https://www.kzntopbusiness.com/post/empowering-managers-improving-mental-health-support-in-the-workplace-jackie-bhana-consulting This video takes a closer look at how mental health can shape workplace performance and business success. It also shines a light on a special training program designed to help managers support mental well-being, break down stigma, and take care of their teams in meaningful ways. Key Takeaways Economic Impact of Mental Health: Mental health challenges take a big toll—costing South African businesses around two billion rand each year and even more worldwide—which shows just how important it is to tackle these issues head-on. Widespread Issues in the Workforce: Depression and anxiety touch one in four workers, and sadly, many people (especially men) hold back from asking for help because of lingering stigma. Manager-Focused Training: This program gives managers the tools they need to spot, support, and guide employees through mental health challenges, all while keeping their own well-being in mind too. Men and Mental Health Stigma: Men, in particular, often hide their mental health struggles due to pressure from society, so it’s extra important to create spaces where they feel comfortable reaching out for help. Burnout in Leadership: Top executives can also quietly struggle with burnout and anxiety, sometimes worrying it might affect their careers. Support like life coaching can make a real difference for them. Critical Mental Health Consequences: When depression goes untreated, the risks are serious—one in ten people may attempt suicide—so early support and intervention are absolutely essential. Call to Action: Businesses are encouraged to step up by investing in targeted mental health training programs, like those offered by Jackie Bhana Consulting, to better support their teams. Business News https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbEtH_1GLtgeEr9F-jUjwqqzA0WeNbfEo&si=sWHm4GMrfApbglJk https://youtu.be/XgoKq9GK9Ao?si=Vg2qPzxVju7bxIgn

In conversation with Angela Atherton, Jacquie Bhana discusses her coaching approach, focusing on her new Firstline Management program designed to support newly appointed managers in overcoming common challenges. #### Key Takeaways - Jacquie Bhana, recognised as a KZN Top Business Woman, transitioned from corporate roles to establish her own coaching and consulting business focused on high performance . - The Firstline Management program addresses the lack of training for new managers, particularly those promoted from within their teams . - Key components of the program include training on effective management, individual coaching, and strategies for delivering difficult feedback . - The program stresses the importance of clear communication regarding KPIs, aligning manager and employee goals . - It also tackles social dynamics affecting teams when a peer is promoted to a supervisory role . - The Firstline Management Programme will be available in three months on Jacquie Bhana's website, along with details on her other services . https://www.kzntopbusiness.com/post/good-for-our-people-good-forour-business ......it just makes Business Senses

https://www.kzntopbusiness.com/post/insights-from-jacquie-bhana-on-transition-and-training-empowering-new-managers Jacquie Bhana shares effective strategies for training and empowering new managers to build high-performance teams within organisations. Insights from Jacquie Bhana focus on the critical transition and training for new managers. Emphasis on effective leadership as a key aspect of successful companies in KwaZulu-Natal. The KZN Top Business vision aims to connect successful individuals and inspire others through shared stories. Understanding motivations and career drivers of successful leaders enhances management training. The importance of building high-performance teams as a priority for new managers. The initiative to share these insights reflects the belief that it "just makes Business Sense" Jacquie recommends several strategies for training new managers, focusing on effective leadership and understanding their motivations and career drivers. Key strategies include developing high-performance teams and prioritising leadership training to foster successful management practices within organisations. By sharing experiences and insights from successful leaders, these strategies aim to inspire new managers and promote effective team dynamics in the workplace ......it just makes Business Sense Business News https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbEtH_1GLtgeEr9F-jUjwqqzA0WeNbfEo&si=sWHm4GMrfApbglJk https://youtu.be/XgoKq9GK9Ao?si=Vg2qPzxVju7bxIgn

Jacquie.bhana@mbhana.co.za 27 83 386 8343 https://www.jacquiebhana.co.za Are you struggling with disappointment, fear, anxiety, depression, uncertainty, loneliness,unhappiness or even hopelessness? OR do you know of an employee, colleague, friend or even a relative who is struggling emotionally? Mental health is often talked about, yet not much is being done about dealing with this problem for affected people. People are either afraid to address or admit it openly, or managers may not have the skills or time to deal with yet another problem on top of meeting key deliverables. Drawing from her extensive coaching experience and over 30 years in business, many of those at executive level in human resources, Jacquie will share ideas about mental health. She will explore ways of proactively addressing mental health and discuss solutions either for yourselves or your employees to build confidence and high performance.

