It is one thing to come up with ideas, but another to make sure they turn into profitable businesses. For instance, an idea's viability depends on how you bring it to fruition and market it.
At www.helensface.com there are several guidelines on how to get a successful Internet business off the ground. The following selection of tips the site offers, also applies to other types of business:

• Use an idea only if you know a lot about the subject or are motivated enough to become an expert in that field. The idea should harness your existing talents. Don't, for instance, decide to write scripts for movies if cooking is your great love. Do something you feel passionate about.
• Make sure there is a sustainable need for your product or service. Get to know your market and your competitors. Many plans have failed because innovators failed to identify their competitors.
• Spend time writing a viability study. This will help you compile a business plan. If you have misgivings, try something else.
  It's better to spend six months researching a specific area than pumping all of your savings impulsively into a new enterprise that can't work.

So how exactly do you grow a viable and sustainable business? Seda Business Grow has the same programmes Seda Business Build. However, at this stage of development, the focus is different. The programmes are designed to help you with;

Business Assessment and Diagnostic Tools:

• Conduct an in-depth assessment of your business’ needs for sustained growth
• Provide customised solutions with direct access to Seda’s network of service providers

Business Management:

• Improve your Business Management Skills

Management Systems / Technology:

• Receive technical support such as ISO Accreditation Product Improvement, Market Penetration and Tender Support from Seda branches

Trade point Programme:

• Exporters receive support with global marketing