Articles [2006]
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Are you ready to be an entrepreneur
- Date : 2006-12-27
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Jet Club Magazine
Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business, but were too afraid to try...
South Africa : Alive with possibility?
- Date : 2006-12-01
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Prodigy Business Services
That South Africa post 1994 is a country alive with possibility is indisputable. That it is also a country lacking in sufficient numbers of entrepreneurially minded individuals is, unfortunately, equally so...
Do you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur?
- Date : 2006-11-27
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Jet Club Magazine
Five common qualities of successful entrepreneurs...
Farming Entrepreneurially
- Date : 2006-10-27
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Go Farming
The lessons are practical and experientially learnable. After going through the one-week AgriPlanner course devise by the South African Institute for Entrepreneurship, groups of growers have had their visionof how agriculture works transformed. They have shifted from wait and see to plan and produce and the changes are dramatic. the light bulb has flashed on and there is no turning back now.
What type of business with suit you?
- Date : 2006-10-27
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Jet Club Magazine
Before starting your own business it is really important to know where you are going and what you want to achieve.
Training trainers for the Agricultural Sector
- Date : 2006-09-27
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Go Farming
“The times they are a’changing,” sings the well known song and certainly the training and learning needs in the Agricultural sector are in the midst of a changing environment. No longer is it enough for extension officers to go around and visit and offer their suggestions as to how to improve this or that, or suggest trying some new method, crop or variety.
The social return on the Agriplanner programme
- Date : 2006-09-27
- Author: Tamzin Ractliffe, GGSA
- Publication:
The idea of a ‘social profit’ is rooted in the premise of performance-based social investment. Under this paradigm, the work of “non profit organisations”, which is dedicated to achieving a social change agenda, far from being “not profitable” is of extreme social importance – and the “return” they generate on the donors funds they use should be viewed as a social profit.
How can you generate business ideas?
- Date : 2006-08-27
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Jet Club Magazine
As long as people are thirsty, hungry or struggling with some or other challenge, you will always be able to find an opportunity to offer refreshments, food, or a creative solution to their challenges. To succeed in business, you should always be on the look out for opportunities to make money. You don’t have to be a business expert to do this. It just takes practice...
Recording impact change on entrepreneurial mindset of learners
- Date : 2006-08-27
- Author: OtherWise
- Publication:
The validity of experimental methods and quantitative measurements, appropriately used, has never been in doubt. Within the last decade, qualitative methods have ascended to a level of parallel respectability. The field of evaluation has come to recognise that that, where possible, using multiple methods, both quantitative and qualitative, can be valuable since each has strengths and one approach can often overcome the weakness of another.
How can you test your business ideas?
- Date : 2006-07-27
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Jet Club Magazine
No matter what type of business you wish to start, you will always face some kind of risk...
Losing the entrepreneurship battle
- Date : 2006-07-27
- Author: CIE / UCT
- Publication: Businiess Day
It seems that education is the key determinant of a country's future entrepreneurial capacity. In other words, boosting entrepreneurial capacity depends on how well our education system equips young people to start their own businesses. But it's not just about degrees and diplomas.
What will you need to start your own business?
- Date : 2006-06-27
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Jet Club Magazine
Business start-up checklist...
How can you raise money to start your business?
- Date : 2006-05-27
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Jet Club Magazine
Whether you need to raise a lot or a little bit of capital, remember that where there’s a will, there’s a way...
How to write your own business plan (part one)
- Date : 2006-04-27
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Jet Club Magazine
Make sure to keep it brief, focused, simple and integrated. Ensure that all your ideas are connected...
How to write your own business plan (part two)
- Date : 2006-03-27
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Jet Club Magazine
By writing a business plan, you will get a clearer picture of your business and its weaknesses. This can mean the difference between success and failure...
I want a regular salary. Is it safe?
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
“The more risk I am prepared to take, the bigger the business gets...”
Hi, I can do that!
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
Why don’t you try out Siyabulela’s challenge for yourself? Here’s how...
But will they steal my idea
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
There's always room for one more...
Business ideas you can start from home with very little capital
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
You can...
I spotted a gap!
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
People were interested...
Market gaps!
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
Real entrepreneurs see opportunities where other people see problems...
Filling market gaps!
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
Suppose you have spotted a gap in the market and done a reality check. What do you do next?
What! Me run a business...
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
Self concept and vision!
Who will buy from me?
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
Without customers to buy your products or to use your services your business won’t make money...
Taking the plunge!
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
It is often very scary to stand at the edge of something new...
You mean I should not do anything else?
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
You will spend your time asking yourself, “How can I build the business today? What new approaches can I try? How can I reach new customers?”...
How do I decide what I can charge?
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
Your costing depends on how much you are selling!
Starting Big of starting Small
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
Many people think that you need lots of money to be able to start a business...
Help! I'm out of my depth...
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
Finding Support services
Where can I get money
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
Where you get your money from also depends on what you will use the money for.
Growing your own business to start your business!
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
So many people think that you have to have money to make money...
Doing research
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
Doing your homework...
Getting your business registered
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
There are a range of different types of business registrations...
Stokvel business power
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
The stokvel can be a wonderful way of making ubuntu work in the financial sector...
Start now - pay later!
- Date : 2006-01-04
- Author: SAIE
- Publication: Move (Media 24) Magazine Series
There are many ways to cut costs when starting your business...
