THE BUSH LESSONS GUY

Most people begin life believing almost anything is possible. Yet somewhere along the journey, disappointment, doubt, fear and limiting beliefs quietly shrink their dreams until they settle for far less than they are truly capable of achieving.

Francois J. Lubbe believes it doesn’t have to be that way.

Throughout his own life, he has repeatedly discovered that the most extraordinary opportunities lie just beyond the first courageous step into the unknown. Whether leaving the familiarity of a small farming town, building an executive career, stepping into entrepreneurship, creating new intellectual property or exploring ecosystems across the world, one pattern has remained constant: growth begins when we choose courage over comfort and possibility over certainty.

Growing up in Kakamas in South Africa’s Northern Cape, Francois developed an insatiable curiosity about people, nature and life. One of the greatest influences on his thinking was his grandfather, a farmer whose formal education ended at primary school but whose wisdom shaped generations. His advice has remained a guiding principle throughout Francois’ life:

“One thing no one can ever take away from you is your education. Go and learn as much as you can.”

That lifelong commitment to learning has taken Francois from corporate boardrooms to the African bush, from global business communities to diverse cultures across the world. Each experience has expanded not only his knowledge, but the way he sees.

Today, Francois is recognised as The Bush Lessons Guy and is the creator of the Bush Lessons Intellectual Property System—a distinctive philosophy, language and methodology that helps leaders see what others miss.

At the heart of his work is a simple but powerful belief:

People rarely reach the limits of their potential. More often, they reach the limits of what they believe is possible.

By learning to read the ecosystems in which they live and work, recognising the visible and invisible tracks they leave behind, and responding differently to pressure, leaders begin to see possibilities that were always there—but previously hidden from view. Better seeing leads to better thinking. Better thinking leads to better decisions. Better decisions enrich ecosystems and create extraordinary results.

Francois integrates this philosophy with the globally proven ActionCOACH Business Operating System (ABOS), combining a unique way of seeing with practical systems, accountability and implementation. His proprietary frameworks—including Bush Lessons 4 Business, The Possibility Dynamo and the Kruger MBBA (Mastery in Business Breakthrough Acceleration)—are different expressions of the same underlying purpose: helping people navigate uncertainty, mobilise meaningful action and create lasting impact.

Whether working with an entrepreneur scaling a business, a family business navigating succession, or a corporate leadership team facing complexity and change, Francois helps leaders recognise what others overlook, make better decisions and enrich the ecosystems they lead. His philosophy is translated into practical action through proven business systems, disciplined execution and measurable outcomes.

Simply put, Francois helps leaders see what they couldn’t see before, so they can achieve what they didn’t believe was possible.

With 23 years of corporate and executive leadership experience, more than 17 years as an ActionCOACH Franchise Partner and over 12,000 hours of business coaching, Francois has guided business owners, executives and leadership teams across a wide range of industries. He has been recognised internationally as an ActionCOACH Diamond Coach, Master Coach, Sales Coach of the Year, Global Speaker & Trainer and National Brand Builder.

He is the author of Bush Lessons 4 Business – Unlocking Your Possibility, a keynote speaker and leadership strategist whose work continues to evolve through learning, observation and experience. Whether coaching a leadership team, facilitating an immersive experience in the African bush or speaking from an international stage, his purpose remains the same:

To help people see beyond their current reality, believe in what is truly possible, and take the courageous first step towards enriching the ecosystems in which they live and work—creating extraordinary results.

Every ecosystem leaves tracks. 

The future belongs to those who learn to read them.

Credibility & Recognition

• Delivered over 12,000 hours of business coaching across multiple industries.
• Recognitions from ActionCOACH: Diamond Coach, Master Coach, Sales Coach of the Year, Global Speaker & Trainer, National Brand Builder.
• Formerly established the first Small Business Division for a major bank.
• Three-time Top Regional Sales Manager nationally.
• Recipient of the national Prestige Award for Leadership at executive level.

Education & Continuous Development

• B.Com & B.Com Honours – University of the Free State
• Master of Business Leadership (MBL) – UNISA
• Executive Sales Development Programme – INSEAD (France)
• Strategic Leadership Programme – School of Business Leadership / Go Strategic (USA)
• 4-Day MBA Programme – Sydney, Australia

The Bush Perspective                  

Over 35 years exploring the African wilderness, Francois has drawn lessons in resilience, strategy, and insight that he applies directly to business leadership.

Personal Life

Francois values family and meaningful relationships alongside professional achievement. He enjoys travelling, wildlife photography, birding, wine collecting, running, reading, and cooking — pursuits that reflect his curiosity and commitment to living a balanced and purposeful life.