Beyond the Blueprint

#27 – Inutu Zaloumis: Should You Build or Buy a House? | Be More Curious Than Critical!

Inutu Zaloumis is a Co-Founder and Managing Director of Pam Golding Properties Zambia., She has been building the business since 2008 and today it is one of most trusted and established names within Zambia's real estate industry. In this episode of Beyond the Blueprint, we take a deep dive into her experiences, perspectives and the lessons she has picked up throughout her career and life. We start with one of Inutu’s hot takes: Gen Zs are an entitled generation. We explore the generational differences in how young people view work, hardship, money and success, and how parents can better communicate the realities of life with their children. We then jump into the world of real estate, where Inutu breaks down what real estate actually is, what determines the value of a property, how location and aesthetics influence the market, and some of the key considerations when deciding whether to buy, rent or build. We also explore customary vs. council land, mortgages, title deeds, property investment and some of the common misconceptions people have about real estate. The conversation then takes a turn from property into Inutu’s personal journey and what she is currently navigating in this stage of her life. We talk about the importance of having candid conversations, becoming less compliant as a society, learning to respectfully challenge ideas, and doing so while still respecting hierarchy, our elders and our culture. Lastly, we close with a conversation about her purpose at this stage of her life. Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.

#26 – Axel Köttgen: “A Good Manager Does Nothing” | Is Being An Assistant General Manager Hard?

Axel Köttgen grew up on a farm in Belgium, coming from a family with deep roots in farming, before eventually branching out into geological engineering. He began his career in Belgium but later decided to leave Europe and move to a predominantly English-speaking country where he could continue pursuing a career in mining. Zambia proved to be the perfect destination. Axel joined Kansanshi Mining PLC in 2009 as an intern and, after gaining experience across different countries and mining operations, eventually returned to Kansanshi in 2024 as an Assistant General Manager. In this episode, Axel shares his deep passion for learning and education and discusses how, within his personal capacity, he tries to invest in the growth and development of the people around him. We explore Zambia’s need to continue expanding and investing in education to empower locals and help address the skilled labour shortage. Axel explains why he believes in "teaching people how to fish rather than simply giving them fish" because building skills and capabilities creates sustainability and allows people to stand on their own. The conversation then turns to what an "Assistant General Manager actually does". Axel explains that a major part of his role is helping people make decisions, providing guidance and support, and ensuring that the broader vision of the organisation is maintained across all departments. He also discusses the importance of encouraging teams to take ownership and responsibility for their functions, ultimately creating competent and self-sustaining teams. We then explore the challenges that come with being an AGM, what Axel’s typical day looks like, the transition from operational work to leadership, and the importance of avoiding micromanagement while still maintaining high standards. Finally, we get to know Axel beyond the workplace, discussing his interests, hobbies, family and his constant desire to learn something new Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.

#25 – Klein Sitwala: I Can’t Hire Someone Who Doesn’t Play Sport | Therapy Isn’t For Everyone

We sat down with Klein Sitwala, a project lead by profession, but a charismatic, passionate and analytical thinker beyond his job title. What started as a conversation about Klein’s journey and the way he navigates life took us through entrepreneurship, ambition, success, privilege, sport and mental health. Klein shares the story behind Axlerod, a transport management system built to help fleet operators scale, and the thought process, challenges and execution behind turning the idea into reality. From there, the conversation takes some unexpected turns. We get into some of Klein’s more controversial views, including why he believes he could not hire someone who does not play or watch sport, whether society has become too soft, why not everyone can be elite, and why he believes therapy is not for everybody. In this episode, we discuss: • Klein’s journey and early experiences • Building Axlerod and the challenges of entrepreneurship • Sport, discipline and what they reveal about people • Whether society has become too soft • Success, standards and the idea that not everyone can be elite • Therapy and whether it is for everyone • Privilege and how differently people experience it A conversation about ambition, standards and the different ways we choose to navigate life. Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.

#24 – Natasha Chitakwa: The Poverty Mindset In Zambia | Being Limited By 'Self Actualisation'

Meet Natasha, a pharmacist, environmental and reproductive health toxicologist, writer, and researcher who recently returned to Zambia after seven years abroad. In this episode, we take a journey through the experiences, beliefs, and ideas that have shaped the way Natasha views the world. From her personal experiences and professional journey to deeper reflections on growth, identity, and the human experience, we explore the conversations that challenge how we think and understand ourselves. Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.

