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Adii Pienaar

First-generation founder of WooThemes and Conversio; author of Life Profitability

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Episode 28 · 57 min

First Generation Wealth Creator & Living Life Profitably

Two exits created the first wealth in Adii Pienaar's family. Now he's writing the rules: a leg up for his children, never a handout.

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The Business Family Diagnostic · Rising gen

A leg up, not a handout.

Adii wrote it into his family office constitution while his children were still young: bring a validated idea and the family will back you. Does your family have a way to consider a new idea seriously?

One of the three Rising gen statements. How true is it for your family?
“The next generation has a clear path to understanding what it will own, whatever role each person chooses.”
See where you stand

Biography

An entrepreneur and founder of two global multimillion-dollar companies, Adii Pienaar prides himself on the commercial and life profitability of his businesses.

Adii’s personal journey enabled him to discover a rich, fulfilling life that coincides with a sustainable strategy for success in the workplace. His concept of life profitability is now gaining momentum in the business world. A native of South Africa, Adii lives in the winelands of Cape Town with his wife, Jeanne, and their two children.

Book — Life Profitability

What does “success” mean to you?

If you’re an entrepreneur, this probably feels like a straightforward question with a simple answer: you want your business to thrive. You want to make a profit, stand out, be noticed. But then what? Are you done? Are you fulfilled? Are you happy?

For Adii Pienaar, selling two multimillion-dollar businesses wasn’t enough. He was an entrepreneur because he wanted freedom; instead, he was stuck in a destructive cycle, almost losing everything in his constant search for more. That’s when he changed his mindset, his expectations, and his life.

In Life Profitability, Adii provides you with a new perspective for becoming self-aware, recognizing your values, and understanding your impact. An enriched life and a successful business are not mutually exclusive. In fact, this book will provide you with the first steps in building a business that is more sustainable, with increased options for you, your employees, and your community. Learn how to give yourself some space, measure meaningful output, and live with intention so that you can maximize profit that truly counts.

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