Bonang Mohale is a respected South African businessman, known as much for his patriotism and active role in seeking to move South Africa forward as for his leading roles in companies like Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA), Shell South Africa, Drake & Scull, SAA and Sanlam among others. As CEO of BLSA, Mohale is often behind a podium or desk, sharing his thoughts through speeches and columns on the role of business in South Africa and the core tenets of leadership. Developed over 30 years of business experience, his insights have motivated change in organisations and individuals alike. This book, Lift As You Rise, compiles some of Mohale’s best letters, speeches and articles and then digs into the ideas behind them, offering fresh thoughts from Mohale himself. Mohale’s passions – integrity, transformation, active citizenry and constructive collaboration, among others – come under the spotlight as he shares not only his views on these critical topics, but also how these themes came to define his career and his life. Tempering these weighty topics are delightful proverbs learned from his grandmother, as well as memories from those Mohale has mentored or met along his journey. Experience Mohale’s eternal optimism, read his uncensored critiques and take away practical leadership advice to implement in your own life.