Is there a specific reason why many small business owners work hard, but still struggle or fail? The other day, a friend of mine, Henry (not his real name) asked me that question after another long week of work with almost nothing to show for his labour. And I replied, “Well, that’s kind of likeContinueContinue reading “The Real Work:”
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The Big Picture
Is there a difference between wanting my business to succeed and having a vision? “John and I both know what we want for this business.And that is, we both want to move the business forward and make it successful.That’s the vision.John has worked in the restaurant business his whole life – mostly waiting tables andContinueContinue reading “The Big Picture”
Fatal Drain:
Am I weak, irresponsible and lazy if I feel tired and frustrated with being a business owner? “I’ve always been “the stylist” at home and among my friends.I’ve even desigSned and made clothes for almost everyone that I know.And so, when I was having issues at my old job as a nurse, everyone kept tellingContinueContinue reading “Fatal Drain:”
With Help
Is it weakness to seek help or surround myself with mentors and professionals to build my business? “Yeah, I called my friend Esi.She was the only marketing professional I knew at the time, who could help me with my idea for this BBQ catering business.I also went to see my ex-boss Mrs. Smith, for moreContinueContinue reading “With Help”
4 Other Ways to Become an Entrepreneur in Ghana
A study by the African Development Bank Group found out that most Ghanaians see entrepreneurship as the only way to generate income. In fact, almost half (that’s 49.2%) of all people employed in Ghana, own their own businesses. Now, these numbers can be a bit stressing for anyone who has endured some initial failure orContinueContinue reading “4 Other Ways to Become an Entrepreneur in Ghana”
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