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The SME Toolkit has partnered with Sanlam to bring you an online tool that will help you identify areas where your business may be lacking or need help to improve. Planning for the future success of your business begins with answering the question: How Fit Is Your Business? 

 

With a successful Fifa Confederations Cup behind us, we now know what needs to be done before we are truly ready for the 2010 World Cup. Read up on the latest news around preparations for the event  and some interesting statistics that may encourage you to make sure your business gets in on the action. 

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From the minute you decide to start your own business, you want to hit the ground running. But before you take the plunge, there are three key words to keep in mind: planning, planning, planning. This section will guide you through the various steps you have to take to get your business off the ground, whether you're starting from scratch or buying an existing business.

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Owning a small business means you have to play many roles within your company, the most important of which is your function as the Manager. Not everyone is a born leader, so use the information in this new category to brush up on your management skills and develop your potential to become a strong and effective leader .

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The Internet has opened up a whole new world of possibilities for entrepreneurs in the small business sector. To take advantage of these opportunities, you have to be familiar with the online environment and its rules for doing good business. Visit the E-Commerce category to find out how you can tap into the online market and  compete with other SMEs doing the same.

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Marketing your business is crucial to communicating with your current client base and attracting new ones. There are a number of simple ways you can highlight your products and services, without big budget spending. Explore the Marketing and Sales category for step-by-step guides and the rules around marketing your business effectively.