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The first 1000 days of business is a challenging time for most start-ups, with the majority never reaching their third business anniversary. We interviewed four diverse companies who surpassed this milestone and now share their insights with fellow entrepreneurs.


1 001 Days of business by So We Too

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1 001 Days of business by So We Too

It can be challenging to make it through the first 1000 days of business - just ask Raymond Rampolokeng, one of the co-founders of SO WE TOO - a cooperative of seven enterprising tourism operators in Soweto. We sat down with this bird watching extraordinaire to learn more about his business journey and share his ultimate survival tips.

1 001 Days of business by Jesse James

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1 001 Days of business by Jesse James

The first 1000 days of business are make or break for entrepreneurs. Statistically, very few companies survive the first 1000 days (3 years) of business so we sat down with 3 very diverse businesses to get their advice on how to get to day 1001.

What does it take to survive your first 1000 days as a start-up business?

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What does it take to survive your first 1000 days as a start-up business?

From statistics, we know that the first 1000 days are the most challenging for small businesses. Over the next few months, we will be sharing the stories of those that made it past this important milestone and how they did it. We hope that by letting these entrepreneurs tell us what they went through and how they survived it, we will help more local businesses pass this important milestone.

3 ways to introduce innovative thinking in your small business

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3 ways to introduce innovative thinking in your small business

In today’s world, where consumers have a myriad of options available, you have to position your business as a leader in innovative thinking in order to grow and most importantly, stay in business. How do you do that?

The 5 W s and 1 H of marketing your business

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The 5 W s and 1 H of marketing your business

These days, you don't need a whopping ad budget to have an effective marketing plan. Not sure where to even start? These 5 W's and 1 H should help you take the first steps in marketing your business

Business advice from the small business growth conference

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Business advice from the small business growth conference

The Small Business Growth Conference, held in March at the CTICC, brought together small business owners for advice from some of the best small business experts in the country.

How to do business in other countries

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How to do business in other countries

Sunel Beeselaar discusses what businesses need to consider when working across borders. She gives advice and tips on what to watch out for when considering doing business in another country.

Growing a business through learning

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Growing a business through learning

Sibulele Siko-Shosha talks about the biggest lesson she learned through starting and growing her business and shares her insights on understanding business processes and systems in order to build a successful business.

The biggest problems entrepreneurs face

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The biggest problems entrepreneurs face

David Seinker explains why attempting to succeed as a one-man band is one the biggest problems faced by entrepreneurs in South Africa.

Managing excessive sick leave

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Managing excessive sick leave

Gerrie van der Watt is passionate about assisting businesses in overcoming internal workflow challenges and implementing healthy work practices.

The key to small business marketing

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The key to small business marketing

Mike Joubert shares practical insights on how to focus on developing a sustainable business offering in a highly competitive market environment.

Overcoming obstacles to move ahead

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Overcoming obstacles to move ahead

Catherine Wijnberg discusses an entrepreneur’s biggest obstacle and gives insights into how to overcome these roadblocks.

5 ways to create an effective website for your small business.

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5 ways to create an effective website for your small business.

Remember the days when you only had to worry about getting a spot in the latest Yellow Pages to promote your business? Nowadays, being without a business website is not really an option.

Four essential business lessons from the small business growth conference

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Four essential business lessons from the small business growth conference

The Small Business Growth Conference, held in March at the CTICC, brought together small business owners for advice from some of the best small business experts in the country. The focus? Exploring the key areas small businesses need to invest in to grow their busines

5 steps to take when writing a business marketing plan

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5 steps to take when writing a business marketing plan

A product or business is only as good as its marketing plan. In order to attract and retain customers, your business needs a marketing plan. People are unlikely to stumble across your business, if they don’t know who you are, what you’re selling or offering, or who to look for online. So, how do you approach writing a business marketing plan? Take a look at the infographic.

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