Speaking

I am available to speak at your conference, event or function on the following topics:

1. The Psychology of Technology – Beyond Positive and Negative: This presentation contrasts the pro’s and con’s of modern technology like cellphones, social networking websites, video games and the Web. The primary audiences have been parents, teachers and children. In each instance different aspects are emphasised to bring the group to a more balanced appreciation based on their particular biases for technology. What I mean is because children see mostly the benefits, the dangers and risks are emphasised. And because parents and teachers often see mostly the dangers, the positive uses are demonstrated.
2. LinkedIn Lessons – Rethinking Recruitment: Social networking has revolutionised how people connect with each other through the Internet. More personal information is available through public profiles than ever before. Worldwide recruitment trends have shifted from the generic job websites to niche focussed and industry specific websites and social networks. Avoid loosing out on hiring the best skills by incorporating social networking in your human resources, recruitment and staffing solutions. The primary audience here is the Human Resources departments, Recruitment Agencies or Head Hunters.
3. SMARTdating – Dating Dynamics in the 21st Century: The world of dating will never be the same after the introduction of online dating, speed dating and now cellphone dating. However, even though it’s easier to find new partners it has become increasingly more difficult to foster and maintain deeper more intimate relationships between couples. The primary audience here is singles groups or divorced people. Through my partnerships with speed dating companies I have began to offer this 2-hour interactive workshop to audiences in South Africa.
   
4. The Matrix – Why the Future Doesn’t Need Us: A reflection on the acceleration of technology over the last 100 years. And a look forward to the next 100 years of the 21st century. The purpose of this talk is to inspire you to take back some control from the way technology may be running your life. The balanced used of technology is illustrated in pragmatic examples.
5. Career Karma: Karma simply means what’s of your own doing. So the satisfaction or dissatisfaction you experience in your career is based on the choices you have made. The lessons learned in hindsight illustrates the effects of Karma. The challenges of the 21st century career is explored. And the demands on people in the workplace is traced through the veil of vocational training. This talk explores way to become more inspired in your current career and how to transition from the old to the new. The makeshift that needs to take place to move from employed to self-employed. The primary audiences here include graduation ceremony’s, networking groups, chambers of commerce and industry associations.

It’s easy to book Ramon Thomas simply call 082 9407137

RECENT ENGAGEMENTS

• “Technology Stress in a Wireless World” with BulkSMS, April 2008
• “Social Media Technology in Teaching” at Gauteng Principals Forum, Feb 2008
• “Top Technology Trends in 2008” for CNBC Africa, Jan 2008
• “Social Media and Business” for Denel, Nov 2008
• “Social Networking and the HR Department”, Computer Society, KZN Chapter, Sep 2007
• “Social Media in Academia”, World Wide Web Applications Conference, Sep 2007
• “The Future of eCommerce in South Africa” at Midrand Graduate Institute, 3 Aug 2007
• “Impact of Social Networking on Value of Information”, University of Johannesburg, July 2007

TESTIMONIALS

“I attended a seminar put on by the Ramon Thomas on the subject of social networking and blogging. It really was excellent.” October 10, 2007, Peter Mansfield, owner HealthSpas.co.za

“Ramon is my miracle worker. His marketing and networking skills are phenomenal! Any person or business who wants to get themselves notice should partner with Ramon.” October 8, 2007, Nia Maritz, CEO DBS Human Capital

“Ramon brings a high level of enthusiasm to his job as well as a high concern for his fellow employees. The ebook that he wrote is a highly recommended reading that deals with LinkedIn.” September 25, 2007
Jason Curtis, Marketing Specialist, Coastland Communications

“Ramon has always striven to give me the best results. I consider his services to be top notch and of excellent value. He always goes the extra mile.” September 20, 2006, Greig Timkoe, Peacemakers Conflict Management

“Ramon has the foresight and the intuition to identify trends and opportunities that most others would overlook. His observations and suggestions prove to be more than clever- they are profitable. Ramon listens well and then speaks wisdom. His finger is well placed on the pulse of the digital revolution.” February 8, 2006, Brian Brown, COO Blue Catalyst

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