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The Key Leadership Qualities It Takes to Be a Boss, A Woman Entrepreneur in Business Today by Judith Baker

May 29, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Judith Baker

Judith Baker

Book Review

Starting a business and running one is challenging. What do you do first? What should you pay attention to? What tools are there to help the modern woman entrepreneur? In her new book, The Key Leadership Qualities It Takes to Be a Boss, A Woman Entrepreneur in Business Today, Judith Baker brings you all the insights you need.

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Laura Struik, a leather boot brand-builder celebrating South African craftsmen

May 29, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Laura Struik, founder of ROF-Style (South Africa)

Laura Struik, founder of ROF-Style (South Africa)

Startup Story

There is always something powerful about seeing real craftspeople creating beautiful products with passion and love. Entrepreneur Laura Struik, founder of ROF-Style in South Africa, manufactures and markets 100% handmade leather boots by local South African craftsmen.

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In Startup Story Tags South Africa, Fashion, Footwear
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Quote of the Day by Ntsiki Biyela

May 29, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Ntsiki Biyela, winemaker and founder of Aslina Wines (South Africa)

Ntsiki Biyela, winemaker and founder of Aslina Wines (South Africa)

“I get most satisfaction from waking up and being an inspiration to other young people.”

Ntsiki Biyela, winemaker and founder of Aslina Wines (South Africa)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Mentoring
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Entrepreneur Advice from Tatiana Da Encarnação Casaca / Create a consistent business plan

May 29, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Tatiana Da Encarnação Casaca, co-founder of IMO NExT (Angola)

Tatiana Da Encarnação Casaca, co-founder of IMO NExT (Angola)

Create a consistent business plan…

“Identify a real need, create a consistent business plan, and work hard.”

Tatiana Da Encarnação Casaca, co-founder of IMO NExT (Angola)

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In Entrepreneur Advice Tags Work Ethic
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Quote of the Day by Eva Sonaike

May 28, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Eva Sonaike, founder, Eva Sonaike, UK

Eva Sonaike, founder, Eva Sonaike, UK

“If you have a passion, believe in something and work smart, you can reach your goals and make your dream a reality.”

Eva Sonaike, founder, Eva Sonaike, UK

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In Quote of the Day Tags Passion
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Entrepreneur Advice from Ruth Wewura Guribie / Be passionate about what you do

May 28, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Ruth Wewura Guribie, founder of Sava Shea Company Limited

Ruth Wewura Guribie, founder of Sava Shea Company Limited

Be passionate about what you do...

“You will have many reasons to quit at some point, but don’t. Be passionate about what you do and communicate it in the way that feels most inspired, natural and unique to you.”

Ruth Wewura Guribie, founder of Sava Shea Company Limited

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In Entrepreneur Advice Tags Passion
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Don’t wait for your dream to show up in someone else’s plan

May 27, 2020 Melanie Hawken
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by Lori Milner

In addition to being a speaker, trainer and author I am also a coach. This word coach has never sat well with me because I’ve realized what I truly am is a ‘permission agent’. I have had many conversations with people over the years from wanting to start a new business to taking on a new hobby like running.

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In Guest Blog Tags Lori Milner, Dream
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My ABC of business: Navigating through the different stages of lockdown

May 27, 2020 Melanie Hawken
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by Lizl Naude, founder of Lilly Loompa

If there is one thing this pandemic and subsequently this lockdown has confirmed, is that I am a TOTAL homebody! I am in my absolute element being at home.

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In Guest Blog, Business Unusual Tags Lizl Naude, BU Crisis Strategy
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Survive or Die!

May 27, 2020 Melanie Hawken
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by Nontobeko Mbuyane, CEO & Founder of Bee’s Beauty Haven & Glutaspa Group

Indeed, our businesses are going through tough times, but the question is, are you only going to fold your arms, panic and watch your business crumble? The answer should be no, a great mindset now would be to try and turn every challenge into an opportunity to innovate and stay ahead of your business game.

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In Guest Blog, Business Unusual Tags Nontobeko Mbuyane, BU Crisis Strategy
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SARS Relief to Benefit Cash Flow

May 27, 2020 Melanie Hawken
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by Ronel Jooste CA(SA), Financial Consultant, Speaker and Author of ‘Financially Fit and Wealthy’

Concerns were rightfully raised about the various relief options which have been announced to help individuals and businesses who have been affected by the national lockdown in South Africa, enforced to stop the spread of the Coronavirus. It became evident that most relief funding options are in the form of a loan repayable with interest.

