Brian Maphosa

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

CEO & Executive Leadership Coach at Human Performance Solutions (Zimbabwe)

Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe

Overview

Brian Maphosa is an executive leadership coach and business strategist, currently serving as the CEO of Human Performance Solutions. He leverages his background as an HR practitioner and his MBA from MANCOSA to help leaders and entrepreneurs unlock their potential. People who have worked with him often describe him as structured, passionate, and a decisive visionary.

Deeply passionate about human potential, Brian dedicates his time to mentoring business professionals and emerging leaders. He focuses on helping them build high-performance teams and cultivate a leadership culture rooted in purpose and discipline. His work is centered around empowering individuals to achieve personal and business success.

Unique fact: Brian previously led a telecommunications company, Aquiva Wireless, where he was instrumental in securing one of only 14 telecom licenses issued in the country.

Personality Overview

Direct & Assertive

Goal-Oriented

Big Vision Person

They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.  They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time. Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.

Topics They Care About

Executive Coaching
As a certified Marshall Goldsmith coach, he works with high-performing leaders to measurably improve their leadership effectiveness using scientifically proven methodologies.
SME Growth
Through his work with The Alpha Group, he helps owners of small and medium-sized enterprises with the goal of doubling the value of their businesses.
Human Capital Development
With a background as an HR practitioner in blue-chip firms, he is passionate about developing people strategy and building resilient, high-performing teams.

Media Appearances

Brian has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2006
CEO & Executive Leadership Coach at Human Performance Solutions (Zimbabwe)
3-2020
Executive Leadership and Team Coach | Marshall Goldsmith SCC Certified Coach | at Marshall Goldsmith Stakeholder Centered Coaching
2-2020 - 3-2021
Regional Director at THE Alpha Group International
12-2018 - 3-2020
Mentor at FasterCapital
2-2009 - 3-2020
Chief Executive and then Non Executive Chairman at Aquiva Wireless

Education

2001 - 2003
MBA from Management College of Southern Africa (MANCOSA)
1986 - 1988
BSc Hons from University of Zimbabwe

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Insights For Selling To Brian

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them at the end if they see a strong value prop in your product; expect an honest answer
  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside
  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine

DONT's

  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option
  • Don't get into pricing discussions early on, steer conversation towards proven results
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Brian is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Brian

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Brian move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Brian take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Brian

Personality Compatibility


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