EP 04: Becky Motumo-Molete - Managing Women in Sports & Building Legacy Projects

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More Than Management

More Than Managment

8 episodes

8 hours ago

Step into the rooms where careers are shaped and legends are born. "More Than Management" pulls back the curtain on the masterminds behind sports, music, and talent management's biggest success stories. Join host Ntando Zikalala for intimate conversations that reveal the strategies, decisions, and pivotal moments that transform potential into greatness.

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EP 04: Becky Motumo-Molete - Managing Women in Sports & Building Legacy Projects

More Than Management

50 minutes 23 seconds

5 months ago

EP 04: Becky Motumo-Molete - Managing Women in Sports & Building Legacy Projects

"When you believe in someone, you must be able to turn down deals that will put money in your pocket because you're doing what's best." These words from Becky Motumo-Molete capture the essence of principled management that defines our fourth episode. As the visionary manager behind Olympic gold medalist Caster Semenya and former manager to media powerhouse Carol Tshabalala, Becky has mastered the delicate balance of talent advocacy and business success across both sports and media.

From her beginnings in classical music and performing as a majorette to becoming one of South Africa's most influential talent managers while now anchoring news on SABC 3, Becky's multidimensional journey offers unprecedented insights into the evolution of management in Africa.

In this compelling conversation, Becky breaks down:

- Navigating high-stakes moments in an athlete's global career

- Building authentic management relationships based on trust

- Transitioning between entertainment, sports, and media worlds

- Creating strategic partnerships that serve the talent first

- The principles of ethical representation in a competitive industry

- Her role in helping develop Caster Semenya's biography and legacy projects

Key Insights:

- Recognizing genuine talent before the world does

- Strategic decision-making during career-defining moments

- Building sustainable talent brands for long-term success

- Maintaining integrity in high-pressure negotiations

- The unique challenges of managing women in male-dominated industries

TIMESTAMPS:

18:52 - When Caster gave me a call

22:37 - So Caster signs on the dotted line

24:57 to 26:20 - Who's the kindest person, gives you that helping hand

36:20 - 37:00 The reason why you need management

39:00 - 39:31 - Learning on the job

39:59 - Mentored by Trevor Noah's agent

44:28 - Legacy Project

Whether you're managing talent, building your own career across multiple industries, or fascinated by the business of sports and media, this episode delivers a masterclass in what it truly means to be more than a manager.

Guest: Becky Motumo-Molete

Manager to Olympic Gold Medalist Caster Semenya

Former Manager to Media Personality Carol Tshabalala

SABC 3 News Anchor

Guest: @beckym001

Host: @ntando_zikalala_

Show: @morethanmanagement_

Agency: @tothemaxmanagement

Visit: www.tothemaxmanagement.com