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In this episode of Skosan Unplugged, Courtnall Skosan interviews Lizo Gqoboka, a professional rugby player with a deep faith in God. They discuss Lizo's early life, the challenges he faced growing up, and how he discovered rugby. Lizo shares his journey from a humble background to becoming a professional athlete, emphasizing the importance of resilience, faith, and hard work. The conversation also touches on Lizo's life beyond rugby, including his ministry work and business ventures, as well as advice for young athletes navigating their careers.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Lizo Gqoboka's Journey
02:09 Early Life and Background
05:58 Overcoming Challenges and Victim Mentality
07:25 Discovering Rugby and Initial Experiences
09:50 Transitioning to a Rugby Career
15:00 Opportunities and Decisions in Rugby
21:07 Key Highlights and Achievements
24:07 Mindset and Resilience in the Face of Adversity
26:49 The Power of Positivity and Humility
31:14 Injury and Recovery: A Professional's Perspective
34:10 Life Beyond Rugby: Passion and Purpose
38:18 The Role of Faith in Life and Career
44:01 Advice for Young Athletes: Prioritizing Values
50:46 Outro

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In this engaging conversation, host Courtnall Skosan interviews Gareth Duncan, a successful entrepreneur known for his bespoke suits, marketing ventures, and passion for poker. They explore Gareth's journey from his early life in Cape Town to his various business endeavors, including the challenges and lessons learned along the way. The discussion highlights the importance of identifying opportunities, building relationships, and the balance between personal passions and professional commitments. Gareth shares insights on entrepreneurship, the craft beer industry, and how poker has influenced his business approach, concluding with his aspirations for the future. Hear everything from building success with an online magazine, marketing, designing and making tailored suits, craft beer business and playing professional poker, both in South Africa and internationally. He recently featured on the GenC Podcast sharing more of his journey. He believes that your network is your net worth. You build success through building relationships and connections. Network your way to success.

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Chapters

00:00 In This Episode
00:25 Introduction to Gareth Duncan
02:49 Gareth's Early Life and Career Path
06:06 Transitioning into Entrepreneurship
08:52 The Birth of GD Suits
12:11 Exploring the Craft Beer Venture
15:02 The Poker Journey Begins
18:08 Balancing Multiple Ventures
21:12 Future Aspirations and Closing Thoughts

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In this engaging conversation, Courtnall Skosan and Ruan Combrinck delve into Ruan's rugby journey, leadership lessons learned on and off the field, and his transition into farming. They discuss the importance of mentorship, the challenges faced during Ruan's time in France, and the financial wisdom necessary for athletes post-retirement. The dialogue emphasizes the need for honest conversations about life after sports and the significance of finding one's passion.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Rugby Journey
05:16 The Importance of Team Environment
09:46 Leadership Lessons from Rugby
14:09 Early Influences and Support Systems
15:53 Key Moments and Achievements in Rugby
19:58 Cultural Transition to France
24:15 Challenges Faced in France
28:46 The Struggles of Professional Rugby
31:24 Cultural Experiences in France
32:52 The Emotional Journey to the Springboks
36:13 The Impact of Timing in Career Success
38:56 Lessons from World Cup Regrets
41:20 Transitioning from Rugby to Life Beyond
45:36 Finding Passion in Farming
54:31 Financial Wisdom for Athletes
01:00:18 The Importance of Honest Conversations
01:11:07 Memorable Matches and Tough Opponents
01:14:22 Final Thoughts
01:14:27 Outro

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