"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."
-St Augustine
Tsoka dzedu dzatsika.
From Domboshava to America.
Moyo musande kwazvo waYesu mutiitiro tsitsi. 🙏
HOW TO START A BUSINESS ON A SHOESTRING BUDGET.
In the past 5 years, I have registered hundreds of companies for entrepreneurs across different industries; mining, agriculture, ICT, energy, retail, logistics, financial services, commodity broking just to name a few.
Now and
In the village where I grew up, we don’t use words such as cousin brother, we do not qualify, mukoma wangu ndimukoma wangu, period. Even when I refer to my brother’s child, I don’t say he is my nephew, I say he is my son. Keep your grammar, I will stick to what I learnt kumusha.
How to start a business on shoe string budget in ZW 🇿🇼
1) Register a PBC not a P/L Co.
2) Use hubs if you can’t afford office rent.
3) Use social media to promote your business ,don’t be ashamed.
4) Network. Network. Network.
5) If you are in services, do service exchanges.
You can have excuses or results.
As an adult, you are 100% responsible for your life.
If you are really desperate $10 is enough to start a business. I was talking with someone who is a school leaver and is trying to get some income. So I asked him. "What is stopping you?" and
“After climbing a great hill, one finds that there are many more hills to climb”.
-Nelson Mandela
Sahwira. I have good news to share with you. I was selected for The Mandela Washington Fellowship, a flagship program of Young African Leaders Initiatives (YALI) courtesy of U S
Hello, my name is Simba Nyamadzawo. I do company registration. My WhatsApp number is +263772571342. Please Retweet my client might be on your timeline.
Vakanga vakagara paside pangu muChicken Inn. I could not help it but hear what they had to say nekuti vaitaurisa. I assume they are friends.
"Sha-a, muchinda uya uya haana kaThat and he was not moved at all, he did not show appreciation apa funga effort yese iya yatakaisa
Handizive kuti why we have schools that pride themselves as "English Speaking Environment Only.”
20 years ago at Chishawasha Mission we had this nun who prescribed a Z$1 fine for speaking in Shona, Ini ndakagara ndazviramba. I never paid a single cent and ndaigara ndichitaura
How to start a business on shoe string budget in ZW 🇿🇼
1) Register a PBC not a P/L Co.
2) Use Co Working space not own office.
3) Use social media to promote your business don’t be ashamed.
4) Network. Network. Network.
5) If you are in services, do service exchanges. SN
Seven years ago, My good friend, Dr. Tariro Manyanga sent me this. Read it, it will blow your mind.
An army barracks had four soldiers guarding a concrete slab in front of the barracks at all times.
Different commanders came and went but the tradition remained; the soldiers
VaVowles have showed us another side of diplomats. The way he is using the power of social media to connect with Zimbos and appreciate part of our way of life is superb. His Shona is impressive ungati vakatombogara kwedu kwaChinamhora kuDomboshava.
Chasara kukanyirwa mahewu.
I hate the term black tax, it undermines how communal we are as a people. It’s my duty to cater for those who come after me and more so for those who sacrificed for me to be where I am today.
The goal is to be physically fit. Nothing more. Nothing less. A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. I am not yet there asi I am glad that I have made progress.
-I subscribed to gym
-I engaged a coach
-I reduced sugar, coke, cerevita, KFC, Nandos, Pizza,
@antomukuwa
Life is short. Family is everything. There is no better place than home.
You need as much contact time as possible with the people you love and care for.
If you put your kid through boarding school it means 75 % of the time they will be away at school.
25 % at home , of that
Death, where is your shame?
We laid my mother -Mai Wadzanai to rest this afternoon next to my sister Wadzani under the wings of savanna trees at Nyamadzawo Homestead, located at at the foot of Chengenga hill in Domboshava.
I don’t know about the land and times beyond death but
I was given an award of one of the outstanding young CEOs, an accolade which was also conferred to other barrier breakers in our generation such as Dr Rinos Mautsa, Samuelle Dimairho & Jerry More Nyazungu.
I dedicate this award to my mother -Mai Wadzanai. 🙏
The baobab has fallen.
I have received the news that my maternal grandmother, the matriarch and centenarian -Mbuya Nancy has passed away in Chikomba.
She was the doyen. An embodiment of love, kindness and gentleness.
I will treasure the moments we shared and the memories we
Hake uyo akatsungarara. What an honor to be recognized on the same list with distinguished luminaries and some of the foremost thought-leaders in our generation. Praise the LORD. I keep moving.
Anyone who can relate?
In the village where I grew up, we don’t use words such as cousin and half brother. Mukoma wangu mukoma wangu. No need to qualify.
I was having lunch inside Eastgate Market and on my way back to work I came across a young gentleman by the name Munya who manufactures and sell genuine leather products.
I am impressed by his workmanship and the broad range of quality products he makes.
I am placing my order
I hate the term black tax, it undermines how communal we are as a people. It’s my duty to cater for those who come after me and more so for those who sacrificed for me to be where I am today. I wouldn’t label my responsibilities as tax.
