As you plan one of the areas you may need to review is the networks that you are part of. Do they provide you with reliable and timely information for decision making? Do your existing networks provide well researched information that you can use in decision making? Do they provide trends and future predictions?
One of the areas that will give you a competitive advantage in 2017 is access to quality Business Information. For me one of my best networks is the British Council Library network. I have access to top quality business journals, books and other business resources.
Every month the British Council hosts leading Zimbabwean Academics both local and from the Diaspora. These leading Academics present topics on different issues such as Economic Predictions, SME Challenges, review of Economic Policies, Business operations etc. The presentations are hosted at Miekles Hotel every month end. A great networking opportunity to anyone who would like to improve their business knowledge in Zimbabwe.
My 2016 subscription was pegged at $50 and this allowed me access to the library, books and the monthly networking event.
This membership is definitely value for money and we encourage members to inquire about joining. The library is situated along Cork Road in Belgravia (opposite the South Africa Embassy)
