Kismet Compass
Hendrik Bothma
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About This Podcast
“No studio. No fancy gear. Just me, my iPad, and the climb.”
I’m starting this podcast the way most journeys begin; imperfect, a little rough around the edges, but real.
These are raw reflections on coaching, leadership, courage, and growth. The wins, the wobbles, and the wisdom I’m gathering as I build from the ground up.
Because leadership isn’t about waiting until everything’s perfect, it’s about showing up, even when it’s messy.
If this sparked something in you, follow along. I’m sharing my journey and reflections for real.
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S1E21 Ubuntu and the Long Walk to Leadership Episode 9 Season finale
Episode 9 closes this chapter of Ubuntu and the Long Walk to Leadership. This final conversation reflects on freedom, legacy, and the impact we leave behind as leaders, coaches, and human beings. As…
S1E20 Ubuntu and the Long Walk to Leadership Episode 8
We’ve spoken about courage and resilience. Today, we turn to compassion, the leadership quality Mandela embodied even toward those who opposed him.
S1E19 Ubuntu and the Long Walk to Leadership Episode 7
Today, we focus on resilience, the ability to keep walking when the road is long and the obstacles are heavy.
S1E18 Ubuntu and the Long Walk to Leadership Episode 6
Inspired by Nelson Mandela’s Long Walk to Freedom. Today, we begin with the courage it takes to start. Mandela’s journey was not a straight path, it was filled with setbacks, sacrifices, and moments…
S1E17 Ubuntu and the Long Walk to Leadership Episode 5
Ubuntu means success is shared. In this episode, we focus on equity, growth, and contribution practical ways to lead for long‑term performance, retention, and community impact. If this speaks to…
S1E16 Ubuntu and the Long Walk to Leadership Episode 4
Reconciliation at work is courage with tenderness. In this episode, we share the Four Doors: Truth, Hearing, Amends, and Reintegration a humane path for repairing harm and moving forward together
S1E15 Ubuntu and the Long Walk to Leadership Episode 3
Ubuntu teams carry each other through complexity. In this episode, we share three practices: the Ubuntu Circle, the Team Covenant, and the Commons, simple rituals for belonging, accountability, and…
S1E14 Ubuntu and the Long Walk to Leadership Episode 2
Compassionate leadership is courageous daily practice. In this episode, we put Ubuntu into action: presence in listening, fairness in decisions, and shared voice in meetings, plus goals that honor…
S1E13 Ubuntu & The Long Walk to Leadership Episode 1
Ubuntu & the Long Walk to Leadership Episode 1In this episode we step into the heart of Ubuntu - the powerful idea “I am because we are” More than a philosophy, Ubuntu is a way of leading,…
S1E12 Ubuntu and the long walk to leadership episode 0 introduction
Ubuntu and the long walk to leadership. Episode 0 the series introduction:Ready to make work feel more human?In this series we explore the leadership journey shaped by Ubuntu (I am because we are)…
S1E11 Viking Vibes Re-Cap
Today is a new chapter, take a moment to breathe…Look back, and see the shape the journey we’ve been walking on together has taken. Let’s Re-Cap:
S1E10 Viking Vibes Episode 9 The Flame of Originality
Today, we speak of originality, the spark that makes you legendary.
S1E9 Viking Vibes Episode 8 Even Odin Mourns
Today, we speak of compassion, not weakness, but wisdom. The heart is a compass. Let’s follow it.
S1E8 Viking Vibes Episode 7 Standing Alone, Standing True
Today, we speak of independence. Not rebellion. Not arrogance. But the quiet power of standing firm.
S1E7 Viking Vibes Episode 6 The Call to Valhalla
Every leader hears a call to grow, few choose to answer it. In this episode we explore three core principles of high‑performance leadership: It’s a reminder that personal development isn’t a…
S1E6 Viking Vibes Episode 5 Sailing the Longboat
Today, we’ll dive into team dynamics through the Fish Philosophy, and explore how ‘Choose Your Attitude’ means choosing the right one, not just the happy one.
S1E5 Viking Vibes Episode 4 The Shield Maidens
Compassionate leadership is about protecting your team, but it’s also about protecting yourself. Today, we’ll explore why compassion matters, what research says, and how you can wield your shield…
S1E4 Viking Vibes Episode 3 The Shield Wall
Want trust? Stop asking for it. Build agreements. In this episode, I give you the Shield Wall: no surprises, respect the role, learn out loud. Plus a Three-Drum Check-in that makes safety real…
S1E3 Viking Vibes Episode 2 The Fog of Communication
Here’s the truth most leaders don’t want to admit; saying a thing is not the same as landing a thing. If your message doesn’t change behaviour, it wasn’t clear. It was noise.
S1E2 Viking vibes Episode 1 The Viking Compass - Clear leadership
I believe clear leadership is the compass of modern teams. It’s not just a nice‑to‑have. It’s essential. And today, I want to explore why research proves it works, and how you can bring clarity into…
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Kismet Compass has published 21 episodes since March 2026, covering topics in Education, Personal Journals.
Kismet Compass is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 5m.
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