Stop Hiring Without a Contract! HR Mistakes SMMEs Make | Let’s Check In SMME Edition

Are you hiring staff on a “trust me” basis? “Part 1”You might be putting your entire business at risk. In this episode of Let’s Check In: SMME Edition, Vuyani Nashwa and HR expert Lerato Modise from “Modise Training Academy” reveal why proper employee contracts are non-negotiable.

Whether you are hiring a cleaner, an admin assistant, or even “hiring yourself” as a director, this conversation covers the essential paperwork you need to stay out of trouble with the CCMA and Department of Labour.

Key discussion points:
✅ The danger of verbal agreements.
✅ Essential clauses every contract must have.
✅ How to write a clear Job Description.
✅ HR compliance made simple for startups.

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Coach Kas Naidoo on Loneliness, Choosing the Right Partner and Today’s Relationships

In this episode of Let’s Check In, we sit down with Coach Kas Naido, a relationship coach with more than 25 years of experience helping people strengthen how they love, connect and choose partners.

This conversation breaks down the issues many people face today, from loneliness to the pressure of finding someone who truly fits.

Here’s what we get into:
• Why so many people feel lonely even when they aren’t alone
• What to look for when choosing a partner
• How roles in relationships and marriage are shifting
• What it really takes to build a healthy, lasting connection

If you want a real look at modern love and practical guidance you can actually apply, this episode will help you understand yourself and your relationships on a deeper level.

 

Most Hustlers Stay Broke: The Huslers Empowerment Initiative Program Is Changing That

Something unusual is happening in South Africa’s hustle economy. A growing group of young entrepreneurs entered The Hustlers Empowerment Initiative with side hustles — and left with structured businesses. No hype. No easy promises. Just strategy, discipline, and execution.

Hosted by Lawrence Khekhe, this program is quietly becoming a blueprint for township entrepreneurs who are tired of survival hustling and ready to build something real.

This episode takes you inside the second cohort, where the lessons were straightforward:

• Hustling isn’t enough unless you can scale

• Motivation won’t build a business plan

• Income follows execution, not dreams

Watch and decide for yourself: Is this the missing link between hustle culture and real entrepreneurship?

 

COIDA Simplified for Entrepreneurs | Let’s Check In: SMME Edition Ep 5

In this SMME Edition of the Let’s Check In podcast, we sit down with Lerato to unpack the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA) — what it means, who it protects, and why every small business in South Africa needs to understand it.

Whether you’re an employer, employee, or entrepreneur, this episode breaks down COIDA in simple, practical terms to help you stay compliant and protect your team.

🟢 Topics Covered:

What COIDA is and why it matters

Who qualifies for compensation The employer’s legal responsibilities

How to handle workplace injuries correctly

Common mistakes SMMEs make with COIDA

🎙️ Host: Vuyani

💬 Guest: Lerato From Modise training academy

📍 Series: SMME Edition | Let’s Check In Podcast

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Understanding UIF: What Every SMME Owner Should Know | Let’s Check In: SMME Edition Ep 4

Are you a small business owner confused about UIF?

🤔 Host Vuyani sits down with Lerato from Modise Training Academy to break down exactly what every SMME owner needs to know about the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) — who should register, how to pay, and why it matters.

No jargon, no stress — just real answers to help you stay compliant and protect your business.

🎙️ Let’s Check In: SMME Edition — Real talk for real entrepreneurs.

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The day after trauma here’s – How to heal | l Let’s check in with Vuyani Ep2 S2

The hardest day isn’t the moment the trauma happens — it’s the day after. When the world keeps moving, but you’re still trying to breathe.
 
Join us on Let’s Check In, as I talk with spiritual healer and intuitive life coach Lihle Khanya, founder of LihleKhanya.co.za . She shares the raw, honest truth about what recovery looks like from within — no sugarcoating, just real healing.
 
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “How do I move on?”, this conversation is for you.
 
💬 Share this with someone who needs it today. 🎧 Tune in. Reflect. Heal. Let’s Check In.
 
🔗 Explore more with Lihle: lihlekhanya.co.za
 
📲 Find her on WhatsApp: +27 73 388 6596 📩 Email: info@lihlekhanya.co.za
 
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Introduction to Labour Law Basics in South Africa | Let’s Check In: SMME Edition

Are you starting a business or hiring your first employee in South Africa? 🇿🇦 Before you do, make sure you understand the labour laws that protect your business and your team.

In this episode of Let’s Check In: SMME Edition, host Vuyani chats with Lerato from Modise Training Academy to break down the four key South African labour acts every new employer must know:

1️⃣ Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA)

2️⃣ Labour Relations Act (LRA)

3️⃣ Employment Equity Act (EEA)

4️⃣ Skills Development Act (SDA)

Learn how to:

✅ Stay compliant with South African labour laws

✅ Draft fair and legal employment contracts

✅ Build a positive workplace culture

✅ Avoid the most common mistakes new employers make

If you’re serious about growing your business the right way, this episode gives you a simple introduction to South African labour law and helps you stay compliant as your SMME expands.

👉 Subscribe to Let’s Check In Podcast for more weekly conversations on business compliance, SMME growth, and entrepreneurship in South Africa.

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What AI still can’t do – the power of being human | Ep1 S2

We’re kicking off Season 2 with a powerful question — Can AI ever replace the human touch?
 
In this episode, Vuyani sits down with Gerald to unpack what truly makes us human in an age ruled by technology. From emotion and creativity to purpose and intuition — this conversation will change how you see AI forever.
 
Watch till the end for insights that every entrepreneur, creator, and dreamer needs right now!
 
Stay connected — Follow @letscheckinwithnetwork on all platforms for more episodes that inspire and educate the SMME community.
 
 

Introduction SARS compliance

Think you understand SARS compliance? Think again!

In this episode of Let’s Check In with Vuyani – SMME Edition, we sit down with Lerato from Modise Training Academy to unpack everything small business owners need to know about SARS and tax compliance. From registration to returns, we break down how to keep your business legal, stress-free, and ready for growth.

Whether you’re starting your SMME or already running one, this episode will help you avoid costly mistakes and stay ahead of SARS the smart way.

Tune in now and learn how to make compliance work for your business, not against it.

#SMME #SARS #TaxCompliance #BusinessBasics #Entrepreneurship #LetsCheckInPodcast

Master CIPC Compliance: CIPC Training with Lerato | Let’s Check In: SMME Edition

This episode is the very first of Let’s Check In: SMME Edition, setting the foundation for your podcast’s mission to bridge the information gap for small businesses.

Welcome to Episode 1! In the Let’s Check In: SMME Edition launch, Vuyani hosts Lerato from Modise Training Academy for a deep dive into CIPC training—helping South African SMMEs get compliant, register companies, and thrive. Start your business journey with us