This is one of those “My dad used to say” homilies. You’ve probably heard the accompanying “It takes just as much effort to sell a small deal as a big one,” over the years. It is not that simple in the business world The truth of this is more nuanced. Some businesses will prosper in […]
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Utilize Positive Momentum to Improve Your Business
In life and business, good things can come from negatives. More often than not, procrastination setbacks hinder business. By building positive momentum, progress bolstered by persistent, day-to-day action, you can increase the drive of your business. Take it from Alan Weiss, creator of the “One Percent Solution” – if you improve your business by 1% […]
10 Small Business Ideas that Require Zero Capital
Thanks to the digital revolution, it’s now easier for anyone to start a business. There’s nothing more fulfilling than becoming your own boss and changing the world through entrepreneurship. Since no one is born an entrepreneur, you, too, can become one. According to Microsoft Inc, many studies have shown that the minimum starting capital for […]
Moving from a Business Idea to Business Actuality
Things to Know, Consider and Do. Just about anyone can come up with ideas for a business venture. This is usually the easy part. The difficult part usually lies in actually being able to transmute that idea into reality. It is at this stage that most people fall short. While the vast majority of people […]
7 Industries That Will Still Thrive During Uncertain Times
Uncertainty is a driving force for change. Every global pandemic in history has shown the remarkable resilience of humans as we evolved and adapted to whatever the new normal has been. Whether out of necessity or safety, there is documented evidence during these times, which saw markedly accelerated adoption of changes and new behaviours. COVID-19 […]
10 Essential Personality Traits, Qualities, and Skills of an Entrepreneur
If you have considered starting your own business, you may be wondering if you have what it takes to become successful. Are entrepreneurs born predestined for success, or did they work hard to become the best version of themselves to achieve their goals? The answer is both. In this post, we’re going to look at […]
Avoid These 5 Common Startup Setbacks and Rebound Stronger
Most entrepreneurs are so convinced that they are the disruptive element, they fail to anticipate that unknown facts or events can and will occur to disrupt their own well-laid plans. While it’s true that there is no way of know specifically what might happen, you need to anticipate the worst, and actually build a Plan […]
Don’t Ignore These 4 Essentials to Make Your New Business Thrive
Running a business is no minor feat. No matter what products or services you’re providing, which field or industry you specialise in, or what demographic you’re targeting, it’s bound to be a challenge. Source: Pexels Even when you’re offering a relatively niche product or service, there are going to be plenty of competitors out there […]
6 Things That Really Irritate Entrepreneurs
Becoming an entrepreneur isn’t always as glamorous as it may seem. Some ambitious professionals are blinded by the desire to utter the words, “I’m a business owner”, but there’s a lot more to it than that. Although being a successful entrepreneur comes with plenty of clout and financial freedom, it takes hard work to get […]
Avoid These 9 Mistakes Small Businesses Make During Their First Year
Thinking about launching a startup, but scared of the legendary failure statistics? Today’s post covers the nine most common mistakes small business owners make in the first year—so you can learn how to avoid them and set yourself up for smooth seas ahead. Mistake #1: Failing to Plan By and far, the number one reason […]
