for music. In five years’ time to come where do you see yourself?
Having my own company where I will mentor and train young people on the technical side of radio and radio production. By Kaya Nqwelo www.Introvert. com
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MUSICIAN Nozwi Maxhegwana is a young woman from Ngqamakhwe in the Eastern Cape. She currently resides in East London where she works. She is a singer, writer and has released a Gospel music album CD and a book called "Be wise you wise man". We had a chance to speak with this young talented and ambitious lady about her career and passion for writing.
Will you please shed some light to us about Nozwi Maxegwana. Who is she and where is she from?
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ozwi Maxegwana is a born again child of God, who comes from a Christian background where music is used as the medium of communication. I am the fifth child of the nine siblings and yes I am a God fearing woman. I was born and raised kwaNomaheya in Ngqamakhwe, a small town in the former Transkei. I am working for an arts organization as a receptionist in East London, apart from that Nozwi is a song writer,
gospel singer, poet, author of a poetry book “Be wise, you wise man�, minister of the word of God and a wonderful MC. What was it like growing up in Ngqamakhwe? Growing up I was just like any other kid though I was raised under a strict hand of my parents. They were instilling in me the Christian values and I was not very interested in this as I saw it hindering my joy until I grew up and started to understand and value their teachings. When Growing up was there any sign that you will one day be an artist?
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Not at all, as I indicated earlier on that I come from a musical background but I hated music. I was forced to sing in Sunday school choir and also at school, huh I did not like music at all. Between writing and Music, which one is your first love? Mhmmm difficult question! I sing what I have written most of the times so separating the two is not easy. I guess I spend more time in music than in writing but I love them both because that is how I communiicate with God and people.
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When and why did you begin writing?
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y mother is a poet and she can write songs, though she never get a chance to disclose her craft, I believe I inherited my writing from her. During my school days my English teacher would choose me to represent my school in unprepared topics but I just did not understand why because I was never a loud student
I started writing in 2007 and this was triggered by working in an art environment. I believe this is a calling for me because it brings harmony and stability in my life. I just cannot imagine my pen dried up.
What inspired you to write your first book "Be wise you wise man? I believe by writing a book you convey a message even to the generations to come. Even if you die your book will continue speaking on your behalf. Nothing beats a written message I believe.
How did you come up with the title? In this walk of life everybody regards him/herself as wise but I notice that in the actual fact the most stupid people are the ones who think of themselves as prudent. They don’t see any reason to acquire more knowledge, I believe that the more knowledge you enquire is the more you become a wise man. Wisdom is not a matter of lip service actually it is the people you live with who can see your wisdom exhibited by your paths and decisions you make.
What is the book all about? Can you share a line or two of your work with us? This is a collection of motivational poems, aiming at reviving even those who happened to be knocked down by life. The honest truth is there are gifts we are born with but not everybody is able to activate and cultivate this inner beauty. When God gave us these unique gifts He wanted us to enjoy life and be the salt in this crooked world. One of my poems is titled Attitude: “Positive attitudes are the foundation of success. Failure is the offspring of negative attitudes. Be careful of what you think; your thoughts may shape your life.”
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Is there a message in your book that you want readers to grasp? Yes there is, I have discovered that so many people are confused, abused, and unaware of their inner beauty. This is the mission to heal the wounded, encourage the discouraged, and revive the dreams of those who have lost hope. The exquisiteness of each and every human soul needs to be poured out to the nations for the benefit of the whole world.
What was the hardest part of writing your book? When I was writing this book my main aim was to reach out not only the Christian community but everybody so I had to strike the balance without compromising my beliefs.
What books have most influenced your life most? The bible wow that’s my favorite book and then Think and Grow rich by Napoleon Hill.
You are also a musician; tell me more about your music and how it all started. As I indicated earlier on that music is flowing in my blood, but I only discovered my love for music in 1999. I became the songwriter and conductor for the church choir, and then I came up with my group called Mission to heal which sung beautifully with reach and unique voices. In the year 2012 I decided to respond to my calling for music but it was only towards the end of 2013 where I went to the studio to record my debut album called Grace. Then I released it towards the end of 2014, I have composed about 70% of this album. I called it Grace because it is the product of the grace of God actually I live by the grace of God, He has been so patient with me showing me the right paths. The response is good and it is receiving airplay form the radio stations. Which one do you think is better, writing a song or writing a book? I think it’s easy to write a song because you just pass the message in your heart at that particular time, but when it comes to the book you have to do some research and gather the information knit it together. www.Introvert. com
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MUSICIAN What have been your greatest achievements so far? To me achievement is when I have managed to minister to souls, when I can see that I was able to penetrate though the audience heart. I have performed music in many functions and shared stage with different artists. Having your songs played on radio is also an achievement. I was also offered a slot in a local radio station to recite my poems, and also a local magazine featured my poems, an international magazine editor chose one of my poems for an editor’s choice slot. Are there any other projects as an artist that you working on? I am busy promoting my music I visit churches and attend functions. Right now I am busy with my Xhosa poetry book which will be published next year and also I busy with the material for my second album which will also be released next year.
