Posted on December 11th, 2024
Deciding how to charge people for your product or service is a very important decision. If the price is too low, your profit will be low and if it’s too high, you may lose customers.…
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Deciding how to charge people for your product or service is a very important decision. If the price is too low, your profit will be…
The digital world works a little differently from other “traditional” spheres. This is no different when it comes to sales and marketing. Here the sales…
Business partnerships can either be a good or a bad choice for your business. Whether it has a positive or negative outcome depends on a…
When starting a business, it’s crucial to be prepared for both the initial startup costs and the ongoing expenses. A budget is an essential tool…
Managing inventory levels effectively is crucial for the success of any business. Whether you’re a retailer, wholesaler, or manufacturer, maintaining the right inventory levels can…
If you run an online store, then staying up to date with the latest eCommerce trends is important. While we can’t predict exactly what 2024…
Franchise entrepreneurship holds significant appeal in South Africa, offering a well-trodden path to success. With numerous franchise opportunities available, aspiring business owners have a plethora…
Empowering Communities: The Rise of Social Entrepreneurship in South Africa Have you ever dreamed of launching a business that not only generates profit but also…
MTN Business has announced Kevinot Farming from Matatiele in the Eastern Cape as the distinguished winner of its SME JumpStarter campaign. This strategic initiative, aligned…
One lesson that entrepreneurs must quickly learn is that survival and growth depend on being nimble and ready to adapt to changing markets. This talent…
If you run an eCommerce website, you need to generate traffic to make sales. The trouble is, eCommerce is insanely competitive, so getting enough relevant…
One of the most important elements of a successful business is healthy cash flow. Without this, any business will struggle to operate properly. Cash flow…
Youth entrepreneurship in South Africa is key to economic growth and empowerment. Young people shape the future of South Africa, so investing in and focusing…
Your website is your business’s most important online asset. It’s where you drive traffic from your marketing channels, and it’s where you convert people into…
There are many different ways that business owners can use technology to work smarter. One of the best is with the right accounting automation tools.…
If you’re going to start a business in South Africa, then you need to know what different forms of business ownership structures exist. The type…
If you’re a young entrepreneur in need of funding, then the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) could offer the ideal opportunity. NYDA business funding helps…
Townships are busy places, full of people and business opportunities. If you’re interested in running your own business and becoming your own boss, then there…
One of the biggest initial challenges of starting a business is gaining funding. You need capital to get your business off the ground, but finding…
You can’t start a business without a solid business plan in place. Your business plan is the essential roadmap you will use to understand how…
A great website is paramount to the success of any kind of business. Your website is often the first impression new customers have of your…
One of the fundamental parts of running a business is understanding what laws and regulations you need to follow. No matter the industry you’re in…
Nearly one in every four female African entrepreneurs has innovated in some way. This shows just how much potential female entrepreneurs have to offer in…
SMEs are the backbone of South Africa’s economy, which is why various government funding initiatives exist to help support the development of small businesses. Whether…
You need money to start a business. While this can be a tricky part of getting your business off the ground, the good news is…
Youth unemployment is a major challenge in South Africa today. With increasing numbers of young people being unable to find work, there is a rising…
If your business isn’t online yet, then it’s probably a good idea to change that. Any kind of retailer can extend its operations online to…
Your website is your small business’s most important online asset. It’s where you’ll drive all of your marketing traffic, and it’s where customers will make…
Deciding how to charge people for your product or service…
The digital world works a little differently from other “traditional”…
Business partnerships can either be a good or a bad…
When starting a business, it’s crucial to be prepared for…
Managing inventory levels effectively is crucial for the success of…
If you run an online store, then staying up to…
Franchise entrepreneurship holds significant appeal in South Africa, offering a…
Empowering Communities: The Rise of Social Entrepreneurship in South Africa…
MTN Business has announced Kevinot Farming from Matatiele in the…
One lesson that entrepreneurs must quickly learn is that survival…
If you run an eCommerce website, you need to generate…
One of the most important elements of a successful business…
Youth entrepreneurship in South Africa is key to economic growth…
Your website is your business’s most important online asset. It’s…
There are many different ways that business owners can use…
If you’re going to start a business in South Africa,…
If you’re a young entrepreneur in need of funding, then…
