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11/01/2024

Blunder #78 | They Said I was Crazy to Quit My Job | Thato Shadrack

Thato's story is a rollercoaster ride, one fuelled by both ambition and some blunders. He swapped chalkboards for skyscrapers, defying family doubts and forging his own path.

But navigating the cutthroat world of real estate demanded more than just grit. Overconfidence reared its ugly head, tempting him to deviate from his long-term plans. This detour landed him in a financial quagmire, stress spiralled into depression, and the whispers of public stigma stung.

Yet, Thato's story isn't about the stumble, it's about the remarkable comeback.

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Thato's story is a rollercoaster ride, one fuelled by both ambition and some blunders. He swapped chalkboards for skyscrapers, defying family doubts and forg...

04/01/2024

Blunder #76 | Alexandra Event Summary | 24 November 2023

In the heart of Alexandra, nestled amidst the hustle and bustle, erupted a day of epic proportions! My Biggest Blunders - Alexandra wasn't your regular, stuffy business conference. No, this was a raw, unapologetic bonfire of entrepreneurial confessions, where young entrepreneurs traded war stories like seasoned warriors. Asset structuring? More like asset dis-aster-ing! Business models? Think Jenga towers built on banana peels! These entrepreneurs weren't afraid to bare their entrepreneurial scars, bleeding stories of bad decisions, financial flubs, and near-death experiences in the business jungle. But wait, there's more! From the ashes of these blunders rose phoenixes of wisdom. Each cringe-worthy blunder was dissected, analysed, and transformed into glittering nuggets of business gold.

To all of you who joined us, thank you so much for being there and making it an unforgettable experience. We're just getting started. Keep your calendars marked, because, the next event is going to be nothing short of mind-blowing. We can't wait to see you all there, and let's continue this journey of learning and growing together.

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In the heart of Alexandra, nestled amidst the hustle and bustle, erupted a day of epic proportions! My Biggest Blunders - Alexandra wasn't your regular, stuf...

02/01/2024

My Biggest Blunders | Failing Forward

Started in 2020 My Biggest Blunders is a movement as well as a series of events that share personal accounts of entrepreneurial or professional failures. We ask four or five entrepreneurs to disclose their own professional mistakes in front of a room full of strangers.

This platform helps everyone learn from one another's experiences. We share all of the stories of the businesses that fail, the partnership deals that didn't work out, and the products that have to be recalled because of safety concerns.

My Biggest Blunders is a safe place for people to publicly discuss their business mistakes, blunders, and failures. As a result, My Biggest Blunders is an innovative approach to handling failure. The goal is to look at failure as a teaching opportunity.

Changing the way we view failure and the story that surrounds it is part of our ongoing effort to build a more innovative and healthy entrepreneurial ecosystem. The goal is to fail forward.

Started in 2020 My Biggest Blunders is a movement as well as a series of events that share personal accounts of entrepreneurial or professional failures. We ...

01/01/2024

Blunder #75 | Escaping Crisis? Buckle Up, Another One's Waiting | Momp L. Mogobe

In this compelling talk, Rre Mogobe delves into the unexpected turn of events that transpired during a seemingly routine family errand, ultimately plunging him into a harrowing ordeal.

Rre Mogobe highlights the intricate interplay between personal and professional spheres, emphasising the message that crises are an inherent facet of life.

In this compelling talk, Rre Mogobe delves into the unexpected turn of events that transpired during a seemingly routine family errand, ultimately plunging h...

30/12/2023

My Reading List of 2023

This year was tough, I would have loved to read more books but work was more burdensome and reading time was very limited.

I still believe books are the theatre of the mind. For me reading books, especially diverse topics is like having a front row seat to a TED conference with experts sharing their work with passion and zeal.

While time may be limited, the value of reading in expanding one’s knowledge and gaining diverse perspectives is immeasurable.

