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22Nov

Preparing your SME for Business Success

Running a small to medium enterprise (SME) is tough. In South Africa, particularly, SMEs are faced with unique challenges like the weak economy, crime, and cash flow, not to mention the physical and financial burden of load-shedding. Prepare your SME for business success during the year ahead by following the tips we share in this article. Table of ContentsPrepare your SME for business successReflect & “take stock”
Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats
 Target new audiencesFocus on the customers you haveAdopt relevant technology trends Think outside the box – cultivate a creative culture Invest in skills training Show you care KEY TAKEAWAYSOther Blogs of Interest: Prepare your SME for business success R […]

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10Nov

14 Questions about Domain Names & Website Hosting Answered

If you think that your domain name and chosen website hosting plan seem less important than your website itself – think again. The right domain name could make your website URL more memorable while the best in website hosting could boost site functionality dramatically. In this article, we familiarise you with the most important things you should know about domain names and website hosting. Table of Contents What is a domain name? What does a good domain name look like? How do I get my own domain name? What is a domain name Registrar? What does DNS refer to? How much does a domain name cost in South Africa? What is important in selecting a domain name provider? What is the most common problem with website hosting? What […]

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07Nov

Black Friday And Cyber Monday: 7 Point Checklist To Success

Black Friday and Cyber Monday is slowly but surely becoming a hit with South Africans. In 2022, FNB customers alone spent a massive R3-billion during this period. Whether your business decides to join in or not, the potential for a successful campaign is there. In this article we share a checklist to help you dot the i’s and cross the t’s. Table of ContentsTick off the following when planning your Black Friday and Cyber Monday specials:Checklist 1: Is Black Friday and Cyber Monday for your business?Checklist 2: Put together “sticky” Black Friday / Cyber Monday deals.Checklist 3: Decide which platforms you will use for marketing.Checklist 4: Create eye catching marketing material.Checklist 5: Create a publishing schedule. […]

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25Jul

10 Cost-cutting Tips For Your SME

Did you know that a healthy cashflow is a leading asset in any SME? A positive cashflow can be achieved by identifying where money is wasted, then cutting back on those things. Doing so, could drastically influence your long-term profitability and growth. Try our cost-cutting tips to help save money and boost your cashflow.   CONTENTS Reasons why your business needs to save money Straight up, it improves cashflow Saving money helps you plan and prepare for emergencies Having that extra bit on hand can help you seize opportunities It will also give you greater financial security and peace of mind   Ways in which your SME can cut costs: Tip 1: Save on utilities Tip 2: Save on telephony bills Tip 3: Go paperless Tip 4 […]

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02May

7 Ways To Make Your Small Business Look BIGGER

From brick and mortar to online stores, the competition for your small business is massive. To add insult to injury you’ll be competing against numerous large organisations that have been in the market for ages. When it comes to reputation, ad budget, employees, and customer trust, these companies will outrank yours on all levels. Better give up now, right? Not in the slightest!   If you have a great product or service to sell, stay right where you are, puff up your chest and do the following to look the part:   CONTENTS: 1. Build a website 2. Focus on a niche market 3. Be everywhere and be ‘loud’ 4. Be resourceful 5. Provide next-level products and service 6. Be consistent 7. Own it!   1. Bui […]

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17Apr

Domains.co.za Guide – Domain Name Registration Unpacked

The internet is one massive marketplace where anyone and everyone can set up ‘shop’ and it all starts with a domain name. It sounds simple enough but there’s more to a domain name than one might think. This domain name guide aims to answer questions, bust myths, and confusion on the topic. CONTENTS: 1. What is a domain name and what does it do?
2. What does DNS mean and why is it important?
3. Who can register a domain name?
4. What is a domain extension and what types are available?
5. Where can I buy a domain name?
6. How can I register a domain name?
7. What is the role of a domain name Registrar?
8. Which Registrar offers the best domain name registrations in South Africa?
9. What is DNS redundancy?
10. How much doe […]

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24Mar

How to Jumpstart your eCommerce Business this year

Now is the time for eCommerce. In the year ahead eCommerce is expected to increase by 10.4%, which means if you had an online shop in mind, there is no better time than the present to jumpstart it with these Top Tips. CONTENTS 1. Provide the best in service
2. Use social media to get noticed
3. Focus on keeping the clients you have
4. Keep your eCommerce site sticky
5. Evolve 1. Provide the Best in Service It’s official, Artificial Intelligence is everywhere and yes, it can be extremely beneficial. Do use it to streamline stock levels, send notification emails to customers and manage the normal administrative side of online shopping. But don’t allow it to replace that personal touch customers are looking for. If y […]

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03Mar

Domains.co.za Guide – Everything and more about Hosting in South Africa

Web Hosting is more diverse than it has ever been before. That’s because the market is segmented. It’s not just large corporations that need hosting anymore – anyone can have a presence online. In order to get the best hosting for your exact needs, it is important to learn a little more about what exactly hosting is. This guide aims to cover the top 10 most frequently asked questions when it comes to getting a website online. CONTENTS: 1. What is web hosting? 2. How does web hosting work? 3. What are the types of web hosting? 4. How do I host a website in South Africa? 5. Can I host my own website? 6. How much does it cost to host a website? 7. Can I host my website for free? 8. What is the best cheapest hos […]

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22Feb

Best Hosting in South Africa — 10 Reasons to choose Domains.co.za

In a digital world, hosting plays a fundamental role in everything we do online, that’s why only the best will do. At Domains.co.za, we are a leading Hosting Provider in South Africa. Yes – we know – you’ve heard it all before. Hosting companies like to talk the talk but can they walk it too? How about we give you all the details, and you decide for yourself…   10 Reasons why Domains.co.za should be your Hosting Provider of choice Reason 1: We only use the Best in Technology Carrier-Grade Supermicro hardware, AMD Scalable Second-Generation processors, Super-Fast Enterprise SSD and NVME drives in Raid 10… we can go on and on. The point is: If it is not the best of the best, we’r […]

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02Feb

7 Ideas to Boost Sales for your Online Store or Shop this Valentine Month

It’s the month of Love… and like Marmite or Liquorice… it divides people. Frankly, it doesn’t matter if you are rolling your eyes, or smacking your lips, at the thought. What does matter is whether or not your target audience is romantic at heart. And believe us, they probably are. Statistics by FNB showed that compared to 2021, shoppers went on a Valentine’s spree last February. They spent 45% more at restaurants, 36% more at spas, and an incredible 228% more at the cinemas. Shopping at chocolatiers jumped by 62% and spending on flowers increased by a massive 81%. While times are tougher this year, people are in need for a pick-me-up, so you need to be sure they will be able to find it at your shop or o […]

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