The Chartered Vendor Podcast with Jerry More Nyazungu
The Chartered Vendor Podcast, hosted by Jerry More Nyazungu, is a business strategy show for African entrepreneurs. It delivers raw truths, practical strategies, and financial intelligence to help listeners dominate their markets. The podcast features interviews with industry titans from across Africa, covering topics like sales, marketing, operations, and accounting. It aims to provide the tools needed to start, scale, and grow a business effectively.
Episodes
Can AI Do What You Spent Four Years Studying? | The Chartered Vendor
What if we've been celebrating the wrong things all along?In this thought-provoking episode of the Miseducated Africa Podcast, Jerry Nyazungu challenges some of the most widely accepted beliefs about education, intelligence, talent, and success.For generations, society has celebrated certificates, degrees, and academic achievements. But should we be celebrating qualifications, or should we be cele
Never Forget The Person That Gave You A Job First | TCV X DR Chirisa
Can you really succeed in life by relying on only one talent, one qualification, or one source of knowledge?In this thought-provoking episode of The Chartered Vendor Podcast, Jerry Nyazungu sits down with Dr SM Chirisa, a medical doctor, entrepreneur, author, and church leader, as they unpack the principles of faithfulness, wisdom, continuous learning, and personal growth in a rapidly changing wor
The Money Lessons School Never Taught You
Success is not reserved for people with degrees or certificates. In today’s world, understanding how money works is becoming more valuable than simply collecting qualifications.In this powerful conversation, we unpack why financial literacy is one of the most important skills anyone can learn, whether you went to university or not. Many people were taught how to pass exams, but very few were taugh
Has ZIMRA Just Killed the Family Trust Advantage in Zimbabwe?| The Chartered Vendor
Ever wondered whether family trusts in Zimbabwe still offer the financial protection they once promised?In this thought-provoking episode of The Chartered Vendor Podcast, we unpack the recent announcement by Zimbabwe Revenue Authority that Family Trusts are now fully accountable for taxation and what this means for individuals, business owners, property holders, and families who have relied on tru
If You Want to Make Everyone Happy, Don’t Be a Leader, Sell Ice Cream | The Chartered Vendor
In this powerful podcast, we unpack some of the harsh but necessary truths about leadership and business growth. From understanding why leadership is often unpopular, to confronting how mediocrity is quietly destroying businesses, this conversation challenges business owners, entrepreneurs, managers, and team leaders to rethink what it takes to build successful organizations.We explore why many bu
Six Hard Truths Every SME Must Know Before Dealing With Big Companies| The Chartered Vendor
In this episode of The Chartered Vendor Podcast, Jerrymore Nyazungu sits down for a powerful and honest conversation on a topic many small business owners experience but rarely speak about openly.This discussion dives into the reality of how small to medium enterprises are often treated by large corporates, from delayed payments and price suppression to being undervalued despite delivering quality
Why You Don’t Need Money to Start a Business (And What You Actually Need) | The Chartered Vendor x Farai Madzara
In this episode of The Chartered Vendor Podcast, Jerrymore Nyazungu sits down with Farai Madzara from Judena Travel for a real and unfiltered conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, and the realities of building a business from the ground up.This is not the typical success story. It is a deep dive into what it actually takes to start and survive in business especially when you do not have
Why 24 Hour Businesses Are the Future in Africa | The Chartered Vendor
Africa doesn’t have a resource problem…It has a mindset and systems problem.In this powerful presentation, The Chartered Vendor breaks down the uncomfortable truths about why many African businesses struggle and what we must do differently to build lasting wealth and strong economies.This is not just motivation. This is a wake-up call.In this episode, we cover:Why African businesses fail to growTh
No Capital? No Problem! How to Start a Business From Scratch | The Chartered Vendor