Where can one get hold of your book and music/CD?
If you are around East London you can buy my cd at Music mix or place your order on facebook I’m Nozwi-Lenkosi Mavuso Maxegwana, on Instagram: Nozwi Maxegwana I am in that process of taking my music to all the music shops.
My book is available in online stores at www.amazon.com,www.chapters.indigo.ca,boo ks.google.co.za my ISBN: 9781625166180, Title: Be wise, you wise man. By Kaya Nqwelo www.Introvert. com
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PERSONAL GROUND
ON PERSONAL GROUNDS By introvert.com Not everything is for everyone , I mean I don't have to do what others do, go where others like to go, act or believe in what my peers believe in. Most of all I don't thing its compalsary to wear every fashion that's being launched. Unlike others, I really think I don't have to do everything or follow every trend just to fit in. Even if I don't fit in, I will love myself and be comfortable in my own skin wearing whatever I like thank you very much. Almost everywhere you'd see a group of young girls dressed up and there will be that one girl who would not be left un-noticed, you can never miss her out. There is totally nothing wrong with her but she just doesn't feel like she fits in. You can actually see it through her body language.
Believe me you, even her friends will do everything in their power to make her feel like she doesn't belong. Not because she doesn't have good taste when it comes to latest fashion, but because she doesn't prefer the same style as her peers.
She is miss interpreted by others because they never learned to be their own person and when someone does they react negatively. Some react this way because of their insecurities, some because they lack understanding or knowledge on what really is fashion.
This kind of pressure from your peers will sometimes drive you into wearing things that you never thought you'd wear. I really wonder, how is it benefiting you to try to please your friends? I really do not think it is beneficiary, I think it is more uncomfortable than Cinderella’s step sisters trying on her lost shoe.
But following every fashion trend does not make you a fashion guru. These days I noticed that fashionisters in the townships, young or old are gearing up in "Dope" branded items. Be it leggings, hoddies, crop tops, dresses etc., it’s just not so dope if you ask me. To me fashion is not as vital, style is. Yes we take fashionable items and create style out of them, but there is a fine line between the two and most people tend to miss that point out.
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Anyway, you know I bet that girl who feels she doesn't fit in is unique and feels great about her clothes but just because her friends don't feel the same she is forced to keep her head down. To come and think of it, your uniqueness is what sets you apart from others. If you are that girl, take a pause ponder your fashion sense. www.Introvert. com
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We are really blessed to be able to live in the world that through much opportunities at us. In order to enjoy the benefits of these opportunities, we have been given a task to search more information so its up to us to use time wisely. Information is the source or rather the key that either opens or closes the doors depending on how one would relate to the information. Today I got an opportunity to speak to a young, beautiful, sophisticated and very intelligent woman by the name of Kgapiloe Magdeline Lebeko. Her line of work is in insurance and she tells us more about her field of work.
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NO NEED TO WORRY What company do you work for?
What exactly does an insurance claims holder do on a daily basis? I provide advice on making a claim and explain the processes involved to clients; I process new insurance claims notifications; collect accurate information and documents to proceed with a claim; analyze a claim made by a policy maker; guide policyholders on how to proceed with the claim; contact trades people from a network of approved professionals and arranging for them to make repairs on the policyholder’s property. I also monitor the progress of a claim; investigate potential fraudulent claims; identify reasons why full payment may not be made. I ensure fair settlement of a valid claim; build relationships with loss adjusters, forensic accountants and solicitors as well as other legal/claims professionals. It is also my job prescription to ensure that customers are treated fairly and that the customer receives excellent service in accordance with industry and company guidelines; handling any complaints associated www.Introvert. com
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I work for a company called Alternative Commercial Acceptances insurance. What position do you hold in the company? I work as an insurance claims holder. with a claim; involvement in loss adjusting activities and in legal discussions relating to settlement; seeking legal recovery of monies paid out; managing team of claims handlers (at managerial level). Taking responsibility for productivity and profit; adhering to legal requirements, industry regulation and customer quality standards set by the company. What are the challenges within your line of work? The challenges that I am mostly faced with is messing relevant details because at the end I will have to ensure that all conditions of a claim are met so that the claim can be processed and validated. Not being able to pay out insured’s claim because insureds expect us to put them in the same position 3rd ISSUE JUNE 2016
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they were before the claim (which is the first rule of insurance) but if they do not meet the requirements then the claim will be rejected.
