Lions at Work

About the Book

Anatomy of this book

A man is himself—plus the books he reads.

LIONS@WORK  is a practical, educational, easy-to-use guide to inspire and guide you to the pinnacle of personal and financial success. Above all, it is an attitude, a reference guide, so you can use any part, as many times, as a situation requires.

Over many years it has fascinated me why some individuals and organizations are more successful and accomplish more than others. I have spent many hours and large amounts of money searching for answers. I have learned the hard way — through trial and error. When I eventually discovered some of the secrets, it was not clear how to conceptualize these into an easily understandable, more teachable, model. I wanted to create something unequivocal — more focus, research and persistence — until one day it was clear.

LIONS at WORK or LIONS@WORK

I realized we could learn an amazing amount from the strength, power, beauty and grace of the lion, if only I could link these to our work lives. As time passed and I gained a better understanding of our business world and that of the lion, the picture evolved. The parallels between humans, lions and the pride will help you to remember and develop skills vital for survival and growth.

You don’t have to take a lifetime to discover these secrets: You only have to read and apply these principles. It’s not rocket science and they don’t teach this in business schools, therefore everyone can understand and apply these principles.

A single conversation with a wise man is worth more than ten years’ mere study of books.

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About the Author

Johan was born in a small Karoo town in the Northern Cape, South Africa, where he matriculated. After matriculating he chose a career in engineering and obtained an engineering degree  from the University of Pretoria. He started his working career at one of the biggest mining and exploration companies in the world, where he worked in various divisions such as Gold, Uranium and Sulphuric acid plants.

During his two-year compulsory military service he graduated as lieutenant, where his passion for cars initiated his selection on a special team to do research and development on armoured vehicles.

He later joined the leading manufacturer of fibre and telecommunication cables during which time he also obtained an Honours in Engineering as well as a MBA.

His passion for cars eventually drove him to one of the most exciting and dynamic automotive manufacturers in the world. He has serve on various comities and upliftment initiatives in the Eastern Cape, of which the Motor Industry Cluster was the most significant.

As a founder member of the Harley Davidson East Coast Club, a 4X4 and outdoors enthusiast he often explore the untamed beauty of the Eastern Cape and especially the Wild Coast.

Fascinated by automobiles he is currently busy with the restoration of a 1928 Model A Ford pick-up as well as a 1942 Harley Davidson and hope to gain a better understanding not only of the technology, but also the tradition and methodology.