The World Around Me
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The white cube with the full story: How a simple object captured a creative organisation’s soul
The narrative illustrates how a simple white exhibition plinth symbolizes the essence of an independent art gallery. It represents support, adaptability, intentional space-making, and collective creativity. This understated object reminds us that impactful stories often emerge from ordinary things, underscoring… Continue reading
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Planting Seeds, Growing Skills: My Not-So-Linear Path Into Digital Strategy
While I was originally not inclined towards technology, I’ve realized the interconnectedness of digital tools and strategic thinking. My focus is now on building skills and understanding systems rather than pursuing formal titles. My goal is to create meaningful digital… Continue reading
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When the Message Gets Muddled: How Gossip Happens (and What Good Teams Do About It)
The article discusses the impact of informal communication within organizations, likening it to the telephone game where messages can become distorted. It offers strategies to maintain message clarity, such as providing context in communications, utilizing various channels consistently, and fostering… Continue reading
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When hackers come for your cloud: How one phishing email can undo everything
The post highlights the deceptive nature of phishing attacks in cloud environments, emphasizing their effectiveness due to human vulnerabilities rather than technological flaws. It outlines strategies for IS managers to enhance security, such as implementing two-factor authentication, using passwordless logins,… Continue reading
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In the name of Instagram
The pursuit of a picture-perfect life on platforms like Instagram can lead to anxiety and distorted perceptions. While curated images attract likes, they can damage real-life connections and mental health. The pressure to maintain an idealized image often overshadows authentic… Continue reading
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My resume’s on the menu (and I didn’t even get a free drink)
So there I was, drinking my chamomile tea and idly Googling myself (don’t judge), when I stumbled upon a headline that made my throat go dry: “LinkedIn data breach affects 700 million users.” That’s… almost everyone on LinkedIn. Including me.… Continue reading
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Spotted: A mouse with a masterplan (and a ton of my data)
I went down a rabbit hole about theme parks and data, and now I can’t stop thinking about churros, facial recognition, and how apps know my favorite Disney character. This post explores how companies blend behavior tracking with magical experiences—and… Continue reading
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How I booked a trip in my pajamas (and why M-Commerce is reshaping everything)
Shopping doesn’t start at checkout anymore—it starts on your phone, between sips of tea and saved reels. In this Brokebella-style reflection, I unpack how m-commerce has quietly taken over my life, making travel bookings, skincare restocks, and last-minute gifts feel… Continue reading
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A city designed for hustle: Joburg’s unspoken economy
This city is selling you something—are you buying it? Hackley’s discussion on psychogeography made me realize that Joburg isn’t just a city you live in. It’s a city that actively sells you an experience. Whether through its malls, taxi ranks,… Continue reading
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Memories that Tear you Open
Originally posted on Memory Bank: “Memories are bullets. Some whizz by and only spook you. Others tear you open and leave you in pieces.” Richard Kadrey,?Kill the Dead Recounting memories can be an arduous task. You are awash with either… Continue reading
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