Everyone says, “I want to start a business… but I don’t have money.” My friend, if money was the only requirement, every well-paid employee would be a millionaire entrepreneur by now.In this episode, we break one of the biggest myths killing African dreams: you don’t need money to start a business… you need an idea, courage, and the willingness to move.Because let’s be honest some of the most succ
Why Customer Service is Killing Zimbabwean Businesses | Dr Rinos Mautsa x TCV
This episode of The Chartered Vendor Podcast features Dr Rinos Mautsa, CEO of Picco Construction and Executive Secretary of CCAZ, sharing a powerful and unfiltered journey of resilience, entrepreneurship, and real business lessons in Zimbabwe.From losing his father at a young age and dropping out of boarding school, to hustling through college with a tuckshop and movie business this is a story tha
Education Is Not Marks, It’s Manners | The Chartered Vendor
Education is not just about straight A’s, degrees, or passing exams. It’s about how you behave, how you treat people, and the impact you leave behind.In this powerful speaking engagement at Direct Contact, The Chartered Vendor challenges the traditional definition of education. From the simple act of greeting to the deeper responsibility of raising children with character, this conversation will s
Why Every Business Needs PR Before Disaster Hits, Real Talk | Chief Koti x TCV
Ever wondered why some brands survive storms while others disappear overnight? In this powerful episode of The Chartered Vendor Podcast, we sit down with Chief Koti a bold voice in media, PR, tourism, and culture as he breaks down the real game behind public relations, personal branding, masculinity, and wealth creation in Africa. From growing up in Bulawayo to shaping narratives at Star FM and th
Systems vs Software Explained: What Every Business Owner Must Know
Most businesses are not failing because they lack software… they’re failing because they lack systems. In this episode, we break down a mistake that is quietly destroying companies across Africa. Many entrepreneurs rush to buy expensive software thinking it will fix their problems. But here’s the truth: software does not create results systems do. A system is simply the consistent way you do thing
95% of Businesses Are Failing Because of This (Zimbabwe Reality) | Dr Gavaza x TCV
Most people want success… but very few are willing to live the life that produces it. In this powerful episode of The Chartered Vendor Podcast, Dr Adam Gavaza shares his journey from growing up in Chitungwiza to becoming the founder of Shalom Group of Schools and CEO of Delkeith Engineering. This is not a motivational fairy tale this is real Zimbabwean entrepreneurship, with real struggles, real l
How a Family Trust Protects Your Wealth, Kids & Legacy Forever
Most African families don’t lose wealth because they didn’t work hard… they lose it because they didn’t structure it properly. In this episode of the Chartered Vendor Podcast, we break down one of the most powerful but misunderstood tools in wealth creation the family trust. Too many people believe a trust only matters after you die. That’s the biggest mistake. A trust starts working now. It prote
Stop Talking After the Sale! The #1 Mistake Killing Your Deals
Most salespeople don’t lose deals because they can’t sell… they lose them because they don’t know when to stop talking. In this episode, we break down one of the biggest mistakes in sales overselling after the deal is already closed. You’ve built the value, the client is ready, the money is coming out… and then you keep talking until you talk yourself out of the deal. Sound familiar? We dive into
From Mufakose to Global Success: Dr Kuda Mutenda’s Powerful Story | TCV
This episode is a powerful story of transformation, discipline, and vision. We sat down with Dr Kuda Mutenda from Mwana Group, who takes us through his journey from growing up in Mufakose to working in 7 countries in the automotive industry, earning up to $50,000 per month in Dubai, and choosing to come back home to build Zimbabwe.He breaks down the real difference between Zimbabwe’s work culture
Zimbabwe Farmers Shocked: Tobacco Prices Collapse Overnight! Here’s Why | Steve x TCV
