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The BizSmarts Newsletter, Issue 40
28 September 2007
Selling or Buying a Business?

Let the professionals assist you with such an important transaction. Aldes, can lead you every step of the way, from correctly pricing your business, to finding a serious buyer. All information is treated with the utmost confidentiality, minimizing any potential disruptions in the day to day running.


For Proven Biz Ideas, email name and postal address to WRM@FSP.CO.ZA

book review
Make BEE work for you. A manual for small business

Any company that wants to survive in South Africa needs to comply with the final Black Economic Empowerment Codes of Good Practice released in February 2007. The introduction of the Codes is the most important change in commercial practice to affect South African business since the transition of democracy.

competitions
A Practical Workbook for starting a Business in South Africa

Many of us in South Africa want to start our very own businesses. However, starting a business is not easy and many of us want to know where and how to start. Hendrik Van Den Bergh and Jacques Nel have written a book that presents a logical approach to planning and establishing a new business.



The 7 Traits of an Exceptional & Successful Entrepreneur

Though some people seem to have the Midas touch and easily turn everything to gold, most of us have to give our endeavours lots of time, effort and the sweat of our brows before seeing things come to fruition. The simple truth is that the majority of us are simply not born leaders, but become leaders by who we are and the actions we take. Consequently, whether or not you're an established entrepreneur or just starting out on your journey, there are particular traits you'll usually find operating within the exceptional entrepreneur. In fact, there are 7 particular traits you'll generally discover deeply embedded within the exceptional and successful businessperson.

How to Write a ‘Killer' Business Plan

Writing a Business Plan can be a daunting task. You have so many ideas floating around in your head that it can be difficult to capture them all in a logical format. However, committing time to writing an effective Plan can help improve your chances of success. In this article I will be giving you some tips on how to write a ‘killer' Business Plan!

Companies help aid small players

Garreth Sexton, head of BEE ratings at SizweNtsaluba VSP, says enterprise development is an element that is often overlooked but for which there is potential to score well for a relatively small investment.

Cellphone Shops Driving SA's Franchise Growth

South Africa's franchising systems have enjoyed a substantial amount of growth in recent years, with a number of new systems opening in sectors that were previously perceived as saturated. Among the top systems reported to be driving the country's overall growth in franchising are those operating within the telecoms sector.


The BizSmarts Newsletter Editorial Team


Warwick Smith-Chandler
Editorial Director
After the sale of Your Business magazine in 2005, Warwick launched the SA Guide series, South Africa 's no.1 business & franchise opportunity magazine. Need we say any more about the pure genius and business savvy behind the success of the legendary Computer Warehouse and SA Computer Magazine?
wsc@bizassist.co.za

Sarah Billimore
Web Content Assistant
Sarah joined the SA Guides team as a welcome addition in 2007. She took on the role of editor for both BizAssist.co.za and the BizSmarts eNewsletter. We look forward to new and exciting changes as she continues to deliver on BizAssist.co.za's mission to bring content that is relevant, fresh, and informative to South African entrepreneurs.
sarah@bizassist.co.za

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