Driving Your Business Forward With Purpose

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Gerold Joubert, CEO of Auxanō 7, talks to Rudolf Rautenbach about the intricate relationship between leadership and business growth. They discuss how effective and purposeful leadership is crucial for fostering growth within organizations, emphasizing that true growth extends beyond financial metrics to include the development of people and the overall health of the organization.

Gerold also shares insights on a holistic approach to leadership, the significance of having a clear purpose, and how his experiences as a pastor shapes his business philosophy. The conversation touches on the challenges and risks associated with entrepreneurship, highlighting the importance of calculated risk-taking in achieving success, mentorship and investing in young talent.

Navigating introversion in leadership roles and building transformative relationships all contribute to the vision behind the company, and podcasting is seen as a powerful tool for growth and knowledge sharing. Finally Gerold also reflects on the challenges and rewards of being in the right place for personal and professional development.

Connect with Gerold Joubert here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/geroldjoubert7/
Chapters
  • 00:00 Preview and Introduction
  • 03:05 Defining Business Growth Beyond Financials
  • 05:28 The Holistic Approach to Leadership
  • 11:06 The Importance of Purpose in Leadership
  • 14:26 Balancing Pastoral Work and Business
  • 17:11 The Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneurship
  • 21:04 Navigating Risk and Reward in Business
  • 25:19 The Journey of Business Success
  • 26:14 Investing in Young Talent
  • 28:58 Transformative Relationships in the Workplace
  • 31:44 Navigating Introversion in Leadership
  • 40:27 The Vision Behind Auxanō 7
  • 43:44 The Power of Podcasting
  • 48:04 Finding Your Right Place
27 Jan English South Africa Business · Careers

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