#23 – Febian Mulenga Kayula: Everyone Has Their Own Clock | Be Ready Before The Opportunity Comes!

Febian Mulenga Kaulya is a mining equipment executive with vast experience and leadership in the industry. What's striking about him is his positive, jovial approach to life and the way he interacts with people. We sat down with him for a conversation on life lessons, from preparing yourself for the growth that awaits you, to being rebellious and going after whatever you want to achieve. Fabian opens up about a childhood accident that nearly cost him his leg, and the doctor who fought to save it against the odds. From there, the conversation traces his path from general worker underground in the Zambian copper mines to studying engineering on night shifts, talking his way into an aptitude test he wasn't even on the list for, and eventually stepping into regional leadership across Southern Africa. Along the way, the trio dig into big questions: What does it really mean to be "ready" for an opportunity? Is happiness a feeling or a choice? How do you lead people who don't share your drive? And why does conviction, not just ambition, separate the people who move forward from those who wait for permission? The episode closes with Febian turning the mic around, asking Berry and Temweni how they make brotherhood and business work together, sparking a candid discussion on selflessness, "spilled milk" conflict resolution, and building generational wealth as a family. Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.

#22 – Musakabantu Unene: Lessons From Chaos | Why Most Organisations Get Culture Wrong!

Musakabantu Unene is a man with a lifetime of stories shaped by creativity that started in his youth and has stayed with him ever since. He is the founder of Kulture Labs Consulting, a company focused on culture transformation, sustainability, and strategic leadership development. His journey spans global travel and unforgettable experiences. From nearly being kidnapped and scammed in Ethiopia, to a life-changing road trip to Mansa that ended in a car accident, followed by being chased through the night by locals. Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.

#21 – Bupe Mparuri: Take Responsibility for Your Life | Comfort Kills Growth!

We sit down with Bupe Mparuri a driven and intentional woman in finance whose journey has been shaped by leadership, ambition, and a willingness to embrace challenge. We explore how her mindset and upbringing influenced the person she’s become, her unexpected journey into the investment space, and the importance of staying teachable while navigating career growth. Bupe also reflects on balancing ambition in a fast-moving world, building meaningful relationships, and how stepping into opportunities outside her comfort zone led her into public speaking. This episode is a conversation about growth, self-awareness, discipline, and intentionally building a career and life with purpose. Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.

#20 – David Ketel: The Art of Taking the Right Risks | Why Some People Chase Extreme Challenges!

David Ketel is a Canadian born mechanical engineer now based in Zambia, whose career and life have been shaped by bold decisions, continuous growth, and a willingness to step into the unknown. From farm life in Canada to senior leadership roles in engineering, safety, and asset management, his journey reflects steady progression built on calculated risk-taking and further study, including an MBA that helped unlock executive opportunities. Beyond his career, David is an ultra-endurance runner who uses extreme physical challenges as a way to test discipline, mindset, and long-term thinking. His move to Zambia marked a major turning point, exposing him to new cultures and perspectives that reshaped how he approaches both work and life. At the core of his story is a balance between ambition and responsibility, taking risks, adapting quickly, and continuously pushing boundaries while staying grounded in family and purpose. Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.

#19 – Breaking the Ice | “You Need to Save Yourself!” & Our Secret Success Strategies

In this episode we play the Ice Breaker game. But this isn’t your typical lighthearted conversation it turns into a deeper insight into how Berry and Temweni think through difficult questions like, “What is your secret success strategy?” and “What piece of life advice would you leave for your kids?” From personal mindsets to life lessons and perspectives, this episode might just get you reflecting on areas of your own life too. Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.

#18 - Why “Enough” Never Feels Like Enough | Is the System Built to Keep You Behind?

This episode explores why chasing material success never truly satisfies, and how our perspectives shift as we grow older. The conversation dives into a bold take on wealth and whether the system is designed to favor the wealthy, leading into a discussion on what a credit-based economy could look like in Zambia. We also question the reliability of modern media, human nature, and whether people are inherently self-serving. The episode touches on control, decision-making, and ends with a focus on values, asking whether we’re born knowing right from wrong, or if it’s something we’re taught. Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.

#17 – Eustace Chamulonde: How the Younger Generation Thinks Differently | Your Career Vs Your Dreams

n this episode of Beyond the Blueprint, we explore what drives the pursuit of knowledge, how younger and older generations approach risk and opportunity differently, and why stepping outside your comfort zone is key to growth. The conversation dives into the conflict between building a stable career and chasing your dreams, while also reflecting on how perspective changes at different stages of life. Eustace shares how sports and fitness have shaped his mindset, teaching discipline and resilience beyond the field. The episode wraps up with a role reversal, as Eustace challenges us to reflect on the key mistakes the younger generation should avoid. Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.

