THE TEEN ENTREPRENEUR BLOG
7 things to consider in preparing for a post-Covid world
The Covid-19 pandemic has profoundly disrupted life as we know it. Crucially, it is disproportionately affecting our youth and driving up our already dire youth unemployment rate. South Africa’s future relies on the collective contribution that our youth are going to make to business and society...
This Is Why You Should Invest In Gold As An Entrepreneur
As an entrepreneur you probably already have your head screwed on right and know a thing or two about business and finances. You will have written out a business plan before starting out in the business world, or barring that, you will have created a discernible outline of how you would like to run your business as it starts up.
Want to be Successful? Stop Focusing on Failure
Young entrepreneurs with great ideas will often feel an overwhelming desire to be successful. However, this desire and drive is often overshadowed by a fear of failure. In fact, this [...]
You are not alone – dealing with anxiety during a time of crisis
Anxiety is a reality, particularly in times of crisis. In as much as digital media can be riddled with facts and unproven conspiracy theories, the realities of the Covid-19 crisis [...]
Kids Can Be Entrepreneurs Too!! (Pay Attention School Administrators)
In this post, I am going to bring that point to life with a case study on Brendan Cox, a 19-year-old entrepreneur I recently met, that has founded 10 different successful businesses to date, which collectively grew his $900 loan from his mother into $250,000 of profits today.
Surround yourself with friends, family and mentors who feed your flame
Perhaps there is truth in the Indonesian proverb that states that "a firm tree does not fear the storm." In a hurricane, it helps to be grounded and surrounded by [...]
The Zenzeleni Project – Getting a Community Online
A remote rural community in the Eastern Cape, home to nearly 6 000 people, is at the heart of an inspiring and innovative 'Do It Yourself' project that is owned [...]
Four Ways to Scale Your Business Effectively
Your business goals to grow and scale your business require you to make a few considerations. Here are 4 ways to scale your business effectively.
A new digital world will need new skills
The digital world is constantly evolving. With the introduction of new technology, companies are able to streamline, speed up, and optimise their service offering. However, while a decent portion of [...]
Fast-acting, socially conscious startups can benefit during a crisis
COVID-19 is changing the world as we know it. Schools, universities, workplaces, restaurants, hotels and churches have been closed, and socially constructed norms are being challenged like never before. Suddenly [...]
Shining the spotlight on remote learning
South Africa's unprecedented 21-day lockdown teaches that for the human species to survive; we need to challenge the status quo. Within what seemed like a blink of an eye, Corona [...]
How to Make Your Mark on Our Youth
Parents, teachers, investors, community leaders – there are SO many ways that you can make a mark on South Africa’s youth, empowering them to put the work in to reach [...]
Young Entrepreneurs Are Paving the Way in SA
If you can dream it, you can do it. Despite the struggling local economy, young entrepreneurs from across South Africa are obtaining levels of success most cannot even begin to [...]
Top three tips to spot an entrepreneur in your midst
While the world is quick to rave about the Mark Zuckerbergs and Oprah Winfreys of our times, many overlook the presence of upcoming young entrepreneurs within our very homes and [...]
Switch up your habits for the year ahead – being highly productive
What is it about super successful people being so highly productive? The reality is that they are probably as successful as they are because they are so highly productive. The [...]
Shaping the Power of Entrepreneurship
The onus is currently on parents and teachers to unleash the potential of ambitious, young entrepreneurs. These dedicated individuals are key to rebuilding our country’s struggling economy and restoring hope [...]
Teachers: Every Nation’s Unsung Heroes
Teachers are the most important resources of every nation. Ultimately, they hold more than just the power to inspire individual students – they hold the power to uplift and rebuild [...]
Being Mindful of Mindfulness
You may have heard the term ‘mindfulness’ being thrown around by now. It is, after all, the most prominent trend and buzzword in the world of psychology, health, and wellness [...]
Young entrepreneurs pay it forward – Here’s how!
Fact or fiction? One day, when I grow up, I will pay it forward. Well, the answer is in your hands already. As a budding entrepreneur, you can decide if [...]
What is your 20/20 vision – setting your goals
We understand all too well about New Year resolutions and setting personal goals. It’s almost a predictable topic of discussion at this time of the year. However, like phases, if [...]