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The relationship between Africa’s Gen Z and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is as dynamic and diverse as the continent itself. As a company involved in assessing and working with young graduates, Joint Prosperity has a unique window into this evolving landscape.

It’s graduation day. The culmination of years of late nights, juggling textbooks with family commitments, and a heart brimming with ambition. Yet, amidst the cap and gown euphoria, a whisper of uncertainty often lingers: What now?

The past five years have tested our ability to adapt and thrive as leaders. From global upheaval to technological revolutions, it’s easy to resort to short-term fixes or succumb to fear. But in the face of relentless change, true leadership demands both courage and resilience.

South Africa celebrates Freedom Day later this month, where we celebrate the liberation from oppression and the power of self-determination. This theme of freedom resonates surprisingly well with..

In a world increasingly focused on mental health, we often look to therapists and doctors for guidance and support. However, a surprising reality is emerging: your leader might be your biggest mental health ally.

In today’s dynamic business landscape, characterized by hybrid and remote models, building high-performing teams requires a renewed focus on organizational culture, effective leadership, and fostering a sense of cohesion despite physical distance. Patrick Lencioni’s “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team” offers a framework to overcome key challenges..

Many organisations currently find themselves operating in highly unpredictable environments characterised by decreasing levels of stability. Such organisations often find themselves having to adjust a projected course due to unanticipated external factors. An organisation’s lifespan may be at risk if their prognosis for change is low.  When considering recruitment and/or development of an individual, what

“But they have an MBA?” – if only we had a Rand for every time business/hiring managers say this to us in an assessment feedback session. Qualifications do not equate to strategic thinking ability. For example, an MBA provides an individual with models and learnings upon which to draw, but does not guarantee the thinking ability required

Today, high-touch leadership practices are a game-changer. As the pendulum has swung in favour of digital efficiency, the need for intimacy and connection has increased.  In the 1980’s, John Naisbitt* predicted that our workplaces would evolve to become more ‘high-tech’, while losing our ability to be ‘high-touch’. He was spot on. People are longing to be understood,

Have you recruited a person with the right qualifications, experience, and a can-do attitude, only to be disappointed by their performance. What went wrong? The word assessment or psychometric is often met with intrigue and angst. Intrigue at what one may learn, and angst at what one may uncover. We will be sharing our insights