Leadership

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Leadership

“My father led so that other people could live, and that freedom would not suffer. He wanted peace for everyone and that’s what I love about my father, he had the glory of the universe inside his heart and discovered the purpose and meaning of being human.”

Dr Mandela subscribes to the idea that people lead change not companies. She is adept at interrogating President Mandela’s style of leadership and how/why it was effective. Fascinated by leadership she is an in demand speaker on the topic especially the concept of Servant Leadership.

Servant leadership is a leadership style that prioritizes the growth, well-being, and empowerment of employees. It aims to foster an inclusive environment that enables everyone in the organization to thrive as their authentic self. Whereas traditional leadership focuses on the success of the company or organization, servant leadership puts employees first to grow the organization through their commitment and engagement. When implemented correctly, servant leadership can help foster trust, accountability, growth, and inclusion in the workplace.

President Mandela: His 8 Lessons of Leadership

  1. Courage is not the absence of fear–it’s inspiring others to move beyond it
  2. Lead from the front–but don’t leave your base behind
  3. Lead from the back–and let others believe they are in front
  4. Know your enemy–and learn about his favourite sport
  5. Keep your friends close–and your rivals even closer
  6. Appearances matter–and remember to smile
  7. Nothing is black or white
  8. Quitting is leading too

Proven event structures

All events are bespoke, but the below provides a steer on how clients often engage her for maximum effect.

Example 1

  • Pre event briefing call with Dr Mandela
  • Stage session (approx. 1hr)
  • Private introduction to senior staff
  • Group photo
  • Finish

Example 2

  • Pre event briefing call with Dr Mandela
  • Drinks reception
  • Stage session (approx. 1hr)
  • Meal
  • Finish

Example 3

  • Pre event briefing call with Dr Mandela
  • Stage session (approx. 1hr)
  • Book signing session
  • Finish

Example 4

  • Pre event briefing call with Dr Mandela
  • 1hr Q&A session with e.g. partner charity/school (morning)
  • Stage session (approx. 1hr) (afternoon or evening)
  • Book signing session
  • Finish

Awareness & National Days Calendar

Martin Luther King Day

16th January

Ethnic Equality Month (US)

February

Black History Month (North America)

February

World day of Social Justice

20th February

International Women’s Day

8th March

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

21st March

Women’s History Month

March

Juneteenth

19th June

International Nelson Mandela Day

18th July

International Day of Peace

21st September

Black History Month (UK)

October

Global Diversity Month

October

International Day for the Abolition of Slavery

2nd December

International Human Rights Day

10th December

Dr Mandela on...

What people are saying

‘Inspiring and also very actionable steps for all of us!’

‘Powerful examples of leadership, Dr Mandela. Thank you’

‘Powerful. Passionate. Thoughtful. Real’

‘There’s real fire and a call to action in the way that she talks’