#3  Unpacking the Funeral Insurance Market in South Africa | with Pamela Hellig & Stefanus van der Linde

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Join us in this episode of In Focus with Insight as Head of Insight Life Solutions, Pamela Hellig, sits down with Stefanus van der Linde, the Product Owner for Funeral business at MMH. Stefanus shares his insights into the funeral cover market, explaining the key differences between funeral cover and life cover, and unpacking the trends and challenges faced by insurers offering these products and their clientele.
Going hand-in-hand with his passion for the market he serves and solving societal problems, is Stefanus’ leadership journey. He also delves into the importance of company culture, collaboration, and creating a psychologically safe work environment. Stefanus' reflections on leadership, team motivation, and the parallels with South Africa's economic landscape provide valuable lessons for both industry professionals and aspiring leaders.
Don't miss this conversation that connects the dots between funeral insurance, leadership, and societal challenges in South Africa.

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Season 4 / Episode 3 28 Aug 2024 English South Africa Tech News · Tech News

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