Hosted by Francois Geldenhys · 🇺🇸 US · EN-ZA · 27 episodes
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Welcome to The Rev Room - where South Africa’s real entrepreneurs get real. Powered by BizRev, this is your private boardroom for cutting through chaos, unlocking systems, and revving your business into high-performance mode. No fluff. Just bold conversations, expert insight, and the tools to scale without losing your mind - or your mission.
Francois Geldenhys hosts The Rev Room, a business show with 27 episodes published.
In Part 2, the conversation moves from theory to reality. Nicholas explains where crypto is already solving real problems - from inflation-ravaged economies to faster settlements, lower transaction costs, and access to c
Most business owners either ignore crypto or feel quietly intimidated by it. In Part 1 of this conversation, Francois sits down with crypto specialist Nicolas Richardson to strip the hype away and explore what cryptocurr
In this episode of The Rev Room, Francois sits down with occupational health and safety specialist Tamryn Raffles from Labournet to unpack why OHS is far more than a legal tick-box. They break down Section 8, 14, 24 and
In this Rev Room episode, Francois sits down with BizRev’s Financial Director and tax specialist, Wayne Turner , to unpack everything you need to know about the 2025 tax season and what SARS’ new AI-driven systems mean f
In this episode of The Rev Room, Francois sits down with Ruan from Labournet and labour-law expert Juliana van der Merwe to unpack the real-world steps every business needs to take before 2026. From year-end compliance a
In this episode of The Rev Room, Francois sits down with Juliana van der Mervwe , Labour Law Team Lead at Labournet , to unpack the major updates to South Africa’s Code of Good Practice - from parental leave reform to ne
Most businesses don’t fail because of bad ideas — they fail because the founder can’t get out of their own way. In this heartfelt conversation, Celeste Zanoli from BizRev Advisory explores what it truly means to lead. Sh
Most founders know about compliance — but few realise they’re sitting on a goldmine of government-backed rebates, grants, and tax incentives. In this episode, Francois sits down with Ruan from LabourNet to unpack the Ski
Running a business is hard enough without tripping over compliance. In this episode of The Rev Room, Francois sits down with Tracy to unpack the essentials of CIPC - from annual returns and beneficial ownership to direct
Tax penalties aren’t just numbers on a statement—they’re stress triggers that keep entrepreneurs awake at night. In this episode, we break down the different types of penalties from SARS, why they happen, and how to prev
In this episode of The Rev Room, we expose bracket creep — the sneaky tax mechanism also known as fiscal drag. Wayne Turner, BizRev’s Financial Director and tax specialist, joins Noloyiso Mbenga to unpack how inflation-l
Cape Town isn’t just a postcard city - it’s a world-class investment hub in tourism. In this conversation, Mark and Takunda share their journey at The Glen, unpacking the realities of hospitality growth. From relentless
Resilience isn’t just about surviving hard times - it’s about creating a business and leadership style that can adapt, absorb shocks, and emerge stronger. In this conversation, Francois (CEO of BizRev) flips roles as gue
In this Rev Room episode, the team unpacks why bookkeeping is more than just admin - it’s the backbone of financial clarity and cash flow stability. Nandi shares real-world examples of how poor record-keeping leads to pe
In this episode of The Rev Room, we dive into the world of trademarks with Nicole, unpacking why every entrepreneur in South Africa should consider trademark protection. From logos and slogans to unique product shapes, t
In this episode of The Rev Room, Francois sits down with tax specialist Nolu to demystify one of the most overlooked tax advantages in South Africa—medical tax credits and disability deductions. They break down the two t
In this Rev Room episode, Wayne and Noloyiso from the BizRev tax team unpack what every South African business owner needs to know for the 2025 tax season. With SARS reducing the filing window by over 50 days and tighten
Too many founders unknowingly sabotage their own growth—often in the name of survival. In this episode, Francois and Celeste break down the seven most common mistakes entrepreneurs make, from mixing personal and business
In this episode of The Rev Room, Francois sits down with senior account manager Matt Barlow to unpack one of the most overlooked (yet vital) growth tools in business: financial reporting. They explore the common pitfalls
Too many entrepreneurs think that if a company stops trading, it quietly disappears. But SARS has other plans—and the penalties for inaction can be brutal. In this episode, BizRev’s resident attorney Nicole Lin joins Fra
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The Rev Room is hosted by Francois Geldenhys. The show is categorised under business (entrepreneurship) and has published 27 episodes.
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