Startup companies are faced with many challenges, and one of these are securing funding. Securing and managing funding can be one of the most exciting – and nerve wracking – parts of being an entrepreneur. Often, the financial and legal implications may seem overwhelming. But don’t be afraid. You don’t need to be a lawyer
Funding a new business is part and parcel of an entrepreneur’s journey. You have a great business venture idea (or at least you’ve been told by family and friends that you have a great idea) and you are now raising startup capital but why, oh why is it that nobody wants to invest in your
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
So… You are ready to start a new business but are contemplating whether you need a Business Plan. Perhaps one of your friends advised you to write one but you are wondering whether it will just be a waste of valuable time? With the increase in the rate of competition and the high failure rate of
