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I would like to know how to work out a price for a delivery/courier business. I know that I need to take petrol, insurance, wear and tear into consideration. How do you put that into a price?

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I’ve heard about online jobs that you can do at home for extra money. Are there any sites you can recommend and do you have any advice for me on this?

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If one wants to start an online co, do they need to register with CIPRO or just with a domain house?

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Im a 21 year old who wants to get into the tender sector. What are the steps to succeed as a first timer in the industry?

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I would like to start a business that provides information and solutions for tobacco addiction. Will this kind of a business work in SA?

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How do I evaluate a new business idea?

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I would like to open a laundry business but I am not sure which questions to ask when doing research.

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Could I please get your thoughts on Simventure? Is it worth it or not?

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I am an accredited service provider with transport seta for two years now but I have never trained on my accreditation. My challenge is marketing my business. How does one get a business mentor?

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I am interested in starting a mining company. Where can I get help to get all the relevent information?

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I have a business idea, which I beleive will be profitable.. However I am not sure who to talk to or how to go about starting up a business. Is it possible to develop some sort of patent to prevent others from taking my idea?

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I have been approached by the CEO of an International company, which has existed since 2009, that would like to start business in SA. I am a graduate and the CEO would like me to act as a representative or independent consultant with the view to heading up a division here. Should I do it?

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Do you have a due dilligence check list for the purchase of a business?

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Does a B&B require a license to operate, as well as serve food?

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I am freelance video director/producer and am now getting work of my own. I hire items etc with vat on each job.. What do I need to do, register a cc, vat reg, and what is the tax requirement?

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What legal documents/regulations must South African residents comply with to do business online in the USA (national, not state specific)? For example: Establishing online directories with paid listings, membership sites etc. Can one trade as sole proprietor or must a business be registered, and if so is it a local or foreign registration?

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I started a model and artist management company last April. Registered it as a cc and found 5 models whom I find castings for and take a commission of 20% after every job. Its been a year now and I haven’t even made R5000 yet. I struggle to find jobs for the girls, I always email potential clients but mostly never respond, should I change my way of finding clients?

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How can I make the transition from leaving the corporate world of full time employment into IT consulting full time? Especially if I do not have enough funds stashed away to cover expenses.

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I am interested in starting my own business but before, I start I would like to go through an intensive course/training on how to run a business. Which institutions would be best suited for this kind of training.

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I’m thinking of starting a business, but with the current economic climate, I’m hesitant to start up. I’ll appreciate any advice.

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Should I go to university or use the university money to buy a franchise? (currently in matric)

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I`m have this brilliant idea, and I am struggling to take it further due to financial constraints. Now considering selling my idea. How do I go about doing that?

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Kindlt assist me with a formula to calculate pricing for a service business. E.g. If I own an amusement park, how do I determine entrance fee to the park?

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How does one go about starting a distribution business? Or how do you become a seller for an international company locally (SA)?

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I have training and experience in shopping centre management, I’m putting ideas together on how to start my own property management company.Please give any ideas you may have,legal requirements as wel

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I would like advice on selling a business. I have developed an innovative business within the water harvesting sector. I have a patent that protects the concept, trademarks, a website etc…

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I want to open a nail bar in the CBD as I noticed a gap. I found a nice location but recently found out that half the shops will be broken down in January 2012 to make way for a new shopping centre. Is it wise to open a store that will be next to a construction site even though it will be the ideal location once the mall has been built?

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I am a single mom, struggling to support my child. I do not have the capital to start a new business, or pay for a babysitter to go to a 2nd job. I do however have a computor at home. Any suggestions on how to generate a steady extra income?

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Is there a step by step guide to bringing a new product to the market in SA?

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I have bought an advertising business and would like to resign and run the business. Where can I get capital to cover expenses for the first year?

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I would like to connect and build mentor-mentee relationships with willing and experienced entrepreneurs out there. As an aspirant entrepreneur I could use all the assistance I can get on a start-up.

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I have 8 years experience in IT and registered a CC. I already have a full time job and I am scared to quite my job.

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I have a small satellite installation business with 2 staff members. Can I operate from my house?

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I would like to use my considerable business experiences to assist other start-ups as a mentor. How do I connect with such businesses?

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Are there companies in South Africa that evaluate ideas and then help entrepreneurs develop their ideas into commercial products?

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Is it better to pre-sell my product or wait until I have the product available to sell?

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How to ensure that your idea is not stolen by an investor or third party.

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How do I find suppliers for my new business?

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How do I go about conducting market research before starting a business?

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How do I evaluate a business idea and take the next steps in getting it up and running?

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How do you define a target market?

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Should I put together a confidentiality agreement for a potential investor to sign before I pitch my idea to them?

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How do I go about buying a business?

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What is involved in working with a broker when buying or selling a business?

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What process should I follow when it comes to setting prices for my business?

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How do I go about analysing and choosing a possible location for my business.

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