‘The first rule of business – There must be more coming in than going out’ aims to demystify good business practices for prospective entrepreneurs.
By Sboniso Dlamini. Original Article Here
Ballito businessman and award-winning photographer Tim Driman is preparing to add a new title to his name – published author.
Driman is awaiting final print approval of his business handbook, The First Rule of Business – There Must Be More Coming In Than Going Out, which is expected to launch later this month. It will be available in hard copy, e-book and Kindle formats through platforms including Amazon and Takealot.
After leaving college early, Driman built a successful logistics company from the ground up. The handbook draws on more than 25 years of experience in the freight and transport sector.
“I was never given anything by anyone,” he said.
“If you work for excellence, not money, everything falls into place.”
What began six years ago as loose chapters saved on his computer slowly developed into a structured guide on entrepreneurship and mentorship. Driman describes the writing journey as deeply personal.
“It was cathartic. It helped me see patterns in my own life, especially my pioneering nature,” he said.
Driman experienced challenges at a young boy, including losing sight in one eye after a pellet-gun accident at the age of six. Growing up in Westville, he says he learnt independence at a young age. He also credits his nanny from Nongoma for teaching him respect, honesty and integrity – principles that still guide his business and personal decisions.
Mentorship remains central to his work. As one of the first mentors in the iLembe Chamber of Commerce’s The Entrepreneur Programme, he has supported many young business owners.
After securing his financial future, Driman focused on his lifelong passion for photography. Together with his wife, Yvonne, he has photographed Africa’s wildlife since the 1990s. His image Down the Hatch won first place in the Wildlife category at the Africa Photo Awards in 2021.
He is also working on an autobiography reflecting on his life from the 1950s to the 1990s.
For more information, contact Driman at [email protected].