A Christian Resource for Microenterprise Development
Development Resources
We hope these resources will really help you to develop your understanding of business and of the type of enterprise you are interested to start or extend:
How to run a successful business of high integrity which is the best basis for long term growth
We are not a funding agency, although we are helping a number of new enterprises with the potential to become models
A vital part of how you work and what you sell - sadly, many people tend not to worry much about health or safety - until something goes badly wrong! A serious problem or incident can close your business
Every trader or business has to know its market and to have a clear plan to get its products or services successfully into that market
Information being brought together on a wide range of microenterprise concepts appropriate for starting from a home or farm base, in a very disadvantaged community
This is one way to start a business - by buying a franchise so your get detailed information and help. Aid for Trade may set up an ethical microfranchise scheme but initially is developing a portfolio of successful models which will be accessible without cost
This is another area which is vitally important for the success and growth of your business - ignore it at your peril!
All business owners should know what quality - which by definition means ‘fit for purpose’ and also know how they will ensure conformance to quality in everything you sell.
It is very important that all business owners, or those helping other to start, understand the basics of ‘start up planning’ and effective management, which this modular programme provides
