Make it big: Action is the foundational key to all success. Pablo Picasso.
Make it big: Don't aim for success if you want it; just do what you love and believe in, and it will come naturally. David Frost.
Make it big: Try not to become a man of success, but rather try to become a man of value. Albert Einstein.
Make it big: Success is simple. Do what's right, the right way, at the right time. Arnold H. Glasow.
Make it big: As my father used to tell me, the only true sign of success in life is being able to do for a living that which makes you happy. Al Yankovic.
Make it big: Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success. Henry Ford.
Make it big: Finding good partners is the key to success in anything: in business, in marriage and, especially, in investing. Robert Kiyosaki.
Make it big: Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try Again. Fail again. Fail better. Samuel Beckett.
Business Tip: Find the right investors. Your investors need to share your passion and vision for the future of the business.
Business Tip: Find a mentor. Talk to people you know with experience of what you're planning to do. Find someone to offer you support and advice along the way.
Business Tip: Write a business plan. If you're not sure how, ask someone with a lot of business experience. A solid business plan will guide you going forward.
Business Tip: Market research allows you to understand the competition. What similar products and services are out there already? How will yours be different?
Business Tip: Talk to people within your intended market demographic and get an idea of how they would react to your product or service.
Business Tip: Identify your market. Researching the market that you are thinking of entering is essential to determine if you are on the right track.
Business Tip: Get inspired. Read the start-up stories of successful businesses on websites, in books, or at events for people starting a business.
Business Tip: Find an accountability partner and have a weekly meeting. This is someone who isn't afraid to be honest with you and tells it like it is.
Stokvel Tip: If trying to pay off debt, be sure that the stokvel savings scheme you joined gains enough interest to cover the costs of the debt you have.
Stokvel Tip: Always get the advice of a professional financial advisor first before looking at saving options. They will see if a stokvel is suited for you.
Stokvel Tip: It is important to build trust between stokvel members – socialise often and build bridges! It's great to have trustworthy friends in a stokvel.
Stokvel Tip: Consider joining educational seminars that encourage stokvels to invest in the Johannesburg Stock Exchange to maximise returns.
Stokvel Tip: When choosing a stokvel, take note of the number of members, who the members are, and what is expected of members.
Stokvel Tip: Join a stokvel that has a goal you want to accomplish, eg. saving up for an event such as a wedding or a holiday at the coast.
Stokvel Tip: A constitution is an important document that must be drawn up when you start a stokvel. Think of it as the group's guidebook.
Stokvel Tip: No matter your financial standing, a stokvel can make your money go further and provide a safety net.
Save Money: If your destination is in walking distance, walk. Cutting out unnecessary car trips will save you money both in petrol money and car maintenance.
Save Money: Do you live in a house or apartment that has empty space in it? Get a roommate to help pay for expenses.
Save Money: Learn how to do basic maintenance around the house so that you don't have to always call a plumber or handyman to get the job done.
Save Money: Do you still have a landline telephone? If so, how often do you really use it? Is it worth the monthly rental?
Save Money: Anytime you need something, see if you can source it for free first.
Save Money: If you're attending a fancy events, think about renting your dress or suit instead of buying an expensive option that you might only wear once.
Save Money: While it's tempting to buy all those super cute baby clothes, keep in mind that babies and toddlers outgrow their clothes in a matter of months.
Save Money: Buy an at-home manicure set and learn to do your own nails, instead of paying the nail salon.