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In Guest Blog, Business Unusual Tags Ronel Jooste, BU Finances
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Quote of the Day by Sonto Pooe

May 27, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Sonto Pooe, founder, NativeChild (South Africa)

Sonto Pooe, founder, NativeChild (South Africa)

“There is nothing more fulfilling than walking the path you were designed to walk.”

Sonto Pooe, founder, NativeChild (South Africa)

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In Quote of the Day Tags Entrepreneurial Journey
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Entrepreneur Advice from Aliza Rajan / Ask for advice

May 27, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Aliza Rajan, founder, Eventique Limited, (Kenya)

Aliza Rajan, founder, Eventique Limited, (Kenya)

Ask for advice…

“Do it. Ask for advice. Use your passion to start what you love. It takes time to get somewhere but it's all worth it in the end.”

Aliza Rajan, founder, Eventique Limited, (Kenya)

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In Entrepreneur Advice Tags Advice & Assistance
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Quote of the Day by Marta Roff

May 26, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Marta Roff, founder, Maputo Relocation Solutions, Mozambique

Marta Roff, founder, Maputo Relocation Solutions, Mozambique

“We have been given the gift of time to stop and think about what is important ... take advantage.”

Marta Roff, founder, Maputo Relocation Solutions, Mozambique

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In Quote of the Day Tags Business Unusual, Entrepreneurial Journey
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Entrepreneur Advice from Phillipa Geard / Put aside self-doubt!

May 26, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Phillipa Geard, founder, RecruitMyMom, (South Africa)

Phillipa Geard, founder, RecruitMyMom, (South Africa)

Put aside self-doubt!…

“Every day you have to decide to put aside self-doubt and choose self-belief if you are going to make a success of your business.”

Phillipa Geard, founder, RecruitMyMom, (South Africa)

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In Entrepreneur Advice Tags Self Belief
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Quote of the Day from Lilly Alfonso

May 25, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Lilly Alfonso, founder, Lilly Alfonso, Malawi

Lilly Alfonso, founder, Lilly Alfonso, Malawi

“Failures make you unique, so use them and turn them into positives.”

Lilly Alfonso, founder, Lilly Alfonso, Malawi

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In Quote of the Day Tags Failure
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Entrepreneur Advice from Satu Vienings / Don’t rush things

May 25, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Satu Vienings, founder, Air A Pet (Mozambique)

Satu Vienings, founder, Air A Pet (Mozambique)

Don’t rush things…

“Don't rush things - starting small and doing things well pays off in the end when your company grows.”

Satu Vienings, founder, Air A Pet (Mozambique)

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In Entrepreneur Advice Tags Getting Started
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Lioness Launch / New co-working space and digital platform launched for women in Luanda, Angola

May 24, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Diandra Vaal Neto, founder of Clube Das Empresárias (Angola)

Diandra Vaal Neto, founder of Clube Das Empresárias (Angola)

Lioness Launch

The journey to becoming a successful woman entrepreneur can often be a lonely one. But in Luanda, Angola, Diandra Vaal Neto, founder of Clube Das Empresárias, a leading platform for women entrepreneurs in the country, has the solution. She has launched SPACE by Clube Das Empresárias, a new co-working space in the city exclusively for women, providing a much-needed professional and personal development community.

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In Lioness Launch Tags Angola, Entrepreneur Support, Co-working
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First Pitch: Winning Money, Mentors, and More for your Startup by Debi Kleiman

May 24, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Debi Kleiman

Debi Kleiman

Book Review

For entrepreneurs, pitching is do or die. But many women find it tough to pitch. But help is at hand in Debi Kleiman’s new book, First Pitch. She understands that to succeed with your startup, you must persuade investors, advisors, customers, and other potential partners to join you on your journey. It can be intimidating, but First Pitch is here to help.