How would you encourage the next person to be where you are career wise? Be willing to learn each and every day as claims are not always the same and are handled differently depending on their circumstances and never stop studying, when it comes to insurance one needs to study further and broaden their skills.
Where can one study? You can study at Unisa or go to inseta online and you will find different insurance institutions.
How long does the qualifications take? One can study it as a full degree of 4 years or do yearly courses.
What are the personal traits for this career? You need to be able to pay attention to detail, be a good listener, be a problem solver, be good with numbers and empathize with the clients.
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YOUR CAREER
These skills and the underpinning knowledge that you will have acquired on the way will provide you with a sound basis for employment. We chat to Caylon May a beauty therapist to find out about her and her work. Tell me, who is Caylon May, where is she from? When did your love for the Beauty industry begin?
2. What does your day typically consist of? I normally start with doing the consumable stock list, check the scheduled for appointments for the day and prepare for the clients that are coming in for treatments. 3. What Äąs you favourite part of being a beauty therapist? Making my clients happy is one of my favourite parts of my job. I always try to make them feel comfortable, relaxed and stress free.
4. What Äąs the toughest part of being a beauty therapist? When your clients wants to tell you how do your job which you studied for. And the other thing is that it tends to be difficult to continue with a treatment if they can't make up their minds about what they truly want. www.Introvert. com
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YOUR CAREER 5. Who are some people that have inspired you throughout your career? My mother has inspired me throughout my career. She has been the strong supportive system from the beginning. 6. What is it that sets you apart from other therapist? As a therapist I have my own unique way of doing things. I put my all in everything that I do to make sure that I deliver best service. 7. Which beauty treatments are you loving right now? I’m loving massaging and facials at the moment. 8. Where do you see yourself in 5 years from now? I see myself in 5 years’ time being a well-known therapist and I also want to start my own business. But it is a bit early now to do so as I am trying to find my feet as a therapist. 9. Are there times when you feel you are not in a right career? No, there is no better career I could’ve chosen than this. I believe that God was not going to allow me to if it wasn’t in his plans. 10. Any advice you would lıke to gıve a youngster out there who dreams of becoming beauty therapists? It’s not easy being in the beauty world its hard work, long hours. Find out where your passion lies it can open up many opportunities if you really love what you want to do. Anything is Possible.
Written by: Cylon May
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BEAUTY
Your skin type is determined by how much or how little oil your skin generates.
OILY SKIN
Oily skin is characterized by the grease that remains on the tissue when you wipe. It is also common for a person with oily skin to have a large pores and shiny look.
Things like genes, stress level, hormonal fluctuations, medication and even your skin care routine all determine how much oil your skin produces.
DRY SKIN
HOW TO TELL YOUR SKIN TYPE
This skin type may feel stiff or show and shed flakes of dead skin. It it also associated with small pores. Using moisturizers consistently is important for dry skin.
Skin falls into four types, namely; Normal, oily, dry and combination.
NORMAL SKIN Shows neither oiliness nor flaking. Skin feels elastic and smooth.
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COMBINATION SKIN This is the most common skin type. It exhibits of all three of the above skin types. In most cases, the skin is oily in the T-zone (forehead, nose, chin and the area circling your mouth), and normal to dry elsewhere.
There are two problem categories that your skin may fall under, including sensitive and acne-prone skin:
SENSITIVE SKIN
If you have sensitive skin, your face may get itchy or a rash could form when you use regular skin products.
ACNE-PRONE SKIN If you have acne prone skins look around for good acne products or consult your skin doctor.
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HAIR TREATS
When it comes to taking care of your hair you have a wild range of products to consider. For breaking hair, dry scalp and all types of problems you encounter.
for dry itchy scalp.
for strengthening and repairing your hair.
for repairing broken hair.
Nourishes and re enforces your hair from the roots.
growth stimulating coplex
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repair rescue deep nourishing treatment.
