Paul Tanton

I am a Leadership Entrepreneur. Innovate, coach, teach, lead to empower people to achieve their goals to make a difference wherever they live and work.

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@VusiThembekwayo agreed, if you consider what small % SME's add to GDP there is much scope for improvement!

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Critical Habits of a 21st Century Leader - https://t.co/qq4u1uREml Welcome to 2026. Leadership is influence, not position. Small daily habits create big change. This quarter I’ll share 10 practical habits to help you lead with trust, clarity and purpose—wherever you are.

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Grateful for our partnership in 2025. https://t.co/DQuCVuwj9n As 2025 draws to a close, thank you for your trust and partnership. Together we’ve strengthened leaders, teams, and communities across South Africa. Onward to 2026 with purpose.

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Leadership Lessons from 2025 - https://t.co/d9PQ65U6bN Military life taught discipline but also the limits of command-and-control. In today’s diverse workplaces, collaboration and shared leadership matter far more than rigid hierarchy. #leadership #collaboration

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Leadership Lessons from 2025 - https://t.co/C0u04xpFjT School leadership often rewards popularity, not substance. Anthony Albanese’s humble rise reminds us that real leadership is built on resilience, authenticity, and service. Remember:humility is a building block of leadership.

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Leadership Lessons from 2025 - https://t.co/7oX0S8cREo As Black Friday urges us to buy more, @Patagonia chose values over profit using the “Don’t Buy This Jacket” 2011 campaign. True leadership protects purpose not power or sales. Values speak louder than discounts.#BetterThanNew

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Leadership Lessons from 2025 - https://t.co/ZzhTe2rFer Davos reminds us that true progress comes from reflection and collaboration. In the Intelligent Age, Africa must move beyond isolation—embrace learning, innovation, and partnership. The world is changing, and so must we.

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Leadership lessons from 2025 - https://t.co/Iy8dudVcOn Donald Trump’s bold actions—like demolishing the White House East Wing for a ballroom—raise key leadership questions. Getting things done is admirable, but without authenticity, humility, and credibility, trust collapses.

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Leadership lessons from 2025 - https://t.co/tuMRs28o7d “It’s not experience that teaches, but reflection.” – John Maxwell. While in the Limpopo bushveld, I reflected on 2025. Like Li Qiang of China, clarity and focus build futures that inspire others to follow. #Leadership

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The Collective Journey with Clients, Partners, and Communities - https://t.co/4WsJCmv0Tb Our 10-year U-Vita journey has been like a family road trip—filled with laughter, lessons, and lasting relationships. Grateful to every client and partner who shared the road! #U__Vita10

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2025 - 2035 Looking Ahead - The Next 10 Years - https://t.co/SiyFnMBSIp Heard an amazing Eminem & Lauren Daigle song—until I discovered it was AI-generated! A reminder that as tech evolves, true leadership must stay human: real, empathetic, and authentic. #AI #Leadership

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2015 - 2025 Transforming Leaders, Transforming Africa - https://t.co/M82S1HP0Jv Ten years ago, I discovered a story that reshaped my view of transformation. As U-Vita turns 10, its message still rings true, the real change begins within. #Leadership #Transformation

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2015 - 2025 - from Chaos to Clarity - https://t.co/PFwpIPa62a Starting a business isn’t easy. I launched U-Vita amid chaos. Ten years later, I’ve learned that clarity comes from stillness — like muddy water settling clear. Join our 10-year celebration 👉 https://t.co/shHg4L5hQa

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The Power of Purpose - https://t.co/VDcbRNjUbv At 14, a compass guided me on hikes, without it, I’d lose my way. In leadership, values are that compass. U-Vita's, values and purpose keep us on course. Join us on 10 Oct to celebrate our journey. Book here: https://t.co/shHg4L5hQa

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The Power of Purpose - Leading with Values for a Decade - https://t.co/VDcbRNjUbv

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Entrepreneurial Leadership when resources are constrained - https://t.co/k0kaLupS31

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Leadership in Education Reform - https://t.co/boECFcagq9

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Leadership in Education Reform - https://t.co/boECFc9IAB Visited my school after 50 yrs—change is constant. AI & new industries demand leaders who teach how to learn. Visionary schools must build agility, creativity & lifelong skills. #Leadership #Education #FutureReady

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Tribalism, Nationalism, and Inclusive Leadership - https://t.co/zYEnokMnz3 At a teacher’s memorial, I saw the power of belonging. Old school ties unite, but can also exclude. Leaders must harness this spirit inclusively—building pride and unity that ripple across our nation.

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Tribalism, Nationalism, and Inclusive Leadership - https://t.co/zYEnokMnz3

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The rise of Digital Leadership in Africa - https://t.co/nGo2p1pu6N Africa’s future rests on digital leadership. Tech is streamlining services—but change comes when leaders mix digital fluency with empathy, empower youth & women, and build inclusive systems to fight poverty.