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  HAS YOUR BUSINESS STOPPED GROWING?   Are you at a time in your business when it feels like you have hit a ceiling?   Some businesses grow up to a certain level and then just stop. In such circumstances, you may notice that your sales are not increasing; no matter how hard you try.   This often doesn’t mean there is something wrong with your business; you just need to think differently.   Economists and marketing experts like to call it ‘market saturation’, a term which means that the demand and potential customers for your products or services may have reached their limits within your area.   So, how can you get out of this ugly situation?   What strategies can apply to break through the ceiling, double or triple your sales and grow your business again? For the rest of the post  Contact  +254758387013

   HOW TO MAKE DAILY CASH WITH INSTANT PHOTOGRAPHY IN NAIROBI CBD   In the heart of Nairobi’s busy streets, there’s a side hustle that’s earning smart creatives Ksh.2,000 to Ksh.5,000+ per day — and it’s not online work, forex, or betting. It’s something simple, old-school, and powerful: Instant Photography. If you have ever walked through Archives, Railways, or campus gates and seen a small setup with a camera, a banner, and a photographer snapping couple pics or graduation portraits — that’s it.   And guess what?   That small setup is printing daily money.  Why Instant Photography Works People love pictures. And in Nairobi, everyone wants a great pic for their profile, partner, or memory wall — but not everyone wants to book a studio.   That’s where you come in.   Whether it’s:    A graduate looking for a quick shoot   A couple out on a date   A job seeker needing a passport photo   ...

  2 LIFESTYLE TRAPS YOU MUST AVOID IF YOU WANT TO BECOME SUCCESSFUL IN LIFE   Have you ever paused for a moment and thought to yourself “I must be doing something wrong with my life, how come I don’t have a single profitable investment running under my name despite working diligently for all those years?” Yes, you have the zeal and willingness to invest…but somehow, things seem not to be going your way. Maybe you even have a job, with a steady monthly salary and you do your best to save something at the end of the month. But still somehow, you have not been making any meaningful progress. If you are in business, despite toiling and moiling all your life, you still can’t narrate any success stories worthy of a gossip blogger’s attention.   It’s a painful reality that most of us prefer to not to talk about. It yields a sense of hopelessness and can easily make you wonder what your purpose in life is.   As it turns out, making it in Kenya (or Africa) i...

LETS TALK ABOUT BIG GOALS   Sometimes back on a morning, i was thinking of some of my big goals and (just like you) I became overwhelmed.   “How can I possibly go through all these, to move from here, to there?” Just a few minutes after thinking, something came to my mind; Why worry about years to come?   Why worry about several months to come? Why even worrying about next month?   Decide on what you have to do now, today and tomorrow and be disciplined to do just that.   Do what you should do, daily, just daily, to move closer to your goals, and years to come will take care of itself.   This is an example. Let’s assume you are earning Ksh.50,000 per month now and you set a goal to be earning Ksh.1,000,000 per month a few years from now.   If you look at the distance between where you are and where you want to be, it will be overwhelming and seem impossible, then, you will be discouraged and give up.   Don’t!   I...

  IGNORANCE CAN LEAD TO SUCCESS How many people have you heard say one of these sentences? “I had this brilliant business idea, but someone discouraged me about it.” “I wish I had worked for myself and not stayed employed all my life.” Or even, “I have so many great ideas but other people’s views keep discouraging me.” There are many things that can stop someone from starting a business. But listening too much to other people`s views and over analyzing the idea are the worst two things that can keep you stuck at the starting line.   Have you ever asked yourself why many smart people are employees instead of entrepreneurs? Smart people are good at digesting complex matters and finding solutions to the most challenging problems in the world. However, when it comes to entrepreneurship many of them are perennial failures. So, how comes they don't they use their incredible brain power to their advantage? Smart people know all reasons why something won’t work. For ...

Car Prices Set to Rise in Kenya from July 2025: What Buyers Need to Know About the New KRA CRSP Update    17 June 2025 Starting July 1, 2025, Kenyan car buyers will experience a significant price hike in imported used vehicles, following the implementation of a new tax valuation system by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). The revised Current Retail Selling Price (CRSP) list—the first major update since 2019—is expected to increase import taxes on a wide range of vehicles. Whether you’re a potential buyer, dealer, or importer, it’s critical to understand how this change will affect vehicle costs and the broader Kenyan automotive market.  For the latest updates and expert tips on the car market, be sure to follow Automag Kenya—your go-to site for auto reviews, driver guides, and car news tailored to Kenyan roads. What is the CRSP and Why It Matters The Current Retail Selling Price (CRSP) is a reference price used by KRA to calculate the customs value of imported used motor...

