Retha van Staden 
Social Media Workshop Facilitator & Online Marketing Consultant | Solutionetics
Cape Town, SOUTH AFRICA
Social Media Facilitator | Online Marketing Consultant | Networking Facilitator | Enneagram Enthusiast | Public Speaker
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Biography
Public speaking comes easy to me, and I'm known for informative and fun talks on Social Networking, including Understanding Social Media, The Power of LinkedIn, Using Twitter, Blogging Basics, Pinterest for Business, MailChimp Newsletters and other customised topics.
I spend most of my time helping professionals, entrepreneurs and teams understand and use online marketing and social media in the best way for their industry or business. This takes place via talks, workshops or private consultations - look at my website for contact details and dates for upcoming workshops.
While technology has always been a huge part of my life and career, I love working and interacting with people. Combining the two is ideal, so I choose projects where this is possible.
My 5 top talents are: Communication, Activator, Maximizer, Strategic and Individualization - according to the Gallup Organization's Strengthfinder.
Roger Hamilton's Wealth Dynamics profile shows I'm a STAR, creator, supporter.
Industry Expertise (3)
Internet
Training and Development
Social Media
Areas of Expertise (3)
Social Media Strategy
Education (3)
Various Industry Qualifications: Novell Netware, CNE Certification (Certified NetWare Engineer V2,3,4) 1997
APM Training - London: Certification, PRINCE 2 Project Management Practitioner 2002
Ennea International: Certified Professional, Individual & Team Development 2017
I was Certified as an Ennea Five Lens Practitioner in 2014 & Professional in 2017 and have not stopped learning since. Ennea International provides individual and team development products. I look after the Certified Facilitators and Distributors of the Ennea products globally and am involved in the Certification training and delivery of individual debriefs and Team Discovery Days to the Ennea corporate clients. Get more information about the Ennea products in leader & team effectiveness and on becoming certified to use our products, at enneainternational.com
Affiliations (2)
- Xtraordinary Women
- Fine Women Network
Links (2)
Testimonials (5)
Ross Bartholomew, Website Builder | Website Hosting | Domain Registrations | Website maintenance | JoomlaDay, Cape Town
Retha hosted a session on integrating your business with LinkedIn at the recent JoomlaDay in Cape Town and it was really an eye opener. I don't believe that there was a person in the room who didn't learn a great deal, and for the first time start to understand the enormous role that the social media, and LinkedIn in particular, can make in one's business. I would certainly recommend her to give you some serious help in this regard as she knows her stuff for sure!
Robyn Young, Marketing and Personal Branding | Brandheart
Retha has an incredible ability to create sense out the of complexity that is social media. And she does it in a way that's not only informative, but light-hearted and entertaining as well. It's clear that Retha has in-depth knowledge of her subject which she shares willingly, patiently and in a language that's easy to understand. Whenever I've suggested Retha's talks or workshops to clients, the feedback has been glowing. Highly recommended.
Brian Berkman, Contributing Editor: Travel at www.BizCommunity.com | PR-Net
I am impressed by Retha's ability to translate technical jargon into clear language as well as her grasp of marketing trends. After every meeting or attending one of her talks, I am enthused and moved to action. When I have a question about using LinkedIn, Social Media or applying technology to a marketing question, Retha's is the name that comes most readily to mind.
Stephany Richter, National Human Resources and Organisational Development Executive | Polyoak Packaging
Retha is a knowledgeable, interesting and creative facilitator. She helped us to quickly see the benefits of social media in recruitment and had a practical hands on approach that will work for us. She is passionate about her field and incredibly energising.
Robyn Hey, Attorney Specialising in Dispute Resolution, Insolvency, Business Rescue and Commercial Litigation | HWD Attorneys
Retha is an expert in her field. Her understanding of social media and its advantages to businesses is vast and she has a wonderful way of making that understanding accessible to technophobes like me. I have attended presentations and workshops run by Retha and have found these to be engaging, informative and practical. I unreservedly recommend Retha as a speaker and social media consultant.l
Event Appearances (12)
Understanding Social Media & LinkedIn
Southern Suburbs Estate Agent information session Cape Town
2012-11-28
Understanding Social Media & LinkedIn
Institute for Independent Business Cape Town
2012-11-13
Social Media Strategy
Xtraordinary Women Business Networking session: Blouberg Cape Town
2011-08-23
The Value of Social Media
Fine Women Business Networking meeting Cape Town
2011-11-14
Unleashing the Power of LinkedIn
COMENSA 'Technology in Coaching' Cape Town
2011-11-14
LinkedIn for Recruiters
LINX Group Cape Town
2012-02-06
To Tweet or not to Tweet
Xtraordinary Women Business Info meeting Cape Town
2011-12-05
The Power of LinkedIn
PR-Net Information session for PR industry Cape Town
2012-02-14
Marketing your SME via Social Media
Women in Business Cape Town
2012-07-26
Social Media Strategy & LinkedIn
Color Me Beautiful Africa Conference 2013 Durbanville, Cape Town
2013-02-28
The Power of LinkedIn
Aura Soma network meeting at Allisone Claremont, Cape Town
2012-05-23
Pinterest for Business
Hirsch's Networking Group Cape Town
2013-06-18
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- Keynote
- Moderator
- Panelist
- Workshop Leader
- Corporate Training
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