In this week's episode we interview Doctor Azille Coetzee. Azille is a feminist postdoctoral researcher, academic, philosopher and writer. By day she changes the academic landscape with her research and in her spare time she writes...her hustle is HUGE... she has published two amazing books, a memoir, 'In my vel' and most recently a novel, 'Die teenoorgestelde is net so waar'. The Five2Nine team is arguably Azille's biggest fans so this was a very special episode for us. We had so much fun with this one! Azille is gemaklik en spontaan en het onmiddelik soos 'n vriendin gevoel. Tog skroom sy nie om uitdagende vrae te vra nie. Get ready for wine, questions without answers, party tricks, giggles and the big F... feminism. Lekker luister. Liefde, Elmé & Margo
We know we are a little late but... HAPPY NEW YEAR. May this year be filled with sunlight, growth, self-discovery and some serious hustling of course. This year the cliche, "new year, new me" resonates with our little growing podcast. Since the end of 2021, A LOT has changed and we want to share the exciting news with the Five 2 Nine Club. In this episode, Elme and Margo fill you in on all the new adventures that we will be embarking on this year... So maak seker jou sitplek gordel en jou masker is aan... want 2022 gaan 'n wiele rit wees. Liefde, Elme & Margo
In this week's episode, filled with firsts, we've chatted to Wilhelm van der Walt. Our very first full time actor on the podcast and one of our very first early morning recordings! Elmé met Wilhelm for the first time in 2018 after he completed the Camino and she was busy packing her bags fór the Camino. Little did we know that he would be a guest on our podcast! Wilhelm is full time actor, voice artist, host of his own podcast "Wat Gaan Aan" and also a watcher and facilitator during magic mushroom ceremonies. Not only did we chat about Wilhelm's side hustles, his main hustle and how he manages to balance it all, we also dived into a philosophical chat regarding unhealthy relationships with our cellphones and social media, even though our careers are so dependent on it. How great would it be to have a Nokia 3310 in 2021! We've also chatted about the magic of having a side hustle that's not your main hustle and how that can make you more gracious towards yourself. Wilhelm open heartedly shared his most recent hustles; being a watcher and facilitator during magic mushroom ceremonies, the negative stigma about it as well as the use and positive impact of this medicinal plant. Wilhelm is an al round hustler but also one of the wisest, kindest and gentle souls we know. Geniet hierdie episode & lekker luister! Liefde, Elmé & Margo
Do you want to design and sell new products, but are afraid of alienating your audience by rebranding? This follow-up episode is not only part two of the interview with our friends at KNOT but it is also part two of the side hustle KNOT LIFESTYLE. In his week's episode of the Five 2 Nine podcast, Margo will chat to Alé and Elmé, the founders of this trendy sustainable business about how to change the direction, aesthetic and product range of your business while simultaneously taking your target market with you along on the ride. These two hustlers will share their triumphs and struggles, the secret of effective decision making and how to market a new product launch. Get all the tips and tricks you need to turn your passion into a flourishing side-hustle. Don't miss out on this fun, bubbly and personal episode. Keep celebrating small victories and 'lekker luister'!
In this weeks episode, Margo takes the driver seat and interviews Elmé and her business partner and co-founder, Alé du Toit, about their University side hustle, KNOT. This interview took us on a trip down memory lane. These two met at the University of Stellenbosch in 2016 and witnessed many seasons together from "koshuis lewe", to being flatmates and finally becoming buisness partners in 2018. How did these two besties’ dream of travelling the world turned into a successful and profitable business? We spoke about combating naive actions as new business owners, the ins and outs of communicating with clients, and how to spot trends and needs within your community. This is a fast-paced episode where friends celebrate each other and their seasons of change. This is however only the beginning... tune in next week Monday to listen to Episode 23 (Part Two).
Are you thinking about starting a business with your romantic partner? Then this is the episode for you! The Stellenbosch local, Willus Bosch and his French girlfriend Garance Chassaing started their side-hustle Maison in 2020- a local platform where second-hand furniture is given a second chance. These two entrepreneurs are passionate about following your gut, sustainability, feeding off one another's strengths and seeking the beauty in what is already around you. This episode feels like home. Liefde, Elmé en Margo
In this week's episode, we are talking about hustlers who live with their parents. Why is this such a taboo and crazy concept? Well, we don't know but being super curious, Margo and Elme set out to find the answers. In the aftermath of the pandemic we find that more and more people (especially freelancers and creatives) move back with the "rents". It is more common to take this step, now more than ever. Margo sits in the interview chair as she is living with her parents. We also get some insights from others in the Five2Nine Club; Louw de Beer, Devonecia Swartz, Ceejee Pretorius, and Kara van der Berg. We highlight some of the misconceptions and stigmas surrounding the topic and delve into the pros and cons of the subject. So excited for everyone to listen to this themed episode. Lekker luister! Liefde Elme & Margo
Die Five 2 Nine Potgooi is al 20 episodes oud! Dié baba kan al amper kruip! In hierdie week se episode gesels ons met die Five 2 Nine Span. Ons vang op oor die afgelope 3 maande se doen en late, verskillende projekte, fiksheids-avonture, hoe ons ons vaardighede uitbrei en ons persoonlike ‘small victories’. Ons raak ook aan die toekomsplanne en nuwe strategieë vir Five 2 Nine. You’re stuck with us, ons kan nie nou gestop word nie. Sit die ketel solank aan en maak jouself gemaklik vir die koffie-klets saam Elmé en Margo. Lekker luister!
