A Smart Way to Build a Business from Scratch
Has it ever occurred to you that sometimes we fail, not because we don’t work hard, but because we don’t work smart? When your efforts to build a business aren’t…
How to Overcome Self-Doubt and Gain Confidence as a Creator
Do you ever question your abilities and wonder if you even deserve to get paid for what you do? This feeling is incredibly common, especially for people starting out in…
The Key Messages You Should Always Get Across to Your Audience
Content creation is at the heart of being a creator. Whether you are building a blog, running a social media page, or creating videos, your ultimate goal should be to…
What Types of Funding Are Available for Startups?
Turning a brilliant idea into a successful startup requires more than just creativity or a stroke of genius. It demands a combination of innovation, perseverance, strategic thinking—and, perhaps most importantly,…
Sell your knowledge not your time
In traditional careers, we are usually rewarded for the hours we put in. Your salary depends on how long you work, and even promotions are tied to time and effort.…
The correct way to sell your product online
There were times when I felt like giving up entirely. I even told people close to me, “Dai chaive bepa, ndakachibvarura kare kare.” (If it were a piece of paper,…
5 Ways I Use Online Tools to Run my Creative Business (and how you can too)
It was 2019 when I first sat across from a shy little boy at my dining table in Harare. He had just returned from Italy and needed help keeping up…
5 Lessons I Learned About Turning What You Love Into Something Valuable
When I started ZimbOriginal back in 2016, I had no plans of turning it into a business. I simply wanted to write about the things I loved — Zimbabwean customs,…
Navigating 2025’s Choppy Waters: How Entrepreneurs Can Prepare
f there’s one thing 2025 promises, it’s uncertainty. Markets, policies, and global events are changing at lightning speed—and even events happening far away can directly affect your business here at…