Big Small Business Show

Ewald Fourie, CEO of IoTdc, unpacks the basics of IoT (Internet of Things) by explaining how IoT regulates sprinkler systems on farms

Christine Kritzas, Creator of Smart Heart Board Game & Counselling Psychologist at The LightHouse Arabia, partnered with Dr. Saliha Afridi and together they revamped the original game aimed at developing emotional intelligence in children, change the way they interact with others and express themselves. She shares the ups and downs of her entrepreneurial journey with Allon Raiz

What is IoT (the Internet of Things)? This is the first question in our new series where we will systematically unpack this world where devices communicate with one another via the internet. Ewald Fourie, CEO of IoTdc, unpacks the basics.

MTN Business launched a great new product called MTN Made for Skhokho. It’s aimed at the informal business sector, especially those operating in townships, while at the same time offering great value to any entrepreneur. Kholo Magagane, Head of Marketing at MTN Business unpacks

Nicholas Riemer, CEO & Co-founder of The Invigilator, spotted a gap in the market when exam-writing moved to an online platform and immediately co-developed an app that’s now widely used all over SA. Nicholas is also the overall winner of the annual SAICA Top-35-under-35 competition

What's the difference between a Pty (Ltd) and a sole proprietor when it comes to budgeting for expenses? George Diab, CEO of GAS Accounting, answers this entrepreneurial question.

MTN Business had a magnificent year supporting small business - the App of the Year awards, the App Academy, the Go Show, to name but a few. Kholo Magagane, Head of Marketing at MTN Business, shares their entrepreneurial success stories for 2021.

Sisters & co-founders of Positive Pants Boutique, Roxie van der Venter and Monie Freeme, are expanding into international waters and Allon Raiz guides them on how to ward of competition as well as give them advice about being the face of the business.

Marc-Gregory is a visual artist and asked Allon for guidance on how to work in the business, not on it. Allon Raiz humorously replied that it’s the first time he’s ever had this question :)

What should you do with net profit after tax? Put it back into the budget or spend it? George Diab, CEO of GAS Accounting, answers this entrepreneurial question

The Companies Amendment Bill was released for comment in September. Juanita Steenekamp from SAICA unpacks the impact on small business related to the pay gap disclosure, submissions of annual returns, company records and beneficial ownership.

The recent Medium Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) was jam-packed with announcements related to SME's. Pieter Faber and Gigi Nyanin from SAICA unpack the most relevant statements.

“Should I make provision for VAT and PAYE in my cash flow budget?" George Diab, CEO of GAS Accounting, answers this entrepreneurial question.

Entrepreneurs in South Africa are stressed out and it seems as if it won’t change any time soon. "How do I make myself not feel?" Ronen Aires, high-performance & wellness coach, shares techniques on how to assist your body to relax so that you have the energy to start the new day.

Peterson Khumalo, Director of KnM Chartered Accountants, joins Allon Raiz in conversation around how to prepare entrepreneurs for growth and scaling. Allon guides that a good starting point would be to train entrepreneurs to deliver smooth and polished elevator sales pitches

“What should be considered in a cash flow budget?" George Diab, CEO of GAS Accounting, answers this entrepreneurial question

Online gaming - whether you’re an entrepreneur who’s playing games for stress relief purposes or your children are playing, there are online dangers to be aware of, especially when it comes to the kids. Ross Saunders, a specialist in data privacy and cyber security, unpacks

The onset of Covid restrictions changed the face of sales tremendously with many conversations now taking place online. There are however certain basic sales principles that stay intact. Dylan Baxter, a sales expert, unpacks

How do I put a Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) budget together? George Diab, CEO of GAS Accounting, answers this entrepreneurial question

“The idea is not to sell your product, it’s to sell a meeting. Sell the opportunity to meet.” Wise words from Allon Raiz to Lerato Mohlala, founder of Letha Lethu, a company that specialises in imports/exports and custom clearances