The SB Blog

IDEAS, THINKING & LESSONS FROM THE WORK.

Short, practical reads on strategy, brand, digital, events and creative work — written from real projects, not theory.

Web Design in Pretoria: 7 Things to Look for Before You Hire Anyone

Choosing a web designer in Pretoria? Here's how to tell a website that sells from one that just sits there — and the questions worth asking first.

6 October 2026 · 6 min read

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Digital & Web

How Much Does a Website Cost in South Africa? What Really Drives the Price

Website quotes in South Africa can range wildly. Here's what you're actually paying for, and how to budget sensibly for a site that earns its keep.

3 October 2026 · 5 min read

Professional Services

How to Start a Business in South Africa: A Practical First-Year Checklist

From your idea to your first paying customers — a clear, step-by-step guide to starting a business in South Africa without wasting money on the wrong things.

29 September 2026 · 7 min read

Strategy & Brand

How to Write a Marketing Plan That You'll Actually Use

Most marketing plans end up in a drawer. Here's a simple one-page approach for South African businesses that turns goals into weekly action.

25 September 2026 · 5 min read

Strategy & Brand

Brand Identity vs. Logo: Why Your Business Needs More Than a Nice Mark

A logo is one piece of your brand identity — not the whole thing. Here's what a complete brand identity includes and why it makes marketing easier.

18 September 2026 · 4 min read

Creative & Content

Why Professional Photography Is the Best Marketing Investment You'll Make

From your website to your LinkedIn profile, great photos change how people see your business. Here's how to plan a business photoshoot in Pretoria that's worth it.

15 September 2026 · 5 min read

Strategy & Brand

Why Strategy Always Comes Before Design

A beautiful brand built on a fuzzy idea is just expensive decoration. Here's why the thinking has to come first — and what happens when it doesn't.

22 September 2026 · 4 min read

Digital & Web

Your Website Is Not a Brochure. It's Your Hardest-Working Employee.

Most business websites sit online doing very little. Here's what a website should actually be doing for you — and how to tell if yours is earning its keep.

8 September 2026 · 5 min read

Events & Experiences

What Makes an Event Worth Remembering

Anyone can book a venue and order catering. The events people talk about afterwards are built on something else entirely.

25 August 2026 · 4 min read