The Jackal’s Den

Want to support small business but you’re broke? Here’s how to do it without smashing your piggy bank

By now you must have seen a million (ok maybe more like a hundred) Facebook groups for Entrepreneurs, Instagrammers, influencers, bloggers, mommers and a truck load of other cliques, and you’re thinking, what’s the POINT? Are communities worth it, and how should you...

Life is hard! Ok, now that we agree on that point, we can talk about the fact that most people experience some form of burnout somewhere in life. What is it and what can you do to avoid it?We previously shared our ideas to overcome creative block but what if your...

Sometimes you sit down at your desk armed with a cup of coffee and then you realise that you’re just not getting any mountains moved today! If you’re working an office job at some corporate firm, there’s probably a ton of small tasks that are equally uninspired and in...

If you’ve stumbled upon this blog, you are most likely a creative entrepreneur or small-business owner. Between us creatives we can admit that we think differently than other people. That different way of thinking plays a huge part in the greatness we bring to our...

The algorithm update doesn't have to be your enemyThe algorithm changes Instagram introduced mid-2018 has been a topic of much debate in the social media community and although most people are not loving the changes, Instagram is firm on their stance- they want to...

Want to know why your Instagram looks like it has been hacked? Being on top of your social game like the savvy business woman you are, you’ve probably noticed that your Instagram feed went a little haywire on you! The culprit? Instagram’s algorithm… Gone are the days...

Being the face of your brand doesn't have to mean a boring wardrobe The business world is built on brand and reputation, and while your gorgeous logo will certainly attract attention on social media, your own presentability will give potential clients an idea of how...

You're a brand... deal with itYour personal brand communicates how serious you are about your business.Branding is a powerful tool in the business owner’s toolbox and if you’re brand game is strong, people will easily recognise aspects of your brand like the logo,...

Work and play: here’s how to do both when you’re the boss!The reality of being your own boss is rarely as glamorous as we imagine and with the perks of setting your own hours, you’ll also get to deal with the pitfalls, including having to manage your own work schedule...