Do You Really Need Investors To Start Your Business? The GJK Podcast | Startup Funding | Episode 4

In Conversation With Botswana Entrepreneurs | Exploring Resilience, Global Positioning, and Purpose Alignment with Botswana Entrepreneurs

In a pre-COVID world, we had the privilege of engaging with inspiring Botswana Entrepreneurs. Our conversation delved into three compelling themes: resilience, the positioning of African entrepreneurs on global value chains, and purpose alignment. In this captivating podcast episode, Botswana Entrepreneurs offered a glimpse into their remarkable journeys, sharing stories of resilience that inspire and captivate. They exemplified the spirit of unwavering determination in the face of adversity. These entrepreneurs are no strangers to the challenges that often accompany entrepreneurship. They regaled us with stories of hurdles faced, setbacks encountered, and how they emerged from these experiences not weakened but strengthened. Their ability to adapt, learn, and persevere is a testament to the resilience that sets them apart. Their stories serve as a source of motivation for aspiring entrepreneurs and business leaders alike. It is a reminder that challenges are not roadblocks but stepping stones on the path to success. The entrepreneurs' experiences highlight the importance of resilience as a key attribute for thriving in the competitive world of business. Listening to their experiences is akin to a masterclass in fortitude. It emphasizes the significance of embracing adversity as a catalyst for growth and innovation. We invite you to explore the full podcast to delve deeper into these incredible stories of resilience. We invite you to listen to the full podcast to gain a deeper understanding of the wisdom and experiences shared by these visionary entrepreneurs. Tune in for an inspiring exploration of resilience, global positioning, and purpose alignment. THE GJK PODCAST A REFRESHING BREATH OF FRESH THINKING

Should Botswana Government Shut Down Indrive in Botswana? The GJK Podcast | Episode 7

Africa is currently going through a difficult time adjusting to the growing gig economy, especially in the transport industry where digital platforms such as Uber and InDrive are growing at a fast rate and changing public transportation as we know it. Governments across Africa continually find themselves with the responsibility to intervene in the growing conflicts between local taxis and the growing digital technologies that continue to disrupt markets and provide a cheaper-faster-and-better experience for consumers. In some areas on the continent, entrepreneurs who are maximizing the 'gig economy' opportunities within the transport industry through Uber have suffered assaults and injuries from traditional taxi operators. In this week's podcast, we take a closer look into a developing story in the Republic of Botswana where the InDrive platform and its future is facing a potential threat. The question is; Should the Botswana Government shut down Indrive operations in Botswana as many suggest it should?

Is It Better To Start A Non-Profit Or A Business? The GJK Podcast | Episode 6

The world has changed, and so is everything in it. There was a time when starting either a business or a nonprofit didn’t matter, but today, it matters what you choose to start. Join us on this week’s episode of The GJK Podcast as we discuss this issue. Enjoy!

Do You Really Need Investors To Start Your Business? The GJK Podcast | Startup Funding | Episode 4

Raising funding is one of the most crucial stages of starting a business. Many entrepreneurs across Africa and the rest of the world have been catapulted to greater heights of success because of great funding. However, not every entrepreneur needs funding at the beginning stage of the business. Tune into this week’s episode of #TheGJKPodcast as we discuss the question posed by one of the Fresh Thinking Community member; “Do You Really Need Investors To Start Your Business?”

Do Big Businesses Really Want To Partner With You? The GJK Podcast | Shared Value | Episode 3

Shared Value is increasingly becoming the buzzword as companies are building their ESG models to impact the communities they operate in. As such, many small businesses that continue to face the bigger opportunity in all these find themselves getting rejected by many of these big organizations. The question is; what are they doing wrong, and is there something they can understand about 'Shared Value' that can increase their chances of signing more collaborations, partnerships, contracts, and MoU(s). Catch Goitsemang J. Khutsafalo on this week's episode of the GJK Podcast as he unpacks this issue on #TheGJKPodcast. #SharedValue #esg #viral #partnership #future