Fundamental financial advice for aspiring business owners
Launching a business is exciting and exhilarating. But before you take the next step, you need to make sure your finances are in order.
Dear Aunty B, I’ve always dreamed of owning my own business. There is something so appealing about walking out the door from my job in som…
Dear Aunty B, I have worked in retail for close to 10 years and I have been considering taking the plunge and opening my own business for so…
The world is a big market Despite the risks and additional costs, exporting can be a valuable way to expand your market and find new custo…
Marketing plans As part of your business plan you will have established the characteristics of your likely customers. But once you’ve iden…
When to hire a staff member As your business develops it will become necessary to employ staff, but how will you know when the time is right…
Your business will become one of your most valuable assets, so putting adequate insurance in place is vital. But what kind of insurance do y…
Getting paid Many businesses fail to clearly establish their terms of credit and can suffer from cash flow problems as a result. Establis…
Internet connection The primary concerns in shopping for your businesses internet connection are speed and download limits. Your internet…
Startup businesses will require significant purchases of office equipment and hardware. There are many items that you will need to consider,…
Before you set up the office, decide where you want to work. Home office Working from home is not a suitable option for all businesses or …
The top 19 things you must do! The following list is general, but needs to be completed before starting most businesses, although of c…