Ever heard of a farmer going from celebrating $5 per kg to crying over 40 cents? That’s exactly what’s happening at the Tobacco Sales Floor… and trust me, it’s deeper than just “bad luck.”In this powerful episode with Steve, we break down the real story behind Zimbabwe’s tobacco price crash from oversupply and fewer buyers, to how technology is actually boosting production but quietly creating new
Stop Doing Everything Yourself! Build Systems That Work
Ever gone into your own kitchen and felt like a visitor?“Where’s the knife?” “Where are the tomatoes?” “Which cupboard again?”Now imagine that same confusion… but in your business.In this episode, we break down one of the most ignored secrets of successful companies: SYSTEMS. Using a simple, relatable home example, we show why many businesses stay small, stressful, and dependent on the owner and h
Growing from 0 - 200+ Employees, The Untold Secrets of Success in Farming || Grace x TCV
In this powerful conversation, we sit down with Grace from Discovery Coin to discuss the realities of farming, entrepreneurship, leadership, and success in Zimbabwe. Grace shares her inspiring journey from working as an accounts clerk at OK Zimbabwe to building a thriving agricultural business that now employs over 210 people. Her story begins in the streets of Mbare, where she started buying and
World War 3? Trump, AI Job Losses & Zimbabwe’s Economy | Steve x TCV
Is the world heading toward World War 3? And what would that mean for Zimbabwe’s economy? In this powerful episode, Steve Tadzoka joins TCV to unpack some of the biggest global and local economic conversations affecting businesses today. From the rising tensions that could trigger World War 3, to the impact of oil price increases in South Africa, we explore how global events quickly translate into
Stop Waiting for Customers! Go Hunt Them: The Sales Mindset That Changed My Life
Success in business is not about sitting in the office waiting for customers to come to you. One of the biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make is believing that posting on Facebook and Instagram is enough to grow a business. In this episode, we discuss a powerful sales mindset shift the moment you realize that customers don’t just appear. You have to go out and find them. Sales transformed my life th
From Sleeping Without Blankets to Building a Company | Sylvester x TCV
Every successful entrepreneur has a story… but some stories start from places most people would never survive. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Mr Sylvester Zuma Thomas from Zusly Projects, a man whose journey from struggle to entrepreneurship will challenge the way you think about business, resilience and faith. Sylvester shares how he started life as a store assistant, went through som
The Million Dollar Sales Planning Method
Sales is not magic. Sales is effort. And the truth most people don’t want to hear is that successful salespeople are simply more disciplined with their planning.In this episode of the podcast, we unpack one of the most powerful habits in sales planning your day, your week, and even your hour. Many salespeople start their day reacting to everything that comes their way, but top performers plan befo
From Flea Market Seller to Fashion Entrepreneur || Rose x TCV
In this powerful episode of The Chartered Vendor Podcast, we sit down with Rose, the founder of Roseland Fashions, and her journey will leave you inspired. From pushing a cart from Glen Norah B to Mapuranga selling clothes… to building a fashion business that sources directly from Turkey… this is the real story of hustle, humility, relationships, and strategy. Rose started in her brother’s flea ma
From Employee to Own CEO | The Mindset Shift You Need
Sales is the most paying profession in the world but it is also one of the hardest. In this powerful episode, we unpack why every serious salesperson must learn to love commission instead of fearing it. Commission is not punishment. Commission is opportunity. It is the lifeblood of your income and the fastest path to financial growth if you approach it with the right mindset.Most salespeople compl
Great Employees Become Great Entrepreneurs || Darren Maboreke X TCV
What if your entrepreneurship journey was never an accident… but a calling? In this powerful episode of TCV, we sit down with Mr Darren Maboreke from Radiator Kings to unpack a raw and honest entrepreneurial journey from being an employee for 9 years to discovering purpose in God and stepping fully into business. This is not just business talk. This is purpose talk. Faith talk. Work ethic talk. In
