By Roland Innes, Group CEO at DYNA Training Today’s business environment is often fragmented – both geographically and digitally, as well as across various departments. Without emotional intelligence (EQ), teams can easily fall into cycles of blame or become disconnected from one another. Like captains uniting diverse athletes, EQ also helps corporate leaders break silos,
By Roland Innes, Group CEO at DYNA Training Artificial Intelligence (AI) and workplace chat tools are transforming how organisations operate, communicate, and manage workloads. For middle managers, this shift is particularly profound. Tasks that once dominated daily management responsibilities, such as analysing performance, creating reports, and managing projects, are rapidly being automated, challenging middle managers
By Roland Innes, Group CEO at DYNA Training Despite emotional intelligence (EQ) being the key to building resilience and trust in high-stakes, high-stress environments – whether in elite sports or business – many organisations still struggle to cultivate emotionally intelligent, high-performing teams through effective leadership. Instead, companies typically prioritise critical business metrics, including revenue, safety
By Roland Innes, Managing Director at DYNA Training It has become increasingly clear that Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is not a bonus skill; it is essential for meaningful leadership in modern business. We’re seeing a significant shift from viewing it as a “soft skill” to recognising EQ as a strategic necessity, vital for leadership development and
By Roland Innes, Managing Director at DYNA Training Solutions There has been much debate in South Africa around the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and its recently released fee structure. Although the QCTO, intended to elevate the quality and credibility of occupational qualifications, there is growing concern among training providers, employers, and learners
By Roland Innes, Group CEO of DYNA Training Emotional intelligence (EQ) has become a critical skill for modern leaders aiming to advance their careers. In an era where technology manages routine tasks, EQ is what differentiates leaders by enabling them to inspire, engage, and create cohesive teams. Leaders with strong EQ cultivate a culture where
By Roland Innes, Group CEO of DYNA Training Emotional intelligence (EQ) has become a critical skill for modern leaders aiming to advance their careers. In an era where technology manages routine tasks, EQ is what differentiates leaders by enabling them to inspire, engage, and create cohesive teams. Leaders with strong EQ cultivate a culture where
By Roland Innes, Group CEO at DYNA Training The initial directive from the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) indicating a deadline of 30 June 2024 for enrolments in legacy qualifications sent shockwaves through the education and training sector. With legacy qualifications expiring and no clear path forward within the QCTO Sub-Framework, both learners
By Roland Innes, Group CEO at DYNA Training and Leigh-Ann Revill, CEO and Principal at Chartall Business College The Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) presents a promising foundation for building a skilled workforce in South Africa. However, a vital question remains: how can employers ensure a steady pipeline of talent with the necessary
By Roland Innes, Group Chief Executive Officer at DYNA Training South Africa is at a crossroads of a significant educational and vocational transition as the implementation of the Occupational Qualifications Sub Framework (OQSF) and the roll-out of occupational programmes gain significant momentum. The CEO of the QCTO, Mr. Vijayen Naidoo, has announced that the
