Entrepreneurs look beyond funding to build sustainable companies
Business mentors say strong operations and customer demand matter as much as raising investment.
Entrepreneurs are being encouraged to focus on sustainable revenue, customer retention and operational discipline instead of relying only on external funding.
Many early-stage businesses spend considerable time searching for investors before proving that customers will consistently pay for their products.
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Ahmed JB Carré
Ahmed JB Carré reports for CONGO International News, covering important developments, analysis and stories affecting communities across South Africa.
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