Hake uyo akatsungarara.
I wake up to this. I have been spotlighted by Sunday Mail as the young entrepreneur of the week. So encouraging.
@SundayMailZim
Zviuya zviri mberi.
Nokia CEO ended his speech saying this “we didn’t do anything wrong, but somehow, we lost”.
During the press conference to announce NOKIA being acquired by Microsoft, Nokia CEO ended his speech saying this “we didn’t do anything wrong, but somehow, we lost”.
Upon saying that,
When I was growing up in Domboshava, it never crossed my mind that one day I will write a book. Today my books are touching and inspiring thousands of people across nations.
I was glad when a friend sent me the picture below holding my books in America.
You don’t have to be
@daddyhope
Mupfuyiwa it is normal labor practice to take days off from work.
In every country on the face of earth there are people who worship their “God”, religion is not exclusive to Africa.
Are you saying if we stop going to church our fortunes will turn around for the better?
With my kith and kin. Family comes first.
I am reminded of a quote by Chinua Achebe.
“A man who calls his kinsmen to a feast does not do so to save them from starving. They all have food in their own homes. When we gather together in the moonlit village ground it is not
Your worship
@JMafume
the shop license fees for
@cohsunshinecity
are exorbitant. What’s your take on that and can they be reviewed downwards.
Alternatively could you break them down to allow quarterly payments.
Tinzweiwo Mambo.
This other day I was doing my devotionals at sunrise and I was reminded of a discussion I had with my friends some time ago about nyaya yeMutupo.
They were against nyaya yemutupo hanzi tava Chisikwa chitsva Muna Kristo. Ini aaah. Ko kana wava chisikwa chitsva ko why didn’t you
1) You don't need an office to be in business, you need business to be in office.
2) Do business with people who do business with you.
3) Do not finance long term projects with short term finance.
4) Your suppliers are as important as your customers.
#FinanceZW
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The legendary book store and furniture shop -Treasure Trove which was situated opposite Herald House along Second Street has packed its bags and shut down. I am affected. I had a sentimental attachment to the place. I bought my bookshelf and a couple of books there.
I have won my third award as an author. Growing up in Domboshava crossing three rivers to get to school at Pote Primary School I never thought I would write a book but today my books are inspiring thousands of readers across nations.
I dedicate this award to my mother.
#Gumiguru
The consultancy work we are doing with my team at Gumiguru of assisting hundreds of entrepreneurs in registering and marketing their companies has won us an award of Top Business Consultant at the National Iconic Entrepreneurs Awards.
#Gumiguru
When I was growing up in Domboshava, the elders taught me to greet others ndikasvika panzvimbo zvisinei kuti tinozivana kana hatizivane.
I still do that wherever I go. The cold shoulders and stare I get from some of the people scare me. I miss the humanity and ubuntuism we had in
In 2003 the Headmaster asked me to make a presentation at school assembly. It was an impromptu speech. I stammered and everyone laughed at me including Form 1 girls, that incident pushed me to join Public Speaking. Nowadays I am being paid to speak.Turn your lemon into lemonade.
Sahwira
1) Be the first to say Hello
2) Treat others with kindness
3) Show gratitude
4) Compliment others
5) A smile is more attractive than make up
6) Excuse yourself when you pick up the phone
7) Invest your time, don’t spend it.
Do not ask for permission to do things you are passionate about. Just do it.
When I started speaking critics told me to reconsider my options nekuti ndaikakama and I sometimes do involuntary pauses when I speak. I ignored them.
I am fully aware that I am not an eloquent speaker
I have a word for someone.
The LORD will drop ideas in your spirit so that you can see the opportunities around you. Open your heart and act on them. 🙏
Growing up in Domboshava. It never crossed my mind that one day I will write a book.
Today my books are touching and inspiring thousands of readers.
I don’t know what tomorrow holds but I know who holds it.
Zviuya zviri mberi. 🙏
The great orators, add more to the list.
Martin Luther King
Robert Gabriel Mugabe
Barack Obama (
@BarackObama
)
Les Brown
Nelson Chamisa (
@nelsonchamisa
)
Professor Patrick Lumumba
John F. Kennedy
Julius Malema (
@Julius_S_Malema
)
I made the prayer below for you.
Thank you LORD for taking us this far. Grant us wisdom & courage to navigate and prevail in the second half of 2019.
Give strength to those who are about to give up on their dreams and aspirations. May your face continue to shine on us. Amen.
When I was growing up in Domboshava, it never crossed my mind that one day I will write a book.
Below is a picture of a friend with my books in America.
You don’t have to be great to start but you have to start to be great. Don’t give up.
#EMERGE
Here is a good candidate for your board, both private and public companies. Even parastatals as well.
His name is Chad Mhako. Check him out and appoint him.
@ChadMhako
Never give up on your dream.
Tough times will come. You will reach a brick wall and face obstacles. You will lose steam. Don't stop. Find inspiration.
