An interesting part of unpacking client strategies is exploring the foundations off which decisions are made. Yes, we manage money, but money is managed by humans, and so most of our work involves helping people understand why they make certain decisions, and how those decisions are helping or hurting them.
Read MoreThe last few days here have been a complete blur. From what seemed like small and scattered opportunistic looting, to truly tragic events over the days that followed. These are my observations and thoughts on the fear and the welling of hope that I am seeing in my hometown of Westville
Read MoreEach fresh serving of rolling blackouts triggers the same reflex. It’s upsetting. We can feel our confidence in South Africa’s leadership reverse just a little bit more. We’re into year 14 of this now with no short-term end in sight. So where does this leave us?
Read MoreF&A is a huge part of who I am, in the sense that: it is me trying to take the model answer/s I believe in and build them outside of myself, beyond all boundaries, so that they may survive me. I have worked hard to have the business reflect 2 core values I believe to be non-negotiable…
Read MoreFollowing the markets bottoming a year ago, circa 23 March 2020, many of us were deeply unsettled. Happily, the recovery has been superb, with double digit returns on all portfolios up to 31 March 2021.
Read MoreA year ago, SA had announced its first COVID-19 cases, and by all accounts was gearing up to a response as it came to terms with a rapid spreading pandemic. Who knew what to expect?! This is how we handled this last year for our clients, and our business.
Read MoreThe second COVID wave in SA is swiftly reducing. Although there are mixed reports around South Africa’s acquisition and speed of distribution of the vaccine, it seems probable that this year should see a gradual return to normal. Globally, in jurisdictions with more rapid vaccine rollouts, this should be even quicker.
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