Jacquie Bhana shares her life journey, starting from being born into an interracial marriage in Port Elizabeth. She recounts her experiences in school, university, and her first job at Volkswagen South Africa. She then transitions to her current role as a business owner and vice president of the Durban Chamber, emphasising her passion for making a positive impact. Jacquie discusses her focus on developing people's capabilities and confidence, especially in leadership roles. She admires figures like Malala Yousafzai and Angela Merkel and envisions building ethical, high-performing leaders in KZN. Her motto centres on overcoming fear to achieve one's goals and make a difference in the world. https://www.kzntopbusiness.com/post/jacquie-bhara-empowering-leaders-and-making-a-difference

https://www.kzntopbusiness.com/post/jacquie-bhana ACHIEVING MANY GOALS Jacquie has achieved a number of goals at business and community level. At corporate level, she has worked extensively on increasing the number of graduates employed; focussing on bright young talent, and leading their mentorship programmes to build their capability and productivity in the business. In this regard, she has previously formed strategic relationships with tertiary institutions. Jacquie has also worked vigorously at getting young women into technical apprentice roles, in an environment that was at first hostile. However, building a critical mass of female apprentices helped to make it easier to build diversity at this level. #minipinetown #supertechgroup #kzntopbusinesswomen

https://www.kzntopbusiness.com/team-1-5/jacquie-bhana Jacquie Bhana, after following a successful career spanning over 30 years in the corporate world, and after much thought about her future goals, has recently started her own business initiatives. She commented, “I wanted flexibility with my time, to dance to my own drumbeat, and to make an impact beyond the gates of a single organisation.” Her primary business, Jacquie Bhana Consulting, focuses on coaching and mentoring of leaders, managers and graduates in general as well as offering teambuilding interventions. After working at executive level and having worked her way up the corporate ladder, she knows that she can add enormous value in this space. A strong need nationally has been identified for the development of graduates, so this is one of Jacquie’s keen interest and focus areas. The second focus group is that of women. Jacquie says, “I can relate well to them, having been through my own corporate journey as a lone female in a man’s world.” A second leg of her consulting business is that of mental health counselling for executives and leaders. Another venture that Jacquie is pursuing is that of a start-up for exclusive ladies’ garments. She has identified a manufacturer and is close to launching this enterprise.

https://www.kzntopbusiness.com/post/jacquie-bhana-developing-great-people-for-business-success TRULY INSPIRATIONAL Jacquie Bhana, after following a successful career spanning over 35 years in the corporate world, and after much thought about her future goals, has recently started her own business. She commented, “I wanted flexibility with my time, to dance to my own drumbeat, and to make an impact beyond the gates of a single organisation."

KZN Business Sense in conversation with Warren Sachs COO and Director at Beier Group #KZNBusinessSense #kzntopbusiness

Business Sense Interview - Jacquie Bhana & Jasmeena Shiba In this meeting involving Grant Adlam from Business Sense, Jasmeena Shiba from Royal Tyres, and Jacquie Bhana from JB Consulting, they work together on strategies to expand Royal Tyres and manage human resources effectively. Jasmeena openly talks about the challenges she faces as a female leader in a male-dominated industry, while praising Jacquie for her outstanding contributions. Jacquie emphasizes the importance of long-term planning and skill enhancement, demonstrating how their partnership has led to accomplishments like securing learnerships and improving leadership abilities. This conversation highlights the crucial role of collaboration and strategic planning in promoting the success and development of a business. https://www.kzntopbusiness.com/post/the-power-of-collaboration-and-strategic-planning-a-dialogue-on-business-expansion-and-human-resour Businesses Need To Tell Good Stories KZN Top Business Portfolio, published since 1998. In analysing the successful companies profiled in the KZN Top Business Portfolio, there was a common thread running through each of their achievements and that was effective leadership. The overall vision is to network successful people with successful people and ultimately encouraging other people to become successful through their stories. Learning about some of the various factors that have motivated these men and women, and driven their careers, has been a very rewarding undertaking. www.kzntopbusiness.com

Kwanda Mfusi commenting on his participation in the Beier Group bursary programme

Antonette Mosanda commenting on her participation in the Beier Group bursary programme.

Silindile Mseleku commenting on her participation in the Beier Group bursary programme.

Thembelihle Zulu commenting on her participation in the Beier Group bursary programme

Beverly Palmer commenting on the successful implementation of Beier Group bursary programme

Jacquie Bhana commenting on the success of the Beier Group bursary programme