Podcasts about sme zone

SME Zone — Yasmeen Alli of Raizcorp looks at how to strategically delegate taks which often take up much of a business owner's time. Joining in on this discussion is MD of Tailor Me, George Diab who talks through the critical information which should reflect on a quotation document.

SME Zone — This week on Small Biz MBA, Yasmeen Alli takes a look at practical ways to implement systems and processes into our businesses. Joining her for this discussion is Yashmita Bhana, Managing Director at Nihka Consulting

SME Zone — Yasmeen Alli takes a look at the legal system that a business is required to work within. She is joined by entrepreneur and attorney; Cezanne Britain she is the CEO of Britain Renecke and will to help us unpack what we need to know about the legalities of our businesses.

SME Zone — In this episode of Career Connect, we look at the importance of having a vision board as young graduates planning to join the hustle and bustle of the corporate world. National Graduate Development Manager at the IIE’s Rosebank College, Lillian Bususu and Graphic Design Intern, Adrian Song, share their vision boards and the role they can play in the work place.

SME Zone — This week we continue our discussion around systems and processes. Digitisation is imperative rather than a luxury and Mpho Morodi, Business Development Director at Letjeka Consulting joins Jasmine Alli to talk to us about digital platforms and their vulnerabilities.

SME Zone — In this episode of Jumpstart we look at Manana and Sons, a tuck-shop turned township craze that sells one of the most wanted kotas in the country. Mjomane Manana explains how he has taken his small business and turned it into a lucrative business for future generations in his family.

SME Zone — Running a business in a niche industry can often limit levels of creativity. Geoscientist at Gibbs Dams Hydropower & Underground Works, Monique Wainstein breaks down the stereotype and offers advice on how to best be creative and find ways to collaborate in niche careers spaces.

SME Zone — A mentor is an experienced individual who gives their time an knowledge to wet behind the ears newbies who need to make great strides in their career or journey in entrepreneurship. We speak to CEO of the National Mentorship Programme, Liz Ditshego, who gives us the lowdown on why the culture of mentoring has changed.

SME Zone — Although she never got a chance to follow her dream to be a veterinarian, Ingrid Pollock still gets to heal many lives as a Reiki practitioner. Reiki involves healing the physical, emotional and spiritual body. Pollock explains her journey from corporate to healing and why it so much more fulfilling making a difference in the lives of others.

SME Zone — In this episode of Small Biz MBA Yasmeen Alli takes a look at systems and processes implementation and how it will help you to understand the capacity of your business. Co-Founders, Simon Naicker and Lisa Symons joins Yasmeen to share their experience and how the right systems and processes can skyrocket your business

SME Zone — When this budding entrepreneur opened his first fruit sales shop, many obstacles stood in his way. Taking it to the streets he now runs Good Luck Fruits and Veggies, which not only allows him to fund his children’s schooling but has also created jobs in his community.

SME Zone — In this episode of Career Connect we look at the classic tale of earning one’s degree and not being able to secure proper employment. We discuss what one can do to cope with the frustrating process of not getting employment post-graduation.

SME Zone — On Small Biz MBA this week, Yasmeen Alli takes a look at how to advertise on a budget using various avenues. Nazreen Ebrahim, CEO of Socially Acceptable joins Yasmeen to explore the various ways to advertise ones business

SME Zone — Yasmeen Alli from Raizcorp continues the discussion around marketing and the importance of getting our business's name out there to our target markets. This week she shines a spotlight on one of the most effective ways of getting this done, namely social media. Joining her for this discussion is Jodene Shaer, she's the Head Strategist & Social Media Consultant at Chat Factory.

SME Zone — Yasmeen Alli discusses marketing, how we speak to our target market and what our marketing says to them. She is also joined by Life Coach Katlego Mabusela to talk about how your brand aligns to your personal brand.

SME Zone — Daluxolo ‘Dali’ Jalmeni, a radio personality and entrepreneur, shares his radio experience and why it is important to study at a media house for better understanding of the industry. Dali takes a look at what he could have learned about radio before his career. He believes that young people should study because radio is not all about the voice. There are other various components that are involved in what listeners hear at the end such a content producer, technical producer and programmes manager who ensure the show is broadcasted.

SME Zone — After completing his Bcom in Logistics in 2013, Bernard realised that finding a job was very challenging. This is one of the reasons Bernard started Spiliatio (Italian slag meaning ‘the preferred one’) fast food in Meadowlands Soweto. Bernard shares his journey on how he started a kota business with just a R1,000, and how research can help set you apart from other kota shops.

