In most parts of the world, it is estimated that about 80 % of emerging (small) businesses will fail in their first year of operation. Only those that have the ability to weather the tough times have any chances of being in the 20 % that survive the first year. Continue reading
Have you ever wondered why certain entrepreneurs succeed in business and while others do not. In fact coming to think of it, certain people become extremely successful in their chosen business field whereas others tend to just get by, if not go backwards. Continue reading
There is only one way to treat your family while you embark on your journey as an entrepreneur or a business owner – AS AN ASSET. Be it is your wife, your siblings, your parents and/or your children, you will always need their support throughout your journey as an entrepreneur. Continue reading
Remember that being an entrepreneur means a total mindset change from being a 9 – 5 person to being an innovator, an operator, an employer etc. As you venture into your own business, here are some simple tips that may be of assistance to you: Continue reading
Raising sufficient start-up cash is an essential part of the planning process for any entrepreneur-to-be. While the market offers a whole host of financing options, choosing the right one among the lot can be confusing for an entrepreneur who has a more of a creative brain, rather than financial acumen. Continue reading
Many people who are employed secretly desire to be in their own business. In their minds, there is no better heaven than being your own boss. I am not sure what the statistics are, but I am willing to bet that the majority of employed people have at one point in the work career secretly harbored the thought of starting up their own business. In this article, we reflect on some practical business start up things that you can do whilst you are still working in your day job. Continue reading
