is the Transformation Manager at BDO South Africa. She has a holistic and unique perspective of a Transforming South Africa, which stems from her current position and her tenure as a B-BBEE Consulting Analyst. Her insight from playing the role of both the client and the consultant, has given her an inimitable perspective on a Transforming South Africa. Transformation Manager – A Job with Many Hats New to many organisational organograms are titles such as Transformation Manager, Transformation Specialist
Nowadays, when there are so many ways to communicate, transportation and financial flows, the world is rapidly shrinking. International trade is booming. Since 1969, the number of multinational corporations in the world’s 14 richest countries has more than tripled from 7000 to 24000. International market is always so tempting. Many companies who are having struggles and difficulties at domestic market are being lured by the bright lights of globalization. Brands or products which originating from
The process of weaving and creating Cordilleran textiles and crafting weapons requires the maker to have cultural knowledge of the different ethnic groups and their respective traditions. It is important that the person is aware of the prevailing cultural values that the Igorot people relate with their forms of clothing and adornments. To provide examples, in the Kalinga, the creation of textiles are unique in for the use of seashells woven onto the cloth; as with the Bontoc in Mountain Province
Introduction Globalization is a current heating topic in global politics. It is a term echoing in the world of economics as it promises new doors and endless creative opportunities when embraced. However, amidst its praise and recommendation, globalization carries proper weight on its downside. It is important to put both aspects to light and through a brainstorming session, a viable solution can arrive, otherwise, an alternative solution to both parties. The term globalization defines an increased
Seeing Public Space Through Rose-Colored Glasses secondary “Public Space” is a broad term that has evolved over time. Traditionally, the term has meant a shared space in which people come together. They have the freedom to create an experience uninfluenced by commercial interests or other authorities (Hauben). However, in recent decades, the definition of public space has been changed by America’s increasingly consumerist society. These places lose their “publicness”, and many people are unaware
Change and transformation in Beowulf While reading “Beowulf”, transformation and change stood out to me the most. Beowulf transforms from a warrior to a great King involving far more than his physical courage. His transformation is portrayed through three separate and very difficult conflicts: Grendel, Grendel's mother, and the dragon. Each shows an obvious change between Beowulf's heroism as a young warrior and his heroism as a mature, reliable king. His defeat of Grendel and Grendel's mother
is one that has been told throughout many generations. For hundreds of years Beowulf was only passed down orally and into the hands of the next generation. During this time, transformation of their society occurred. The Anglo-Saxons slowly left their pagan views behind and began accepting Christian beliefs. This transformation brought different religious elements into Beowulf. Beowulf critics have attempted to decipher these elements and decide which is more prominent. The articles, “Goldgyfan or
There are many people that are categorized by society as heroes. A hero is not defined by a certain title that “says” they are great, but by the way in which they present themselves and the physical actions they carry out. Beowulf's character embodies the sole significance of showing how a true hero is to be. Not only was Beowulf a victorious warrior, he developed a divine method in which he carried out his duties. He is significantly different than any other character one could compare to him because
Beowulf Versus Siddhartha: Who is the True Hero? All event's in a hero's journey culminate into one point when he gains either new knowledge or power that facilitates his transition into a higher status. This so-called “apotheosis” typically occurs before the hero's final task and enables him to achieves feats that he would otherwise be incapable of. In the novel Siddhartha by Herman Hesse and the epic poem Beowulf translated by Seamus Heaney, both protagonists in the stories undergo significant
The idea of a hero has fascinated readers for as long as time could document. That an average human could selflessly risk their life in order to protect the so-called “little people”, all whilst adventuring onto treacherous and mystical lands, battling mythological monsters, fighting ruthless villains, and even finding love along the way has kept readers on the edge of their seats for centuries. But as time passes, so does the outlook of the typical person, causing the ideology of what creates the