HelloKindred

01/05/2026

Workers' Day is an excellent opportunity to acknowledge those who contribute their efforts behind the scenes. The ones who consistently arrive and ensure everything runs smoothly every single day. Here’s to a wonderful day and a much-deserved extended weekend. If you're setting off on a trip, travel safely and enjoy the break.

24/04/2026

As South Africans head into the long weekend, with Freedom Day on Monday, it feels like a good moment to pause and honour the journey we’ve walked, the progress we’ve made and the people who made it possible.

A gentle reminder too of the role we each play in shaping what freedom looks like, every day, in how we show up, support one another and move forward together.

25/12/2025

As the year draws to a close, we want to wish our global community a very Merry Christmas & Happy New Year.

To our clients, partners, and the remarkable talent who work so hard throughout the year, we hope the festive season gives you the space to slow down, rest well, and reconnect with the people who matter most.

Thank you for the trust, the collaboration, and the shared wins this year! Here’s to meaningful moments, joyful connection, and a refreshed start to the year ahead.

With gratitude,
The HelloKindred Team

17/12/2025

Future-fit teams aren’t built overnight — they’re built with intention.

The CMOs who are winning today are the ones who are already shaping the skills, structures, and behaviours their teams will need in 2026.

From smarter operating models to flexible talent pathways, success starts with designing for the future, not reacting to it. Want to find out how? Have a read of Glass, our Chief of Commercial's article on this very issue. https://bit.ly/4rSNNye

14/12/2025

As Hanukkah begins, we’re wishing a joyful Festival of Lights to our community, clients, partners, and incredible talent around the world.

To our humans who show up every day with creativity, commitment, and heart—thank you. You inspire us constantly, and we are so grateful for the light you bring into the work you do and the people you impact.

May this season be filled with peace, reflection, and meaningful moments with family and friends. Wishing you warmth, connection, and celebration.

17/10/2025

To all who are celebrating, may this Diwali bring you joy, prosperity, and moments of connection with loved ones. Let’s take inspiration from this special occasion to brighten not just our workplaces, but the world around us.

Wishing you and your families a sparkling Diwali filled with love and laughter! ✨🎆

10/10/2025

On World Mental Health Day, we’re reminded of the importance of kindness, connection, and care—for ourselves and for one another. We believe that fostering a supportive and inclusive environment is not just a value—it’s a responsibility. Whether it’s checking in on a friend, offering a listening ear, or taking a moment to prioritize your own well-being, every act of care matters.

Let’s continue to create spaces where it’s okay to not be okay and where asking for help is always encouraged. Together, we can break the stigma and champion mental health.

07/10/2025

We measure our lives in years, yet they consist of days made up of fleeting moments. As we age, we recognize the increasing value of time.

This inspired HelloKindred to create HelloMoneypenny. It’s not just another service; it's personal. It's about safeguarding what matters: your peace, presence, and time for what truly counts. With fractional virtual assistants, you can reclaim days in your week for meaningful pursuits. Plus, we’ve designed HelloMoneypenny to offer a seamless, human experience like HelloKindred.

We’d appreciate your support as we launch. If you know someone who could benefit from Moneypenny, tag them or send us a note. We also have exciting referral perks!

Our aim is to succeed not just for ourselves but to help others spend more time where it truly matters.

Check out our webpage: https://loom.ly/HzA6fVw or WhatsApp us at +27 79 068 7262.

30/09/2025

The most exquisite luxury is not money. It is time.

Deep down we all know it, no amount of money can buy back the moments that really matter. That is why HelloMoneypenny exists part of the HelloKindred family, created for those who have too much to do and too little time.

💡 Read our latest blog: The most exquisite luxury: Time - https://loom.ly/tA_6B2E

Discover why time is the most exquisite luxury in today’s fast-paced world. Learn how HelloMoneypenny helps reclaim your time with premium assistant services designed for ease, balance, and meaningful living.

06/08/2025

CMOs are under new pressure: do more with less. Gartner reports marketing spend has dropped to just 7.7% of revenue—a steep decline from 9.1% pre-pandemic.

Yet expectations around growth and CX haven’t eased.

Leading teams are responding by adopting flexible talent models; fractional leaders, embedded creatives, and agile squads to protect brand quality and pipeline.

How are you tackling leaner budgets while protecting ROI?

31/07/2025

Steering Your Marketing Future: Why CCO Roland Glass Says Now Is the Time

Roland recently shared powerful insights in “Steering your marketing into the future.” He highlights that today’s marketing leaders must pivot faster, smarter, and with greater agility—leveraging AI, hybrid teams, creative strategy, and global talent to remain ahead of the curve.

Why this matters for marketers & leaders:
• Agile talent + global reach: Sourcing diverse, nearshore remote talent—especially from markets like South Africa—unlocks fresh creativity and cultural intelligence, all at competitive cost.
• Strategy-first resourcing: As Roland notes, aligning talent with your core strategy and operating model is essential before building capability .
• AI powered creativity: With automation and AI handling routine tasks, marketers can focus on strategic storytelling, cultural insight, and quality—areas where human judgment truly matters.

Your next steps as a marketing leader? Browse the carousel.

As Roland and Andisa Ntsubane said: “African marketing talent is being recognised on the global stage”
If you're in the C-suite or leading a marketing function, now’s the moment to rethink team structures, capabilities—and where your next big ideas will come from.

👉 Read the full article here and let’s discuss: How are you reshaping your team to win in today’s marketing landscape? https://loom.ly/8bO6y4g