Here is my 2023 reading list:

This year was tough, I would have loved to read more books but work was more burdensome and reading time was very limited. I still believe books are the theatre of the mind. For me reading books, e…

27/12/2023

Blunder #74 | Money is a Jealous Lover | Sibusiso Molimi

For many startup entrepreneurs, a financial windfall can be a double-edged sword. While money floods in, the drive to hustle and build the business can easily shift to an intoxicating desire for instant gratification.

In his talk, Sbu lays bare the dark side of this dynamic, sharing his own story of how chasing an extravagant lifestyle led to financial ruin.

For many startup entrepreneurs, a financial windfall can be a double-edged sword. While money floods in, the drive to hustle and build the business can easil...

24/12/2023

Happy Holidays and a Prosperous 2024!

21/12/2023

Blunder #73 | From Heartache to Headache: How Unresolved Emotions can Sabotage You | Patricia Nkwane​

When you don't address emotional traumas, they might sneak up on you and sabotage your business. Emotional traumas effect the type of decisions you make, individuals you attract, and ultimately undermines your own success. In this talk, Patricia discusses how she struggled with personal emotional issues and how this affected her entrepreneurial joiurney.

This talk was recorded at My Biggest Blunders | Gaborone. The event was independently organised and curated by My Biggest Blunders team in Gaborone, Botswana.

When you don't address emotional traumas, they might sneak up on you and sabotage your business. Emotional traumas effect the type of decisions you make, ind...

19/12/2023

Blunder #72 | From Corner Office to Chaos, the Dangers of Trusting Too Much | Mo She​ Seloko

In this juicy exposé, Moshe spills the beans on his journey from living the high-flying executive life to a dramatic corporate exit, complete with security guards ushering him out of the building. Brace yourself for the rollercoaster that became his life post the executive days. It's a cautionary story about trust, or as Moshe learned the hard way, the dangers of trusting too much. Get ready for a wild ride as Moshe shares untold stories, events, and incidents he's kept under wraps until now.

This talk was recorded at My Biggest Blunders | Gaborone. The event was independently organised and curated by My Biggest Blunders team in Gaborone, Botswana.

In this juicy exposé, Moshe spills the beans on his journey from living the high-flying executive life to a dramatic corporate exit, complete with security g...

17/12/2023

Performance #71 | Wa Neng Le Neng | Phindile The SoulProvider [feat Deo Katembo] https://youtu.be/YLcczEIpr5M?si=GqrbYyPyKaYRIubj via

In the rhythm of life, where beats blend seamlessly with the pulse of existence, Phindile Nqana, the SoulProvider, takes centre stage alongside the rhythmic ...

14/12/2023

Blunder #70 | Confessions of a Serial Entrepreneur | Mphata Makakase

Running multiple businesses isn't for the faint of heart. Mphata knows this firsthand. From cash flow woes to the siren song of the solopreneur trap, she's faced her fair share of entrepreneurial blunders. But instead of dwelling on the blunders, Mphata uses them as fuel for growth.

This fireside chat isn't just about the blunders, it's a testament to the transformative power of entrepreneurship. Mphata shares how pushing past perceived limitations and embracing the unexpected challenges forged her into a stronger, more adaptable entrepreneur.

Running multiple businesses isn't for the faint of heart. Mphata knows this firsthand. From cash flow woes to the siren song of the solopreneur trap, she's f...

12/12/2023

Blunder #69 | When academia shut the door behind you | Reabetswe Molapo​

Experiencing academic and financial exclusion from a tertiary institution and having to embark on a journey of restarting one's educational path can lead one to question their academic aptitude, self confidence and self worth. In this deeply personal talk, Rea takes us through her emotional journey, narrating the transition from being a motivated and ambitious young individual to facing exclusion from university and the subsequent process of rebuilding her academic path from the ground up. When academia said 'No', she found her 'Yes' in starting over.

Experiencing academic and financial exclusion from a tertiary institution and having to embark on a journey of restarting one's educational path can lead one...

