By: Jabu Zwane, Mindset coach https://www.jabuzwane.co.za Change is often difficult, but it is necessary for growth and progress. If something isn’t working, we need to be willing to change it, even if it means admitting that we were wrong or that we…
By: Smangele Maphanga, Sales Manager 21st Century Imagine a manager who is all about getting things done within a specific timeframe, a true advocate for efficiency and productivity. This manager, often perceived as strict, means business. But here is the twist –…
By: Joon Chong, Partner at Webber Wentzel SARS has published a discussion paper on its intended modernisation of the VAT collection system, which will ultimately make VAT reporting faster and more transparent. In the 2023 Budget, the Minister of Finance announced that…
Entrepreneurship can be an incredibly rewarding journey, but it can also be stressful and overwhelming. The constant pressure to keep hustling and stay on the grind can have a huge impact on your mental health. As serial entrepreneurs, singing sensation and Vuma…
The recent increase in interest rates to a 14-year high will impact our pockets in many ways, from home loans and credit card debt to savings and investments. The South African Reserve Bank hiked the repo rate by 50 basis points to…
Throughout history, South Africa has been home to some of the African continent’s most prominent and innovative entrepreneurs. However, like many other global markets, South Africa is currently facing a challenging economic environment. Conventional wisdom shows that during these times, entrepreneurship should…
For many families, boarding school is a family tradition which goes back generations. For other families, modern life requires work and travel commitments that make boarding for high school students a necessity. But the questions that are central to every parent’s concern…
If your mid-year diary shows less Zoom and more meetings across the globe, don’t feel alarmed if the prospect fills you with more anxiety than anticipation. Deloitte reported in 2022 that although corporate travel in 2021 saw a slow and steady upturn,…
It’s that time of the year again when big sale signs go up, and your emails are inundated with special offers while retailers prepare for the shopping frenzy that Black Friday brings. This year, it falls on 25 November, with Cyber Monday’s…
It is estimated that more than a million people are employed in South Africa’s retail industry, making it the second largest employer behind the government. Now, as online shopping continues to gain significant traction globally and locally – community commerce (a term…
