TASNEEM KARRIEM

What’s the most interesting thing about you that people don’t know? I love cooking and once considered entering What is your biggest regret? Not always listening to my instincts.

Which historical figure do you most identify with? Nelson Mandela, for his will and determination to fight for what he believed in.

What was your first job?

I was a store assistant at a men’s apparel store when I was about 18.

What are you reading at the moment? What’s the one book everyone should read before they die?

Nothing at the moment, but I have by Sheryl Sandberg, on my to-do list! Every woman should read

by Lois Frankel. What’s your biggest indulgence? Chocolate.

Which phrase or word do you most overuse?

Let’s do this!

Is there such a thing as “enough money” and, if so, how much is it? It’s all relative.

How do you handle stress? What are your top tips for dealing with stress?

I take it in my stride, manage those things I can control and let go of those I can’t. It is what it is.

Chef. Lean In, Master

Who is your favourite hero of fiction?

Batman — he never dies!

What’s the worst airport you’ve been in?

Charles de Gaulle Airport, Paris.

What talent would you most like to have?

Fortune telling.

What is the one investment you wish you had made, or made earlier?

Naspers.

On what occasions do you lie? What’s the point of lying? Karma finds its way to you eventually. Take it on the chin and get on with it.

Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office,

Nominate your eighth wonder of the world.

My mother. She is a true motivator and a true inspiration.

What do you consider the most overrated virtue? Patience.

When and where are you happiest?

Spending time with my best friend — my husband — and my twin boys.