Susana Kennedy... On my mind: Be Inspired and Empowered with the TOP 3 Tips for Entrepreneurs and Colin don Schouw's TOP 10 Achievements

I Believe in celebrating individuals that make an effort to make this world a better place. Whether they are taking grate strides to change their own circumstances or their communities, or even society at large, they should be celebrated and so I am going to be writing a series of blogs on the incredible men and women who take action to change this world for the better. First up Colin Don Schouw!

Colin and Me

This week I’d like to celebrate my colleague, but also a dear friend, Colin Don Schouw. Colin is a business owner, a successful Entrepreneurs, a media personality, seen and followed on Radio, Television, Social Media and more, plus he is about to become a published author. Besides all his incredible accomplishments, Colin who is genuinely one of the most awake people I know. His open heart and determination make him such an astoundingly brilliant human being to work with and to be friends with. I deeply want to see him success in all areas of life and to his greatest potential. Colin is a shining example of somebody who is in the entertainment industry and takes strides to make a difference in other people's lives.

I asked Colin for his TOP 3 Tips for Entrepreneurs and what he felt his TOP 10 Achievements were, both personally and professionally because I believe this information will both inspire you and empower you, so here we go!

TOP 3 Tips for Entrepreneurs

1) You are enough. Too often the game changer is simply a greater belief in yourself, in your abilities.

2) Be prepared to work harder than everybody else and learn to guard your heart.

3) Always, always make your word your honor. Integrity is the secret weapon. Even if it costs you a deal or an opportunity.

TOP 10 Achievements

1. I had the honor of raising my younger siblings after losing my father in a tragic car crash when I was 18 years old. Though young and ready to take on the world, I dedicated my youth to this responsibility and today they’re parents, raising the most remarkable children who I get to call my nephews and nieces. Few know this.

2. In 2014 I was selected as one of 40 South African specialists to study the German infrastructure for electric vehicles in Germany. we might have our very own South African electric car on the road soon. Wink Wink!

3. At age 16 I was featured in the South African Grade 9 Arts and Culture text book. My dance partner and I (our story) was an entire four page comprehension.

4. At 17 I was selected to represent South Africa in the Zimbabwe National dance Championships. I WON MY CATEGORY.

5. I co-owned a business at 19 which is where my drive for business was nurtured and developed.

6. At 25 I graduated with a postgrad in Business. I immediately launched my business, packed my bags and moved to Johannesburg to build. Today (4 years later) the business is thriving and continues to touch and impact the lives of many.

7. I currently (together with my business partner) Jimi Ogunlaja run the #1 dedicated fashion and beauty lifestyle TV Channel in South Africa. This is a big deal and we have big plans!

Colin and his business partner Jimi

8. I am the international host and moderator for Africa's largest fintech leadership event where we travel the continent bringing together world leaders who are passionate about Africas growth. 80% of Africans are underbanked (do not have access to financial services). We will be the change needed to pioneer this movement.

9. My book Unmasking Ego - The Naked Entrepreneur will be published in 2019. South African entrepreneurs are struggling, failing and losing hope. We need to talk openly and honestly about these challenges.

10. I am the proud father to the cutest four legged fury friend anyone could have!

Colin, may you keep your incredible untainted caring beautiful spirit alive and your successes be plentiful and soar you the greatest of heights, I look forward to seeing what you come up with next!

Follow Colin on:

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/cdschouw