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Keeping things on track

Project managers are like conductors, ensuring certain parts of the team come in at the right time and on the right note, reports Kalay Nair.

The secret of project success

Team members turn to the project manager for help when they encounter a problem. But to whom can the project manager turn to when s/he needs support?

An entrepreneur’s guide

Entrepreneurs usually focus on their businesses and often, little time is spent on planning for retirement. Planning for old age is crucial.

What makes a good manager?

When thinking about the characteristics of a good assest manager, it seems to come down to knowledge, philosophy and hard work. Cannon’s chief executive officer Geoff Blount says…

To hedge or not to hedge?

Cannon Asset Managers’ chief investment officer Adrian Saville says during volatile times investors often rush into hedge funds seeking protection. "But these have proved to be…

The market usually comes out tops

How often does the market beat the asset manager? The consensus is that more often than not the market comes out tops. Sanlam Investment Management managing director Armien Tyer…

Straddling Cultures

As the South African Indian community gets wealthier and more brand conscious, the media that serves it needs to keep up without alienating the traditionalists. Kalay Nair reports.