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Much is written about South African’s high level of resilience, our never-say-die attitude or as they say in Afrikaans – ‘n boer maak ‘n plan. Research has shown that we have a higher level of resilience than many nations around [...]

Like it or not, there are very few ‘secrets’ left in the world.  Google has already, for free, provided us with all the answers human beings know.  So why then are some people a lot more productive, and dare I [...]

As we experience interruptions and curved balls in our businesses, it struck me that where we find ourselves now is not very different to where we were in early 2020 at the start of the pandemic.   The major difference [...]

“Leading in a VUCA world” “Business agility now essential in a VUCA world” “How VUCA is reshaping business?” “Winning in a VUCA world”   These are just some of the seemingly endless headlines steering us towards yet another new normal.  This [...]

No matter how small or insignificant a matter might seem, your decisions will impact your business’s outcomes. The right decisions made at the right time can give way to positive transformations and success, while the wrong decisions at the wrong [...]

Over the last couple of weeks, I have had several meetings and discussions with colleagues and clients on the subject of business success and what sets some business owners apart from the others. Time and time again, the outcomes of [...]

6 steps to building a business that buys you time and freedom:   Business Basics to World Class: In this step, you need to focus on understanding the fundamentals of business and how to develop them to achieve world-class results. [...]

Recently a colleague and I were discussing client retention, during which he lamented the fact that he had recently lost some long-standing clients.  Several key points came out of the discussions which I would like to summarise below:   Focusing [...]

As Business Owners our mindset plays a pivotal role in achieving success, not only for growing our business but also for our happiness in life. A positive mindset allows us to approach challenges optimistically and see opportunities whereas a negative [...]

Growing a successful business is no easy feat, but having a strong team can make all the difference. As an entrepreneur or business owner, your people are your most valuable asset, and investing in their growth and development can have [...]

South Africa has been experiencing frequent power outages for many years now, which have had a significant impact on businesses in the country. These power outages are known as "load shedding" and are caused by a shortage of electricity supply [...]

Every year, without fail, you and I get letters from all sorts of corporate companies we deal with and every year, they all sing from the same hymn sheet:  “Blah blah blah your new price increase will be X and [...]

  Running a successful business requires a lot of effort and dedication. As a business owner, it's easy to get bogged down in the day-to-day tasks and lose sight of the bigger picture. That's why it's essential to identify your [...]

Selling is the lifeblood of any business, and mastering the art of selling is crucial for entrepreneurs, salespeople, and anyone who wants to succeed in business. Whether you are selling products or services, effective selling skills can make all the [...]

  Financial Management According to Jessie Hagen of U.S. Bank, as cited on the SCORE/Counsellors to America’s Small Business website http://www.score.org the main reasons small business fail: 82% – Poor cash flow management skills/poor understanding of cash flow, 79% – [...]

Motivation is a great driving factor in productivity. It takes a lot to slow down a motivated individual. It is therefore important to ask: what motivates people to work? Motivation to work is much more than the pay offered to [...]