FINANCE
THE MONEY MATTERS When it comes to making decisions about money one needs to be sober minded. Money decisions are important, irrespective of what you do. The discussions you make now about your money can either create a safety net for you and your family or can have your bank account squeaky clean. Sinazo Liwa, a financial adviser from Lingelihle financial advisers, " any kind of income, wherever it’s a full month salary or money you gain from investment it is important to use it wisely and make sure you don't over spend. The money can be used to safeguard your future financially no matter how much you earn."
Investing your money sounds like a good plan. But when you decide on investing look carefully and do your research. You don't want to end up investing in a scheme and end up with nothing. Also do not put all your money in investment, take a potion that you think is fine for you and will not leave you bankrupt. Investing in property or properties is not a bad idea as well. Well that also depends on your capacity to do so, but if you plan right, even though find a professional financial adviser.
Money matters can be very difficult to handle, especially if you like spending a lot. If you do go shopping, think about the dept you getting yourself into. If you paying with cash, ask yourself if you really need the item you about to buy. Make sure that you get your facts straight and not make unnecessary purchases.
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BAKERS / CHIEFS
Maurice Baloyi (38) originaly from Giyani Malamulele is one of the best bakers/chefs in Limpopo. He is based full time in Polokwane Limpopo. He started baking in 2007, when his sister got married. “It is something that I grew with; I can say it’s something in my blood. I don't use a recipe books, I create my own recipes. I bake cakes, biscuits and scorns. You must have a thermo fan stove if you want to enjoy your baking”. Baloyi never got formal education or training in backing. He had loved the kitchen since he was very young. I want to create group Mocca Maurice Catering and next year I want to open my own confectionary restaurant”. For more info contact him on this no 0763021158, 0834551619 and 0738440673.
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BAKERS
TURNED HIS LOVE FOR BAKING INTO BUSINESS Maurice Baloyi (39) originaly from Giyani Malamulele is one of the best bakers/chefs in Limpopo. He is based full time in Polokwane Limpopo. He started baking in 2007, when his sister got married.
“It is something that I grew with; I can say it’s something in my blood. I don't use recipe books, I create my own recipes. I bake cakes, biscuits and scorns. You must have a thermo fan stove if you want to enjoy your baking”. Baloyi never got formal education or training in backing. He had loved the kitchen since he was very young. I want to create group Mocca Maurice Catering and next year I want to open my own confectionary restaurant”.
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UNTIED FOOD
Mpho Abel Marumo I started cooking at my house on Sundays with my mom, cause i loved spending tym with her. She's the one who made me to ended up love cooking and ve persian on it. Then after I've completed my matric , I was working at Markham and also studying Hospitality management at Capital hotel school part time. Completed my degree in 2006. Went to work at the restaurants, lodges and hotels. I started as a junior chef and worked my way up to be head chef in limpopo at one of the best hotel called Fairview hotel 5 star restaurant. Now ive my own restaurant Chicken livers.
Chicken livers Ingredients 100g chicken livers 1/2 onion chopped 3/4 cup tomato & onion mix can 2 chillies chopped Oil to fry Salt&pepper Method Heat oil in a heavy based saucepan over medium heat. Fry onions until is tender Add livers , cook until browned season with salt & pepper. To taste
Add tomato & onion mix, reduce heat to low. Simmer for 2minutes. Serve with prego roll aside
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UNTIED FOOD Beef lasagna Ingredients 250g pcket instant lasagna sheets 1/2fresh grated mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese 1/2cup pouring cream
Meat sauce
1/4freshly grated parmesan
1tbsp olive oil
Cheese sauce
1 onion finely chopper
60g butter or margarine
1 glove garlic crushed
1/2 cup plain flour
500g beef mince
2 cup fresh milk
2x 425g cans tomatoes
1cup fresh grated cheddar cheese
1/4 cup red wine
Aromat to taste
1/2tsp ground oregano 1/2tsp basil Salt&pepper to taste
Method Preheat oven to 180°c Brush a shallow oven proof dish with melted butter or oil, Line with lasagna sheets -(put lasagna sheets in hot water for 1minute each sheet )breaking them to fill any gaps. Set it aside
To make cheese sauce , melt butter in a medium pan. Add flour and sit for 1 minute. Remove fron the heat. Gradually add milk, stirring until mixture is smooth. Return to heat. Cook , stirring constantly over medium heat until sauce boils n thickens. Reduce heat, simmer for 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Add cheese, salt&papper stir well until combined anf set aside
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UNTIED FOOD To make meat sauce, heat oil in a large pan. Add oniond & garlic and dtir over low heat until onion is tender. Add mince . brown well breaking up with a fork as it cooks. Stir in undrained crushed tomatoes , wine, oregano, basil, salt&pepper. Bring to boil. Reduce heat, simmer 20minutes. Spoonone third of the meat sauce over lasagna sheets. Top with one third of the cheese sauce. Arrange a layer of lasagna sheets on top. Continues layering , finishing with lasagna sheets. Sprinkle with combined mozzarella&cheddar cheese. Pour cream over the top. Dprinkle with parmesan. Bake for 35-45 minutes or until bubbling and gold. Serve with 1 slice rye bread n salad
