The Dylan Kohlstadt Show

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  The Truth About South Africa's Economy – Freddie Mitchell, Chief Economist at Aluma Capital 11.09.2026 26λ

  What's really happening to the South African economy – and what businesses must do now. Dylan Kohlstadt sits down with Freddie Mitchell, Chief Economist at Aluma Capital, for an unfiltered look at the economic forces shaping South Africa in 2025 and beyond. Freddie has advised government, worked inside SARS, and spent years analysing what drives (and stalls) economic growth. In this episode, he breaks down what business leaders in industrial, manufacturing, and capital-intensive sectors nee...
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  Why Peter Shankman Says His "Broken Brain" Is His Biggest Business Asset 07.09.2026 23λ

  Peter Shankman only has two speeds: namaste, and out the door before you can stop him. As founder of Help A Reporter Out, a six-time bestselling author, and a leading voice on neurodiversity in the workplace, he's built an entire system around a brain that never idles. Dylan sits down with Peter to unpack the life rules, the environments he engineers to kill decision fatigue, and the discipline behind writing a bestseller on two flights to Tokyo. In this episode: – The "life rules" that rem...
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  Why Your Agency Is Losing Deals (And How to Fix It) | Gordon Henry 31.08.2026 19λ

  Gordon Henry spent years on the other side of the table – as a procurement manager deciding which agencies made the cut and which didn't. Now, as co-founder of IAN (Independent Agency Network), he's using that insider knowledge to help independent agencies stop underselling themselves, compete with the global giants, and finally take their seat at the table. Shift ONE is a proud member of IAN, and in this episode Dylan sits down with Gordon to talk about what's really holding agencies back –...
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  How to Build a Positive Workplace | Andre du Toit on Optimism, Leadership & Business 31.08.2026 35λ

  In this episode of The DK Show, Dylan Kohlstadt, CEO of Shift ONE, sits down with Andre du Toit, “The Big Positive Guy,” for a powerful conversation about optimism, leadership, workplace culture, and building a better future. Andre shares why optimism isn’t about blindly believing that everything will be okay. It’s about believing that tomorrow can be better than today and having an action plan to make it happen. They explore how business owners and leaders can help their teams stay motivat...
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  From Zero Cash to Top Rated App | Join Dylan Kohlstadt and ProfileMe CEO, Rizanne 28.07.2026 22λ

  Rizanne, CEO and Founder of ProfileMe, joins The DK Show to unpack how professionals can get the digital version of themselves into their clients' pockets, making a great first impression, building trust faster, and staying top of mind. ProfileMe is South Africa's #1 client engagement tool, giving professionals one link to share everything clients need to do business with them: contact details, social profiles, booking links, and more. No designer, no developer, no big budget required. In t...
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  Ask the Stupid Questions: Building a Sales Career from Scratch | Jacky Rossouw 14.04.2026 28λ

  From receptionist to Sales Director and Board Member at Lecico South Africa, Jacky Rossouw shares her 23-year journey of grit, learning, and relentless relationship-building across Africa. In this episode, we cover: -How Jacky went from unemployed to her first big break and used it as a launchpad for her career - Why a learning mindset (not just hard work) was the real driver behind her growth into a sales leadership role - The power of asking “stupid” questions and never pre...
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  Why Digital and AI Transformations Fail | Jay Tikam 23.02.2026 21λ

  Why Digital and AI Transformations Fail "Digital transformation isn't just about adopting the latest technology," says Jay Tikam, founder of Vedanvi. In this insightful podcast, Jay shares his expert take on why 70% of digital and AI transformations fail and how businesses can avoid common pitfalls. In our conversation, Jay explains the critical difference between a "technology first" and a "transformation first" mindset. He unveils his "Transform Digital" model, a stakeholder-driven approach...
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  B2B Leaders Series: Marketing to Engineers 11.12.2025 56λ

  Marketing to engineers is not the same as marketing to general B2B buyers. In this Marketing to Engineers webinar, Shift ONE’s CEO Dylan Kohlstädt unpacks exactly how technical buyers think, research, and make decisions. If you’re serious about marketing to engineers in industrial, manufacturing, or technical sectors, this session is for you. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to: Understand engineers: Why engineers prioritise data, facts, performance, and measurable results over flashy campa...
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  B2B Leaders Series: Creating a Marketing Strategy in a Rapidly Changing World 16.10.2025 1ώ

  While the basics of marketing, like audience and persona identification, may seem straightforward, they’re often overlooked - yet remain critical for success. As B2B marketing shifts from cold outreach to relationship-driven approaches, longer buying cycles demand that marketers refine their strategies. In this webinar, we’ll walk you through the key pillars of B2B marketing that will help you adapt and thrive in a changing world: Key Webinar Takeaways: - Target Persona: Learn how to unders...
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  How to Differentiate Your Brand | Khensani Nobanda 16.10.2025 29λ

  Khensani Nobanda, the Group Managing Executive of Marketing and Corporate Affairs at Nedbank, shares her insights on purpose-led marketing, leadership, and how Nedbank is shaping the future of brand strategy. Khensani dives deep into Nedbank’s approach to brand-building and leadership, emphasizing the importance of purpose in everything they do. Discover how the company’s brand strategy works like an iceberg, with advertising as just the tip and a deeper, more impactful commitment to communi...
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  The Pivot From SEO to EO | Irma Karsten 01.09.2025 19λ