08/12/2023

The Empathy Scoreboard

The world doesn’t need another Forbes list packed with people who have more money than they know what to do with.

The real game-changer, the metric that matters is: how many lives have we rescued from the abyss of poverty?

Success isn’t about swimming in pools of gold coins, it’s about pulling others out of the quicksand of economic despair.

The world doesn’t need another Forbes list packed with people who have more money than they know what to do with. The real game-changer, the metric that matters is: how many lives have we res…

07/12/2023

Blunder #67 | From Kitchen Dreams to Business Realities | Monwabisi [Bisi] Thethe

In this compelling talk, Monwabisi opens up about the difficulties of running a restaurant business, providing priceless insights into the subtleties of human connection with customers, cash flow struggles and systems and processes.

He reveals the genuine and difficult obstacles he overcame, and the priceless wisdom he gained from his experiences.

In this compelling talk, Monwabisi opens up about the difficulties of running a restaurant business, providing priceless insights into the subtleties of huma...

05/12/2023

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30/11/2023

Blunder #65 | Crash, Burn, Rise - The ups and downs of entrepreneurship | Tshepo Epaphrus Maphepha

Tshepo is a storyteller of note. In this captivating talk, Tshepo shares his entrepreneurial journey, spanning from his early days in the family business to his enterprising endeavours in school and the business blunder he encountered while managing a school feeding scheme program.

This talk is not just about the bumps in the road, it's a symphony of resilience and adaptability. Tshepo throws open the curtains on the universal truth, blunders are part and parcel of the entrepreneurial game. Whether you've got business running through your veins or you're a startup in the game, blunders are coming. It's how you dance through them that counts.

Tshepo is a storyteller of note. In this captivating talk, Tshepo shares his entrepreneurial journey, spanning from his early days in the family business to ...

28/11/2023

Blunder #64 | When dreams of entrepreneurship turn into a nightmare | Mpho Ama Mohapi

Once a successful young engineer, Mpho's entrepreneurial journey took a harrowing turn, leading to financial ruin and a period of self-doubt. Driven by a des...

27/11/2023

Blunder #35 | What happens when you don't plan well | Tswelelo Piet Mash*ta​

What seems like a straightforward solution on paper may prove to be a major hassle when put into practice. In this talk, Tswelelo shares his entrepreneur journey of the difficulties he encountered while putting into practice what appeared like a simple solution to a major problem in his community.

What seems like a straightforward solution on paper may prove to be a major hassle when put into practice. In this talk, Tswelelo shares his entrepreneur jou...

25/11/2023

Blunder #63 | Shoma, O Motho Ka Batho, and Ma Modiegi | Ntshikiwane Raphesu

Ntsikwane, a talented artist hailing from Polokwane, South Africa, captivates audiences with her soulful performances. She showcased her musical prowess by delivering three poignant songs, each perfectly suited for the occasion.

The first song, "Shoma," meaning Work, resonates with the essence of dedication and perseverance. Ntsikwane's emotive rendition of this piece sets the tone for an event that celebrates hard work and determination.

Her second performance features the song "O Motho Ka Batho," translating to "A person is a person through other people." Through this composition, Ntsikwane delves into the interconnectedness of humanity, emphasising the significance of relationships and mutual support in shaping individual identity.

In a heartfelt tribute to her mentor Selaelo Selota, Ntsikwane pays homage with a soul-stirring rendition of his song "Ma Modiegi." This homage highlights the influence and inspiration she draws from those who have paved the way before her.

Ntsikwane, a talented artist hailing from Polokwane, South Africa, captivates audiences with her soulful performances. She showcased her musical prowess by d...

