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Foundations are both the groundwork and the launchpad for your business’s future. By prioritising strong foundations, you’re not only setting yourself up for success but doing so in a way that is sustainable, scalable and deeply resilient. Who do you know that might benefit from this podcast? Please share with them. Podcast page:  dna.co.za/podcast Email:  ⁠⁠email@dna.co.za⁠⁠ Website:  ⁠⁠dna.co.za...

Just like personal finance, Funds Management gives control to a founder and should help guide strategy and expense decisions. The problem with many startups is that not enough attention is given to Funds Management and trying to understand what the numbers are saying which leads to a lot of bad decisions. Who do you know that might benefit from this podcast? Please share with them. Podcast page: ...

API integration has become essential for businesses looking to streamline their operations and boost efficiency. But for SaaS companies and those developing digital products, APIs offer more than just internal benefits - they can be a powerful tool for external growth. Angelo's profile: https://www.dna.co.za/post/angelo-z-custom-web-development Who do you know that might benefit from this podcast?...

Business operations support for startups is all about creating the backbone of the company - establishing efficient processes, systems, and frameworks that allow the business to run smoothly, grow sustainably, and focus on its core mission. Do some of these words describe your business processes: chaotic; repetitive; all in your head; time consuming; undocumented; not easy to explain; complicated?...

As platforms evolve, it’s no longer just about connecting buyers and sellers - it's about streamlining everything that happens  around  that transaction. Think about all the time and effort that goes into finding, contacting, and vetting suppliers or customers. What if a platform could help cut down all that back-and-forth communication and make it easy to close deals faster? That's where the true...

Founders often have a strong desire to maintain control over all aspects of their business, understandably. However, realising that experts can bring unique skills and perspectives can be a crucial step in our growth as Founders. Who do you know that might benefit from this podcast? Please share with them. Podcast page:  dna.co.za/podcast Email:  ⁠⁠email@dna.co.za⁠⁠ Website:  ⁠⁠dna.co.za⁠

The cost of doing business on the African continent can be high. A lot of times entrepreneurs who are just starting out don’t include tax implications in their budget only to later realise they’ve really strained their profits. With anything numbers related, we don’t want to really hit this issue head on but by getting the right kind of advisory support, you can prepare yourself for the worst and...

In this episode, we will dive into how social media and digital marketing can and should often be integrated and we will explore the differences and synergies between the two. Who do you know that might benefit from this podcast? Please share with them. Podcast page: dna.co.za/podcast Email:  ⁠⁠email@dna.co.za⁠⁠ Website:  ⁠⁠dna.co.za⁠

There is a trend that is unmistakable and becoming extremely important to modern employees - and that is the idea that your company needs to offer flexible work life balance options to your employees if you want to remain competitive in the job market, and retain happier employees. Who do you know that might benefit from this podcast? Please share with them. Podcast page: dna.co.za/podcast Email: ...

A book provides a platform for sharing your business story, values, and mission, fostering deeper connections with customers, investors, collaborators, talent and the like. A well-crafted book can be a powerful tool for driving business growth. Every Founder has a story to tell..... Who do you know that might benefit from this podcast? Please share with them. Podcast page: dna.co.za/podcast Email:...

Sweat equity is the non-monetary contribution of time, effort, and skills to a business venture, typically in exchange for ownership shares. It's crucial for startups because it allows them to access valuable expertise and labour without significant cash outlays. Who do you know that might benefit from this podcast? Please share with them. Podcast page: dna.co.za/podcast Email:  ⁠⁠email@dna.co...

The African continent's rapidly growing population, coupled with rising urbanisation and increasing disposable incomes, presents a lucrative opportunity for many businesses. It takes a creative, opportunistic and even adventurous mindset to see and take advantage of the opportunity Africa presents. Who do you know that might benefit from this podcast? Please share with them. Podcast page: dna....

