Workplace Wisdom

Ubuntu by Vuyisile Msila — original book cover

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Ubuntu

Shaping the current workplace with (African) wisdom

Vuyisile Msila

Knowres Publishing · 2015 · ISBN 978-1-86922-559-9

People-centred workplaces, mentoring, openness, shared values and productive work. These ideas connect learning with responsible workplace practice.

CPD reflection: describe a workplace challenge, invite another person's perspective, and record one action you will take together.

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Books & journals

book · Ubuntu & workplace leadership

Ubuntu: Shaping the current workplace with (African) wisdom

Vuyisile Msila · Knowres Publishing, 2015

People-centred leadership, mentoring, openness and shared responsibility. Reflect on one way to include colleagues in a workplace decision.

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book · African transformational leadership

Let Africa Lead

Reuel J. Khoza · 2005

African humanism in business and accountable leadership. Identify how your team can combine shared values with measurable results.

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book · Ethics & professional growth

Attuned Leadership: African Humanism as Compass

Reuel J. Khoza · 2011

Empathy, integrity and leadership connected to the needs of others. Write a practical commitment to strengthen trust with a colleague.

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article · Workplace learning

Ubuntu Worldview: A Traditional African View of Adult Learning in the Workplace

Fredrick Muyia Nafukho · Advances in Developing Human Resources, 2006

Research on Ubuntu and holistic adult learning for life and work. Consider how peer learning could support your next practical task.

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article · Reflective practice

Rethinking Education Leadership through Self-Reflection: Examining the TURNS Model

Vuyisile Msila · Research in Educational Administration & Leadership, 2021

Leadership self-reflection and context-sensitive practice. Review a recent decision and note what you would do differently.

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journal · Professional development

Advances in Developing Human Resources

SAGE Journals

Research journal covering human resource development, adult learning and workplace practice.

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