Last year, Bloomberg ranked Nigeria as the biggest economy in Africa and named the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) the best-performing stock market of the 93 equity indexes it tracked globally. Its major industries attract millions of dollars in foreign and local investments annually. The fall in oil prices and OPEC…
I know you have fantastic plans for your business this new year.I know you are really energized to catapult your business into the next big thing in your industry.You have plans to double your business assets, strengthen your brand equity, and be on fire.Having goals and plans for your business…
We are a month into the new year, and by now our new year goals should be shaping up into plans ready to be executed. Do you want more customers, more income, and more profitability? Then, you probably need an excellent marketing strategy. But a strategy without a plan does…
The Covid-19 Pandemic brought a lot of unexpected disruptions to the processes and operations of businesses in various industries. The resultant effect of the pandemic, the lockdown, and the lifestyle change has accelerated the development of some trends and changes in the way businesses are conducted. From the Manufacturing and…
Do you have a business idea?Do you already run a business?Are you looking to raise capital? Here are seven grants and loan programmes you should explore in 2021. 1. Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) MSME Loan Programme Status: Open — Apply at apply.lsetf.ng The LSETF provides affordable loans to…
Are you seeking to give your business an incorporated facelift this new year? You might decide to register either a business name or a company, whichever keeps your startup cost at a minimum. Registering a business name might not be wise, depending on your business type. The benefits of incorporating…
Are you interested in volunteering if it would positively impact your business? Yes? OK, then, now is the time to volunteer. We all know it is a great thing. We help our communities and our country, and it benefits us too. Volunteering means rendering service by choice or free will,…
Online stores have greatly improved the shopping experience. Visit any popular e-store, and you will find a mind-boggling array of products at competitive prices. They are open 24/7 and may even deliver orders to your doorstep (the generic boxes help if your order is embarrassing). You can also compare prices…
You offer great products, competitive prices, and top-notch customer service. All that’s left now is building an army of loyal customers. What’s the next step? Marketing, right? Well, it depends. You might be overlooking better options. Most ads are a mild annoyance at best and, at worst, a waste of…
A strategic approach to sales during the holiday season will give better short- and long-term returns.