  “We need to start answering questions and proving we’re the authority in our field,” says Irma Karsten. AI is rewriting the rules of digital marketing, especially SEO, and I’ve got the perfect guest to unpack it all. In today’s episode, I'm joined by the brilliant Irma Karsten, COO of the Digital Marketing Academy and head of strategy here at Shift ONE. We’re diving deep into how AI is shaping SEO, from the rise of AI-generated copy that’s starting to look like the “stock images o...
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  Building Businesses - Can Ethics and Success Coexist? | Pete Ochs 12.08.2025 35λ

  "Business has a much greater calling than maximizing the financial bottom line and making shareholders wealthy," says Pete Ochs Pete is the founder and CEO of Enterprise Stewardship, and when he joined me on the podcast, we dove deep into what it means for businesses to thrive. Not just financially, but spiritually and socially as well. Pete's mission is simple: inspire business owners to create flourishing businesses that make an impact. In this conversation, we unpacked the true purpose o...
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  How to Build Brand Love Among Your Audience | Heidi Brauer 07.05.2025 23λ

  "Consumers are not sitting around waiting to fall in love with you," says Heidi Brauer. When it comes to brand love and building brands, Heidi Brauer is an absolute guru. She joined me on my podcast to chat about brand love, what it means, and what it takes, and shared plenty of other marketing gems I scribbled down mid-conversation (and I bet you will too). Watch or listen to our conversation to find out: - The meaning of brand love (and how to measure it) - What it takes to build brand...
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  The Flawed Agency Model | Stuart Dunk 15.04.2025 14λ

  "In an undifferentiated category, many agencies look and sound the same, which leads to a price-focused negotiation - a race to the bottom where procurement looks at who can do the work the cheapest." Stuart Dunk has a message for all agency and business owners who are fighting for a seat at a very crowded table. You'll have to watch (or listen to) the interview to hear it, plus: What most agencies are doing wrongOne piece of advice for struggling small agenciesWhat is the sea of sameness and...
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  Podcasts, Paid Advertising, and Unfiltered Creativity | Terence Mentor 07.03.2025 30λ

  "Be as crazy as possible. Be as open and broad-minded as you are, and then have people around you to pull you back down to the thing that's most workable." Terence is a brutal podcast host (in the best way) and got me sweating with his tough questions. So I got my own back! Well, kind of. Thanks Terence, for joining me for this episode and sharing your knowledge. We spoke about: - What makes podcasts uniquely valuable - The key ingredients of an interesting podcast - Why you shoul...
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  How Women Become Truly Rich | Julie Foucht 17.02.2025 53λ

  "Money is the energy of appreciation." I jotted down that quote as soon as Julie Foucht spoke the words, and there are so many more nuggets of wisdom you just have to hear. I got to chat with Julie about a topic not many people (especially CEOs) talk about: money. But it went way deeper than dollar signs. Julie went on to share how she believes intuition, feminine power, and money are connected. Watch or listen to find out: - How to unlock your gifts - The messages the world sends ...
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  The Risks and Rewards of Change | Kathryn Strachan 17.01.2025 32λ

  "For me, selling my business felt like going through a breakup." Business owners, do yourself a favor and listen to my latest podcast episode with Kathryn Strachan (Fractional CMO, author, award-winner...the list goes on; she's a powerhouse). You'll find out: - The best time to sell your business - The most underrated skill in marketing - What holds companies back from scaling their business - How to get started with personal branding - And what is, in my opinion, the worst ...
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  Public Speaking, Vulnerability, and Finding Your Voice | Simon Ekin 02.12.2024 40λ

  "Vulnerability is the birthplace of creativity." And wow, this was definitely a first for me. I interviewed someone on my podcast, and to my surprise... he was naked. Welcome to this wholly unique and eye-opening episode, in which I sat down with the extraordinary Simon Ekin, famously known as The Naked Speaker. Watch the episode to learn: - The significance of vulnerability and authenticity in connecting with your audience. - Cultural differences and personal experiences that shape pers...
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  A Guide to Impact Investing | Nadia El-Tawil 21.11.2024 38λ

  "If you want your business to grow, you need to have processes in place." Ditching the usual investor stereotype, Nadia El-Tawil shows up with warmth and a personalised approach to helping businesses grow through impact investing. She's a true fount of knowledge. Chatting with her was a delight. We spoke about: - How to take your business to the next level - Nadia's passion and vision for impact investing - The value of outside expertise in your SME - Why and how to embrace discomfort ...
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  100 GPTs Is Just The Beginning | Nadio Granata 24.10.2024 52λ

  "Tech serves humans, not the other way around." Words from the brilliant Nadio Granata, although I'd add: "For the time being!" This episode has got to be the most re-scheduled podcast ever, thanks to myself and Nadio's busy schedules. But the wait was worth it - what a conversation. I hope you learn as much as I did listening to Nadio share his insights. In this episode, we talked about AI and much more: - How Nadio finds the knowledge and inspiration to create GPTs - The ur...