Tag: mentorship
The state of recruitment and remuneration in South Africa
With as many as 30.1 percent of South Africans being left without work due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it was interesting to tap into the data to uncover the most needed and highest paying jobs, most searched-for terms on recruitment sites and how senior professionals can give back.
Female-led businesses are vital to close gender gap in SA
The recent economic reconstruction and recovery plan delivered by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, emphasised the intention of Government to assist female-led businesses that have experienced hardships as a result of COVID-19.
New work paradigm allows female leadership style to flourish
The global COVID-19 pandemic has provided critical leadership lessons for governments and organisations around the world. The crisis affirmed the importance of bold, decisive decision-making in the face of unprecedented challenges, while also highlighting the importance of agile thinking and adaptability.
Ways in which young entrepreneurs can grow their businesses
Young entrepreneurs can uncover opportunities to build and grow their businesses. As President Ramaphosa noted in a recent newsletter to the nation, young entrepreneurs are finding the 'silver lining to the dark COVID-19 cloud'.
Delivering meaningful change through collaboration
If there is a silver lining in the dark cloud that is COVID-19, it’s the unity that has arisen amongst government, businesses, communities and individuals working towards the same goal of managing the crisis and supporting those most in need.
How to develop a personal culture of entrepreneurship
It is no secret that entrepreneurship and business creation is the lifeblood of economic growth and innovation. Research out of the United States by the Kauffman Foundation, for example, underscored that entrepreneurship is integral to job creation and economic progress.
Do you need a scale-up or start-up mentor?
Leading organisations can be lonely and a coach and mentorship make a real difference. This is especially true when you are an inexperienced CEO in a small start-up or a fledgling scale-up.
PODCAST | Township revival offers opportunities
Abigail Makhubele Absa Business Banking and Dr Ivor Blumenthal ArkKonsult discuss how the establishment of informal businesses has been driven by necessity for economic survival.
Township revival offers opportunities
During the first quarter of 2018, South Africa’s gross domestic product (GDP) decreased by 2,2% according to Stats SA. This low growth trap followed a period of cautious optimism and highlights the need for creative thinking from all role players in the economy.
SURVEY | Entrepreneurs are not thriving!
Entrepreneurs are not thriving and more needs to be done to improve South Africa’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. This reflects the results of 'the real state of entrepreneurship survey 2018' which was reached after surveying more than 1,000 entrepreneurs across the county.