SME Zone — The hospitality industry requires long work hours and needs someone with a passion for it, a person who is willing to do the extra work to learn more about the industry. Siyanda Dlamini the 35-year-old Pietermaritzburg-born entrepreneur started from as little as R800 month and today he is the co-owner and managing director of the Regency Apartment Hotel in Pretoria. Dlamini shares how his dream came true and how young people can pursue careers in the hospitality industry.

SME Zone — This week Thetha Nathi sits down with PR giant and SA’s own African star, Farah Fortune as she shares her story with us. Fortune is famously known for her work as the publicist to the stars. Her company African Star Communications has risen to the top but only after numerous struggles. She shares her advice for those same starting entrepreneurs.

SME Zone — As we build our businesses it's important that we also build our support structures. Support can come in many forms and this week Yasmeen Alli takes a look at these. Joining her in studio is Marihet Hamman and shares some tips on how to deal with entrepreneurial loneliness.

SME Zone — Chasing our dreams is what drives us, what fuels our souls and what makes us who we are. We sit down with Lebogang Thubakgale (26) better known by his stage name LebzaTheVillain, and he shares with us how his journey has been like so far as he is chasing his dreams of becoming a well know DJ and producer all over the world.

SME Zone — This week on Thetha Nathi we sit down with Lethabo Rapoo ( 21) a young photographer & creative director for Hunt For Melanin, a social media movement that aims at breaking down the dark skinned/ yellow bone stigma by showing and promoting the beauty of everything Melanin.

SME Zone — Boundaries bring order to our lives, and as we learn to strengthen our boundaries we gain a clearer sense of ourselves and our relationship to others. Yasmeen Alli is joined by Raizcorp's Personal Development Guide, Gianni Rech on how to build healthy boundaries for ourselves as well as our businesses.

SME Zone — Having depression for young and black people is a taboo among black communities, Thetha Nathi talks to Onke Mpokeli (23) and Wandile Mthembu (26) about how maybe the lack of information about such illnesses in our communities may also contribute towards more young people doing drugs.

SME Zone — What are blindspots in entrepreneurial terms? Just as it takes practice to get it right while driving (and not crash the car) it takes practice in the personal developement space as well. Feedback is the most valuable and should not be discounted. Gianni Rech, Personal Guide at Raizcorp joins Yasmeen Alli to talk about self awareness and personal development

SME Zone — This week on Small Biz MBA, Yasmeen Alli discusses the topic that many of us claim to love but secretly hate - Feedback. But what is feedback? Feedback is a form of communication, feedback is information about performance or behaviour that ideally leads to action to affirm or develop that performance or behaviour. Akhona Sass, MD of Intotek, a personal development specialist who has helped many entrepreneurs navigate the murky waters of feedback joins Yasmeen in studio

SME Zone — Thetha Nathi talks to Anele Zondo (24) aka, Ney The Bae and she shares with us her stories, experiences with breaking into the television industry. We want to be acknowledged, we want to shine bright under the skies, it is frustrating to feel like your dreams are not being acknowledged hence we always vent out about how 'they' should #OpenUpTheIndustry

SME Zone — Joining Katlego Msomi in studio this week is Kerstin Jatho - MD at 4Seeds giving us a Master Class on negotiating power dynamics at work.

SME Zone — This week, Thetha Nathi speaks about what it takes to chase your dreams and what it takes to make it as an artist. Tiko Motabasindi aka Prime The Gifted (26) is an up and coming musician who sits down and chats with us about his experiences and struggles trying to make his mark in the industry. “Youth think you have the keys, I’ll find a back door,” Prime expresses his thoughts on the PAYOLA system some compilers use.

SME Zone — Self-acceptance is the topic of conversation in this week's edition of Small Biz MBA, are you trapped in your comfort zone, always seeking for other approval and opinions? Yasmeen Alli is joined by Haneefa Motani, Founder of Stylishi who shares her journey of self-acceptance.

SME Zone — When we think of running a business we might think of sales, marketing and accounting. But how does emotional support affect your ability to succeed? Karen Wessels, founder of SnappSales gives us a Masterclass on getting that support.

SME Zone — Episode 2 Siphesihle Losi the 26 year old is the managing director @ iLosi Events Management, she shares her journey as a young black female business owner and what it takes to make it in business. Koketso Matjila the 24 year old founder & owner of the TaxiCab S.A. app, believes that it is important to know what you want to do and why you are doing it. He shares his journey to creating the taxi app. https://www.timeslive.co.za/sebenza-live/features/2018-06-29-listen--how-to-have-a-successful-business-before-30/

SME Zone — In the last episode of sales for this cycle Yasmeen Alli takes a look at how to put it all together in terms of your sales strategy. Joining her to unpack how to build your sales strategy for your business is one of Raizcorps sales and marketing guides; Darryl Price

SME Zone — Social entrepreneurship is a phenomenon that seeks to contribute to poverty alleviation and job creation but how is this achieved and what are the challenges that come your way? Nhlanhla Ndlovu, a Red Bull Amaphiko participant & Social Entrepreneur, and Gavin Weale, Founder and Managing Director of Livity Africa, give us a masterclass on what Social Entrepreneurship is all about.