10 Sales Secrets Every New Salesperson Must Master (Build Confidence Fast!)
Breaking into sales can feel intimidating. The rejection, the pressure to close deals, the fear of not knowing enough about the product every new salesperson faces it. In this episode, we break down the 10 powerful steps every new sales rep must master to build confidence fast and succeed in sales.If you're new to sales or struggling with confidence, this conversation will change your mindset. We
If You Hate Sales, Don't Become An Entrepreneur || Simbarashe Mukuhlani X TCV
Ever wondered what it really takes to build a business in Africa? In this episode, we sit down with Mr Simbarashe Mkhuhlani, an accidental entrepreneur who went from working for others in a plastic packaging company to running a thriving chemical business. Simbarashe shares his journey of hustling on buses to Joburg every weekend, helping clients without even thinking about business at first. He e
Why Every Business Needs a Strategy (Or It Will Collapse)
In this powerful episode of The Chartered Vendor Podcast, Jerry More Nyazungu breaks down why every business requires a clear and intentional strategy. Too many entrepreneurs are busy every single day but activity is not the same as progress. Without a defined business strategy, you are simply moving without direction.Jerry shares 10 compelling reasons why operating without a strategy leads to con
School Failed Us: Why Degrees No Longer Guarantee Success | Tinofara Mutovongi x TCV
Africa has been sold a dangerous lie: pass rates, degrees, and certificates equal intelligence and success. In this powerful conversation, Mr Tinofara Mutovongi from IXAR Academy sits down with Jerry More Nyazungu to challenge everything we think we know about education, intelligence, and relevance in the age of AI. Tinofara opens up about his personal journey from struggling with low self-esteem
Why ‘How Are You’ Is the Worst Way to Start a Sales Call
Most salespeople lose the deal in the first 7–10 seconds and they don’t even realize it.If you start your sales call with “How are you?”, you’re already handing over control of the conversation. In this episode, we break down why this common phrase weakens authority, wastes critical time, and gives prospects an easy exit especially on cold calls.We unpack the psychology behind first impressions in
From Broken Cars to BeForward VIP Gold Category | Mr Vimbainashe x TCV
What does world-class customer service really look like and why is Africa still struggling to reach that level?In this powerful episode of The TCV Podcast, we sit down with Mr Vimbainashe from Avant Cars to unpack his journey from working in South Africa and Dubai’s hospitality industry to building Avant Cars, one of Zimbabwe’s fast-growing automotive businesses founded in 2019.Mr Vimbainashe shar
Why Most Salespeople Fail: Control the Sales Conversation or Lose the Deal
Most salespeople don’t lose deals because their product is bad. They lose deals because they don’t control the sales conversation. In this podcast episode, we unpack why desperation in sales attracts the wrong clients, why discounting too early kills value, and why customers may be kings but they are not always right. We talk about the real sales mistakes happening in African businesses today: • S
Stop Copying Lifestyles You Can’t Afford | Arthur Marara on Money Discipline & Staying Simple x TCV
In this powerful and eye-opening episode of The Chartered Vendor Podcast, we sit down with Arthur Marara renowned lawyer, thought leader, and speaker for a conversation that challenges how Africans think about money, careers, talent, salary, and wealth preservation. Arthur shares why your name should open doors, not your job title, and explains how many people become prisoners of their degrees and
Why Most Managers Are Useless: The CEO Is Doing Their Job (Real Leadership Talk)
In this podcast, we unpack why most managers don’t actually know how to lead. Being a manager is not about the salary, the title, or the corner office it’s about taking full responsibility so your leader can focus on what truly matters.We dive into why middle-level managers must step up and cover their boss, not compete with them. If you report directly to the CEO, your job is simple but tough: fi
Why Most African Farmers Are Losing Money | Wendy Madzura x The Chartered Vendor
Africa has the land.Africa has the climate.Africa has the people.So the real question is: why can’t Africa feed herself?In this powerful episode of The Chartered Vendor (TCV) Podcast, we sit down with Wendy Madzura to unpack the uncomfortable truth about farming and agriculture in Africa. We explore why agriculture has been treated like a punishment instead of a business, how our education system
How One Ego Can Kill Company Culture and Strategy | Leadership Lessons From Mbappé’s Barcelona Loss
Most companies don’t fail because of bad strategy.They fail because of one person with too much ego.In this powerful podcast episode, we break down 7 critical reasons why leaders must remove ego-driven individuals from their teams no matter how talented, senior, or influential they are.We use a real-world football example involving Kylian Mbappé’s reaction after a loss to Barcelona to show how unc
