Stefaans Coetzee spent 18 years of his life behind bars in a South African prison. During his time in jail, he realized that he needed to break out of the captive mindset that had held him back for so long. With determination and hard work, Stefaans was able to transform his life and turn his experience into a positive force for change.
Today, Stefaans is a respected speaker and consultant who teaches corporate companies how to break free from the barriers of a limited mindset. His life story serves as a powerful example of the transformative power of embracing diversity and overcoming obstacles.
Stefaans’ work is centered around building bridges between different mindsets and transforming workplace diversity into unity. He believes that by embracing differences and working together, companies can drive innovation and unlock their full potential.
Through his inspiring talks and workshops, Stefaans is helping companies to break down barriers in the workplace and grow through different perspectives. His message is one of hope, resilience, and the power of the human spirit to overcome even the most daunting challenges.
Beyond Bars:
Overcoming
Diversity
Myths
in the
Workplace
Some prison stats to think about
About 9 out of IO ex-offenders reoffend in South Africa.
286 prisoners per 100,000 inhabitants
Robin Island prison also hosted a Nobel peace winnere
Lessons to learn
Debunking diversity myths and breaking down barriers in the workplace
Lessons learned from incarceration and how they apply to workplace diversity
Overcoming obstacles and embracing differences to drive innovation
Building bridges between different mindsets to create unity
The importance of growing through different perspectives
Understanding the value of workplace diversity in driving innovation
How to transform diversity into unity
Breaking free from traditional moulds to embrace a diverse workplace
Some issues that will be addressed
How can my boss make more money the me and be on holiday all the time?
How to work with someone who does not greet you
Why can’t I be on Facebook while at work?
Everything goes up, and if feels like my salary is standing still