As an experienced branding and marketing specialist Donna Rachelson is passionate about empowering entrepreneurs and women. Donna is a guest lecturer at Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) having penned three books. With a wide frame of reference, being a mother and an adventurer, here she generously shares her thoughts with us:
Donna Rachelson, Definition Of Success | Doing what you love in a way that has an incredible impact on society.
I Am Driven By | Making a difference and unleashing people’s potential
My Highlights | Completing my BA Soc Work, Hons (Industrial) and MBA after being told I should go to a Technikon
Funding myself through University
Two firewalks
River-rafting the mighty Zambezi
Having two children
Writing and launching three books
The Difference Between Good and Great | Great is achieving your stretch goals
A Key Talent | Helping people realize their potential
The Characteristics Of Success | Positive outlook. Hard work. Resilience. Gratitude. Assertiveness.
Principles I Live By | Don’t sweat the small stuff. Live each day like it’s the last. Give it your best every time
Critical Skills I Develop | Empathy, negotiation, humility, flexibility, agility and resilience
How I Use My Mind | Continuous learning and challenging the status quo.
Lessons I Have Learnt | Business is a game invented by men – learn the rules and combine that with your strengths.
Don’t take it personally
When you want something – ask, don’t hint
Say it – it doesn’t have to be 100% right
Fake it till you are it.
Dealing With Doubt | Trust yourself
Performing At My Peak | Managing energy, not time
Resources I Use To Stay Inspired | My family, my team, my mentors and inspiring role models
My Future Dreams And Ambitions | Positively impact entrepreneurs and women across Africa
The Meaning Of Life | Live your purpose
The Best Advice I’ve Received | Protect your reputation, your name is everything
Advice On Building Wealth | Take risks and balance your portfolio
On Inspiring Others | Lead by example
I Am Inspired By | God’s magnificence
The Legacy I Would Like To Leave | To have lived a meaningful life that impacts people in a powerful and positive way
Brian Biro can be described as one of today’s most sought-after professional speakers, but he is so much more. He is also a Teambuilding Speaker, a Motivational Speaker, and a Leadership Speaker with the skills, knowledge and experience to truly deliver exceptional results. Companies and organizations who are truly committed to bringing out the best […]
Dr. Adisa A. Alkebulan is an Associate Professor in Africana Studies at San Diego State University. He is also the Director of Study Abroad Programs in the Department of Africana Studies. He takes teams of students and community members to locations all over the world to learn about their histories and cultures as well as […]
Lauren Bush is the CEO, Creative Director, and Co-Founder of FEED Projects, as well as the Chairman of the Board and Co-Founder of the FEED Foundation. Lauren started her work as an Honorary Spokesperson for the World Food Programme (WFP) in 2004, when she helped to launch their Universities Fighting Hunger initiative. In 2008, she […]
Gayathri Ramprasad is the Founder and President of ASHA International a non-profit organization promoting personal, organizational, and community wellness. And, the author of Shadows in the Sun: Healing from Depression and Finding the Light Within. Her successful battle in overcoming life-threatening mental illness and her amazing recovery taught her the power of hope and holistic […]
Matthew Waldman is a New York based artist and designer most prominently known for creating NOOKA Inc. a lab dedicated to exploring universal communication via form, language and fashion. My Definition Of Success | I have a fairly traditional view of success, one based on esteem and stature in one’s field or based on one’s work being […]
Chetan Bhagat is an Indian author, columnist, screenwriter, and speaker. All of his books have remained bestsellers since their release and four have inspired Bollywood films. In 2008, The New York Times called Bhagat “the biggest selling English language novelist in India’s history. Time magazine has named him one of the “100 Most Influential People […]
Kojo Baffoe is best known as at the editor of Destiny Man magazine where he has combined his interest in business, and his a passion for people with his obsession with writing. His prolific writing and creative drive has seen him spread to poetry, blogging and everything else. What I Do | I guess it […]
Jon Boynton-Lee has it all! He is a South African actor, model, television personality and director who shot to fame in 2012 when he entered the Top Billing Dream presenter search and emerged the winner. This was followed up in 2014 when he was named as South Africa’s sexiest man by Cosmopolitan magazine as well […]
These remain the property of its owner and are not affiliated with or endorsed by WeSpeak Global.
Our Mission
© All rights reserved 2025. Created using VOXEL THEME