SME Zone — Episode 1 Thetha Nathi links up with streetwear activist Billy and clothing designer, Onke, to reflect on their role as the youth. They speak frankly about their challenges as well as their privileges. They tackle wide-ranging issues from apathy to succeeding in achieving their goals. https://www.timeslive.co.za/sebenza-live/features/2018-06-16-listen--will-this-generation-be-defined-by-its-apathy/

SME Zone — This week’s Master Class focuses on personal and cultural identity. Gordon Cook, founder of Vega Brand School and Naledi Shuenyane, founder of Chuana Original — joins Katlego Msomi to explain what this means and how it is an integral part of one’s growth and development.

SME Zone — An issue often seen in small businesses is the insonsistancy in sales streams. This can be dangerous for a business as the unpredictability can make a business seem unprofessional and can scare would-be clients. Rishav Juglall MD at Rocky Brands shares his hunting and farming for sales story.

SME Zone — Business owners often outsource their business plans and may or may not participate in the drafting of said documents. Bertus van Niekerk from Outcor Financial Management unpacks this process from his perspective as the service provider.

SME Zone — Masterclass brings you lessons in self-development from the experts in their fields. These cover the soft skills they don’t teach you in Business School - that can make all the difference to your career. Renowned Mentalist Gilan Gork is an expert on using body language and non-verbal cues to create influence and read others. Gilan gives us a master class on interpreting messages from body language.

SME Zone — Yasmeen Alli takes a look at competitive advantage. Why should our customers buy from us? Thabitha Maling, Founder and Managing Director of Thabie Mobile Spa joins Yasmeen to talk about her journey and how she built her business in a very cluttered and competitive space.

SME Zone — Hosts Lynette Ntuli and Kumaran Padayachee unpack the following funding glossary terminology: executive summary, exit, exit strategy, expansion stage business, free cash flow, leveraged buyout and managed buyout.

SME Zone — This week Human behavior specialist Mavis Ureka gives us a Masterclass on dealing with professional burnout and stress at work.

SME Zone — In the past few weeks Yasmeen Alli looked at the elements needed to build your sales and the importance of having a process in place that allows you to manage yourselves more predictably. She is joined by Raizcorp's Sales and Marketing guide, David Mills who talks about how to analyze and build your sales processes for a better sales pipeline

SME Zone — What does “I want to be able to wash my face” mean in the world of funding? Sipho and Fortunate Mdanda from Smith Capital share their journey of self-funding all their businesses with hosts Lynette Ntuli and Kumaran Padayachee.

SME Zone — Yasmeen Alli takes a look at the topic of handeling objections and closing the deal. You've done your homework, you've made the sales pitch and you're confident that you are solving your potential client's pain. How do you remain positive and not become deflated when the deal is not closed as quickly as you like? Yoray Narainpersad, MD of Fast Forward Marketing joins the conversation about his experience in handling these objections and closing.

SME Zone — Masterclass explores the key soft skills that can make all the difference to your career. Stephanie Vermeulen author of "EQ: Emotional Intelligence for Everyone” gives us a Masterclass on breaking bad habits.

SME Zone — Ronen Aires, CEO of Student Village, went through hair raising moments to secure funding for his start-up. He shares his journey of uncertainty, doubt and worries with hosts Lynette Ntuli and Kumaran Padayachee.

SME Zone — This week on Small Biz MBA Yasmeen Alli takes a look at some of the reason why entrepreneurs are struggling to connect their products with their potential buyers. Are they connecting the product's features and benefits to the clients needs? Kealeboga P Pule, Founder and MD at Nungu Diamonds talks about how he sees his products and connects with his clients.

SME Zone — Social media has changed the way people do business and market their products. Host Ntsiki Mkhize talks to marketing influencer Federico Dedeu from indaHash about what this is and how to make a career out of it.

SME Zone — In this episode of Small Biz MBA, Raizcorp's Academy Manager, Yasmeen Alli continues the discussion around our sales journey with a look at how to effectively prepare for sales calls. Leandi Streeter, Small Business Expert takes us through what a sales script is and how it is performed.