Why you have to be a number's person to be an entrepreneur

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In the latest Business Unusual Podcast, Topco Media’s CEO, Ralf Fletcher, chats to Ciko about his journey from entrepreneurship to corporate leadership. They reflect on the importance of sales, leading with humanity, understanding what motivates individuals and Ciko emphasises the importance of adapting to working with people on their terms, rather than their own and more.

26 Oct 2023 English South Africa Business · Business

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