The Best of 2020 + Thank You!

It's finally time to take a break and refuel. This will be our last newsletter for 2020. This year, more than ever, we would like to thank you for being a part of the SME South Africa community and for the resilience all of you have shown this year. What lessons are you grateful for from 2020?

Looking ahead to 2021Are you already planning for 2021? Before you do, consider this …

“If you find yourself making the same list (of resolutions) that you made last year, and the year before that, it might be time to stop and try a different approach,” says Colleen Qvist, a business coach. 

In this week’s newsletter we share Startups and Entrepreneurs who made a splash in 2020.+++ PLUS ++++  Your favourite blog posts of 2020

Have a restful festive break entrepreneurs - there is plenty to do in 2021. Stay safe and healthy. 

PS - our next newsletter to you will be on 12 January 2021. 

The following content is paid for by Mobipaid. 

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Collections- Schedule repayments over the phone securely- Set automated reminders to pay and spot payment issues

E-commerce- Sell online in minutes with payment plugins – a developer's dream- Save cards for a quicker customer checkout

NGOs- Raise funds via Social Media- Post QR codes at events for auctions and raffles- Use virtual participation to broaden your audience overseas

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FESTIVE BREAK READING FOR THE BUSY ENTREPRENEUR

Celebrate the Best of 2020 With Us!

We reflect on the achievements of several South African women entrepreneurs and corporate leaders, whether it’s them taking on a new C-suite position at a major company, or launching a new business venture. READ MORE

From digital consulting and cultivated meat to resting space being created for frontline workers, these ideas caught our eye this year. READ MORE

A round-up of South African tech startups that successfully secured investment, received international recognition or expanded globally in 2020. READ MORE

DON'T MISS!

Articles You Loved in 2020

Some of the top-performing- and growing pages on our site in 2020 were: