Are you looking to replace your current desktop or laptop? You don’t have to rush out and order the latest notebook or desktop. You can buy a used, pre-owned, or refurbished PC. Depending on your needs, refurbished computers can be an excellent way save money. In most cases you can get a computer that essentially…
Investors who purchase commercial or industrial property will almost invariably need to approach their bank for commercial property finance. Even “cash buyers” tend to use banks to enhance their returns by adding an element of gearing. This is according to Andre Theron, a director at Baker Street Properties in Cape Town specialising in commercial property…
Apple was born in a garage in 1976 as a modest entrepreneurial venture started by Steve Jobs. The road that Steve had travelled from those humble beginnings to creating the wealthiest company in the world can teach entrepreneurs a great deal about what it takes to succeed. I’d like to share the top ten lessons…
Cash flow and profit may seem to be the same but they are not. They’re closely linked and of equal importance. Profits generate cash, and losses consume cash, so if your company makes ongoing losses it will run out of money and be unable to pay its bills. You will then have to inject more…
Finding the right name for your business can be crucial to its success. If you’ve got a boring, vague name, then you might repel potential customers. When it comes down to it, there are some major do’s and don’ts that go along with naming your company. For starters, keep things simple and short – a long name can confuse…
We hear a lot about the need to encourage the creation of small, entrepreneurial businesses in order to generate jobs and grow the economy, but less is said about just how difficult it is to turn that great idea into a sustainable business. Many small businesses never achieve their true potential because the entrepreneur who…
