When is the right time for a founding CEO to step aside?

Published by Business Partners team on 7 July 2017

Sometimes the entrepreneurial traits of a small-business owner are not conducive to successfully creating and running a large to global business.

Is entrepreneurship a trip best travelled alone?

Published by Business Partners team on 22 May 2017

Just as important as knowing when the time is right to get a partner involved, is knowing when it isn’t.

Buy your dream entrepreneurial business

Published by Business Partners team on 14 February 2017

Opting to purchase an existing business instead of starting a business from scratch is a safer and more effective way to becoming a business owner.

Taking holidays seriously

Published by Business Partners team on 21 December 2016

‘When business owners return to work after a holiday, their physical health is boosted, their focus is better and they perform again at much higher levels of personal productivity and effectiveness.’

Ten rules for entrepreneurs to live by

Published by Business Partners team on 7 January 2016

The life of an entrepreneur is different from those that are employed in a 9-to-5 job.

Equity vs debt: How should entrepreneurs fund their business ventures?

Published by Business Partners team on 26 October 2015

When applying for finance, an entrepreneur should be very clear on the position and strategy of the business as this will determine what type of funding is appropriate for the business.

Tips for entrepreneurs to adapt to a changing business landscape

Published by Business Partners team on 9 September 2015

Although adapting in an ever-changing world according to evolving needs is challenging, it is possible.

Mismatch in franchise industry could be fatal to business success

Published by Business Partners team on 27 May 2014

“Don’t buy a restaurant franchise if you like to go to sleep early.”

60 is the new 30: A new generation of entrepreneurs

Published by Business Partners team on 14 May 2014

Older individuals, with their wealth of experience and knowledge, can successfully start their own businesses.

‘Empowering entrepreneurs means growing a country’s economy’

Published by Business Partners team on 23 April 2014

Entrepreneurs are economic development assets a country should support, says Christo Botes.

Take a step back to think about the risks

Published by Business Partners team on 3 April 2014

Listing, assessing and managing the risks associated with your business is a good step to take.

Five New Year’s resolutions for SMEs

Published by Business Partners team on 8 January 2014

The New Year is a good time to reflect on what needs to be improved or changed for the year ahead.

The importance of personal stock taking for Africa’s SME owners

Published by Business Partners team on 19 December 2013

“In order to achieve and maintain a work-life balance, self-management and time management is needed.”

Making sure your business strategy remains relevant in 2014

Published by Business Partners team on 10 December 2013

Entrepreneurs need to rethink their business strategies alongside economic conditions.