How to develop startup business ideas
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Make good use of your existing skills, knowledge and experience (KSE) and learn how to start a small business. Find out more here.
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How to grow your small business
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Managing a business is like being a top flight athlete, always looking for ways to become better and better. There are three ways usually to grow your business successfully...
Read More20-Reasons why you should start your own business
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Here you are staring into space thinking about starting your own business, a thought that has been floating around in your head for what seems like an eternity. If this sounds like you then you have come to the right place!
Read MoreThe 3-types of business structures
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In deciding your business structure you should take into consideration the requirements for reporting, accounting methods, and taxation, that each business structure (in your country) is legally required to comply with. Here are some thoughts on the best business structure for you.
Read MoreDo you really know your market?
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Generally, the fastest way to build your business is to choose, or target, who you want to sell to. But just who is the best prospect for your product or service? Do you know the profile of your ideal customer? Knowing this could help you make sure you are focusing on the right target market. For example, your target customer might have the money to buy regardless of whether they want or need what you are selling.
Read MoreHow to position your business in your market
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Put simply - this is the image or perception on that customers have of a particular brand or company, relative to their perceptions of others in the same category. Or put more simply how your customers perceive your business compared to that of your competitors...
Read MoreWhat is your vision, mission and value statement
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Where are you now, and what is your vision for the future of the business? Planning is the art of visualisation. It is the bridge to the future! It is the ability to take something in your mind’s eye, and transform it into reality...
Read MoreHow to become an industry expert
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It's important to know what trends, movements and opportunities exist in the market(s) that your prospects operate in. By staying updated in these areas can mean in most cases that you are more knowledgeable than your prospects.
Read MoreMap your success with a business plan
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Just because you may be a small business doesn't mean that you should not have a business plan. While your goal may not be to be listed on the stock exchange, it does make sense to map out what level of success you want from your business, and the actions needed to get you there...
Read MoreA free eBook to check the financial pulse of your business
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Every business needs a pulse check once in a while to ensure the financial ratios are healthy and the business finances and balance sheet are in order...
