The online classifieds industry is one of the fastest growing industries in South Africa, and consumer buying behaviour has changed significantly in the last two years.
Michael Walker, head of marketing at Gumtree, provides the following insights for small businesses that sell online.
1. Optimise what you’re selling, and where you sell
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It’s one of the most searched for skincare phrases online, “Is my skin dry or dehydrated?”, and for good reason too, especially with the extremely cold temperatures we’ve been experiencing this winter. “While we tend to use the terms dry skin and dehydrated skin interchangeably, they’re actually distinctly different from one another,” explains Clere skincare…
Winter has set in and with it the bitter cold. If you haven’t done so already it is time to make sure that not only you’re prepared but your pets are too. Dr Guy Fyvie, Hill’s Pet Nutrition’s veterinary advisor, says the colder weather can affect pets suffering from arthritis, plus it can result in…
Ever scrolled through the #shelfie hashtag on Instagram? If you are the type that craves impeccably neat and organised bathroom cabinets that are literally bursting at the seam with products for every skin concern – then this hashtag is for you. But...is this reality and do we need an abundance of products to have good…
Spikes in unemployment due to the Covid-19 pandemic have been experienced around the globe, and South Africa is no exception. It can be easy to disengage from the reality of joblessness, until you receive your final pay cheque and say goodbye to work colleagues. Only then can you understand the feelings of shock and fear…
South Africans are officially in the third wave of the Covid-19 pandemic, and it has become abundantly clear that there are neither easy fixes to the virus, nor to the financial fallout experienced by many individuals, households and businesses.
JustMoney, a trusted online source of information and advice on money matters, has revealed initial findings…
Beauty is a billion-dollar industry and for good reason. It is not only about looking your best, but also about building your confidence, taking care of your skin and keeping healthy. When it comes to skincare, the golden rules are to cleanse, use relevant treatment products, moisturise and apply sunscreen daily. However, your skin type,…
Are you still looking for a salon professional hair product to accentuate your luscious wavy, curly and coily hair? One that is free from sulphates, silicones, parabens, waxes and mineral oils? One that helps you get the most out of your curls, coils and waves, while nourishing and moisturising your hair?
Then IntrinsiCurly Me is the perfect solution to…
We all know how great daily exercise is for your overall fitness and wellbeing. With advantages like better health and a stronger body, the benefits speak for themselves. Not only does exercise stimulate the production and release of dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin, which can assist in bettering your mood and reducing feelings of stress, anxiety…
By Greta Goosen, Head of Customer Experience at MiWay Insurance
Winter's arrival heralds a distinct change of pace, as many South Africans opt to hunker down at home for the colder months, deterred by the chillier temperatures that characterise the upcoming months. But while pool parties, braais and sundowners might be off the menu for…