16 – Josh Goveia: Leadership Starts With People | Self-Awareness Changes Everything!

In this episode of Beyond the Blueprint, we sit down with Josh Goveia for a conversation that goes far beyond surface-level success. We discuss a deeper exploration of identity, faith, and the experiences that shape how we see the world. We unpack what it really means to know yourself, how personal challenges can push growth, and why connection with people sits at the centre of meaningful leadership. From mentorship and servitude to philosophy, curiosity, and continuous learning, this episode challenges listeners to reflect on how they define purpose and impact in their own lives. Towards the end, the conversation shifts into the future. Touching on technology, mining, and the role of AI, not as a replacement for human ability, but as a tool that can amplify problem-solving and critical thinking in a rapidly changing world. If you’ve ever questioned how your background, beliefs, and experiences influence the path you’re carving, this is a conversation that invites you to pause, reflect, and think… Beyond the Blueprint. Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.

#15 – Jane Mazimba: "I had K2.90 in my bank account"

Jane Mazimba joins the conversation to unpack the gap between perception and reality, from being seen as an extrovert while identifying as an introvert, to how people often misread others’ personalities. She reflects on a difficult divorce that forced her to rebuild her financial discipline and confront uncomfortable decisions she had previously delayed, shaping her cautious view on debt and financial responsibility. The discussion explores the importance of honest conversations about money in relationships, expectations versus capacity between partners, and the realities of corporate promotions and workplace politics. As the dialogue deepens, Jane emphasises personal accountability, goal-setting, and tracking progress as key drivers of growth. The episode closes with practical reflections on improving financial habits and taking ownership of one’s development both personally and professionally. Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.

#14 – Monica Phiri: Leading Without Permission | Building Electrify From Scratch

In this episode, we speak with Monica Phiri, a network engineer and founder of the Electrify Netball Academy, about identity, freedom, and building community. Monica reflects on growing up in South Africa, moving to Zambia, and the challenge of adapting to a new environment where she felt constantly observed. She shares lessons from being given too much freedom at a young age, the importance of mentorship, and learning not to rush life. She also opens up about entering the tech industry despite initial doubts, navigating a male-dominated space as a young woman, and pushing past stereotypes to find her footing. The conversation then shifts to community, resilience, and why no one succeeds alone. We close by unpacking how Monica turned her passion for netball into Electrify, building a platform with limited resources, proving the concept early, and balancing ambition with responsibility. A grounded conversation about growth, discipline, and doing the work even when the path isn’t clear. Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.

#13 – Moono Chungu: Is Tribalism Really Dying? | Where We Come From vs Where We’re Going!

In this episode, we sit down with Moono Chungu as she opens up about her journey, from experiencing bullying at a young age to finding confidence in her own identity. She reflects on growing up in the shadow of her high-achieving brother and how embracing her own strengths helped her move away from comparison and toward self-acceptance. Moono shares how a pivotal suggestion from her school principal led her from aspiring accountant to journalism, kickstarting a career she began even before university. She walks us through her transition from journalism into marketing, debunking common misconceptions about the industry and explaining how strategy, data, and creativity—especially video content—drive real impact. The conversation then shifts to her book, Routes, an anti-tribalism autobiographical work inspired by Zambia’s history, identity, and the rising divisions observed during election periods. Moono discusses why she wrote the book, the meaning behind its title, and how tribalism continues to shape society, while questioning whether younger generations are truly solving the problem. We also dive into the process of writing and publishing a book, the business side of selling it, and how social media helped amplify its message. Moono closes by encouraging others to tell their stories, start where they are, and not let fear of criticism hold them back. Beyond the Blueprint — powered by Vizure Enterprise Ltd. Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.

