experiences and writings of great leaders. Nelson Mandela and Condoleezza Rice are examples of leaders I look up to for motivation.


CS: Do you find that being in the line of work that you are in brings in specific challenges to you as a leader?


LM: In life and in business, change will always be a constant. The environment and industry within which I operate is full of changes. The way we do business has changed dramatically in the past few years and more change is inevitable. The greatest challenge as a leader in my line of work therefore is to constantly and swiftly adapt to change as it happens. Adapting means managing the change and providing my team with the necessary tools required during times of change.


CS: As a high achiever leading a hectic life,


how do you achieve balance in your work? LM: Achieving a balance in all spheres of life is always a challenge. I have to consciously work on finding sources of inspiration and relaxation outside of work on a daily basis. Outdoor sports, like a few good rounds of golf bring on a sense of contentment and relaxation. I also spend some valuable time with my mentor in order to deliberate on various aspects of my life besides work. Spending time with my family, partner and of course my son offers me a good balance in my life.


have consistently been he most admirable individuals on the world stage.


CS: How do you keep your people motivated and


energized? LM: The key to keeping the team motivated and energized is through creating and successfully communicating to them a vision for the future. By outlining the strategy, roles and responsibilities on how to reach this vision, all members of the team get engaged and inspired. I always ensure that I lend support and guidance to each individual to enable them to reach their goals. Most important of all I create an environment that the team is excited to work for.


CS: When you need to get motivated yourself, where or who do you turn to? LM:


I draw motivation from reading up on the


CS: Last but not least, soon after you received the title, you gave birth to a lovely baby boy, What are the most important values you are going to pass on to him? LM: My desire is to instill in him values that will prepare him for the challenges of leadership. These include having determination against adversity, surviving and getting ahead in the


world of limited resources and making sure that he strives to be the best at what he does – that he values excellence. I would like him to know that discipline, hard work, courage, respect, love and humility provide a good foundation for staying ahead of the curve in this


new world he’s entered into. CS:


What message would you give young workplace


leaders regarding their roles in today’s workplace? LM: Young leaders of today must constantly consider themselves as “leaders” in whatever role they find themselves in, within the workplace. They should have the zest to “Take the Lead” and stay focused on developing not only themselves but others around them as well. We need leaders who are hungry for education, are disciplined and have a passion to excel throughout.


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