Townships are busy places, full of people and business opportunities.…
One of the biggest initial challenges of starting a business…
You can’t start a business without a solid business plan…
A great website is paramount to the success of any…
One of the fundamental parts of running a business is…
Nearly one in every four female African entrepreneurs has innovated…
SMEs are the backbone of South Africa’s economy, which is…
You need money to start a business. While this can…
Youth unemployment is a major challenge in South Africa today.…
If your business isn’t online yet, then it’s probably a…
Your website is your small business’s most important online asset.…
The Greek philosopher Heraclitus said: “There is nothing permanent except change.” As a business owner, you have two choices. Firstly, you can be overwhelmed by…
Growing a business comes with plenty of challenges. But don’t worry, with the right strategies, you can prepare for these challenges and tackle them head-on.…
If you run an online store, then staying up to date with the latest eCommerce trends is important. While we can’t predict exactly what 2024…
Hiring interns and entry-level employees can be useful for any growing business. These hires are more affordable, and when you hire strategically, you can often…
Customer retention is important for any business. It helps you gain more long-term value from each customer. And what’s one of the best ways to…
When you start a new business or release a new product, you’ll be mainly focused on attracting new customers. While customer acquisition is important, customer…
Employee training programs can help you achieve greater productivity and efficiency in the workplace. There’s always value in teaching your employees new skills, so focusing…
Managing HR for your business can be incredibly time-consuming. HR involves many different tasks, which can take hours if done manually. By using the right…
Running a small business is tough. There’s a lot you need to spend money on to get started. And when you do generate a profit,…
Committing to full-time, permanent staff can be a major decision for SMEs. One alternative is to take on temporary employees to help your business fill…
Investing in customer service training for employees is one of the most important things any business can do. Excellent customer service is invaluable, and providing…
Your business’s workforce is critical to its success. One of the most important aspects of hiring employees is making sure you keep them engaged with…
There’s a lot that goes into growing your business, such as perfecting your product and running great marketing campaigns. However, none of this will help…
As a small business owner in today’s world, you need to know how to market your business online. Google is the first place that many…
These days, learning has become a lot more accessible thanks to online courses. As an entrepreneur, there are hundreds of courses out there that can…
Hiring the right employees is one of the most important tasks you’ll face when growing your small business. The people behind your business play a…
There’s a lot to consider when you hire staff for your business. Besides all the processes involved in screening and hiring the right candidates, you…
It costs a lot more to acquire new customers than it does to retain your existing ones. By using the right customer retention strategies, your…
It can cost businesses five times more to acquire new customers than it does to retain their existing ones. This is why having the right…
The Greek philosopher Heraclitus said: “There is nothing permanent except…
Growing a business comes with plenty of challenges. But don’t…
If you run an online store, then staying up to…
Hiring interns and entry-level employees can be useful for any…
Customer retention is important for any business. It helps you…
When you start a new business or release a new…
Employee training programs can help you achieve greater productivity and…
Managing HR for your business can be incredibly time-consuming. HR…
Running a small business is tough. There’s a lot you…
Committing to full-time, permanent staff can be a major decision…
Investing in customer service training for employees is one of…
Your business’s workforce is critical to its success. One of…
There’s a lot that goes into growing your business, such…
As a small business owner in today’s world, you need…
These days, learning has become a lot more accessible thanks…
Hiring the right employees is one of the most important…
There’s a lot to consider when you hire staff for…
It costs a lot more to acquire new customers than…
It can cost businesses five times more to acquire new…
Data is becoming increasingly important in the world. For businesses, data is useful for providing practical business information. In the world of small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), data and data analytics can help with technology…
As your business grows, you will need more staff, equipment, money and technology tools and applications. There are a range of tech tools that you can get but the most important thing to consider is…
Cloud-based services are a good way for small businesses to sort out their IT needs without spending a lot of money. As your company grows, resources become limited, and this can lead to needing more…
Mobile connectivity solutions can help improve your business’ functionality. It can help you run your business outside the office. At its most basic, mobile solutions allow you to use them while you’re out and about…
The increased use of technology and everything being online makes security and privacy vital. If your business uses tools such as Wi-Fi, online collaboration tools or any unified online platform, you need to get a…
