The Money Show Stats SA fine-tunes informal jobs measurement, How I make my money: Lisa Taylor, Colour Analyst
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Aug 11, 2025 
Lisa Taylor, a color analyst and trainer, discusses her revolutionary work in color specification across South Africa's architectural and design sectors. She shares insights into how color can influence emotional responses and professional choices. Bronwyn Williams, author of 'Surviving the AI Apocalypse,' emphasizes the importance of adapting to AI's challenges while exploring the psychological effects of color on consumer behavior. Their dynamic conversation intertwines color trends with economic adaptation and highlights the significance of personal value in an evolving job market.
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Survey Changes Must Balance Local And Global
- Stats SA must balance local realities with international comparability when changing labour-survey questions.
- The post-pandemic labour market shows diverse, emerging work forms that surveys must capture.
Informality Includes Scaleable Businesses
- Informal work is multi‑sectoral and can include profitable small and medium firms, not just street hawkers.
- Recognising informal employment will shift policy, regulation and investment toward scaling these businesses.
Definitions Drive Policy And Opportunity
- Changing how employment is defined can trigger practical policy shifts like rezoning and support programs.
- Recognising informal income transforms municipal bylaws and creates routes to formalise micro-businesses.