Pavlova's
Ingredients
4 egg whites 1 1/4 cup castor sugar 1tsp vanilla extract 1tspn lemon juice 2 tsp cornstarch 1 pint heavy cream 1 kiwi peeled, strawberries and sliced
Method Preheat oven to 150°c Line a baking sheet with parchment paper Drae a 9inch circle on the parchment paper. In a large bowl, beat egg whites until stiff but not dry. Gradually add in the sugar, about 1tbspn at a tym, beating well after each addition. Beat until thick and glossy. Gently fokd in vanilla extract , lemon juice and cornstarch. Spoon mixture inside the circle drawn on the parchment paper. Working from the center , spread mixture towards the outside edge. Building edge slightly. This should leave a slight depression in the center. Bake for 1hour cool on a wire rack. I a small bowl, beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form, set aside Remove the paper and place meringue on a flat serving plate. Fill the center of the meringue with whipped cream and top with fruits and little granadilla pulp for garnish www.Introvert. com
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BEAUTY Flamboyent Bantu Ndiki on his Journey on
BECOMING a make-up artist Bantu Ndiki was born in 1991 and He is the third born. Like many other kids he had a privilege of being raised by both parents, loving parents. Since from grade 8 he had been studying through bursary as he was one of the whiz kids at school. He recalls himself as a bright quiet school kid when he was growing up. As he growing up he became ambitious, with big dreams. One of the careers he wanted to pursue was Journalism and also dreams of travelling the world, covering big stories "At some point I justified my dream and came to a conclusion that it was all for wrong reasons. I looked in the future and I had to be realistic. I was afraid to pursue the dream. I stated wanting to do cooperate career then I did business studies and I start getting parttime Jobs while studying because of my programme (schedule I set for myself) but as I grew older I realized again I want to be in the limelight". He then enrolled for a fashion designing course at Walter Sisulu University, which was the first step for him to break in the industry he wanted to work in. But because of financial constrains he had to drop out. "I went to work for retail in fashion and make-up but I was still confused and left retail to work for one of the biggest banks in South Africa. At the bank I was doing absolutely wonderful with client services. I also did well in retail I used to get awards and compliments. With the hard work trying to find myself in this world I finally made a decision. It wasn't easy but I decided to follow the make-up artistry career. I now work as a make-up artist for MAC, one of the biggest companies ever. I approached the regional representative and they came down from Cape Town to Interview me and they loved me. Got the job and then started working in March 2015. It's because I am allowed to be mg self and mostly I am the artist that I want to be and I not limited there's growth". With no formal education nor training yet he gets the job he aimed for. He is a brave and intelligent young man if you ask me. All the best to Bantu in all his ventures. www.Introvert. com
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HR
Administrator
CAREER These days there are so many careers one can follow. You don’t have to think really hard about which course you will study, well that is if you know exactly what you want to do. Human resource management (HRM or simply HR) is a function in organizations designed to maximize employee performance of an employer's strategic objectives. HR departments and units in organizations typically undertake a number of activities, including employee recruitment, training and development, performance appraisal, and rewarding (e.g., managing pay and benefit systems). HR is also concerned with industrial relations, that is, the balancing of organizational practices with requirements arising from collective bargaining and from governmental laws. We chat with an HR administrator Tshami Sebola and we got to know more about her work.
Tshami Sebola As an Administrator what do you do on daily basis?
I do the company’s Administration, all the paper work is my responsibility. My primary duty and concern is with the management of people within our organization, focusing on policies and systems. What is challenging about your job? When there are strikes. They really affect our work on daily basis even if one takes work home with her there is just something that will lack. www.Introvert. com
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CAREER How would you encourage the next person to be where you are in terms of career? First by obtaining the relevant qualifications then try by all means to get experience while studying, that way your chances of getting your desired job are high. Let’s say I want to be an HR administrator, where can one study to become an HR administrator? Accredited Universities and colleges locally or internationally. Just choose the one that you feel or have find out that it is better than the other. Do more research about both your course and college/university.
