| Getting finance for my small business | | https://www.businesspartners.co.za/en-za/entrepreneurs-growth-centre/useful-articles/venture/getting-finance-for-my-small-business | Getting finance for my small business | Ever wondered why SMEs cannot access finance for their businesses? And is it justified? Research indicates that access to finance is the main hindrance for entrepreneurs in starting or expanding a business. This is not just a local phenomenon, but is experienced by entrepreneurs worldwide. Sometimes it is justified. | 2014/09/25 10:00:00 PM | | |
| Getting into business where does it all start | | https://www.businesspartners.co.za/en-za/entrepreneurs-growth-centre/useful-articles/venture/getting-into-business-where-does-it-all-start | Getting into business where does it all start | There are so many very creative people out there who want to be in business and, in fact, should be in business. Like any other craft, science or skill, getting into business is a package deal. It is not only about the product offering, the location or the margins. It’s like trying to keep 20 balls in the air all at the same time. | 2014/09/25 10:00:00 PM | | |
| Taking your business concept to market | | https://www.businesspartners.co.za/en-za/entrepreneurs-growth-centre/useful-articles/venture/taking-your-business-concept-to-market | Taking your business concept to market | When you talk to those who want to get into business they normally have stars in their eyes. Dreaming of the millions they are going to make. That’s great and it indicates a sense of passion and drive. | 2014/09/25 10:00:00 PM | | |
| What is Venture Capital | | https://www.businesspartners.co.za/en-za/entrepreneurs-growth-centre/useful-articles/venture/what-is-venture-capital | What is Venture Capital | If you are in the early stages of your business, perhaps even in the research phase, and are in need of funding, perhaps venture capital is for you. Let’s look at exactly what it is and if it is appropriate for your business. | 2014/09/25 10:00:00 PM | | |
| Securing Financing | | https://www.businesspartners.co.za/en-za/entrepreneurs-growth-centre/useful-articles/venture/securing-financing | Securing Financing | A typical cry among entrepreneurs is the lack they have in accessing finance, often berating the difficulties they experience in securing the funding to either establish or grow their businesses. However, in pointing one finger elsewhere, the reality is there are three fingers that point back at you. | 2013/11/21 10:00:00 PM | | |
| What makes a successful entrepreneur | | https://www.businesspartners.co.za/en-za/entrepreneurs-growth-centre/useful-articles/venture/what-makes-a-successful-entrepreneur | What makes a successful entrepreneur | Clear, passionate vision combined with abundant energy is the first feature Business Partners looks for. But if that was all it took, we could all be entrepreneurs. To be a truly successful entrepreneur, one has to have what we call ‘doing’ skills and ‘business’ skills. | 2012/07/09 10:00:00 PM | | |
