We live in a world that idolizes successful individual, but what do we really know about them, what makes them do the things they do or whether it is life profitable? Every week, Adii Pienaar hosts a conversation with an individual who is manifesting their uniqueness in this world with the things they create (whether that is entrepreneurship, art, writing, music or any other craft). The conversations curiously explore topics that relate to identity, values, labels, purpose, meaning and success.
In this episode Adii and Tshepo discuss how growing up in South Africa and where you get an education can greatly affect your worldview; expanding Silicon Valley ambitions beyond San Francisco; and the concept of going big and going home.
In this episode, Adii and Sara talk about raising millions of dollars and transforming the childcare market with Winnie, early ambitions and adjusting to change, and creating a work/family life balance.
In this episode, Adii and Tim discuss getting started in design, evolving into a team player, unfair moments of opportunity, leaving space for others, and setting an example for children through work/life decisions.
Marie Prokopets is the co-founder of tech start-up FYI and recent recipient of Product Hunt’s Golden Kitty Maker of the Year award. In this episode Adii and Marie discuss making career changes, keeping a student mindset, taking risks, and the habits and attitudes necessary for success.
Eliot Peper is the author of nine novels. In his writing, he bends and blends traditional genres to explore the intersection of technology and culture. In this episode, we discuss the intersection of Eliot’s roles and storytelling, how forgetting can be a superpower, and the importance of labels.