Choosing the right business structure and co-founder is about laying a strong foundation for your company's future. It involves deciding on the legal structure that best suits your business goals and finding a partner whose skills and vision complement yours. This decision impacts everything from your daily operations to your long-term growth potential. Who do you know that might benefit from...

Personal branding is a journey, not a destination. Founders who get personal branding right, consistently put themselves out there, showcasing their expertise, values, and personality. The key is to find an approach that aligns with your strengths, target audience and your purpose driven goals. Who do you know that might benefit from this podcast? Please share with them. Podcast page: dna.co.za/po...

As Founders, we are so close to our business, it makes sense that many times we would not even be aware of the blindspots in the platform we are building. Reviews are a good sense check to uncover these potential blind spots and it doesn't HAVE to be a thorough audit that can problem solve, reviews are a great starting point to sense check how we are really doing with our platform business. Wh...

The constraint itself (of having only 10 clients) is the source of creativity to overcome the constraint and build a business that’s even stronger than we have now. With every new prospect that we want to take on we need to ask which client will we let go? It should be the one that we have the least exchange of value with, the one with whom we lack meaningful connection, the one who lacks depth of...

We look at Technological Trends, Financial Education,  Personal Financial Planning for Individuals and Financial Planning and Education as Employee Benefits. Get connected with Entrepreneurs who use their creative abilities to develop new ideas and solutions to problems, making change and creating value while they do it. Podcast page: dna.co.za/podcast Be on the show: https://www.dna.co.za/booking...

The Evolution and Impact of Online Platforms in HealthTech.  In fact, many of the topics we’ll talk about are applicable to any type of online platform or marketplace. Book mentioned during the recording: HBR's 10 Must Reads on Platforms and Ecosystems Join us Podcast page: dna.co.za/podcast Be on the show: https://www.dna.co.za/booking-calendar/podcast-recording-with-dna-business?utm_medium=p...

Training is about sharpening your most valuable asset - your people.  They will work smarter to solve inevitable problems you face in business, and well trained employees become your biggest asset in achieving your business goals. As Founders, adopting these newer, more effective approaches can help support rapid growth and ensure teams are equipped to meet new challenges. Get connected with Entre...

Fans love the artists and people they follow. They feel a personal connection and resonance with their favourite band. As a business owner/ nay a brand owner you have the opportunity to generate that kind of affinity with your target consumer by creating a brand that is instantly recognisable. Get connected with Entrepreneurs who use their creative abilities to develop new ideas and solutions to p...

Many businesses struggle to write persuasive proposals. We talk about the most common mistakes we make, and in a nutshell how we as founders can avoid these pitfalls. A new way of solving the unique challenges Founders face. Get connected with Creative Entrepreneurs who use their creative abilities to develop new ideas and solutions to problems, making change and creating value while they do it. P...

PR is about building and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships. A strategic advisory function. It is considered and accountable like legal, but also forward looking and insights driven like a research team. A new way of solving the unique challenges Founders face. Get connected with Creative Entrepreneurs who use their creative abilities to develop new ideas and solutions to problems, maki...

 What spurred this topic was the countless times we see entrepreneurs drained by prospects with  endless conversations and no actual conversion - and even when the conversion comes, they never get back the time and effort spent getting there, and many times relationships start to break down in the process, founders and CE’s alike are left wondering if it was all worth it. A new way of solving the...

For Founders looking for creative and engaging ways to connect with their customers, 3D animation can be a powerful tool. For Founders looking for creative and engaging ways to connect with their customers. A new way of solving the unique challenges Founders face. Get connected with Creative Entrepreneurs who use their creative abilities to develop new ideas and solutions to problems, making chang...

Outsourcing   is  a business practice in which  services  or job functions are hired out to a third party on a contract or ongoing basis. We speak about important things to consider before taking the leap. A new way of solving the unique challenges Founders face. Get connected with Creative Entrepreneurs who use their creative abilities to develop new ideas and solutions to problems, making change...