In this episode, Lindy Taylor sits down with Candice Seggie, Chief People Officer at Solar Africa, to unpack how truly effective culture elevates organisations—well beyond slogans to something authentically lived. Explore the real-world impact of employee engagement, thoughtful leadership, and innovative people strategies on business success and retention.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

[00:00] – Preparing employees for meaningful engagement and managing organisational change

[04:12] – Why regular surveys and transparent feedback loops drive genuine participation

[09:40] – Rethinking workplace flexibility to support diverse teams

[14:22] – How candour and communication build psychological safety and trust

[18:55] – Customising perks and mental health support to boost wellbeing and loyalty

[23:10] – Leadership development and consistent coaching for high-performing teams

[27:45] – The HR metrics that matter for recruitment, performance, and retention

[32:00] – Why great culture retains talent even in highly competitive sectors

💡 Key Topics:

employee engagement - workplace flexibility - mental health and wellbeing - leadership coaching - performance management - HR metrics - staff retention - company culture - exit interviews - talent attraction - Solar Africa - African business - organisational growth - operational excellence

Connect with Candice Seggie

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candiceseggie/

Website: https://solarafrica.com

Connect with the Host:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindy-taylor-renewable-energy-sustainability-5th-discipline/

Website: https://the5thdiscipline.com

Follow 5th Discipline on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/5th-discipline

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Full Description:

“Culture at Scale – Measuring Engagement & Growing Stronger” brings you powerful insights from Lindy Taylor and Candice Seggie on what it really takes to build, measure, and sustain a winning company culture. Get tactical advice on using surveys, feedback, and HR data to future-proof your organisation, create impactful wellness programmes, and build high-trust leadership teams. Discover how Solar Africa’s focus on wellbeing, flexibility, and engagement has helped them attract and retain top talent, reduce turnover, and maximise performance—even in fast-scaling environments.

Perfect for business leaders, HR professionals, and teams seeking evidence-based strategies to foster a healthy, high-retention workplace and drive business growth.

Tune in, and get ready to uplift your people—and your results!

#EmployeeEngagement #PeopleStrategy #LeadershipDevelopment #CompanyCulture #SolarAfrica #Retention #HRAnalytics

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employee engagement - workplace flexibility - mental wellness - leadership coaching - recruitment metrics - talent retention - performance management - company culture - exit interviews - employee perks - African business - renewable energy - operational efficiency - high-performing teams - psychological safety

In this episode, Lindy Taylor CEO & Founder of 5th Discipline, sits down with Candice Seggie, Chief People Officer at Solar Africa, to explore how truly effective company culture elevates organisations. Learn why culture is more than just a slogan—it's at the heart of your people, your purpose, and the stories that drive success.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

[00:00] – Candice’s journey through recruitment, marketing, and the growth of Solar Africa

[04:12] – The vital role of your people in scaling and sustaining core company values

[09:40] – Managing organisational mergers with change management, clear communication, and trust-building

[14:22] – How to define and live authentic company values for sustainable long-term growth

[18:55] – Recruiting for cultural fit: effective interview methods and promoting diversity

[23:10] – Day-to-day actions that nurture a thriving company culture and employee engagement

[27:45] – Performance management strategies, KPIs, and behaviour-focused reviews

[32:00] – Leadership transparency and its positive impact on overall business performance

💡 Key Topics:

culture at scale - organisational design - employee engagement - authentic leadership - business values - change management - recruitment strategies - solar energy sector - company mergers - performance management - workplace wellbeing - employer branding - scaling in Africa - operational excellence - digital transformation

📌 Connect with Candice Seggie

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candiceseggie/

Website: https://solarafrica.com

Connect with the Host:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindy-taylor-renewable-energy-sustainability-5th-discipline/

Website: https://the5thdiscipline.com

Follow 5th Discipline on LinkedIn.

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Full Description:

“Culture at Scale – Building a Business Worth Believing In” features Lindy Taylor and Candice Seggie discussing proven strategies for scaling a thriving business without compromising culture and values. Explore how Solar Africa transitioned from a start-up to a pan-African energy leader by focusing on employee engagement, performance excellence, and meaningful impact.

Get actionable insights on change management, living core values, and recruitment centred on cultural fit. Learn how to build high-performing teams and foster a workplace that attracts and retains top talent. This episode delivers valuable lessons for executives, managers, and HR leaders aiming to strengthen organisation culture, boost team engagement, and drive sustainable growth.

Ready to develop your culture and scale your business? Access custom workshops, audits, and consulting across renewable energy, climate, and sustainability sectors.

#CompanyCulture #EmployeeEngagement #Leadership #SolarAfrica #ScaleUp

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company culture - scaling business - organisational design - employee engagement - leadership - purpose-driven business - recruitment strategies - mergers and acquisitions - behavioural KPIs - talent management - operational excellence - African business - sustainable growth - culture champions - business worth believing in

In this follow-up episode, Specioser Mutheu dives into the creative and tactical side of startup marketing — how to build strong visuals, stretch a tight budget, and turn your people into your marketing superpower.

From capturing event photos and building a stock-image library to leveraging interns and brand partnerships, Specioser breaks down how Octavia Carbon grew its reach organically — and why the best brands are built from the inside out.

🎧 You’ll learn about:

– Visuals that work (and why simplicity wins)

– Building reusable brand assets before campaigns

– Leveraging interns, students & partnerships for content

– Making marketing interactive and human

– Attracting top talent through credibility

💬 “When your people speak for your brand, you don’t just grow followers — you grow believers.”

📌 Connect with Specioser Mutheu

LinkedIn: Specioser Mutheu

📲 Follow The 5th Discipline

LinkedIn: 5th Discipline

Connect with the Host: Lindy Taylor

Website: the5thdiscipline.com

#PeoplePoweredMarketing #BrandStrategy #ClimateStartups #VisualStorytelling #The5thDiscipline

🔑 Keywords:

startup visuals • brand asset development • employee advocacy • organic marketing • talent attraction • leveraging interns • startup PR • Octavia Carbon • LinkedIn content strategy • climate innovation marketing