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Aphiwe Tafeni

Tools Of Trade 

Award-winning entrepreneur and business development specialist, Aphiwe Tafeni, divulges the practical tools and trade secrets needed to grow a small business.

About This Recipe

 

Leaning on years of experience working with SMMEs and entrepreneurs across multiple industries, Aphiwe guides business owners on how to build scalable and opportunity-ready businesses. She breaks down the practical steps needed to access funding, tools of trade, corporate buyers and enterprise development programmes. Through clear, real-world insights, she helps entrepreneurs avoid common mistakes that block growth, while teaching them how to position themselves for funding, partnerships and market access. Her approach equips small business owners to move from survival mode to sustainable growth by connecting them to the right systems, opportunities and networks.

What You'll Learn

 

  • Find out what tools of trade are.
  • Understand which tools of trade you need.
  • Gain access to helpful trade tools.
  • Learn to have your documentation ready.
  • Overcome funding struggles.
  • Develop a business that funders invest in.
  • Gain access to pricey assets.
  • Connect with corporate buyers.
  • Collaborate wisely.
  • Fast-track your business development.

Is This Recipe For You?

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Who Is Our Heavy Chef?

Aphiwe Tafeni is a South African entrepreneur, communications specialist, and the founder of Olem Business Boutique, a 100% black female-owned integrated marketing agency, focused on digital strategy, communications, and SMME support. Recognised for her expertise in digital marketing and ICT, she is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur. Most notably, she was honoured with the 2025 Innovator Trust Pinnacle Award and serves as the National Deputy Chairperson of the BMF Young Professionals. She focuses on SMME empowerment and youth development.

 

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