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Dec 31, 2020

Thoughtful Thursdays – On market research

It is exciting to take an idea and start a new business. It is also very easy to get caught up in the excitement and develop strategies that are not based on solid research. I… Read More

Dec 24, 2020

Thoughtful Thursdays – Business research

Last week’s Thoughtful Thursdays post, said that research is the footing on which a business plan is built. Research influences almost every part of a business plan. Information gained from conducting research leads to insights… Read More

Dec 17, 2020

Thoughtful Thursdays – What is a business plan and is it a good idea to have one?

Two good questions. A business plan is a document that provides a detailed description of goals, objectives, strategies and tactics. From a start up point of view, it is the road map that when followed… Read More

Dec 10, 2020

Thoughtful Thursdays – Thinking about starting a business?

We are coming up on nine months since emergency measures have been adopted as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. Many businesses have been able to make adjustments. Unfortunately there are also those who have… Read More

May 28, 2020

Thoughtful Thursdays – Not business as usual

People are still have needs and are making purchases. As businesses that were declared non-essential are allowed to open up, the way of doing business has changed. Distancing and other protocols have been largely accepted…. Read More