Common Vending Machine Mistakes to Avoid

For anyone wishing to start a vending machine business, it can be exciting and successful. However, you must get past all of the possible issues and problems that can arise. There are some very common vending machine errors you have to arm yourself against.


Different ways of Direct Selling

The direct selling industry encompasses Classical Direct Selling, Multi-Level Marketing (MLM), Network Marketing and Referral Marketing. These are selling systems, which offer a variety of compensation plans (financial reward) and administrative systems, individual to each company.



Is Entrepreneurship For You?

Over the past two decades job security has virtually disappeared from the South African and international labour markets. Traditionally corporate and government employees could rely on a high degree of job security. But, given that this is no longer the case, more and more people are considering starting their own businesses as an alternative to working for large employers.

Issue No. 15
15 May 2008

Gener8: Finding Solutions to South Africa's Energy Crisis

While many South Africans have been living and working in the dark due to the recent power crisis, Andrew Smith and a group of young entrepreneurs thought to establish a franchise system that would allow aspiring entrepreneurs to shed some light in the country.

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Mike's Kitchen comes Full Circle

On 17 September 1972 what was to become the most popular family restaurant in South Africa opened its doors to the public. Mike's Kitchen is remembered for its black, white and red chequered colour scheme and as the place where memories were made.

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Franchise Looks Abroad in Volatile Market

International expansion is paying off for family restaurant franchise Spur as South African consumers tighten their belts in the face of higher interest rates and soaring fuel and food prices.

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SEMINARS

CBP Business Etiquette

Date: 15/5/2008 - 15/5/2008


This module seeks to introduce and develop the concept of business etiquette and consideration of its practice.

Creative Negotiation Skills

Date: 15/5/2008 - 16/5/2008

Have you equipped your employees with the necessary negotiation skills and confidence to successfully conclude contracts, which conform to policy and add real value to your organisation?

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Invitation to Free Small Business Seminars


If you are thinking of starting a small business, buying a franchise or have been in business for less than two years, Nedbank invites you to attend their next free business seminars. The topics to be covered will assist you with practical advice for this critical phase.

Bill Gibson, highly successful entrepreneur, will present, 'How to succeed in your own business in any economy anywhere' and Thayn Niemand, an expert in business and tax planning, will discuss choosing the correct trading entity for your business.

For more information and to book your seat click here.


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