NEWS, MEET STRATEGY
Real news, real insights – for small businesses who want to understand what’s happening and why it matters.
HubSpot Just Gave Small Teams a Huge Edge with Its New ChatGPT Integration
HubSpot and ChatGPT just teamed up, bringing advanced CRM research to small businesses. Learn how this connector can fuel your marketing, sales, and support. ...more
News ,Strategic Marketing Digital Marketing Marketing News &Small Business Growth
June 27, 2025•2 min read
WhatsApp’s July Pricing Overhaul—New Per-Template Fees, Free Utility Replies, Volume Discounts
WhatsApp shifts to per-template pricing on 1 July 2025. See the new rates, free replies, and volume tiers—plus cost-saving tactics for small firms. ...more
News ,Strategic Marketing Marketing News &Small Business Growth
June 24, 2025•3 min read
2025 SA SME Funding Report Exposes Big Gaps—Here’s How to Get Your Share
A new report shows South African micro-businesses are shut out of finance. Learn three funding-ready moves to beat the odds and grow. ...more
News ,Strategic Marketing Marketing News &Small Business Growth
June 23, 2025•4 min read
Small Businesses Are Being Targeted—Here’s What Cybersecurity Stats Say in 2025
43% of cyberattacks now target small businesses. These 2025 cybersecurity stats explain the risk—and how you can avoid becoming the next victim. ...more
News ,Strategic Marketing Marketing News &Small Business Growth
June 21, 2025•6 min read
Referral Marketing Stats 2025—Why Word-of-Mouth Now Crushes Ads
Impact.com’s 2025 data shows 86% trust recommendations vs 2% ads. See how to build a referral engine that actually moves the sales needle. ...more
News ,Strategic Marketing Content Marketing StoryBrand Marketing News &Small Business Growth
June 20, 2025•3 min read
Small Business Optimism Is Up—But the Fine Print Says “Not So Fast”
Small business optimism is up, but rising uncertainty may spoil the mood. Here's what the latest NFIB report means for your business. ...more
News ,Strategic Marketing Marketing News &Small Business Growth
June 18, 2025•3 min read
South Africa’s Business Activity Hits 4-Year High—What This Means for Growth-Focused Entrepreneurs
South Africa’s PMI shows the fastest growth in four years. Here's how to position your business for rising demand in 2025. ...more
News ,Strategic Marketing StoryBrand Marketing News &Small Business Growth
June 14, 2025•2 min read
Embedded Financing Boosts SMB Growth by Up to 50%—Here’s What It Means for You
New data from YouLend shows embedded financing boosts small business growth by up to 50%. Learn how to tap into this momentum. ...more
News ,Strategic Marketing Content Marketing Marketing News &Small Business Growth
June 13, 2025•2 min read
Small Business Ombud Nomination Blocked—What the 2025 Reversal Means for Entrepreneurs
After a flawed nomination process, the DA blocks the Ombud vote. Here's why this matters for small business trust and what comes next. ...more
News ,Strategic Marketing Marketing News &Small Business Growth
June 12, 2025•2 min read
Is your Marketing Message so confusing even your own mom doesn’t get it? Let's clarify your message—so everyone wants to work with you!
Created with clarity (and coffee)