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The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the South African business landscape in a number of ways, with the pressures of lockdown having turned daily operations for many companies on their head.… How to transition your business into Level 1
In the world of corporate consulting, dominated by a handful of huge international auditing and consulting firms, you would think it unlikely that a tiny local company can grow to… Home grown upstart holds its own against industry giants
Business owners are forever seeking new opportunities to expand their operations – a characteristic key to entrepreneurial success. However, where there are people seeking opportunities, you can bet there will… How to spot a business scam
Theo Baloyi, last year’s Emerging Business Entrepreneur of the Year at the 2019 Entrepreneur of the Year® competition, is proving his mettle by forging ahead with a phenomenal growth spurt… Emerging entrepreneur defies Covid-19 contraction with stunning sales growth
It is becoming increasingly difficult for many business owners to stay afloat, maintain or increase profitability levels as South Africa’s GDP contracted by 51 percent in the second quarter of… How to stay profitable in difficult times
Most entrepreneurs who use corporate careers as a springboard wait until at least their mid-30s before they take the leap to start their own business. Not Lyle Malander, whose ambition… Five years in, entrepreneur’s ambition strong as ever
While many sectors have found reprieve in the easing of the national lockdown to Alert Level 1, which includes the reopening of borders to tourists, the South African restaurant industry… 4 Key COVID-19 lessons for SAs restaurant industry
While the world economy languished in the doldrums of the COVID-19 pandemic, a small local cosmetics company has been increasing its sales by a staggering 40 percent this year, notching… SA entrepreneur swims against the economic tide with international break-through
The COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly changed our world and the way we do business. And it’s also impacted consumer purchasing habits and, in some instances, reshaped the demand landscape –… How to find your post-COVID pricing sweet spot
It was inevitable that Cikizwa Nqolobe would one day run her own business. As a 10-year-old girl, she used to help her aunt push her vegetable stock in a trolley… Destined for entrepreneurship