“There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work and learning from failure.” (Colin Powell, United States Secretary of State)

Of course you plan for your business to grow. But in an environment of constant change, it can be hard to know where to place your energy. These three focus areas will help you position your business for growth, regardless of the external circumstances.

"Being tax compliant and ‘paying your fair share’ is not just good for you, but also contributes to the positive growth of our country’s economy which in turn benefits all South Africans." (SARS)

“The unfortunate need people who will be kind to them; the prosperous need people to be kind to.” (Aristotle)

Strategic business partnerships are an integral part of any successful business and yet very few entrepreneurs think of the opportunities which arise from partnering with non-profit organisations.

“A goal without a plan is just a wish.” (Antoine De Saint-Exupery, author of The Little Prince)

Want to start a business? SARS warns you to be aware of the tax obligations of running a business, whether it’s in the form of a legal entity or in your personal capacity. 

“There's life and death in every email.” (Bill Gates)

Over the past 25 years, email has become synonymous with office life: a recent study found that the average worker sends between 9,000 and 15,000 emails a year.

• 07 January – PAYE submissions and payments.
• 20 January – End of Filing Season 2024 for Provisional taxpayers & Trusts.
• 24 January – VAT manual submissions and payments.
• 30 January – Excise duty payments.
• 31 January – VAT electronic submissions and payments, & CIT Provisional Tax payments where applicable.