SnapTips
Learn all about the SnapScan merchant offering, as well as useful tips to take your business to the next level.
Unlocking potential: AI’s role in business
How you and your business can benefit from AI
How you and your business can benefit from AI
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6 tips for the perfect email marketing strategy
Up your email game and increase your ROI
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6 ways SnapLinks can help you process online payments faster
Both you and your customers will love this convenient payment solution.
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5 Business Owners Share How They Survive The Winter Season
Drink in their advice to warm up your frosty sales
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A nifty guide for choosing your next business tool
Use this handy checklist when comparing digital tools
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Love Actually: How Passion Fuelled These Businesses’ Growth
Passion is the motivating force that drives these businesses forward.
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5 reasons to use Shopstar to build your online store in South Africa
Easily create and manage your online store with this eCommerce platform.
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5 Business Lessons We Learned From These Holiday Movies
Get inspired while embracing the festive season.
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6 ways to improve the efficiency of your online store
Use these plugins to automate some of your processes.
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11 mobile tools that will streamline your business operations
Boost your productivity no matter where you’re working from
![A customer tapping to pay on the SnapStore Pro card machine](https://blog.snapscan.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Header_Image-100-768x433.jpg)
Everything you need to know about the SnapScan card machine
Add a little snappiness to your business with this all-in-one device.
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5 reasons why your online store needs our WooCommerce Payment Gateway
Streamline your online payment process with our nifty plugin.
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Sisterhood of success: 5 practical tips for aspiring business owners
Maximise your business potential with these proven tips!
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How to set up the WooCommerce SnapScan Payment Gateway
Follow these instructions to set up your SnapScan Payment Gateway in a snap!
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How To Choose The Best Card Machine For Your Business
Equip your business with the tools it needs to succeed.
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14 things to consider when buying a POS system for your business
Level up your business tools to improve your customer service.
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11 online business ideas for budding entrepreneurs
Become your own boss when you start one of these online businesses.
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8 great blogging tips for small business owners
Use this advice to gain your audience’s trust and turn them into customers.
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How to market your business using Facebook and WhatsApp
A step-by-step guide on how to use these popular platforms to reach potential customers.
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How to get funding for your small business
Learn what types of funding are available and where to apply.
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An essential guide to online marketing for small businesses
Get noticed by customers online with these useful tools.
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6 factors you should consider when starting a business
Use these tips to turn your idea into an operating business.
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6 ways SnapScan can help your business collect payments
Get paid in a snap with our range of payment solutions.
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Good advice: 6 tips for aspiring small business owners
Learn the lessons these entrepreneurs picked up while running their businesses.
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4 easy ways to have authentic interactions with your customers
Authentic interactions are crucial to building a solid rapport with customers.
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9 money management tips to keep your small business afloat
Tackling your finances doesn’t have to be a daunting experience.
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16 (mostly) free online tools that’ll help you grow your small business
Use these nifty tools to drive your business forward.
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4 easy-to-use ecommerce platforms you can use to build your online store
Find a platform that suits the needs of your small business.
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8 things you should consider when creating an online store
Creating an online store doesn't have to be an overwhelming experience.
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A guide on invoicing for small businesses
Find a solution that suits your small business needs
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10 tips to increase donations from online campaigns
Use social media to spread awareness about your organisation.
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10 side hustle ideas you can turn into a small business
Use your skills to help you earn some extra income
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How to use Instagram to sell your products
Capitalise on Instagram’s reach to sell your products to a larger audience.
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How to build rapport through active listening
It’s important for people to feel heard and understood.
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Payment Links: making remote payments quick and easy
If there’s one thing your customers won’t say no to, it’s convenience.
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8 communication tips for success in sales
Effective communication is a key component in securing sales and building rapport.
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How we make Shopify work for our online shop
Use Shopify and SnapScan for easy online payments.
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4 tips to easily optimise your online store
Is the cart becoming the new Wishlist?
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How to build rapport with your customers to increase sales
How can you connect with customers, build their trust, and increase sales?
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In good company: deciding how to structure your business
Is a sole proprietorship or company best for you?