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Welcome to Living Way's May Newsletter. This month we have a look at the training in entrepreneurship that we ran for six entrepreneurs. This is an exciting time in Living Way's history and we feel privileged to be a part of it. God bless and chat soon. Entrepreneur Development The week of 21st to 25 April saw the first group of Living Way entrepreneurs going through the Microplanner course from the South African Institute for Entrepreneurship. Entrepreneurs Vusi Simelane, Khumi Morare, Vuyani Bushula, Mfundiso Ngetu, Patience Booi and Washington Kanyama attended the training at King of Kings Baptist. The training is based on a business simulation game as a vehicle for learning business principles. This game was played in teams, with all having a chance to be manufacturers or retailers. Following each round of the game, reflective debriefing was held to bring learning experiences closer to home. Each round of the game became progressively more complicated as new principles and tools were learnt and incorporated into the game. By having a business simulation, the participants were able to experiment with new strategies and 'test' out new skills and tools in a safe environment. In this way, the training was both fun and challenging. The topics covered included: strategy, to market research, production techniques, pricing one's products, knowing ones' customers and competitors amongst many others. Each entrepreneur is at a different stage in their business life and was eager to learn these concepts to grow their business and make it more sustainable.
Many thanks to the South African Institute for Entrepreneurship (www.entrepreneurship.co.za) for both the material we used as well as the support they gave in our delivery of this course. The next steps for these entrepreneurs include weekly support meetings to examine and refine how these principles are being implemented within their businesses as well as being paired with an experienced business mentor. This is an exciting time in Living Way's history as we get to observe how these business owners grow from strength to strength. How you can be involved - Become a business mentor As we have trained our first round of entrepreneurs, so we are looking for God-focused businesspeople who could give of their time to grow and develop new business owners. Your expertise, experience and heart will go far in the development and sustainability of community based small businesses.- Network You may know of people that could assist in what Living Way is doing. If you feel that you could introduce colleagues, friends or associates who could contribute towards our programmes, please feel free to contact us.- Volunteer Come join the Living Way family! There are so many ways that you can use your God-given talents and gifts. Regardless of your schedule, experience or even country, you can be part of the work we are doing.Points of prayer
Let us touch the dying, the poor, the lonely and the unwanted according to the graces we have received and let us not be ashamed or slow to do the humble work. Mother Teresa |
Therefore: we pledge to persuade all clients and staff to be devoted followers of Christ and to keep the unity of the Holy Spirit
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