Why Most African Partnerships Fail Over Money & Ego | Thulani x The Chartered Vendor
Many African entrepreneurs don’t fail because they are lazy they fail because they ignore fundamental business truths.In this powerful episode, we sit down with Mr Thulani, Managing Director of Supaprint Media Group, as he shares raw, real-life lessons from a journey that started selling sugar sweets in primary school to running a structured, compliant and disciplined business.We unpack why most p
Zambianisation Explained: Why Investors Struggle With Zambia’s Labour Laws
Zambianisation was meant to empower local citizens by prioritising the employment of Zambians over foreign workers. But is this policy strengthening Zambia’s economy or quietly driving foreign investors away?In this powerful podcast episode, we unpack the real business realities of Zambianisation in Zambia. We discuss the daily HR challenges, constant labour disputes, frequent court cases, and how
Don’t Diversify Too Early: The Silent Mistake Killing Young Entrepreneurs | Aaron Kumanja x TCV
What does it really take to win in business, careers, and life in the age of AI?In this powerful episode of The Chartered Vendor Podcast, we sit down with Aaron Kumanja to unpack raw, honest lessons most people learn too late.From sending over 500 CVs after school before getting his first opportunity, to understanding why how you end 2025 determines how you start 2026, Aaron breaks down the mindse
11 Sales Mistakes Killing African Businesses (Most Owners Don’t See)
Most African businesses don’t have a market problem. They have a sales leadership problem. In this episode of The Vendors Corner, Jerry More Nyazungu (aka The Chartered Vendor) break down the 11 deadly sales mistakes African companies keep making, mistakes that silently kill revenue, demotivate sales teams, and frustrate business owners. If you’ve ever said “salespeople are lazy” or “the economy i
Why Most Partnerships Collapse: Hard Lessons from Rumbidzai Chinyowa x The Chartered Vendor
Entrepreneurship looks glamorous from a distance, but the real education begins when you are responsible for everything decisions, people, money, and mistakes.In this episode of The Chartered Vendor Podcast, we sit down with Rumbidzai Chinyowa, a lawyer by training and the Director of Dingamuzi Real Estate, to unpack the hard truths behind entrepreneurship, partnerships, and leadership in Zimbabwe
Why Salespeople Who Never Give Up Always Win in the End
In this solo episode of The Chartered Vendor Podcast, we break down the raw truth about sales that most people don’t want to hear. Salespeople don’t get paid for being polite. They get paid for disturbing peace, making uncomfortable calls, and coming back again even after rejection.We talk about why: Salespeople only make money after making the call Being shouted at is part of the sales journey Ev
From Tyre Fitter to Serial Entrepreneur: Dale Woodend of Rossi Tyres x The Chartered Vendor
Entrepreneurship is not motivational quotes and soft life.It’s a dog fight.In this powerful episode of The Chartered Vendor, we sit down with Dale Woodend of Rossi Tyres to talk about the real side of building a business in Zimbabwe the part most people don’t post on social media.We unpack why:The first 3 years of business are brutal and break most foundersAs a small business, you can’t compete on
How One Man Convinced 2 Billion People to Bet Their Lives on an Idea
What if the greatest salesperson in history never sold a product… yet changed the world?In this episode of The Chartered Vendor Podcast, we break down sales, influence, and persuasion lessons from the teaching style of Jesus Christ not as religion, but as strategy.Jesus didn’t sell products.He sold ideas, vision, belief, and commitment.Through parables, questions, and storytelling, He mastered wha
What I Wish I Knew Before 10 Years in Business | The Chartered Vendor x Simbarashe Nyamadzawo
"What I Wish I Knew Before 10 Years in Business" | The Chartered Vendor x Simbarashe NyamadzawoWhat happens when a founder who's survived 10+ years in business drops all the filters and gets brutally honest?In this raw episode of The Chartered Vendor Podcast, Simbarashe Nyamadzawo (Founder, Gumiguru) shares the lessons most entrepreneurs learn too late—and the mistakes quietly killing African busi
The Tiki-Taka Business Blueprint: Leadership Lessons from Pep Guardiola’s Barcelona
How do you build a team that functions with the precision, rhythm, and dominance of FC Barcelona’s golden era? In this episode of The Chartered Vendor, host Jerry More Nyazungu decodes the business management secrets behind Pep Guardiola’s legendary Tiki-Taka philosophy.We move beyond the football pitch to explore how Guardiola’s core principles—radical clarity, disciplined execution, and the cour
Plot Mhako of Earground: The Unspoken Truth About The Music Business
Why do so many talented artists stay local while the world is hungry for African sound?In this episode of The Chartered Vendor Podcast, Jerry More Nyazungu sits down with Plot Mhako (Founder of Earground) to expose the unspoken truths of the music industry. This isn't just an interview; it is a masterclass on why artists in Zimbabwe and Zambia struggle to break into the international market and ho
