Most people think managing money is about earning more. The truth? It’s about planning smarter. In this episode of TMC Podcast, Jason Mizen ( Certified Financial Planner) shares the habits, strategies, and mindset shifts that turn everyday income into long-term freedom.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• What a financial planner actually does and why it matters

• Practical steps to create a personal financial plan that fits your income and goals

• How to prepare for life’s curveballs—illness, job changes, or unexpected expenses

• Common myths about money management in South Africa

• Practical habits young professionals can start today to build lasting security

Whether you’re fresh out of school, starting a career, or planning for retirement, these insights will help you take control of your financial story.

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#money #family #finance

As a Certified Usability Analyst and empathetic communicator, Sechaba Meloa excels at building strong connections with stakeholders and understanding their needs.

With a solid foundation in UX design, he blends creativity, strategy, and human behavior insights to craft solutions that are both intuitive and impactful.

His career spans finance, insurance, and mining — consistently delivering results that break the mold. Guided by the 7 Hermetic Principles, Sechaba takes a holistic, problem-solving approach and uses data, insights, and collaboration to drive meaningful outcomes. In this episode, we discuss:

• What a UX Designer/Usability Analyst really does (beyond making things “look nice”).
• Why soft skills are underrated — and essential for great UX.
• The unseen side of UX: business goals, technical constraints, and user psychology.
• Lessons learned working across finance, insurance, and mining industries.
• The hardest professional lesson he’s learned — and why it still echoes today.
• Advice for young people entering the UX field.

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What happens when a full-time Advocate steps into the world of content creation?

You get a compelling story of balance, purpose, and bold reinvention. In our latest episode of the TMC Podcast, we sit down with Thato Mahapa — an Advocate and Digital Content Creator — to unpack his journey navigating two seemingly opposite worlds: law and creativity.

We covered:

• Life inside the South African legal profession
• What inspired his shift into content creation
• Lessons on monetising creativity and building brand value
• How he maintains credibility in both spaces

Whether you're in law, content, or balancing two careers yourself — this episode offers practical gems and real talk on growth, confidence, and career pivots.

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#law #contentcreator #podcast

What if we told you there’s an app that helps students save money on the stuff they actually care about?

In this episode, we chat with Donna Leigh Mohamed, Marketing Manager at Varsity Vibe, about how the app is making student life a little more affordable — and a lot more fun!

Donna shares her journey into marketing, what varsity life was like for her, and why she’s so passionate about connecting with youth.

We touched on some of the challenges students face today, how brands can do better, and how you can get involved with Varsity Vibe — whether you're a student or a brand.

If you’re a student trying to stretch your budget, or a brand looking to reach Gen Z in a meaningful way — this one’s for you.

#students #university #digitalmarketing

Think you know digital marketing? Think again! In this episode of Tech Meets Creativity, we had a with Sudasha Vandiar, Managing Director and “Chief of Happy,” to uncover the real-world lessons of Digital Marketing that go beyond textbooks. What you'll learn:

• What Digital Marketing really is in 2025

• Career paths, daily life, and skills of a Marketing Director

• How data and analytics drive powerful campaigns

• Game-changing tools Sudasha swears by

• Practical strategies and mental health tips for marketers

So whether you're a marketer, student, or content creator — this one’s for you.

#digitalmarketing2025 #optimization #marketingtips

Is traditional marketing dead? Or is Gen Z just forcing brands to evolve? In this episode of the TMC Podcast, we sit down with Boitumelo Ramatlhape to unpack the transformative impact of social media in 2025 and why Gen Z is reshaping the way brands think about marketing. What you'll learn in this episode:

• Why old-school marketing tactics don’t work anymore
• How Gen Z is forcing brands to be more authentic
• The biggest mistakes brands make when marketing to younger audiences
• How brands can adapt and thrive in 2025

If you're a marketer, entrepreneur, or brand strategist, this conversation is essential for staying ahead of the game. 💬 Drop a comment: Is Gen Z changing marketing for the better?

#socialmediatrends #contentcreator #marketing

TMC Podcast is a South African career podcast that helps you rethink how careers really work across business, tech, and creativity. TMC is where honest career conversations finally happen.

Every second Wednesday, we sit down with people who look like you, sound like you, and come from similar backgrounds, sharing real stories about how they navigated uncertainty, decisions, and setbacks to get to where they are today.

If you’re figuring things out, questioning your path, or trying to understand how people actually build careers in the real world, you’re in the right place.

Sit back, listen, and learn.