How long does the qualification take?
It takes about 3 to 4 years, depending on the academy your have chosen to study with. In some places the course can be less than 3 years. What are the personal traits for a person in this career? Proper planning, Paying attention to detail, and Interpersonal skill. These are very important if you lack one of them make sure you are covered on the other. When did you start? I started working in 2009 and in September 2014 I joined Denel Vehicle Systems. What makes your job interesting? Interacting with people and constant labor updates which keeps you up to date with the current legislation. What advice would u give our youth in the month of June? Work hard now and reap your rewards later. Be financial wise from an early stage in your working career. www.Introvert. com
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FINANCE
A Newer Method: Pay Yourself First How It Works You may not know this but one of the best saving strategies is to pay yourself first. What this means is that you designate a certain amount of your paycheque as your pay and you pay that money to yourself before you pay your bills or anyone else. This amount can be maybe 10% of your paycheque. It can be any amount that you decide. The important part is that you pay yourself first rather than last. Most people pay all of the bills first and then save anything that might be left over. For most people, that method of saving doesn’t really work because nothing is left over to save.
first priority. The nice thing about this method is if your budget is a little tight, it forces you to make adjustments elsewhere and your savings continue to grow.
Paying yourself first also makes sense. Why are you going to work every day anyway? To earn money for someone else? No way. You go to work to earn money for you and your family. That’s why you should pay yourself first—to make sure that your first priority is taken care of, and that is you. It is not likely that anyone else is going to take care of you because they assume that you are taking care of yourself.
If you pay yourself first, then money will get saved because paying yourself is now your
Pay Yourself Automatically When you pay yourself first, you should set up an automatic way of doing this so that you don’t even have to think about it—it just happens. You can get your employer to deduct a certain amount and put it in your RRSP or you can set up automatic transfers with your bank. You can do that online or at your local branch. Most people who use this method find that they very quickly get used to living on a little less and soon they don’t miss the amount that they are paying themselves in their savings account.
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How to Become a Millionaire—Automatically Another amazing thing about using automatic deductions or transfers to pay yourself first is that you can use it to become a millionaire—automatically. This may sound crazy, but it actually works. If someone automatically had R2000 transferred from each of their biweekly paycheques into their investment account from when they were 25 until they were 65, they would end up with over R1,000,000 if they averaged a 7% rate of return on their investments. So a normal person can become a millionaire automatically without winning the lottery. This plan would require a little more sacrifice than most people are willing to make in their twenties, but it is entirely possible. Now you know how to become a millionaire. If only you were 25 again. The Smartest Method to Save Money: Have a Spending Plan The very best method to saving money is to create a Spending Plan or a Budget (learn how to make a budget). With a budget you figure out what your income is and what your expenses are. Once you know these two things, you can look for ways to reduce your expenses or increase your income to allocate an amount of money that you can afford to save. This is how the world’s largest corporations do it and this is how most of the world’s successful business people do it. This method takes a little bit of work at the beginning and a check-up every year or two, but it works. The secret to this method (if you want to call it that) is to identify what you are spending money on so that you can begin to plan your spending. Once you begin to plan your spending, you will gain control over it and you will be able to plan to spend money on your savings. In other words, you will plan to put money into your savings account. Many people don’t like to plan their spending because it involves a little bit of work (once a year). No one is saying that success will come easily, but this little bit of work will pay off big time in many areas of your finances. We dare you to try it - what have you got to lose?
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Ways to Save Money - How to Do It
Use One Savings Account For some people, keeping things really simple works best. Ideally you should have . . .
An emergency savings account At least one savings account for major purchases A retirement savings account If this is too much for you, get started by simply putting your money into one savings account, and then grow your savings from there.
You can put money aside on a regular basis for a down payment for a house, a car, or for your retirement. To get started, all of this money can go into one account, and it can double as your emergency fund as long as you don’t have “emergencies” on a regular basis.
Use Many Savings Accounts If you find a bank or credit union that offers a free savings account, you can open up several savings accounts. Then every time you get paid, you can put money into each of these accounts for every specific thing that you are saving for. This way you can keep your money safe from accidently being spent, and it will be there when you need it.
These accounts don’t have to be actual bank or credit union savings accounts; they can be high interest accounts, Tax Free Savings Accounts (TFSAs), RRSPs, term deposits, mutual funds, or other investments. Just make sure that you don’t lock up money in a long-term investment that you might need in the short term (learn more about the differences between saving and investing for the short-term versus long-term).
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