It's Lekker To Connect South African Business Owners
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Renier Lombard, co-founder of The Lekker Network, talks to John Watson about the journey of launching a global movement that connects South Africans across the world.
Renier shares insights from launching the network, and the unique spirit of South Africans, to the importance of building in public. He discusses the role of using 5 ambassadors to establish credibility and the strategic approach to membership that fosters a community of problem solvers. The conversation emphasizes the potential for South Africans to thrive internationally and the value of collaboration and support within the community.
Renier and John also discuss the importance of building relationships over chasing transactions in networking, particularly within the South African context. They emphasize the value of genuine connections, the role of co-founders in creating a supportive ecosystem, and the transition from virtual to physical networking events. The discussion also highlights the potential of South Africans abroad to contribute to the local economy and the unique value proposition of The Lekker Network, which aims to foster a community of support and collaboration among its members.
If you believe in the power of South Africans supporting each other, this episode is a must-watch!
Join The Lekker Network:
https://thelekkernetwork.co.za/
Connect with Renier Lombard on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/renier-lombard-digital-animal/
#therightplacepodcast #thelekkernetwork #southafrica
Renier Lombard, co-founder of The Lekker Network, talks to John Watson about the journey of launching a global movement that connects South Africans across the world.
Renier shares insights from launching the network, and the unique spirit of South Africans, to the importance of building in public. He discusses the role of using 5 ambassadors to establish credibility and the strategic approach to membership that fosters a community of problem solvers. The conversation emphasizes the potential for South Africans to thrive internationally and the value of collaboration and support within the community.
Renier and John also discuss the importance of building relationships over chasing transactions in networking, particularly within the South African context. They emphasize the value of genuine connections, the role of co-founders in creating a supportive ecosystem, and the transition from virtual to physical networking events. The discussion also highlights the potential of South Africans abroad to contribute to the local economy and the unique value proposition of The Lekker Network, which aims to foster a community of support and collaboration among its members.
If you believe in the power of South Africans supporting each other, this episode is a must-watch!
Join The Lekker Network:
https://thelekkernetwork.co.za/
Connect with Renier Lombard on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/renier-lombard-digital-animal/
#therightplacepodcast #thelekkernetwork #southafrica
Chapters
- 00:00 Preview And Introduction
- 01:55 Building Up To The Big Launch on 14 March
- 04:26 The Unique South African Spirit And Global Opportunities
- 06:10 Building in Public: The Power of Community Engagement
- 10:03 Don't Ask For Permission, Just Do It!
- 12:15 The Culmination Of A Decade Of Work & Relationships
- 15:34 The Role of Ambassadors And Building Credibility Early
- 17:17 Using Crowdsource Funding To Kickstart
- 19:48 Being Strategic With Founding Memberships
- 22:19 Building Relationships Over Transactions
- 25:35 The Role of Co-Founders In The Ecosystem
- 28:20 Moving From Virtual to Physical Networking Events
- 32:12 Engaging South Africans Abroad To Help At Home
- 34:20 The Value Proposition of the Lekker Network
- 39:32 The Lekker Network Is My Right Place
