Investing Is a Marathon, Not a Sprint

15 Timeless Lessons for Long-Term Success By Andró Griessel I didn’t grow up in a household where money was discussed—probably because there wasn’t much to discuss. My parents did their best with what they had, and my Sanlam study policy got me through the first six months of university. After that, a student loan from […]

Emerging markets lead the pack

By Andró Griessel 29 March, 2025 It’s just before 3:00 PM on 11 September 2001, and I’m going about my usual day on the third floor of a former employer, Investec Asset Management (now NinetyOne). Suddenly, someone exclaims in disbelief: “A small plane has just crashed into the World Trade Center.” Immediately, everyone scrambles to […]

Decision-making is not for the faint-hearted

Decision-making is not for the faint-hearted 03 August 2019 If I assume that basic opportunities (like education, family circumstances, access to health services) for all people are the same to start with then I would argue that by far the most significant factor that determines where people end up in their lives is the quality […]

Even with a crystal ball in hand…

Even with a crystal ball in hand… 07 July 2019 Imagine it’s Tuesday morning, 1 December 2015. While your first cup of coffee is waiting for your eager consumption you open your mailbox and spot an email with the subject: OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE, FOR YOUR EYES ONLY.  It is from a buddy of yours who […]

Where will their help come from?

Where will their help come from? “Have you never heard of the cradle-to-grave approach to client service?” a cheeky millennial asked me about two years ago. I tried to sound as diplomatic as possible in my response but in actual fact I wanted to say, “if you expect me and my company to service you […]