
Do Business Better
By Mapemond Brand Consulting
These podcasts are adapted from our radio show 'Business Advantage' on Garden City Radio 89.9FM. Our goal is to consistently share knowledge that empowers African ventures to do business better. Mapemond is a consulting firm focused on brand development with complementary business development services.

SACHET IT
SACHET IT
Do Business BetterAug 25, 2022
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37:24

SACHET IT
SACHET IT
In this episode anchored by Faustina, Maple shares practical insights on how businesses can continue to make sales even when consumers are experiencing lesser purchasing power due to economic hardship.
Aug 25, 202237:24

BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS
BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS
In this episode anchored by Faustina, Maple shared tips that every serious-minded business person or aspiring entrepreneur should consider in other to build a sustainable business.
Aug 22, 202234:16

PRICING AND NEGOTIATION
PRICING AND NEGOTIATION
Pricing and Negotiation is one of the major challenges business owners encounter in doing business every day. In this conversation, Maple and Faustina highlighted key insights on how business owners should fix their prices and how to negotiate based on the value/work they are offering.
Aug 11, 202233:52

PLANNING
PLANNING
In this episode anchored by Faustina, Maple shared insight on the importance of planning from two critical angles - "Business and Ideas" and also explained why individuals particularly business owners should take planning seriously.
Jul 30, 202232:10

THE NEED FOR TRAINING
THE NEED FOR TRAINING
In this episode anchored by Faustina, Maple had a conversation on "the need for training" from the perspective of the business owner and that of the employee/partners.
Jul 24, 202224:19

MARKETING YOUR BUSINESS
MARKETING YOUR BUSINESS
In this episode anchored by Faustina, Maple shared points on how every business owner can make money through the proper marketing mechanism for their business.
Jul 19, 202236:27

BUILDING A WINING TEAM
BUILDING A WINING TEAM
In this episode anchored by Faustina, Maple shared great tips on how organizations and business owners can build a winning team via attracting great talents for brand growth and development.
Jul 12, 202224:07

GETTING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
GETTING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
In this episode anchored by Faustina, Maple shared tips on "why" and "how" business owners could get recommendations for their business.
Jul 09, 202234:50

FOLLOW UP YOUR LEADS
FOLLOW UP YOUR LEADS
In this episode anchored by Faustina, Maple talked about how business owners can handle one difficult aspect of selling which is "following up on leads".
Jul 06, 202234:29

EFFECTIVE BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS
EFFECTIVE BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS
In this episode anchored by Faustina, Maple shared an interesting story that led to an insightful conversation on how business owners can effectively manage business communications in both public relations and corporate communications.
Jul 03, 202220:26

DEALING WITH DEBT
DEALING WITH DEBT
In this episode anchored by Faustina, Maple talked about how business owners can manage debt - those you are owing and those owing you.
Jun 30, 202231:20

CUSTOMER RETENTION STRATEGY Part Three
CUSTOMER RETENTION STRATEGY Part Three
Bringing this series to an end, Maple and Faustina concluded the conversation on customer retention strategies and shared the remaining tips on how business owners can retain their customers.
Jun 26, 202232:60

CUSTOMER RETENTION STRATEGY Part Two
CUSTOMER RETENTION STRATEGY Part Two
In this episode, Maple and Faustina continued with the conversation on customer retention strategies and tips on how business owners can retain their customers.
Jun 19, 202234:39

CUSTOMER RETENTION STRATEGY Part One
CUSTOMER RETENTION STRATEGY Part One
In this episode anchored by Faustina, Maple shared three vital reasons why customer retention is important and proceeded further to state some tips on how business owners can retain their customers.
Jun 16, 202233:41

CARVING A NICHE
CARVING A NICHE
In the quest to do business better, entrepreneurs are faced with a lot of decisions and challenges that they may or may not have control over. In this episode anchored by Faustina, Mapel provides very practical guidelines on how entrepreneurs can navigate these challenges by carving a niche for their business.
Jun 11, 202236:37

