Dear Entrepreneur and Business Owner, Having a new business idea is great! But, without a business plan, or using a generic cookie cutter business plan template, a business is essentially rudderless, and day-to-day activities are likely to be haphazard and reactive. Unfortunately, there are a number of “Business Plan Consultants” that promise the world when
Marketing is an integral part of your small business operations. Is there one magic formula that will take the effort out of marketing and bring you all the clients you need, forever? No! Business owners that search for that elusive marketing unicorn will agree that it is a daunting task. They read articles and books,
Starting a New Business? Need a Business Plan? Then listen to this practical advice to entrepreneurs on ‘Everything to do with Business Plans’. Dr. Thommie Burger (Founder of JTB Consulting (Just in Time Business Consulting) interviewed. The interview was conducted by the University of Pretoria’s TUKS FM 107.2 during its Business Platform Show on 21
Websites? Everyone has one right? Something we all know but when it comes to the technical jargon and design of a website, most entrepreneurs are novices. More than 10 years ago, when I was on the verge of starting JTB Consulting, one of the key aspects I had to consider was the design of a
Teaching entrepreneurship and the principles of starting your own business to kids are vital. Due to cut-throat competition in the conventional professional fields like Engineers, Chartered Accountants and Medical Doctors, teaching entrepreneurship to children has certainly gained tremendous popularity in specially developed nations…an alternative to just merely seeking a professional career after school. Since the
Fear of rejection is something that is faced by sales people and entrepreneurs alike. Following up with prospective clients is one of the most important activities of small business owners. Entrepreneurs constantly put themselves out there, and no one is safe from the fear of rejection. They’re afraid the prospect is going to tell them, “Go
