Emily Heaslip

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About Emily

Emily is a versatile freelance copywriter who writes for brands and agencies in tech, finance, and fashion. She is currently based in Cape Town and spends her free time running around Table Mountain.

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How to Find a Manufacturing Partner Overseas

It can be a challenge to vet manufacturing partners from a distance, but there are plenty of tools to help you find the right factory for your business.

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What Is Lean Product Development?

By planning ahead and minimizing waste, you can create products that customers need without overspending.

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How to Start a Kickstarter Campaign

Kicking off a Kickstarter? Start by setting realistic expectations and building a community to support your idea.

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What Is a Product Market Grid?

A product market grid, or Ansoff Matrix, allows small business owners to visualize how their business can grow next.

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How to Choose a Third-Party IT Provider for Small Business

Finding a managed service provider to help with your small business IT is worth the investment.

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When Should You Outsource IT? Here's What to Consider

Not sure whether or not to outsource your IT? Ask yourself these three questions.

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What to Know About Second Chance Hiring

There’s a massive pool of untapped talent that small businesses can benefit from using second chance hiring. Here’s how to do it.

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How to Create a Prototype

Prototypes can be used to test a new idea, recruit investors or get customer feedback before launching to a wider market.

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What Is a Business Valuation and How Do You Calculate It?

There are multiple ways to find the economic value of your business, with different calculations that can be used for different purposes.

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How to Estimate How Much Inventory You Need

Getting your inventory levels right is a tricky balance. Here are some ways to estimate how much inventory you need on hand without overstocking.