{"id":18326,"date":"2024-05-10T10:46:48","date_gmt":"2024-05-10T08:46:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/?p=18326"},"modified":"2024-05-10T10:46:48","modified_gmt":"2024-05-10T08:46:48","slug":"anything-but-ordinary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/blog\/2024\/05\/10\/anything-but-ordinary\/","title":{"rendered":"Anything but ordinary"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Brenda has done her fair share of moving around over the years, but is happy to call Mbombela home for the time being. She smilingly says that it is a case of \u2018wherever I lay my head is home\u2019. \u201cMy son has even told me on several occasions that he really hopes that this time we stay put, as he really doesn\u2019t want to move again!\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Brenda\u2019s career started off in the field of commerce teaching, although deep down she always knew she wouldn\u2019t be a teacher for long. Three years later she joined an NGO affiliated with the Women\u2019s World Bank, which placed her squarely on an international platform. \u201cThe organisation was responsible for assisting women to start their own income-generating projects in order to be self-sufficient,\u201d she explains. \u201cThis was my career springboard and breakthrough; it exposed me to so much more than I was used to.\u201d<\/p>\n<div id='gallery-1' class='gallery galleryid-18326 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-large'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/blog\/2024\/05\/10\/anything-but-ordinary\/2-30\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"984\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/2-724x1024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/2-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/2-283x400.jpg 283w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/2-768x1086.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/2-1086x1536.jpg 1086w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/2-1448x2048.jpg 1448w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/2-297x420.jpg 297w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/2-696x985.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/2-1068x1511.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/2-1920x2716.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/2-scaled.jpg 1810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/blog\/2024\/05\/10\/anything-but-ordinary\/3-27\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"984\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/3-724x1024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/3-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/3-283x400.jpg 283w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/3-768x1086.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/3-1086x1536.jpg 1086w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/3-1448x2048.jpg 1448w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/3-297x420.jpg 297w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/3-696x985.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/3-1068x1511.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/3-1920x2716.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/3-scaled.jpg 1810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p>From there Brenda joined another skills training institute that offered her a scholarship from the British Council to study in the United Kingdom, where she completed her masters in business administration with the Durham University Business School. Since then, Brenda\u2019s career has taken many turns, from negotiating trade talks to working with industrial development zones, both locally and internationally. But her true passion has always lain with making a difference in people\u2019s lives, specifically when it comes to gender issues.<\/p>\n<p>In 2021, Brenda followed her heart and established The Mentorship Academy (TMA), an organisation based on helping young women to succeed. \u201cTMA focuses on the guidance of young women,\u201d she says, \u201cthe whole aim of which is to build a pipeline of young women who are confident enough and equipped to take up leadership roles, women who are supported and empowered enough to deal with the traditional difficulties they face, whatever prevents them from reaching their goals.\u201d<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>There were so many challenges, the worst of which was gender discrimination. I looked back and realised that if I had had a mentor, things would have been that much easier<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Brenda describes the difficulties she experienced during her career. \u201cThere were so many challenges, the worst of which was gender discrimination. I looked back and realised that if I had had a mentor, things would have been that much easier. However, through the many challenges, I was always able to bounce back, but not everyone is as resilient, and I also think it comes down to self-worth. I wanted to establish a platform on which young women can be mentored by experienced men and women, men and women with a vast wealth of leadership experience.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Brenda\u2019s most challenging times were experienced between the ages of 25 and 35. Research shows that this is the most critical stage in a women\u2019s life cycle, the age when many women are establishing their careers or experiencing significant advancements. \u201cIt involves balancing career aspirations with personal goals, such as starting a family, perhaps dealing with fertility concerns, financial considerations and societal expectations, etc. This can be stressful, and without any help or guidance, you can easily give up on your dreams. What was even more of a problem for me was the lack of ambition &#8211; how few young women aspired to leadership roles. My vision is to help them unleash their hidden leadership potential.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>One of the great things about the digital age is how it connects people from all over, and TMA is no exception. Brenda\u2019s mentors come from all over the world, which means she travels more often than not. \u201cMy work life is highly demanding, and I sometimes find it difficult to balance the many roles, especially being a present mother to my son, Umelwe [12], and my family, which includes Jaden, our little dog. I also have to find time for my studies! I\u2019m currently doing research with the University of Northampton in the UK, which comes with its own challenges. My family is very supportive, which really helps me to cope.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Brenda describes herself as resilient, determined and a go-getter. She is inspired by interactions with friends, family, colleagues, mentors and even strangers. \u201cI love learning from other people\u2019s experiences,\u201d she smiles. \u201cIdeas and perspectives motivate and challenge me to always explore new possibilities, and overcoming obstacles is a powerful source of inspiration &#8211; it makes me discover my inner strength and determination.\u201d<\/p>\n<div id='gallery-2' class='gallery galleryid-18326 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-large'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/blog\/2024\/05\/10\/anything-but-ordinary\/6-15\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"984\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/6-724x1024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/6-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/6-283x400.jpg 283w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/6-768x1086.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/6-1086x1536.jpg 1086w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/6-1448x2048.jpg 1448w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/6-297x420.jpg 297w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/6-696x985.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/6-1068x1511.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/6-1920x2716.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/6-scaled.jpg 1810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/blog\/2024\/05\/10\/anything-but-ordinary\/5-18\/'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"984\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/5-724x1024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/5-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/5-283x400.jpg 283w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/5-768x1086.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/5-1086x1536.jpg 1086w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/5-1448x2048.jpg 1448w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/5-297x420.jpg 297w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/5-696x985.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/5-1068x1511.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/5-1920x2716.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/05\/5-scaled.jpg 1810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p>When Brenda is at home, she loves spending time with Umelwe and Jaden, and their favourite place to go to is Kaapsehoop. \u201cIt\u2019s quiet but adventurous,\u201d she says, \u201cUmelwe can go horse riding, we can go walking along the trails &#8211; it\u2019s peaceful and beautiful. And there are so many places to sit and have a quiet meal in lovely surroundings.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Brenda has already helped countless young mentees to see their potential and set the stage for great things. She stresses that young people must realise the sole responsibility for defining their future lies with them. \u201cI always say the world is your oyster and a positive attitude will always help you to navigate tough times and challenges. Complaining and doubting yourself will not help at all. Try something new, seek help, and above all, never give up.\u201d<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>And I\u2019m still aiming high. I always wanted to make a difference in people\u2019s lives<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Right now, this dynamic woman\u2019s main priority is to finish her research with the University of Northampton, and then to complete her doctorate. \u201cTo be honest, I have always seen myself in a much higher position than I am in now &#8211; although, having said that, I am quite happy with what I have achieved,\u201d she smiles. \u201cAnd I\u2019m still aiming high. I always wanted to make a difference in people\u2019s lives, I wanted to break the norm and be involved in providing solutions. 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