When my client decided to buy a well-established local café, everything looked perfect on the surface: a loyal customer base, charming décor, and an owner ready to retire. But just days after signing the deal, she discovered unpaid taxes, supplier disputes, and...
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The Power of Networking
Networking is often misunderstood as a transactional exchange of business cards or QR codes, but at its core, it's about cultivating authentic relationships that help people mutually achieve their goals. Whether you are a business owner or an aspiring entrepreneur,...
South Africa’s economic outlook for 2025
According to Bloomberg, “South Africa is expected to see its best economic performance in over a decade in 2025, but it still needs to do more to ensure greater access to social services”. The Bureau for Economic Research (BER) recently increased its growth outlook...
Crafting a Clear Vision, Mission, Purpose and Goals for Lasting Success
Introduction - Vision and Mission Setting the foundation for a successful business requires a clear understanding of its vision, mission, purpose and goals. These elements don’t just describe what the business does, it helps to shape the business identity, guide its...
The value of automation and innovation in your business
Automation and innovation are critical drivers for business growth and competitiveness in today's rapidly changing environment and because there is a significant synergy between the two principals, a balance ensures that your business remains efficient while staying...
Understanding AI, BI, and Machine Learning
Understanding AI, BI, and Machine Learning role in Organizational Systems In today’s rapidly evolving global technological landscape, terms like Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Intelligence (BI), and Machine Learning (ML) are becoming frequently used terms,...
Marketing and Advertising: Understanding Their Roles and Benefits for Your Business
Marketing versus Advertising In today's competitive business landscape, marketing and advertising are two fundamental disciplines that drive growth and success. Marketing and advertising are often used interchangeably, working in tandem to each other, but are not the...
The New Two-Pot Retirement System
New Retirement System to be implemented Starting from September 1, 2024, South Africa will implement the much-anticipated new two-pot retirement system, which represents a significant change in South Africa’s retirement landscape, aimed at providing greater financial...
Business Valuation – What is Your Business Worth?
Have you considered a Business Valuation No matter the size of your business, a business valuation must be done at some point – maybe multiple times and in multiple ways to determine your business worth. Understanding the true worth of your business is pivotal,...
Board composition
Board composition impact on the bottom line The composition of a board of directors plays a pivotal role in steering a company towards success, as a well-structured board composition positively impacts financial performance and governance, benefiting both the company...