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Important things to consider before starting your own business
Do you have the profile of an entrepreneur?
Managing your own business can demand longer hours and more skills than working for someone else. Will you cope with the pressure when things go wrong? Be honest with yourself. Identify weaknesses in your entrepreneurial armour before you commit to a life of entrepreneurship. Click here to answer the question: Do you fit the profile of an entrepreneur?
- Create a vision
- Capitalise on your strengths and skills
- Investigate market needs
- Ten simple rules for a business start-up
- Guide to writing a business plan
Click here for free access to the SME TOOLKIT (South Africa)
Useful links for entrepreneurs
- http://www.startupjunkies.org/
- FAQ (Frequently asked questions) on starting a solo business
- Top ten trends for solo businesses
- Naming your business
- Logos and the 'look' of your business
- Where should your money go first?
- 7 ways to measure your business
- Networking for the terminally shy
Want to know how to get ahead in the business world?
Click here for 5 lessons from business women who know!
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