Turn Left | LinkedIn Partners for Africa

We hosted the first-ever TURNLEFT AWARDS—a celebration of excellence inspired by our name and our commitment to delivering business-class experiences. These awards recognised the outstanding contributions and dedication of our team members, who embody our values and drive our success. We gathered at the beautiful Buitenverwachting, a serene picnic spot where we enjoyed the sunshine, delicious platters, and fine wine while celebrating the achievements of our incredible team. The TURNLEFT AWARDS featured four categories: 👈 Leftie of the Year Award This prestigious award celebrates the individual whose approach to their work, clients, and team consistently exceeds expectations. It’s for the person you feel most proud of, someone whose performance, attitude, and continuous excellence set them apart—a team member you couldn’t do your job without. 👆 Act First Award This award honours the individual whose actions and behaviour best embody Turn Left’s core values, as recognised by their peers. 👩🎓 Turn Left Academy Award Acknowledging the team member who has shown the most dedication to growth and learning, inspiring others through their pursuit of knowledge. 🌻 Special Recognition Award Celebrating an individual nominated by the management team who has delivered exceptional service and gone above and beyond for the company’s success. And the winners were… Act First Award: Verena Julius Special Recognition Award: Nelly Ndonye Turn Left Academy Award: Dorianne Tharratt Leftie of the Year Award: Sijabulile Ndebele Congratulations to all the winners for embodying the spirit of TURNLEFT and inspiring us all to aim higher. Here's to continuing to uplift and celebrate each other as we grow together. #TurnLeftAwards #Recognition #LeftieoftheYear #ActFirst #LearneroftheYear

Last week, we finished off our epic Year-End Celebration, and what an incredible journey it was! Over three unforgettable days, we celebrated, reflected, and strengthened our bond as a team. The grand finale? The legendary Turn Right Awards! 🏆 On the third and final day, we came together to honour the oops moments that defined the year – because at Turn Left, we believe that every misstep is a step towards growth (and the perfect excuse for some much-needed laughter). From hilarious stories to moments that make us shake our heads (in the best way), the Turn Right Awards reminded us that perfection isn’t the goal – progress is. And finding humour in our mistakes? That’s just how we roll. We can't wait to see what happens next year – because whether we’re turning left or right, we’re always moving forward! 🚀 #TurnLeft #TurnRightAwards #YearEndCelebration #CapeTownVibes

Black Friday is just around the corner! Is your marketing strategy ready to roll? Whether you're fully prepared or still ironing out the details, we’d love to know where you’re at in your planning. #BlackFriday #MarketingStrategy #Poll

Attention Marketers and Brand Strategists in Financial Services! If you're focused on conversions, understanding what drives customer trust is essential. Recent insights reveal that 46% of buyers rate security as their top priority when choosing a provider, with good customer service (37%) and trustworthiness (35%) close behind. In a world where 43% of B2B buyers make “defensive” purchases to minimize risk, building a brand that radiates security, reliability, and transparency is more important than ever. It's no longer just about innovation – it's about being a brand they can depend on. For those shaping brand strategies, this is your cue: Make trust the core of your brand story. #FinancialMarketing #BrandTrust #CustomerConversion

Navigating business can be hard, with so many challenges, sometimes giving up seems like the best option. So being able to celebrate 8 years of seeing success in any industry needs acknowledgement. Read the 8 lessons Marius Greeff has learnt at the 8-year mark since co-founding Turn Left with John Bowles below!

Boat + Cameras + Theatrical = Epic day 2! Day 2 was a blend of relaxation, team spirit, and a dash of glam! We took a unique tour on the Waterfront Duck – a 36-seater amphibious vehicle! From the streets to the waters of the V&A Marina, we saw Cape Town from a fresh perspective. After our Duck tour, we enjoyed a delicious lunch at the Watershed. After freshening up, we gathered at The Studio in Woodstock for a team photoshoot. Dressed in business class style, we captured some fantastic shots with our full African team and had a bit of fun in front of the camera! The evening took us to Stardust Theatrical Dining, where the waitstaff kept us entertained with live performances and Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Singing, dancing, and a lot of laughter filled the night – truly an unforgettable experience! 🎶💃 Day 2 brought us closer together, and we can't wait to share what we got up to on Day 3.

Secret is out! Turn Left is having their 3 day year-end celebration! This is such an important time for the team to drop the virtual connect meetings and come from all parts of Africa to unwind and enjoy time together. Here's a recap of day 1: Our Joburg and Kenya teams landed in CPT. We had an abundance of hugs as many were meeting for the first time. Of course we had to celebrate and cut cake for John Bowles birthday. Our day officially began with a scenic drive to Buitenverwachting . Here we laid on picnic blankets and enjoyed the breeze and sun with delicious platters and wine. In its second year, we 'hosted' the Turn Left awards with 4 categories - Special Recognition, Learner of the Year, Act First, and Leftie of the Year. The day didn't end there! We dined at Dogs Bollocks which is a restaurant popular known for its quirky and unapologetically bold attitude. We spent some time catching up and getting to know everyone over burgers, pizza and of course Tequila! Thanks you Lefties for a memorable day 1! Here's to day 2 #TurnLeft #YearEnd

Happy Birthday to the legend himself, John Bowles! You're not only the numbers guy, but also our talent lead, resident handyman, and—let's not forget—the only guy brave enough to handle a full office of women! From fixing what's broken to keeping us all in stitches with your amazing sense of humour, you make every day at the office a blast. We appreciate everything you do, and we hope your day is filled with as much laughter and fun as you bring to all of us! Cheers to you! #TurnLeftLife #CelebratingYou

Psssstt! The Turn Left team is getting ready to board a flight, and we can’t help but wonder—where are we headed? 🤔 This isn’t just any trip. It is a chance to unwind, reflect, and connect as we wrap up another incredible year together. But that’s all we can share for now... Stay tuned as we unveil more details in the coming days. Trust us; you won’t want to miss the excitement we have in store! Where do you think we’re going? Drop your guesses in the comments below! 👇 #Curiosity #AdventureAwaits #TurnLeftLife

We’re incredibly proud to celebrate our Co-founder, Marius Greeff, as he reached the final milestone in becoming a Certified LinkedIn Marketing Expert – and the first from Africa! 🌍 Last week, Marius joined 29 top marketers from around the world at LinkedIn’s UK office in London for an intensive learning experience. After 90 days of dedicated training, he’s returned with fresh insights, new connections, and enhanced strategies to elevate LinkedIn marketing for African brands. This achievement marks a major step forward for Turn Left, empowering us to bring even more impactful solutions to our clients. Join us in congratulating Marius on this fantastic accomplishment! #CertifiedMarketingExperts #LinkedInMarketing #TurnLeft