The Power of Visualisation: African Journeys of Purpose, Resilience and Reinvention

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Augusta Dorning Shirley Zinn

The Power of Visualisation

African Journeys of Purpose, Resilience and Reinvention

Augusta Dorning, Shirley Zinn

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English

KR Publishing
01 September 2025

Management: leadership & motivation; Personnel & human resources management; Self-help & personal development

The Power of Visualisation is a transformative collection of African stories that proves the future you imagine can become the life you live. Through powerful narratives from leaders, pioneers, and everyday visionaries, Dr Shirley Zinn and Dr Augusta Dorning reveal how intentional visualisation transforms adversity into achievement. Blending neuroscience, practical tools, and authentic storytelling, this book equips you to sharpen your focus, fuel your resilience, and create a life of purpose, possibility, and legacy. Whether you're navigating personal change, pursuing professional growth, or reimagining your community's future, this is your roadmap to turning dreams into reality.

What if the greatest tool for shaping your destiny isn't out there-it's already within you? In The Power of Visualisation, Dr Shirley Zinn and Dr Augusta Dorning bring together a tapestry of extraordinary African voices who dared to imagine more. From overcoming personal tragedy and systemic barriers to breaking new ground in sport, business, healthcare, and social change, these contributors share how they turned mental pictures into measurable results.

More than inspiration, this is a practical guide to:

Harnessing the science of visualisation for personal and professional success Using imagery to boost resilience, confidence, and creativity Building a personal brand and legacy with clarity and intention Applying real-life tools and exercises to transform vision into action

Packed with wisdom, hope, and actionable strategies, The Power of Visualisation shows that no matter where you begin, you can chart a future defined by purpose and possibility.

Your vision is your superpower-start using it today.

By: Shirley Zinn
Other: Augusta Dorning
Imprint: KR Publishing
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 9mm
Weight: 227g
ISBN: 9781991272478
ISBN 10: 1991272472
Pages: 164
Publication Date: 01 September 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Dr Augusta Dorning is a trailblazing healthcare leader with over four decades of experience across public, private, consultancy, and non-governmental sectors. She is the Managing Partner of Extraordinary Hospitals of Africa, driving hospital improvement initiatives across the continent. Formerly Africa Strategy Lead for the Lenmed Group and General Manager of South Africa's largest private hospital-----the first woman to hold the role in its 120-year history-----she has also been a pioneering figure in public service, becoming the first woman appointed as Director of Labour Relations, chairing the Education Labour Relations Council, and leading negotiations at the Health Sector Bargaining Council.Her leadership has earned her multiple accolades, including the 2020 One Hundred Most Impactful Global Leaders in Healthcare Award, the 2021 Most Influential Healthcare Businesswoman Award, and the 2024 RMB Africa's Fearless Thinker Award. An accomplished academic and speaker, she has delivered over 30 conference papers, served on numerous panels, and published widely, including her book The Case for Executive Coaching in Private Healthcare in South Africa. Recognised as one of South Africa's most influential women in healthcare, she continues to inspire with her dedication to excellence, innovation, and empowerment. Dr Shirley Zinn is a respected South African leader, celebrated for her contributions to education, leadership, transformation, and social justice. Beginning her career as a secondary school English teacher and later a university lecturer, she went on to hold senior executive roles, including Group Head of Human Resources at Woolworths Holdings and Head of HR at Standard Bank, Nedbank, SARS, and Reckitt (Africa & Middle East). She has served as an Extraordinary Professor at the University of Pretoria, Adjunct Professor at the University of Cape Town, and on multiple boards such as Sanlam, SpurCorp, and Spar Group. A Harvard graduate with a Doctorate in Education, she is also Chairperson of the V&A Waterfront and WESGRO, and the bestselling author of Swimming Upstream. She is an Independent Non-Executive Board Director: Sanlam, MTN (SA), VNA, Spur Corporation and Spar Group among others.Recognised with numerous awards, including the 2024 Inspirational Leader award, Dr Zinn is a mentor to young women and an in-demand speaker at local and international events. Deeply committed to making a positive impact, she blends her professional expertise with her advocacy for dignity, equity, and opportunity. Her career exemplifies resilience, excellence, and the belief that education is a powerful force for personal and societal change.