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2025 Goal Setting for Entrepreneurs

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Good morning. Are you setting the right goals for your business? Clear and strategic goal setting is key to growth and success. In this brief, we’ll share quick tips to help you set goals that drive results. Plus, tickets for the SME South Africa Funding Summit are on sale, and don’t miss our upcoming webinar on Food Safety in the Informal Sector

Setting SMART business goals—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound helps businesses stay focused and organised. Key strategies include involving team members in goal planning, breaking down large goals, regularly reviewing progress, focusing on employee development, using technology, celebrating milestones, and managing risks to ensure success in the new year. Read more!

To scale your business in 2025, evaluate your current operations and set clear, achievable growth goals. Choose a scaling method suited to your industry, whether bootstrapping or fast scaling. Leverage technology for automation, optimise marketing strategies, and expand your team to support growth. Ensure your financial systems are scalable, assess funding needs, and prepare for large investments.

Join us for an insightful webinar on food safety in the informal food sector. Our experts will discuss practical tips on how to handle and store food safely and share solutions to common problems. Entrepreneurs will learn important ways to improve food safety in local markets.

Date: 23 January 2025
Time: 11:00 AM

Secure your spot now!

The SME South Africa Funding Summit is an essential event for small businesses looking to secure funding and grow their ventures. This summit provides a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs to connect with investors who are actively seeking new opportunities.

Attendees will gain valuable insights from industry experts, have the chance to pitch their business ideas, and network with key players in the funding ecosystem. Whether you're looking to expand, scale, or take your business to the next level, this event could be the key to unlocking your growth potential.

  • Date: 12 June 2025

  • Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  • Venue: Empire Conference & Events Venue

Don’t miss out on this chance to build valuable relationships and access funding opportunities.

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