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Patrícia Vasco, a Mozambican serial entrepreneur creating a brand of handmade, decorative candles 

May 24, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Patricia Vasco, founder of Luminara (Mozambique)

Patricia Vasco, founder of Luminara (Mozambique)

Startup Story

Everyone loves beautiful perfumed candles to light up their homes and create a certain kind of ambiance - they are romantic and atmospheric. In Mozambique, entrepreneur Patricia Vasco, is building a new brand of beautiful, handmade, decorative candles called Luminara. She is also demonstrating that it is possible to build a new brand from scratch with little investment but a lot of creativity.

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In Startup Story Tags Mozambique, Home Accessories
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Lisa Videira, a digital entrepreneur in Angola creating e-learning solutions

May 24, 2020 Melanie Hawken
Lisa Videira, founder of LV Digital, Lda (Angola)

Lisa Videira, founder of LV Digital, Lda (Angola)

Startup Story

In today’s changing world, access to learning using the power of digital is becoming an everyday reality for many people, especially children. In Angola, entrepreneur Lisa Videira, founder of LV Digital, Lda, is providing innovative digital solutions to help make e-learning accessible to everyone.

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In Startup Story Tags Angola, e-Learning
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Vanessa Mhlom, a South African wellness brand builder
Vanessa Mhlom, a South African wellness brand builder
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Morongwe and Michelle Mokone, two social impact entrepreneurs building a high-growth, premium sustainable homeware business
Dr. Phindi Cebekhulu-Msomi, an agripreneur focused on climate-smart solutions
Dr. Phindi Cebekhulu-Msomi, an agripreneur focused on climate-smart solutions
Retang Phaahla, a pioneer for South Africa’s indigenous teas
Retang Phaahla, a pioneer for South Africa’s indigenous teas
Dr Margaret Kemigisha, a publishing entrepreneur passionate about childrens’ literacy
Dr Margaret Kemigisha, a publishing entrepreneur passionate about childrens’ literacy

IMAGE OF THE DAY. CELEBRATING WOMAN MADE IN AFRICA.

Image of the Day / Mon Choco

Chocolate gifting goodies…Who doesn’t love a chocolate gift at this time of the year? So where better to sample some of the finest chocolate on the African continent than in Cote d’Ivoire, from Mon Cho
Image of the Day / Spez Catering

Celebratory cake…If you are anything like the sweet treat-loving team at Lionesses of Africa, you will love a slice of the great cakes on offer from Spez Catering in Kenya, founded by Esmeralda De Souza-Obwaka
Image of the Day / Eloli

African luxury couture…For those who want to stand out from the crowd, Dibo Ndumbe Eyoh, co-founder and co-creative Director of Eloli, an award-winning luxury African fashion brand in Cameroon, has just what you need.
Image of the Day / The Joinery

Sustainable Tote Bags…We have always been big fans of The Joinery, the sustainable and ethical product design brand based in South Africa founded by Natalie and Kim Ellis, and their exciting Future Tex™ fa
Image of the Day / Barbara McKenzie

Classic meets contemporary…If you are in the market for classic-inspired yet modern clothing which is both stylish and ultra-feminine and trans-seasonal to wear throughout the year, then Kendi Sapepa, found
Image of the Day / Adèle Dejak

Luxury statement accessories…We are big fans of luxury jewellery and accessories made with love and passion on the African continent, and Adèle Dejak in Kenya is the epitome of handmade luxury. The
Image of the Day / Lunar

Stylish sustainable clothing…We have always been big fans of Lunar in South Africa, the sustainable clothing brand created by owner Nicola Luther and her talented team. Lunar has firmly established itself as one of th
Image of the Day / Dathonga Designs

Traditional craft elevated…We love the impact-driven accessories created by Márcia Nangy O’Connell, founder and artistic director of Dathonga Designs in Mozambique. Since 2010, she has establis
Image of the Day / Dounia Home

Statement lighting… from Dounia Home, the home of innovative, handcrafted and ethically made Moroccan lighting and home decor founded by Dounia Tamri-Loeper. Her company designs, produces and brings to market hi
Image of the Day / Mash. T Design Studio

Award-winning furniture design…We are big fans of talented South African designer Thabisa Mjo, founder of Mash. T Design Studio in Johannesburg, and these fabulous side tables are firm customer favouri
Image of the Day / Mon Choco

Chocolate gifting goodies…Who doesn’t love a chocolate gift at this time of the year? So where better to sample some of the finest chocolate on the African continent than in Cote d’Ivoire, from Mon Cho Image of the Day / Spez Catering