In this episode the Five 2 Nine team travelled all the way to Strand to visit the local clothing brand, BRAhSSE, at their 18th pop up shop in Van Rheede Street. We’ve chatted to the brains behind this operation, Shakoer Baderoen. Shakoer’s 9-5 is being a logistics coordinator who exports citrus fruits, but during his 5-9 he has managed to create and develope a streetwear brand that is not only known nationally but internationally as well. And Shakoer started it all with only a R100!! Friendship and collaboration are the heart of BRAhSSE. Shakoer's dream is to use his platform to strengthen unity in South Africa. With Heritage Day around the corner, we also chatted about what heritage means to Shakoer and how the concept fits into his companies brand image. Shakoer is a man with a plan. He tells us more about his ten-year plan, his business model and the power of saying no. Lekker luister en lekker braai! Liefde, Elmé & Margo
We first got to know this "plattelandse meisie" on Season 13 of the reality TV program "Boer Soek 'n Vrou". Chereze wrote a letter to farmer Niel and their love story started. The South African IT-couple recently got engaged and plan to get married early next year. Chereze is a Jack of trades. She has waitered tables, studied languages at the University of Stellenbosch, worked as a teacher, travelled on cruise ships as an art retailer and currently teaches English online. Chereze is a certified nail technician, lash technician and she specializes in bridal hair and make-up. She started Chereze Maree Hair and Make-up in 2016, and although she has travelled the world since then and survived a worldwide pandemic, her business is still expanding and flourishing. The FIVE 2 NINE team chatted to Chereze about the harsh realities of reality TV, working abroad, getting your TEFL degree, the pro's and con's of social media as a public figure, and we found out what Chereze always has in her make-up bag. Dit het gevoel asof ons met 'n vriendin gesels! Lekker luister. Liefde, Elmé & Margo
In this week's episode Elmé and Margo interview their very own boxing coach. Sibongile Tyhokolo is a former professional boxer, certified personal trainer, mom to baby boy Aiden and she is studying journalism through UNISA. There is nothing the powerhouse Coach Sibo cannot do! Sibo is tough trainer, but believes in pushing her clients so that they can see and reach their potential. She does not let obsticles stand in her way; although a serious car crash in 2018 forced her to leave profesioonal boxing, she has turned her love for the sport into something magical! Have a listen to Episodw 17 to find out more about Coach Sibo. Liefde Elmé & Margo
HAPPY, HAPPY WOMEN’S DAY! We are so grateful for everyone who entered our very first giveaway. Thank you for showing love and support towards all these lovely women-owned businesses. From Five 2 Nine Podcast we would like to thank and send lots love and light to the businesses that collaborated on this giveaway. This week on episode 16, Emily Rose van Diemel, provides that extra sparkle to our women’s day. Emily-Rose is an aspiring actress, model, content creator and influencer. With her thousands of followers, she’s concurring the world. She has worked with brands such as The Body Shop, Clicks, Canal Walk, Wild Cat, Fochini etc. Margo and I met Emily whilst studying drama in Stellenbosch. Emily-Rose was the most stylish person in the class. Always dressed for success! She beautiful, stylish, glamorous, a model, going from one event to the other, but apart from that she is the most humble, down to earth, funny and loveable person you’ll ever meet. If you ever need a “pick me up”, Emily is your go-to-girl. With her facial expressions and stories, you won’t leave her without tears of laughter for max an hour. In this episode we’ve chatted about influencing as a full time job, a day in the life of a content creator, actress, model and influencer, taking time off your phone whilst running your businesses from your phone, flat caps, the magic of beautiful churches, mommy as director of photographer, her equipment, and many more. Emily is gracious, kind, hardworking, a hustler and the woman we all aspire to be! Lekker luister, Elmé & Margo
Wow, hierdie week se episode is nogal ‘n big deal vir FIVE 2 NINE! Dit is weereens ‘n bevestiging dat mens nie bang moet wees om ‘n kans te vat, ‘n boodskap te tik of ‘n Instagram DM te stuur nie. Ons het ‘n kans gewaag… en nou sit ons in die Eat Out San Pellegrino & Acqua Panna Chef of the year 2019 se “humble kantoor” in Stellenbosch – die uwe BERTUS BASSON. In meeste van ons episodes fokus ons op klein besighede en side hustles, maar Bertus Basson is die ewebeeld van suskses en waar meeste van ons graag sal wil uitkom. Ons het met Bertus gaan gesels in sy “Empire Headquarters” in sy restaurant, Eike, wat ook dien as ‘n produksiekombuis. Bertus se Empire bestaan uit Overture, Eike, Spek & Bone, De Vrije Burger, The Deck op die plaas Hidden Valley en selfs ‘n spysenierings besigheid, Abundance Catering. Vandag is Bertus ‘n huishoudelike naam in Suid-Afrika, met ses televisie programme wat hy al aangebied het soos Braai Master, Chef Huis, Goed Beter Bertus en die mees onlangste, In die Sop. Bo alles is Bertus ‘n lieflike human being wat glo jy moet jouself met goeie mense omring. Hy is ook ‘n familieman wat lief is vir ‘n eenvoudige Saterdagmiddag braai met braaibroodjies en 'n McDonald'sburger nou en dan. Geniet die episode, Bertus se goeie gees en al sy wyshede! Lekker luister! Liefde, Elmé & Margo
