Every page-turner starts somewhere. In many instances, successful people were not born with that innate ability to win. In order to foster talent they often need to be sharpened by mentors and committed organisations around them. […]
There is much emphasis placed on the importance of championing entrepreneurialism within the local youth for each individual’s own personal benefit, and for increasing the chances of a brighter future. […]
Here at Teen Entrepreneur, it is our goal and ambition to help provide the local youth with the tools, resources and support that they need in order to become self-sufficient members of society. […]
While many people argue that true leaders are born that way, the fact of the matter is that leadership can be taught. The trick is to start instilling this characteristic in your child from a very early age. Encouraging leadership and entrepreneurship potential is certain to be a wise investment in your child’s future and [...]
Schools teach our children all about algebra, geometry, history and divinity, subjects which provide them with skills and knowledge that the majority will likely never use again in their adult lives (although few of us would be willing to admit this to our little ones!). Although subjects and lesson plans are slowly evolving, it still [...]
At the end of last year, the unemployment rate reached the highest it has been in over 13 years – definitely not good news for ambitious young South Africans looking to make something of themselves, and certainly not much motivation for our youth! A whopping 27.1% of the population is currently sitting without a job. [...]
With poor education being one of the main reasons behind the unemployment crisis facing South Africa today, many organisations and individuals are doing their best to find practical solutions in terms of overcoming this hurdle. Since the internet came into play, there has been so much information out there just waiting to be consumed. Unfortunately, [...]
Over the last decade or so in South Africa, there has been a massive focus on the encouragement of entrepreneurship, as well as developing the spirit and drive necessary to succeed, within our local youth. That said, this focus often comes about too late. Ultimately, nurturing entrepreneurship learning within a child and teen’s formative years [...]
Entrepreneurship is not only important when it comes to building confidence and self-esteem within a young individual, it is also important for the future growth and development of our beautiful country as a whole. Unfortunately, over the years, South Africa’s entrepreneurial activity has started to dwindle and has recently reached an all-time low. It is [...]
As teachers and principals, the youth of today and entrepreneurs of tomorrow are in your hands. You hold the key to their futures and it is up to you to do everything you possibly can in order to inspire, motivate and mentor these leaders of the future! South Africa is home to so much potential [...]
