Seven mistakes entrepreneurs make that kill their business

As your fledgling business starts to grow, it’s critical that you don’t inadvertently strangle it in its infancy. Here are some early pitfalls to avoid… Doing too much yourself Many business owners fall into this trap as they attempt to keep their costs to a minimum. But ultimately it can mean you get bogged down […]

2012 winner, William Duk, takes his business to new heights

In light of the recent launch of the 2014 Sanlam / Business Partners Entrepreneur of the Year competition, which aims to honour, benefit and uplift local entrepreneurs, William Duk of Plantation Shutters and overall 2012 Sanlam / Business Partners Entrepreneur of the Year, shares his experiences and discusses how his participation in the competition is […]

Quality checks for your business plan

We all know we should check our cars before travelling. Equally important is the need to check your business plan for faults and potential failures before making it the core of your business, or using it to ask for financing. Here is a 6 point check: 1. Can YOU execute? Failure to convince financiers of […]

2014 Sanlam / Business Partners Entrepreneur of the Year® competition open for entries

Fostering the culture of entrepreneurship in SA since 1988 The 2014 Sanlam / Business Partners Entrepreneur of the Year® competition was today launched on 4 February, and organisers are calling for entrepreneurs who are striving to contribute positively towards South Africa’s economy and increase job creation – the heroes of the country’s economy – to […]