POWER IN CONTENTMENT

'Don't always wait for perfection the perfect bank balance, or the perfect alignment because it might never be perfect'

NONTOKOZO MAD ONSEL A IS A RECOGNISED AND RESPECTED EXPERT AND LEADER in the corporate business realm. Currently serving as the Group CMO at Momentum Metropolitan Holdings, the fourth-largest insurance group in South Africa, her influence resonates throughout the industry. With a versatile career spanning various sectors, Madonsela has established herself as a pivotal figure in marketing.

Her achievements include winning the Avance Media Most Influential Young South African Business Leader award in 2018, underscoring her unwavering commitment to delivering innovative and impactful marketing solutions.

As a top executive and passionate advocate of bleisure (business & leisure) travel, she deftly navigates the fast-paced corporate landscape with a unique philosophy: embracing the power of contentment and everything that fosters it. In this interview, she offers insight into how integrating travel and leisure into her career not only boosts productivity but also enriches her personal and professional fulfillment.

How would you explain why the statement “There is power in contentment” rings so true?

Somebody once said that being content in life now is the biggest wealth one could ever have. And I think that rang true for me. It’s about being mindful and present, and that for me is just saying, I’m here now, and embracing it. And that’s why I always surface how I feel, because I don’t want things simmering or feel I must suppress my emotions, it’s not healthy. It’s about knowing that you’re experiencing the fullness of life right now, at this moment.

What does the concept of “contentment” mean to you personally and professionally?