Nishan Pillay

Nov 25, 2024 | leader.co.za | Nishan Pillay

In this digital world, human attributes such as creativity, communication, curiosity, and the ability to be comfortable with constant ambiguity often make for the most successful leaders. What are the non-negotiable skills and attitudes leaders need in the new digital era? And in a world eager for connection, where does the intersection between people and technology lie?

Nov 20, 2024 | acumenmagazine.co.za | Eugene Yiga |Maanda Tshifularo |Nishan Pillay |Ian MacLeod

As chief information security officer of the MTN Group, Justin Williams has led this function for over eight years. But even though he’s transformed security across the telecommunications organisation, much like he did as executive director responsible for cybersecurity at EY, it can be hard to keep up. “There’s so much happening in the world around us, with numerous pressures that translate into activities impacting us directly,” he says.

Nov 13, 2024 | acumenmagazine.co.za | Maanda Tshifularo |Nishan Pillay |Ian MacLeod |Eugene Yiga

Whether work is thought of as a great or an unpleasant place is often a reflection of the company culture, and more importantly, the company leadership. Organisations are inanimate so it’s leaders who shape an environment for good or not. Looking at them on paper, most people would agree with the principles of humane leadership, and perhaps even claim them as their own leadership style. But often, in the face of targets, deadlines, recessions, and other challenges, these principles evaporate.

Nov 10, 2024 | acumenmagazine.co.za | Nishan Pillay |Ian MacLeod |Eugene Yiga |Humane Workspaces

In this digital world, human attributes such as creativity, communication, curiosity, and the ability to be comfortable with constant ambiguity often make for the most successful leaders. What are the non-negotiable skills and attitudes leaders need in the new digital era? And in a world eager for connection, where does the intersection between people and technology lie?