For many ecommerce start-ups, the biggest challenge is finding the balance between being hands-on and knowing when to call in the experts. In the first 1000 days, carefully managing cash flow doesn’t always mean taking the cheapest route available. Brendon Williamson, head of sales and marketing at DPO South Africa shares six pitfalls to avoid […]
Article first published on Bizcommunity If you have ever dreamt of starting a business, don’t put off your dream for next year. If you start smart enough, you can be just in time to benefit from this Christmas season. All you need is dedication and a good idea. If you feel dedicated enough, check these four […]
Article provided by Fedgroup Owning one’s own business can be a fulfilling experience and certainly one that is far removed from working for a boss. Many people thrive in this environment where the business stands or falls as a result of the decisions they make on a daily basis. There are two broad ways of going […]
Article provided by Merchant Capital Being a business owner is a lonely journey. Often leaving you to day-to-day dealings and contemplating business growth decisions all on your own. The pressure of making payments, bringing in new business, ensuring your employees can support their families (all while balancing your own work-life balance) is not a foreign concept. […]
Article provided by Business Doctors Alchemy was an ancient branch of natural philosophy, that attempted to purify, mature and perfect certain materials. It is most commonly known for its attempts to purify base metals – turning lead into gold, creating an elixir for immortality, panaceas to cure any disease and the development of a universal solvent. […]
Article provided by 1-grid The rise of highly successful start-ups and entrepreneurs in the last few years have led to many South Africans wanting to start their own small businesses. Unfortunately, for many, the journey ends with the idea of being an entrepreneur, because the process of registering a business in South Africa may seem too […]
“The sales won’t roll in just because you’ve built the website or opened your virtual doors, you need to do some legwork to get customer attention”, says payments expert, PayGate. In the late 1980s, the movie Field of Dreams told businesses everywhere a disastrous lie. “If you build it, they will come.” While the sentiment […]