  WITH WATERMELON FARMING IT TAKES 100 DAYS TO GROW KSH.40,000 TO KSH.400,000 We live in a beautiful country indeed. Our potential for agri-business is immense, our land is fertile and our people are hard workers.  Thanks to a fast growing demand for fresh grocery, demand for agricultural products such as watermelons has grown exponentially over the last few years.  Today I want to share some important tips about watermelon farming.  How To Grow Your Ksh.40,000 Into Ksh.400,000 In A 100 Days #1: Get the Seeds High quality seeds are available at  Kenya Seeds Company and Simlaw Seeds Company outlets. At the moment 500 grams of seeds is retailing at Ksh.12,500 and it can serve up to 1 acre. Keep in mind that because watermelon produce large vines, you need to leave a space of at least 1.5 metres between rows. This leafy crop should be grown away from any shade so that it receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight. #2: Choose the Right Variety The variety of water...

  THE KIWI FRUIT FARMING BUSINESS IDEA THAT MIGHT MAKE YOU CONSIDER EARLY RETIREMENT There are very few markets where demand exceeds supply. One such market is for Kiwi fruits which, despite being a relatively new idea in Kenya, has taken the market by storm.  There are very few farmers who have gotten wind of its valued benefits and you can take advantage of this loophole to make a timely investment. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to go about it. Step 1: Acquire or Lease a Piece Of Land Kiwi vines grow well in areas with adequate rainfall and well drained soil. Think about areas that are neither too wet nor too dry and preferably with red soil which tends to be well drained (unlike black cotton soil). For example Uasin Gishu, Nakuru, Western Kenya, some parts of Kajiado, warmer parts of Central and Nairobi areas.  You can start out on a 1/8 th piece of land which can be leased at Ksh.5,000 per year or bought for Ksh.500,000. Preparing the land will cost you an extra...

  CAN SNAIL FARMING IN KENYA MAKE YOU RICH? Are you looking for an alternative profitable agriculture business idea in Kenya? In this article, we will explore snail farming in Kenya. Heliciculture or snail farming, is the process of raising edible land snails, primarily for human consumption or cosmetic use.  The meat and snail eggs can be consumed as escargot and as a type of caviar respectively.  Their Mucus, or the snail slime, has medical properties and is widely used in cosmetics. Wangui Waweru has been breeding and farming snails since 2018, starting with 37 snails. This number has grown over the years. Her first encounter with snails was when she was on a business trip in Uganda, buying clothes to sell back home. As fate would have it, she met the person who introduced her to snails. On a bus to Kenya, Wangui was sitting next to a Cameroonian man.  As they chatted, the man offered to share his meal with her and she accepted. Once they had finished eating, the ...

  THE OLD-SCHOOL SAVING HACK THAT STILL WORKS There is this saver our fore fathers invented. They usually build it with wood, metal or clay soil. Everywhere will be covered, except a little opening you can use to pass money inside. You may get one of these local banks and start dropping some extra cash inside. At the end of a year when you open this “bank”, you may be surprised at how much you have saved. You don’t need a high-tech app, a fancy investment platform, or a financial advisor to start saving. Sometimes, the old-school method is the most effective — especially when it’s simple and discipline-based. 🪙 The Local “Bank” — Also Known As: Piggy Bank Kibuyu ya Akiba Clay Pot Bank Wooden or Metal Box Bank It’s a traditional savings tool that worked for generations — and guess what? It still works. Because it removes temptation. 🛠 How It Works: A sealed container (no opening except a small slot). You can put money in easily. You cannot take money out without breaking or unlock...

DESPITE WORKING HARD AND MAKING MONEY, BLACK TAX WILL MAKE YOU POOR AT 50YRS OLD IF YOU ARE NOT CAREFUL Have you ever paused for a moment and thought to yourself “I must be doing something wrong with my life, how come I don’t have a single profitable investment running under my name despite working diligently for all those years?” Yes, you have the zeal and willingness to invest…but somehow, things seem not to be going your way.  Maybe you even have a job, with a steady monthly salary and you do your best to save something at the end of the month. But still somehow, you have not been making any meaningful progress. If you are in business, despite toiling and moiling all your life, you still can’t narrate any success stories worthy of a gossip blogger’s attention.  It’s a painful reality that most of us prefer to not to talk about. It yields a sense of hopelessness and can easily make you wonder what your purpose in life is. As it turns out, making it in Kenya (or Africa) is no...

 HOW TO ACHIEVE YOUR BIG GOALS Sometimes back on a morning, i was thinking of some of my big goals and (just like you) I became overwhelmed. “How can I possibly go through all these, to move from here, to there?” Just a few minutes after thinking, something came to my mind; Why worry about years to come?  Why worry about several months to come? Why even worrying about next month? Decide on what you have to do now, today and tomorrow and be disciplined to do just that. Do what you should do, daily, just daily, to move closer to your goals, and years to come will take care of itself. This is an example. Let’s assume you are earning Ksh.50,000 per month now and you set a goal to be earning Ksh.1,000,000 per month a few years from now. If you look at the distance between where you are and where you want to be, it will be overwhelming and seem impossible, then, you will be discouraged and give up. Don’t! Instead, ask yourself, what can I do today, tomorrow, next-week? What are thos...