Nikki Bush in conversation with the dynamic and effervescent, Khensani Nobanda: Group Executive of Group Marketing and Corporate Affairs at Nedbank. This podcast delves into the topic of the power of authenticity and bringing your true self to the table – part of the work-life integration formula.

This Conversation Covers:

  • What bringing your true self to the table looks like
  • Authenticity and vulnerability
  • Communicating your goals to those who can help you get there
  • Making yourself visible and being memorable
  • The value of asking questions to open up opportunities for growth
  • Negotiation and value – especially as a woman
  • The value of experience in building a career
  • How to raise your value and employability
  • Knowing your worth and not settling for the offer on the table

“I was really trying to toe the line in terms of what an executive should sound like and be like, and actually, I wasn’t happy; I wasn’t enjoying my job; and I wasn’t delivering for the company as well as I could have. That was when the power of authenticity just stood out for me. I made the conscious decision that I will bring my true self to the business table in terms of who I am.”

Khensani Nobanda, Nedbank Group Executive

“That power of just stating what you want, and articulating it, puts it out there, but then the people you around you have to step up for you, too, because they know exactly what you’re looking for. It doesn’t mean it will always turn out the way you want, but for me, it generally has.”

Khensani Nobanda, Nedbank Group Executive

“When I get to a point where I’m starting to question myself, then I know I shouldn’t be in this environment.”

Khensani Nobanda, Nedbank Group Executive

“I want to live where I am fulfilled; I’m happy; I’m positive; where I feel like I’m adding value in my job and in my personal life. This is so that whenever the end happens, there are no regrets.”

Khensani Nobanda, Nedbank Group Executive

“I really would advocate for you to take a break and just really rethink; to refocus yourself and articulate quite verbally how you want your life to look and what you want your work to look like.”

Khensani Nobanda, Nedbank Group Executive

“It’s a gap to reflect, not to hide: that’s important.”

Khensani Nobanda, Nedbank Group Executive

“It’s so easy to get so caught up in what you think people are going to say.”

Khensani Nobanda, Nedbank Group Executive