First on-demand, business consulting SMME platform to hit South Africa
Startwise brings one of the first virtual, on-demand business consulting platforms to South Africa. Aimed exclusively at SMME’s in South Africa, it allows business owners to connect with industry leading experts to navigate their way through any business challenge.
SMME business owners can download the Startwise App via Google Play or iStore and instantly connect with experts in the field they need assistance with. From Marketing and Sales, to HR, Payroll, Tax, Legal and general business coaching, you can get the right advice from people with over 10 years’ experience in that field.
Meet Velly Bosega
Launched by Velly Bosega, entrepreneur himself and owner of Adclick Africa, SME South Africa and Serv marketplace, Velly soon realised the importance of having affordable expert guidance when running an SMME in South Africa.
“Despite the many challenges and learning curves from starting up companies or taking a chance on opportunities, I built a seven-figure turnover company. I know the struggles of any SMME in South Africa because I have been through it. You have an idea and launch yourself into it. You don’t realise the importance of having key measurements in place to obtain your goal. Sometimes you don’t have a set goal written down with the steps you need to take to obtain it. Or knowing the risks of hiring and growing too quickly.” Says Velly.
His journey could have been quicker, with fewer and less costly mistakes, if he had a network of experts around him for affordable advice.
How Startwise works
If you have over 10 years’ experience in your field of expertise and would like to consult to SMME business owners in your own time, join Startwise here. You will be vetted by our panel and your profile will go live! The platform allows you to set your own hourly consultation rate and your own working hours. It facilitates all consultations through video, audio ad chat features and all payments are handled through a secure 3rd party provider. Visit this page for your FAQ’s. Click here for a tutorial on getting started.
Startwise for SMME business owners
By using the right Apps for your business needs, you can make your life simpler, easier, more convenient and save time. The Startwise network of experts will help navigate the complexities of running an SMME in South Africa. They are all 100% vetted and qualified to provide the support you need to grow your business.
Here’s how to sign up to Startwise:
- Download the Startwise App from iStore or Google Playstore and create your profile.
- Find your business expert – Browse through the categories to suit your industry and business needs. Select the expert you would like to connect with.
- Request a call – Instantly connect with South Africa’s leading business experts through the Startwise chat or video/audio call in-App functionality.
- Pay after your session – First connect with your expert and enjoy your business consultation. Then make your payment through the easy-to-use, secure platform.
Startwise provides an online communication platform where SMME owners can connect with industry experts, taking their business to the next level and stimulating the South African economy once again.
Boiler plate: Startwise
Startwise was conceptualised in 2020 by successful and multiple business owner, Velly Bosega. A true entrepreneur at heart, Velly identified the need for expert guidance to be provided to SMME’s in South Africa to stimulate the economy. He believes in the power of knowledge sharing and business networking, especially through cutting edge technology.
In today’s fast-moving and rapidly-evolving world, the need for expertise in the SMME sector is imperative. We are sitting with a plethora of industry experts who have successfully contributed towards and created highly successful businesses. It’s time to connect!
Velly Bosega started his own media buying agency, Adclick Africa, in 2013 which within a few short years evolved to a full-house digital marketing performance agency based in Johannesburg. It was the first agency to introduce a mobile demand-side platform (DSP) in Africa in 2013 to create profitable mobile campaigns.
It’s clear Velly has a passion for SMME’s, growth and embracing the diverse entrepreneurial spirit of South Africans. He knows the struggles of starting and growing your SMME and the power of leveraging business networks.