Celebratory cake…If you are anything like the sweet treat-loving team at Lionesses of Africa, you will love a slice of the great cakes on offer from Spez Catering in Kenya, founded by Esmeralda De Souza-Obwaka Image of the Day / Eloli

African luxury couture…For those who want to stand out from the crowd, Dibo Ndumbe Eyoh, co-founder and co-creative Director of Eloli, an award-winning luxury African fashion brand in Cameroon, has just what you need. Image of the Day / The Joinery

Sustainable Tote Bags…We have always been big fans of The Joinery, the sustainable and ethical product design brand based in South Africa founded by Natalie and Kim Ellis, and their exciting Future Tex™ fa Image of the Day / Barbara McKenzie

Classic meets contemporary…If you are in the market for classic-inspired yet modern clothing which is both stylish and ultra-feminine and trans-seasonal to wear throughout the year, then Kendi Sapepa, found Image of the Day / Adèle Dejak

Luxury statement accessories…We are big fans of luxury jewellery and accessories made with love and passion on the African continent, and Adèle Dejak in Kenya is the epitome of handmade luxury. The Image of the Day / Lunar

Stylish sustainable clothing…We have always been big fans of Lunar in South Africa, the sustainable clothing brand created by owner Nicola Luther and her talented team. Lunar has firmly established itself as one of th Image of the Day / Dathonga Designs

Traditional craft elevated…We love the impact-driven accessories created by Márcia Nangy O’Connell, founder and artistic director of Dathonga Designs in Mozambique. Since 2010, she has establis Image of the Day / Dounia Home

Statement lighting… from Dounia Home, the home of innovative, handcrafted and ethically made Moroccan lighting and home decor founded by Dounia Tamri-Loeper. Her company designs, produces and brings to market hi Image of the Day / Mash. T Design Studio

Award-winning furniture design…We are big fans of talented South African designer Thabisa Mjo, founder of Mash. T Design Studio in Johannesburg, and these fabulous side tables are firm customer favouri

STARTUP STORIES. MEET THE WOMEN WHO’VE LAUNCHED.

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Júlia Silota, a Mozambican green business builder, focused on environmental waste management
Júlia Silota, a Mozambican green business builder, focused on environmental waste management
Claudia Machaieie, a Mozambican green business innovator transforming marine waste into reading glasses
Claudia Machaieie, a Mozambican green business innovator transforming marine waste into reading glasses
Matilde Mawelele Rungo, a Mozambican tech-preneur helping to drive digital transformation in the country
Matilde Mawelele Rungo, a Mozambican tech-preneur helping to drive digital transformation in the country
Yanara Tavares Viana, a Mozambican entrepreneur developing a smart urban housing solution in the country
Yanara Tavares Viana, a Mozambican entrepreneur developing a smart urban housing solution in the country
Isabel Mandofa, a Mozambican woman entrepreneur building a successful, high-impact agri-food business
Isabel Mandofa, a Mozambican woman entrepreneur building a successful, high-impact agri-food business

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Built on Purpose: Discover Your Deep Inner Why and Manifest the Business of Your Dreams by Betsy Fore
Built on Purpose: Discover Your Deep Inner Why and Manifest the Business of Your Dreams by Betsy Fore
The Magnetic Female Entrepreneur: The Art of Empowered Presence, Rising to New Levels of Impact and Influence, and Financial Success on Your Own Terms  by Mary Grant
The Magnetic Female Entrepreneur: The Art of Empowered Presence, Rising to New Levels of Impact and Influence, and Financial Success on Your Own Terms by Mary Grant
Women Entrepreneurs Rewired To Rise: Powerful Habits that Break Through Burnout, Silence Your Inner Critic, and Build a Thriving Business from the Inside Out  by Fiona Soutter
Women Entrepreneurs Rewired To Rise: Powerful Habits that Break Through Burnout, Silence Your Inner Critic, and Build a Thriving Business from the Inside Out by Fiona Soutter
Dream Big and Win: Translating Passion into Purpose and Creating a Billion-Dollar Business by Liz Elting
Dream Big and Win: Translating Passion into Purpose and Creating a Billion-Dollar Business by Liz Elting
After the Idea: What It Really Takes to Create and Scale a Startup by Julia Austin
After the Idea: What It Really Takes to Create and Scale a Startup by Julia Austin

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