Startup

Being a solo-entrepreneur can be a lonely journey, but is that a good enough reason to go into a partnership? Here are some pros and cons to consider. One of the things that most start-up...

Launching your business? There are essential legal agreements in place that every business should have, right from the outset.  While it can be tempting for founders to jump straight into the practical aspects of making...

Tough economic times have resulted in many South Africans looking for new ways to cut back on monthly expenses. SMEs are feeling the pinch, which is why giving up rented offices and opting to...

One of the most important (and often forgotten about) documents that you will need to start a new business is a solid business plan. It is also serves as a guide in any stage...

We live in the age of remote working and the trend is set to increase over the years. If you are wondering if there are any tax benefits that can be claimed if you work...

The ENGEN Pitch & Polish workshop and competition programme which is sponsored by Engen, Nedbank and Raizcorp, is now entering its tenth year. As part of the celebrations, the creator of the project and...

Sikhulile Nhassengo wanted to be a dentist but when he realized that he couldn’t handle the sight of blood, he chose to study engineering instead. Fast forward 20 years and he is the proud...

In South Africa, where 75% of small businesses close within their first five years, it’s imperative that budding entrepreneurs have the right mindset for success from the start to beat the odds. “Starting a business...

Online trading. A concept that has literally thrust the financial world into the fast lane. But for most armchair investors putting the pedal to the metal to get in on the action of this...

Selling online is a great way to establish or grow your business. In today's digital age, both brick-and-mortar shops and new businesses have the opportunity to embrace e-commerce as a sales channel. E-commerce is...

Despite current challenges, there is still plenty of opportunity for dynamic young people in the construction industry. One might be forgiven for thinking that young people would be well advised to steer clear of construction...

When Peter Cupido from Ida’s Valley, Stellenbosch, swopped his technical assistant job to open his barber shop, he started a community whereby men gather for quality time and a close shave. “I opened my business...

Entrepreneur Luvuyo Rani, founder and managing director of IT services company Silulo Ulutho Technologies, is a former teacher who started his company as a micro business from the boot of his car in 2004,...

A sudden unforeseen exit by one of your critical team members can be a huge setback within any business. Proactive planning for this eventuality is thus necessary. Succession planning is a proactive and systematic process,...

There is no denying that finance is an ever changing industry and accountants need to adapt to keep up. It seems that the days of punching numbers into calculators and scribbling down sums are a...