by Beam | Sep 4, 2025 | Health, Storytelling, Uncategorized
It is hard to believe that it has been six months since we started Beam. Six months in the life of a small consulting business is both a long and a short time. Like parents are often told: the days are long, but the years are short. Short in the brand building sense....
by Lisie Bruwer | Jul 31, 2025 | Storytelling, Savings, Uncategorized
Saving isn’t a new concept, in fact, piggy banks have been used as savings tools since medieval times. Back then, these clay pigs had to be smashed to access the money, turning both saving and spending into serious commitments. These days, the clay pig is mostly...
by Lisie Bruwer | Jul 9, 2025 | Storytelling, Savings, Uncategorized
Money is on our minds every day, whether we’re spending it, earning it or trying to save it. Saving, in particular, takes discipline, planning, consistency and patience over time. But for millions of South Africans, it’s not something you have to face alone. Sharing...
by Beam | Jun 24, 2025 | Storytelling, Education, Uncategorized
From comprehensive programmes to TED Talks and research papers, the area of Early Childhood Development (ECD) is well-covered. But one of the most powerful ways parents and caregivers can support a child’s development is also one of the simplest: read them a story....
by Beam | Jun 10, 2025 | Storytelling, Education, Uncategorized
Scientific writing isn’t exactly known for being captivating and emotional. Words like impersonal, dry and dense seem more fitting. But does it have to be this way? This week we’re looking at how storytelling can breathe life into the world of science communication,...