#12 – Michael Simpasa: Finding Your Voice | Bigger-Picture Thinking & Having Ambition Without Envy

In this episode of Beyond the Blueprint, we sit down with Michael Simpasa for a reflective conversation about identity, growth, and perspective. Michael shares his journey from being a quiet, introverted child to becoming more expressive and confident over time, a transition shaped by experience, relationships, and learning to become comfortable in his own skin. We explore how that shift influenced his academic life, career, relationships, marriage, and his ability to contribute meaningfully within different communities. The conversation expands into bigger-picture thinking — why growth often feels invisible in real time, and how looking back at where you started can become a powerful source of motivation during seasons of doubt or stagnation. We discuss the tension between patience and frustration, and why progress is rarely linear. We also examine comparison, entitlement, and the subtle ways ambition can turn into envy. By unpacking vanity, toxic growth, and external validation, the episode highlights how easily focus can be distorted when perspective is lost. Throughout, we return to the balance between long-term vision and living in the present, when to push, when to pivot, and why mindset, self-awareness, and response often matter more than speed. This episode isn’t about offering perfect answers, but about zooming out, staying grounded, and growing with intention. Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.

#11– Knowledge Isn’t Power... Action Is! We All Know What To Do, So Why Don’t We Do It?

Ever wonder why some choices change everything while others barely move the needle? We unpack that tension by starting where most journeys begin: messy first steps. From a humming office that sparked a love for podcasts to a rough solo recording that turned into a candid two‑host show, we share the unfiltered path that led to sharper conversations. We tackle creatine and supplement myths head‑on, clearing the confusion between natural aids and banned performance drugs. That sets the stage for a wider exploration of nature versus nurture: what’s wired in, what’s taught by parents and culture, and what only hard experience can teach. Along the way, we wrestle with a provocative question—would you rather know when you’ll die or how? The heart of the conversation is accountability. We break down why saving is really buying future time and options, how sacrifice hides in plain sight, and why counting the things you say no to is a practical measure of focus. If you’ve ever blamed your upbringing for where you are, we offer a challenge: collect more data from your own life, detach with respect, and update your rules. Progress is the quiet sum of traded comforts—less impulse, more intention; fewer shortcuts, stronger habits. If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a push, and leave a review. Tell us the one principle you refuse to compromise on. Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.

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#10 – Ryan Ellis: The Value of Reputation | The Long-Term Impact of Management Decisions

In this episode, we dive into the art of decision-making, leadership, and the accumulation of trust and reputation. Our guest, Ryan Ellis, shares insights from his experience in corporate leadership and public affairs, discussing how decisions—big and small—shape not just outcomes, but relationships, reputation, and culture over time. We explore the idea that leadership is about principles and one’s character guiding every choice. From personal relationships to corporate decisions, Ryan emphasizes how consistency, transparency, and integrity build trust, while small missteps, if accumulated, can erode it. The conversation also touches on how intentions are judged differently than results, and the value of learning from mistakes without dwelling on them. We end with reflections on sharing your personal brand thoughtfully and how strategic storytelling can shape perception while staying truthful. This episode is packed with practical wisdom for leaders, aspiring managers, and anyone looking to think beyond the obvious “blueprint” of success. Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.

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#9 – From South Africa to Dubai: Learning Through Repetition & Embracing Failure

In this episode Berry and Temweni reminisce about their trip from South Africa to Dubai, reflecting on the cultural differences, surprising similarities, and memorable experiences that shaped their perspective. From Cape Town’s calm sophistication to Dubai’s futuristic pace, they explore how travel can highlight both personal and environmental lessons about discipline, ambition, and growth. The conversation then turns inward as they discuss how repetition, embracing failure, and staying consistent have guided their own journey in life, in business, and in building this podcast. They talk about knowing when to pivot, learning from mistakes, and taking small but deliberate steps toward meaningful goals. This episode is a mix of travel stories, honest reflections, and practical insights. A reminder that progress comes from trying, failing, and showing up again. Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.

#8 – Understanding Luck vs Effort: How to Control Your Success and Build a Winning Mindset

In this episode, we take a thoughtful look at the complicated relationship between luck and effort—and how both influence the path to success. Sharing personal stories from school days to early work experiences, we explore how first impressions and the way we respond to challenges can shape the opportunities that come our way. We dive into the idea that while luck does exist, it’s often about increasing your chances through consistent effort, preparation, and mindset. Sometimes life deals you a tough hand, but how you play those cards can make all the difference. We also talk about the importance of taking ownership of both your wins and your losses instead of blaming external factors. Whether you’re waiting for your big break or struggling to see progress, this conversation offers a grounded perspective on what you can truly control—and how embracing that can lead to growth and resilience over time. If you’re ready to rethink the story you tell yourself about success, this episode might just give you the clarity you need to keep pushing forward. Like, comment, and share your thoughts! Beyond the Blueprint is a Vizure Production.