Mongezi C Makhalima, PhD

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DISC Type : Di

Associate Educator & Orchestrator at Duke Corporate Education

City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Overview

Dr. Mongezi C Makhalima is a globally recognized leadership expert, author, and executive coach with over 30 years of experience. He is an Associate Educator at Duke Corporate Education and holds a PhD in Organisational Psychology. People often describe him as passionate, knowledgeable, and impactful in his coaching and facilitation.

He is deeply involved in advancing African leadership and serves as Chairman for the Forgotten Angle Theatre Collaborative, reflecting a passion for the arts, particularly contemporary theatre and dance. He is also involved in the music and film sectors as a non-executive director on several boards.

He is the coach that other coaches, global leaders, and legendary artists turn to for guidance.

Personality Overview

Friendly Challenger

Impact-Oriented

Confident

They measure a product on its merit but can be influenced by strong testimonials.  They usually prefer to drive the conversation. They don’t mind taking a stand if they believe in something.

Topics They Care About

Multipolar Leadership
Co-authored the book "Mosaic Leadership, " which focuses on leadership from African, Asian, and Middle Eastern perspectives, moving beyond Western models.
Coaching Psychology
Holds an MA in Coaching Psychology and chairs The Africa Board for Coaching, Consulting and Coaching Psychology, indicating deep expertise and commitment to the field.
Work-Based Learning
As Managing Director of The Africa Centre for Work-Based Learning, he is actively developing what he calls a "university of the future" where work itself is learning.

Media Appearances

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Work History

7-2019
Associate Educator & Orchestrator at Duke Corporate Education
2-2018 - 9-2024
Lecturer: Leadership, Coaching & Organisational Development at University of the Witwatersrand
6-2016 - 1-2023
Trustee at Arts & Culture Trust
4-2014
Chairman at Forgotten Angle Theatre Collaborative (FATC)
1-2012
Managing Director at The Africa Centre for Work Based Leaning

Education

2005 - 2007
MA Coaching Psychology from Middlesex University
1997 - 2000
MBA from North-West University / Noordwes-Universiteit

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Exp : 19 Location : City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Associate Educator & Orchestrator at Duke Corporate Education
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DO's

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DONT's

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  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine
  • Don’t be very informal even if they are being so themselves

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

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