Megan McGrath is the owner of McGrath Creative. She is originally from Malawi, but moved to Cape Town to pursue her creative studies. In the creative and designing sphere there is nothing this powerhouse coffee lover cannot do. Megan is a graphic designer, digital marketer, photographer, illustrator, web designer, content creator and the list goes on and on... McGrath Creative was found in 2020 and offers multiple creative services from photography, brand identity development, web development, graphic design, and digital marketing. We chatted about all things small business related, how to start building a brand identity, websites, social media and the value of hashtags. Megan graciously shared her knowledge and gave hands-on social media tips for small businesses. Stay safe and warm. #lekkerluister Liefde Elme & Margo
Angus Prince is a Jack of all trades. He is an IT consultant by day and a fiery salsa dancer by night. The Evolution Dance Company is only one of many entrepreneurial outlets for Angus. Margo even joined one of his salsa classes for beginners! Angus is passionate about music, his community, his daughter, dancing, and helping people reach their full potential. In this week's discussion, we explore the idea of success, how to add value to your community, and authenticity. Angus is filled with bits of wisdom; he is basically a motivational speaker! You will be sure to walk away refreshed and ready to take on the world. Liefde Elme & Margo
The word "burgeon" refers to the beginning phase of growth, when something increases rapidly or when something flourishes. It is, therefore, no surprise that Matthew du Toit, the man behind Burgeon Financial, is passionate about helping small businesses in South Africa with their tax. Yes, we said TAX. In this week's informative episode the Five 2 Nine Team learn more about tax deductions, tax directives for freelancers, registering a business, and tax benefits for small businesses. Matthew was kind enough to share a lot of tips and tricks with us, and we can honestly say that TAX does not scare us that much as it did. Matthew is a new father who works from home and loves plants, his dog Indie, kite surfing (although he has a major fear of sharks), and sharing knowledge in order for others to burgeon as well. With tax season around the corner, we hope this episode will guide you and your Five 2 Nine hustle to flourish financially. Lekker luister!
Since Cari van Coller changed to a plant-based lifestyle, she has been experimenting with new healthy alternative recipes. She is passionate about nature, food, innovation, and sustainability. It is the combinations of these values and devotions that led this bioprocess engineer to start her bite-sized side-hustle, Happie Hummus. In this week's episode, Cari shares some logo-making hacks, vegan "bring & braai" ideas, and shares her insight on following one's dreams. The Five 2 Nine team even learns how to correctly pronounce "hummus"! Liefde Elmé & Margo
It has been two months since we launched our little baby... and what a whirlwind it has been. In this week's episode the Five 2 Nine team stops, takes a breath, looks back at our journey and celebrates the small victory. We give you a life, work and relationship update and answer some questions from the Five 2 Club. We talked about motivation, prioritising responsibilities and making time for yourself. Hier is op nog tien episodes! Lekker luister...Liefde Elmé & Margo
This is a flashback episode! During our launch week, the Five 2 Nine team celebrated by getting tattoos! (You know we love small victories.) We decided to document the special occasion and learn more about our talented tattoo artist Liza Lang. Liza is the mastermind behind Poked by Liza, a small business that specializes in small hand-poked tattoos. Liza is passionate about creating purpose, connecting to her inner being, bringing ideas to life and she has an amazing eye for detail. In this weeks episode, we learn more about her journey and Poked by Liza. We talk about family, safe spaces and getting back to your roots, body positivity and sustainable living. This is a lekker one... Enjoy! Liefde Elme & Margo
The road to success is not always linear. The creator and owner of Tali & Damy Jewellery, Adelaide Mavu, is no stranger to rising above challenging circumstances. Adelaide is a bubbly boss babe entrepreneur and mother of two. Her jewellery business is named after her beautiful kids, Talia and Damian. In this week's episode of FIVE 2 NINE, we talk about overcoming obstacles, the weight of other peoples opinions, how to balance work-life and mom-life, the collaborative spirit of women and the importance of positive self-talk. Adelaide's energy and drive is infectious. This episode is just what you need to kickstart your week. Enjoy! Liefde Elmé & Margo