If you are the owner of an SME in Africa, then you must have heard about the SMEDAN certificate of registration. We shared some information about the SMEDAN mass registration for MSMEs in Nigeria. This process aims to get a comprehensive list of all the MSMEs within the country. SMEs that register with SMEDAN are […]
Ever wondered how to tell the world that you are “open for business?” Most business owners will tell you that starting a business is not an easy feat. It requires action and commitment even in difficult times. So, here’s a big thumbs up to all SME in Africa. However, opening your business doesn’t automatically guarantee […]
If you own a successful SMEs in Africa, you will agree with me that studying from a business administration course (or degree) will help you develop the necessary managerial skills you need. Entrepreneurship is a thoroughly competitive field. Not only do you need to learn the fundamentals of finance, operations, human resources, marketing, and management, […]
It is no longer news that most start-ups fail in their first few years. Research has proven that small businesses have an average life span of 4 years. While there are many challenges such as the location within which the business is founded, financial constraints, and more, that impair the chances of a business succeeding, […]
Using a professional Gmail account has many advantages, from being an important part of our professional lives to building trust and credibility with both your potential and existing customer. Having an email address different from your personal account gives your business a form of professionalism. Sending out emails to prospects and leads with a Gmail […]
Let’s face it, working at a 9 to 5 job can be tiring at times. You could even own a thriving SME in Africa and desire to venture into online businesses. However, before you venture into any business, you need to carefully weigh your options and settle for the most suitable one. Here are some […]
Every day, many businesses spring up, some genuinely trying to solve an existing problem, and while others ride on the waves of already proffered solutions. Regardless of the idea or motive an entrepreneur decides to build a business on, he/she needs a legal backing for the business to survive and its life to be prolonged […]
Launching a business in a saturated industry could be a daunting challenge for startups who have genuinely identified a need and are interested in creating products/services to meet such needs. Determining how to succeed when confronted with thousands of competitors in a market is also a major challenge for small business owners. A crowded industry […]
Reports show that Africa is currently the most profitable continent in the world. How possible is this? Well, out of the 10 fastest growing economies in the world, 6 are in Africa. This means that there are several industries to invest in. While some folks think it is risky to invest in Africa, there’s a saying […]
Funnel strategy is simply your customer’s journey from the beginning to the close of sales, and with the right strategy it could lead to the next business deal, or you could be operating in the leagues of big business. Many small businesses are building funnel strategies for accelerated growth that can help you to double […]
