Tag Archives: Entrepreneurship

New GIBS Article: A Legacy of Brokering Entrepreneurial Tendencies: A Case Study By Mollie Painter, Daniel Hjorth and Gideon Pogrund

Abstract This paper explores how entrepreneurial legacies can have broader social impact beyond the identity of founders, the organization that they created, or their own philanthropic activity. Thus, we illustrate how, in the South African context, social entrepreneuring may be understood as the values-driven, relational brokering of societal legacies amongst a variety of entrepreneurs. At […]
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New Study Reveals Motherhood’s Toll On Women Entrepreneurs (Forbes)

Women are less likely than men to start new businesses, and when they do, their businesses are less likely to thrive. New research points to a major factor driving this disparity: childbirth. The study reveals that becoming a mother significantly reduces the likelihood of women starting a business. For those already running companies, motherhood leads to declines in profits […]
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Explore our Faculty’s latest research reports at Gordon Institute of Business science :Township Entrepreneurial ecosystem: The Entrepreneurs’ lived experience. By Prof Anastacia Mamabolo and Matshepo Koape

The Township Entrepreneurial Ecosystem research reportpresents an in-depth exploration of the lived experiencesof entrepreneurs operating within South Africa’s townshipeconomies. This research, conducted by the Gordon Instituteof Business Science (GIBS) Entrepreneurship DevelopmentAcademy at the University of Pretoria, with funding supportfrom the Walmart Foundation, aims to illuminate the uniquechallenges and opportunities faced by these entrepreneurs. Asan entrepreneurial […]
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Embracing mindfulness in leadership in the age of AI and corporate complexity(Forbes)

In the fast-paced, high-stakes environment of the corporate world, leaders are often required to make decisions that can significantly impact their organizations. With the advent of artificial intelligence (AI) and other advanced technologies, the capacity for analytical thinking and problem-solving has reached unprecedented heights. Yet, despite these advancements, the human element—marked by emotions, biases and […]
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Trailblazers Of Tech: 6 Women Leaders Shaping The Future (Forbes)

According to the WomenTech Network research, only one-third of American employees in STEM companies are women. Less than 10 percent of women hold positions like CIO, CTO, or IT manager, or serve as technical team leaders. These six women are shattering the glass ceiling: Kate Hancock, Jillian Godsil, Lisa Loud, Maria Cho, Lee Lin Liew, and […]
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How will the new competition laws impact business?(Bizcommunity)

Before leaving his ministerial position, the outgoing Minister of Competition, Trade and Industry, Ebrahim Patel (the Minister), published two important regulations (one of which is in draft form). These regulations, relevant to all sectors of the economy, relate to commercial dealings amongst small businesses and agreements between suppliers, customers, and distributors. Click here to read […]
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Why African Entrepreneurs Embrace Business Education (Forbes)

Entrepreneurs are the lifeblood of economic progress, with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) making up 90% of all businesses. These SMEs are more than just companies; they are the engines of job creation, contributing “up to 40% of national income (GDP) in emerging economies.” However, a closer look reveals a gap. Many of these enterprises begin their […]
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NEW GIBS Case study:YES: leading a Youth Employment Service towards increasing impact by Thunusha Pillay and Caren Scheepers.

Case summary Learning outcomes The learning outcomes for this case study are as follows: learning outcome 1: evaluate the environmental context of Youth Employment Service (YES) and ascertain whether YES is a social enterprise. Students will provide an analysis of what is happening around the business, and why addressing youth unemployment is an urgent matter […]
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Top tech trends and predictions for small businesses in 2024(ITNA)

The pace of technological change is accelerating, reshaping every aspect of our lives, work, and leisure. Xero’s Future Focus research reveals that small businesses, despite facing challenges, remain optimistic about emerging technologies. However, a need for more education and resources to navigate this rapidly changing world is evident. As small business owners aim to leverage […]
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Absa launches bespoke offering for youth and women-owned businesses (BT)

Amidst efforts to empower youth and women to start and grow their businesses and create jobs, Absa has just launched a unique banking solution, specifically designed with these business-owners in mind. Respectively called Absa Emerging Entrepreneur and Absa Business She Thrives, the solution offers a monthly fee waiver for six months on a new Business Evolve account, free access […]
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