At one point, Christopher de Klerk was homeless, jobless, and deep in addiction. Today, he’s a successful entrepreneur running multiple businesses — proof that even the darkest chapters can lead to powerful comebacks.

In this raw and inspiring episode, Christopher shares his journey of losing everything and finding the strength to rebuild. From living out of his car to facing his demons head-on, his story is one of grit, faith, and transformation.

We cover:

•What it was like being homeless and without purpose

•The dangerous spiral of addiction and how he got sober

•How his dog saved his life in a moment of crisis

•The power of faith, discipline, and hard truths

•Why the people around you shape who you become

•The crisis of masculinity — and how men can reclaim their purpose

This episode is a reminder that even when your back is against the wall, you can turn your life around.

From casino tables to company boardrooms – Rob Green’s journey is proof that mindset can change everything.

In this episode of Coffee Charged Conversations, I sit down with Rob Green – CEO of Real Promotions – who shares how he went from being a shy, introverted kid to working as a blackjack dealer in casinos for nearly 10 years, and eventually building a national sales company with over 300 people across South Africa.

Rob opens up about:

-Why entrepreneurship isn’t for everyone

-The importance of winning your daily goals

-How to improve your relationship with money

-The life-changing benefits of practicing gratitude

-The power of visualisation and living as if you’ve already arrived

-How to separate work and personal life

-The danger of negative people and how to choose your circle

This is a real, honest conversation about what it actually takes to build something from the ground up – and why success starts in the small, consistent choices you make every day.

After 10 years of life in the sky, Daniella Milani made the bold decision to trade in her flight attendant uniform for the uncertainty of running her own business — and she’s never looked back.

This episode is for anyone who feels stuck in their comfort zone and needs that final push to take a leap. Whether it’s moving overseas, starting something new, or simply doing things on your own — Daniella’s story proves that growth often starts the moment we get uncomfortable.

In this episode, we dive into:

-Wild moments with passengers and the truth behind airline life

-How travel helped her grow, become more independent, and navigate loneliness

-The challenge of maintaining close relationships while always on the move

-Lessons in staying calm under pressure and not taking things personally

-The leap from comfort zone to entrepreneurship

-Why people connect with meaning more than products

-And why quality time — with yourself and others — matters more than ever

If you’ve ever asked yourself “should I move?” or “is now the right time to make a change?” — this one’s for you.