When my sister -Wadzanai succumbed to breast cancer I was affected on so many levels. It is one of those times I felt like
1) Wisdom first
2) Do unto others as you would like them to do unto you
3) Close doors gently
4) Pay attention to detail, small things are the big things
5) Use your kindness to touch others
6) To him who is given much, even much more is required
7) Be an inspiration. SN
#Emerge
This was my first bank account, ndakaivhurirwa naMai Wadzanai. She also got me a red book and I still have that account.
POSB haina swag zvayo asi ineStability.
LORD bless all my friends and everyone reading this. Drop ideas, insight & foresight in their spirits. Anoint & appoint them for innovation, inspiration and impact.I pray that they become solution bearers. Amen.
Usafananidze nguwo nedzaTarubva
We were having a discussions on the sidelines of a training session I did for pastors in Harare when I realised kuti chimwe chinhu chinodzorera vanhu kumashure kufananidza nguwo dzako nedzaTarubva.
It is important in life not to compare your
There is a price to pay for greatness. The price is:
1. Dilligence
2. Consistence
3. Focus
4. Separation
5. Pressure
6. Personal & Professional Development
7. Character
8. Mentorship
9. Positive Attitude & Emotional Intelligence
10. Early rises and late to bed. SN
#Emerge
Growing up in Domboshava. It never crossed my mind that one day I will write a book.
Today my books are touching and inspiring thousands of readers.
I don’t know what tomorrow holds but I know who holds it.
Zviuya zviri mberi. 🙏
Genius Kadungure (1984-2020)
Three years ago on this day was a sad day for Showbiz. We wake up to the sad new that Genius together with other 3 individuals had perished in a car crash along Borrowdale Road at sunrise.
Genius Kadungure popularly known as Ginimbi by his legion of
One of the central themes in my English novel -TATENDA is that "The most successful person is not necessarily he who has climbed the highest mountain but he who has come out of the deepest valley.”
Never give up on your dream.
#Emerge
It was an honor being visited by Lovemore Banda. The legendary sports broadcaster and first black Headboy of Mutare Boys High School bought 3 titles of my books. 👊
I want to show my appreciation to the Mhako brothers, they have an excellent work ethic premised on dillegence. Let’s show them some love.
-Chad Mhako
-Plot Mhako
-Lomedy Mhako
-Roned Mhako
Today I celebrate my birthday. It is a day to celebrate, reflect and re-calibrate.
I am indebted to God, my family and all the people who have touched my life.
If my sister Wadzanai was here ,she could have sang a song from the Methodist Hymn book.
REDUCE YOUR MESSAGE TO THE LEVEL OF YOUR AUDIENCE
Most speakers lose it the moment they want to sound intelligent and knowledgeable.
Let’s say you are a politician addressing a rally, don’t tell the electorate about the GDP, balance of payment and other big economics terms.
When I was growing up in Domboshava, it never crossed my mind that one day I will write a book.
Below is a picture of a friend with my books in America.
You don’t have to be great to start but you have to start to be great. Don’t give up Sahwira.
#Gumiguru
When I was growing up in Domboshava, the elders taught me to greet others ndikasvika panzvimbo zvisinei kuti tinozivana kana hatizivane.
I still do that wherever I go. The cold shoulders and stare I get from some of the people are uncalled for. I miss the humanity and ubuntuism
@JHodera
@OKZimbabwe
I am not asking the largest supermarket chain to sell groceries at sub optimal prices.
The gist of my inquiry is on transparency. If it’s true that when you buy using ZWL they multiply the rate on the chart with a different USD price, I am asking kuti why can’t they display both
This year kana wafunga kuita mari zvakuda kurongeka nezvivindi, If it means creating multiple streams of income let it be, wakanzwa parikunzi parikudiwa zvipikiri if you know where to source them , chingoisawo mark up yako oendesa invoice, zvikanzi pane parikuda kukorobwa rwizi
The mindset of the proprietor vs the mindset of an unmotivated personnel.
I got into this shop 10 minutes before closing time.
“Tavhara!” shouted the lady behind the counter.
“What time do you close?” I asked.
“Tatovhara.” She answered.
At that point I knew she is not the
When I grew up in Domboshava, tichigeza kurukova, it never crossed my mind that one day I will write a book. Today my books are touching & inspiring thousands of readers across nations.
You don’t have to be great to start but you have to start to be great. Don’t give up.
How to survive the economic crisis in Zimbabwe 🇿🇼
1. Develop multiple streams of income
2. Work with a budget
3. Be humble this is not the time to show off.
4. Don’t buy something because it is cheap, buy because it is necessary.
5. Don’t leave your savings in bank. SN
If someone lends you money , when you pay it back remember to add 2% and the transfer charges s/he incurredwhen it was sent to you. Vazhinji tinokanganwa.
Acres of diamond.
I bought my first book this month at Innov8 Bookshop. It was not part of my budget. I will have to skip lunch for 3 days. For $10 don’t you think it is a wise investment?
10 years ago I read the excerpts of the book. It is reported that the author -Dr Cornwell