Month: October 2009

Taking on staff is a sign that your business is growing and flourishing, but it is certainly not without its risks.

Thinking of starting a business, but not sure which path to follow. Take a few minutes to do a personal evaluation of your goals and resources.

Pitfalls abound when entrepreneurs decide to become partners. Understand partnerships ahead of time so you can set up guidelines that allow people to walk away if things go wrong.

Even though the concept of a recession carries with it many negative connotations, recessions are also often hotbeds for innovation and many of today’s large powerful global companies were started ...

You should consider buying a business instead of starting one from scratch – it'll cost you more upfront, but you get what you pay for.

Angel investors are wealthy individuals seeking to invest their own money in early stage companies.

Have you considered the legal ins and outs of setting up a business in a residential area? You will need to know about zoning.

The responsibilities of being an employer do not end with PAYE. Statutory regulations govern your responsibility in relation to both COIDA and UIF.

Certain types of businesses require a licence to trade, which is why you need to apply for a permit.

An entrepreneur’s key question about his new start-up is: will it work? The answer to this lies in thorough market research.

Before jumping headfirst into starting a home-based business, it's important to take a reality check and answer a few questions honestly.

A great deal hangs on a due diligence – especially if you have applied for finance. Make sure you’re prepared.

The stories of three South African start-up businesses that pursued different funding routes to launch their companies.

Think you have a hot business idea? Put it to the test.

Learn how to improve your small business by implementing six Sigma problem solving methods.

A detailed 9-step roadmap to assist business owners avert failure in times of panic and desperation.

Knowing what an investor is looking for is often the key to securing the finance your business needs.

How to build a business plan that inspires confidence in your potential backers.

Raising capital for your start-up or established business is often a long and arduous journey. Some have succeeded. Many have failed. Having had first-hand experience at this, I know what ...

At best you may only have a 30 minute window to pitch your idea to potential investors – make sure you get it right.