Zuléka Smit is a teacher and motivational speaker with a love for life and a passion for young people and writing. Born in Kroonstad but completing her matric at High School Albertina, Zuléka attained her B.Ed teaching degree cum laude from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology-Wellington Campus. She kicked off her career at Paarl Boys' Primary School where, for the past 15 years, she has committed her life to preparing little people for life and laying strong foundations in their lives. She is also currently a matron at a high school where she further lives out her passion for the education and leadership of young people. Zuléka is a family person and is married to Johan. They have two beautiful kids, Karli and Heini.