20/11/2023

Blunder #62 | Polokwane | Event Summary | 18 November 2023

My Biggest Blunders event in Polokwane was an absolute tour de force! The Polokwane performance of My Biggest Blunders was brilliant. An entire galaxy of courageous entrepreneurs took front stage and spoke frankly about their experiences with failure. The audience, a colourful tapestry of curious minds, asked a series of pointed, pinpoint questions. Polokwane Stadium served as a real coliseum of creativity, with the humming of collective genius resonating throughout the hallowed halls.

My Biggest Blunders event in Polokwane was an absolute tour de force! The Polokwane performance of My Biggest Blunders was brilliant. An entire galaxy of cou...

18/11/2023

Blunder #61 | Global Entrepreneurship Week | 19 November 2023
Date: Sunday, 19 November 2023
Time: 14:00
Venue: My Biggest Blunders YouTube Channel

Buckle up, because today, November 19, 2023, we're live-streaming and sharing stories of a squad of 9 speakers, battle-hardened entrepreneurs who are going t...

16/11/2023

Blunder #60 | Global Entrepreneurship Week 2023 Promo Video | 19 November 2023

Buckle up because this Sunday, 19 November 2023 from 14:00, we bring you some entrepreneurs to spill the beans on their biggest entrepreneurial blunders. These stories weren't just your run-of-the-mill mistakes. We're talking amazing, emotional rollercoasters that'll make you question your entrepreneurship choices. Shocking stories? Yes, but also, incredibly inspiring. Stay tuned, because you won't want to miss this.

Buckle up because this Sunday, 19 November 2023 from 14:00, we bring you some entrepreneurs to spill the beans on their biggest entrepreneurial blunders. The...

15/11/2023

My Biggest Blunders - Polokwane | 18 Nov | 10:00 | New Peter Mokaba, Polokwane

My Biggest Blunders - Global Entrepreneurship Week | 19 Nov | 14:00 | YouTube [Subscribe to My Biggest Blunders Channel

My Biggest Blunders - Alexandra | 24 Nov | 10:00 | Safe Hub - Alexandra

07/11/2023

Blunder #59 | Spilling the beans on their business blunders | Kagiso A Leshaba and Tiisetso Maloma

In this fireside chat, we don't sugarcoat the harsh realities of being an entrepreneur. We rip the band-aid off and delve into the gory details of Kagiso and Tiisetso's business blunders. We talk about Kagiso's rookie mistakes when he made the leap from full-time employment to the unpredictable world of startups. And we dissect Tiisetso's business deal gone south, uncovering what went wrong and what he could have done differently.

In this fireside chat, we don't sugarcoat the harsh realities of being an entrepreneur. We rip the band-aid off and delve into the gory details of Kagiso and...

07/11/2023

Blunder #50 | A series of entrepreneurship blunders | Lebogang Mokubela​

In this captivating fireside chat with Antoinette, Lebogang talks about how his path to entrepreneurship has been full of challenges. He authentically shares how in his early startup days he struggled with managing business finances and how lost money due of badly planned events. He courageously talks about the emotional burden that comes with business blunders. What comes out of this fireside chat is nothing short of remarkable.

In this captivating fireside chat with Antoinette, Lebogang talks about how his path to entrepreneurship has been full of challenges. He authentically shares...

01/11/2023

9 years of The StartUp Revolution: Fit In or Stand Out

Today, nine years ago, I embarked on a courageous journey, of launching my very first book: “The StartUp Revolution: Fit In or Stand Out.”

Oh, how the skeptics and naysayers surrounded me, whispering that I was a bit delusional. Well, let me tell you, some of them still do, and you know what? That’s perfectly fine.

I birthed it into the world on November 1, 2014, and oh, how those days seem like a different lifetime altogether.

Today, nine years ago, I embarked on a courageous journey, of launching my very first book: “The StartUp Revolution: Fit In or Stand Out.” Oh, how the skeptics and naysayers surrounded …

31/10/2023

More than just words

Taking a number [any number] and adding 20% and then subtracting 20% from that sum does not give you the original number. Sometimes some damages done leave an indelible mark, even when you try to u…