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      • Am I mature enough to run my own business?
      • Is my personality suited to running my own business?
      • How do I deal with stress and pressure?
      • What are my particular skills?
      • Pros and cons of having your own business
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      • How do I find my business idea?
      • How can I be confident the idea will work?
      • Safeguarding your idea: Intellectual Property
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Safeguarding your idea: Intellectual Property

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If your business idea is unique and easily replicable, protecting your intellectual property (IP) is essential. While common businesses like spaza shops or chicken farms may not require IP protection, … More

How can I be confident the idea will work?

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Before starting a business, it’s crucial to evaluate its viability through four key steps: speaking to industry experts, analyzing finances, researching the market, and conducting a SWOT analysis. Conversations with … More

How do I find my business idea?

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Every business starts with an idea, and finding the right one requires careful thought. If you don’t have an idea yet, you can either buy an existing business or franchise … More

What are my particular skills?

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Starting a business is exciting but comes with risks, requiring a solid assessment of your skills, experience, and resources. While technical expertise is crucial, broader abilities like negotiation, leadership, time … More

Pros and cons of having your own business

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Entrepreneurship is the ability and willingness to start, manage, and grow a business while taking on financial risks to make a profit. While owning a business comes with many advantages—such … More

How do I deal with stress and pressure?

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Remember, You’re Not Alone… Starting your own business is exciting and empowering, but it also comes with significant stress and pressure. Entrepreneurs face financial risks, demanding customers, leadership challenges, and … More

Am I mature enough to run my own business?

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Business maturity isn’t about age—it’s about qualities like emotional intelligence, responsibility, adaptability, patience, and a strong sense of purpose. These traits help entrepreneurs handle stress, navigate relationships, and stay committed … More

Is my personality suited to running my own business?

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Starting your own business is exciting, but not everyone is naturally suited for it—though there’s no single “type” of person who can succeed. Successful entrepreneurs often share key traits like … More

Why do I want to start a small business?

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Motivation is the driving force behind starting and maintaining a business, influenced by physical, emotional, and social factors. People start businesses for various reasons, such as financial necessity when jobs … More

Sources of finance

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Small businesses in South Africa have multiple funding options, including government grants and loans, private investors, fintech lenders, and traditional banks. Key government agencies like SEDA, NYDA, and DTI offer … More

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