Conducting a risk analysis is vital for protecting your business against potential threats. While you can’t control what risks and events might occur around your business, you can take all necessary steps to help prevent…
In today’s digital world, SMEs need to embrace technology if they want to stay competitive. Whether you run a small shop or a growing consultancy firm, investing in the right tech can streamline your operations,…
Technology is always changing, which means there are constantly new use cases and tech solutions being developed. One major area in which businesses now use technology is customer service. Technology plays a crucial role in…
Recognising the critical demand for reliable backup power solutions amid South Africa’s persistent load-shedding challenges, MTN Business, in collaboration with Huawei and Verteco, has launched the Power-M inverter and battery solar solution. Tailored for small…
Managing employees is often one of the most time-consuming tasks for any business. With the right human resource and employee management automation tools, small businesses can save plenty of time and effort. All this while…
When it comes to setting up your business communications, there are many different options to consider. Using a mobile PABX is one of the smartest choices for modern businesses. A mobile PABX for businesses lets…
There are many tricks and tactics SMEs can use to make marketing more efficient and more effective. One of the best approaches is to use email marketing automation. Email marketing automation is designed to ensure…
As a small business owner, you’ve got a lot on your plate. While you might not think you have the time to dive into your sales data, performing a detailed sales data analysis can be…
Chat GPT is one of the biggest and most exciting tech developments right now. The AI-powered chatbot understands natural language text and can use this to generate all kinds of different responses. As a small…
Technology is constantly developing and evolving. While this affects our lives in many different ways, modern technology is significantly impacting SMEs. New tech developments are helping SMEs grow faster, become more profitable, and access a…
When it comes to setting your business up with the right productivity tools, Microsoft 365 is one of the most popular options. It’s also one of the smartest choices, as the subscription includes a host…
Starting an online business is one of the best ways to make money these days. If you’re interested in running a business online, then you’ll probably look towards e-commerce. New to e-commerce or unsure where…
Big data refers to large and complex data sets that traditional information systems couldn’t manage. With advancements in technology, SMEs now have greater access to big data. This can help businesses in many different ways.…
If you want to maximize sales and revenue, then it’s important to consider Customer Loyalty. Instead of only looking towards attracting new customers, focusing on your existing customers can help you boost sales and build…
Managing your business’s payroll can be a time-consuming and complicated task. Yet, getting it right is essential for the smooth operation of any business. One of the best solutions for payroll management is automation. When…
Email Marketing Automation is one of the best ways to save time and ensure you target your email list with the most relevant, impactful content. This helps your email marketing strategy generate better engagement and…
Technology plays a major role in business today. As a small business, there are many different ways that technology can transform your operations. One important thing to note is how much more accessible technology has…
Understanding the customer journey is a vital part of running a business. The better you can streamline and optimise this journey, the more sales your business will be able to make. One of the great…
If you run a business, then you need to keep it up to date with the right tools. Luckily, there are plenty of free and affordable tech tools that can modernise the way any business…
As a business owner, you need to constantly make decisions. Using data analytics will ensure these decisions are smarter, more informed, and have a better chance of achieving a positive outcome. In today’s online world,…
Running a business today requires the right online collaboration tools. You’ll need to be able to communicate with your colleagues, share files, and collaborate on different documents. If you’re working remotely or your teams are…
Today’s business environment is evolving at a rapid pace. New tech solutions are being rolled out every day, and the way customers interact with businesses is always changing. If you don’t modernise and embrace this…
You need to monitor the right metrics to run a successful website. If you don’t know how your website is performing, and how visitors are interacting with your website, then you won’t know how to…
There are a lot of time-consuming tasks that small businesses face each day. By using the right software, automating these tasks is totally possible. One of the best ways to apply automation to any kind…
Are you inspired by the dedication, innovation, and resilience of small businesses in South Africa? Do you know a small business that deserves recognition for its outstanding contributions to its community and industry? Now is…
The Molteno Institute and MTN support teachers, and students across the country In 2020, the South African adult illiteracy rate was 10%. While this was a small improvement compared to the previous year, and a…