BUSINESS MINDSET
BUSINESS MINDSET
In this episode anchored by Faustina, Maple talks about the right business mindset that every entrepreneur should have in order to achieve premium results.
Jun 07, 202228:54

BUSINESS IDEATION
BUSINESS IDEATION
In this episode anchored by Faustina, Maple talked about the "what" and "why" to consider before deciding what business to start.
Jun 04, 202233:09

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Using the functionality and efficiency of a car as an illustration, Maple and Horilia gave insights into the dynamics and mechanism of business administration.
May 30, 202230:11

UNDERSTANDING THE BASICS OF INVESTING
UNDERSTANDING THE BASICS OF INVESTING
In this episode anchored by Horilia, Maple shared useful tips on understanding the basics of investing and how to become a smart investor.
May 29, 202238:17

BRANDING YOUR EMPLOYEES
BRANDING YOUR EMPLOYEES
In this episode of "Do Business Better" anchored by Faustina, Maple shed useful light on how to make employees true ambassadors of their company's brand.
May 25, 202227:47

PERCEPTION MATTERS
PERCEPTION MATTERS
In this episode anchored by Faustina, Maple gave critical insights into the importance of creating, presenting, and maintaining the best version of our business.
May 23, 202236:15

TEACH THEM YOUNG
TEACH THEM YOUNG
In this episode, anchored by Horilia, Maple dived into the nitty-gritty of teaching young people to earn and manage their own money.
May 21, 202237:08

SELL YOUR PRICE
SELL YOUR PRICE
In this episode, Maple alongside Faustina explored different strategic ways on how business owners can sell at the right prices to customers.
May 18, 202235:42

KEEP SELLING
KEEP SELLING
In this episode anchored by Faustina, Maple highlighted tips on how business owners can keep selling until their desired customers finally decide to buy from them.
May 16, 202224:18

AFFILIATE MARKETING
AFFILIATE MARKETING
On this episode of "Do Business Better" anchored by Horila, Mr. Maple shared an intriguing story on how business and non-business owners can earn extra income through affiliate marketing.
May 15, 202229:06

FOLLOW THE MONEY TRAIL
FOLLOW THE MONEY TRAIL
In this episode anchored by Faustina, Maple talks on how we can make the most of our ideas and efforts to ensure a continuous flow of money.
May 11, 202235:48

BRAND VISIBILITY
BRAND VISIBILITY
In this episode, Maple and Faustina's conversation centered around how to penetrate the market and leverage visibility. Maple shared tips on how to gain more visibility that will convert into sales.
May 09, 202239:36

THE BATTLE FOR FINANCIAL SUCCESS
THE BATTLE FOR FINANCIAL SUCCESS
Anchored by Horrilia, Maple takes a deep dive into the dynamics of finding financial success - the role of privilege, the obstacles, grit, and more.
May 07, 202238:15

MILK YOUR COW Part Two
MILK YOUR COW Part Two
In this episode, Maple and Faustina conclude the conversation on the role privileges and leverage play in our quest for success. Maple explains that everyone has privilege but only a few are aware to harness it.
Oct 18, 202133:24

MILK YOUR COW Part One
MILK YOUR COW Part One
What have cows got to do with opportunities and success? Maple alongside Horrilia explores the interplay between privileges and leverage in the quest for success.
Sep 27, 202126:57

REPLICATING YOURSELF IN BUSINESS
REPLICATING YOURSELF IN BUSINESS
In this episode, Maple and Faustina discuss an issue that gives most entrepreneurs serious concern - how to keep business running effectively whether they are present or not. If you are keen on growing a sustainable brand that can operate multiple branches across cities and survive decades without depending on you, then you will find this conversation very valuable. Lastly, listen to find out how the story of a moi-moi maker at Bakana Island relates to replicating yourself in business!
Sep 22, 202130:06