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Starting or buying a new business is an exciting time. Big or small, if you're starting a business for the first time it can seem like there's a lot to learn and do. Here's an introduction to the things to think about and the resources and help available to develop your idea or business plan, and get your start-up running.
Do you have a good idea for a new business? Setting up and building a business from the ground up can be an exciting and rewarding thing to do. It can also be a lot of hard work. The better prepared you are for the realities of starting a business, the greater chance you have of being successful. This covers the things to think about before you get started.
Your business plan is an outline of your business operation and your goals. It sets the general direction for your business and details how you plan to achieve your business targets. This is information and resources to help you develop a business plan.
Limited liability company, partnership, sole trader? There are many different ways to structure your business. What type of structure you choose depends on your individual situation and your business. This is an introduction to different business structures.
Setting up a business in New Zealand is straightforward but when you're doing it for the first time, many of the decisions and steps will be new and unfamiliar. There's a lot to think about, like the structure or name of your business and what equipment, resources and money you'll need to get things up and running. This is an introduction to setting up a business in New Zealand.
Buying an established business or franchise can be a good way to embark on a new business venture. Investing in a proven business model or an existing business with established customers and cash flow, offers some advantages to starting a business from scratch. Your business advisers can assist you to negotiate a fair purchase price or franchise agreement and assess the potential of your business. This is an introduction to buying a business.
Many successful Kiwi businesses started at home and it's estimated that there are more than 200,000 home-based businesses in New Zealand. For some, to work from home is a stepping-stone to creating a bigger business. For others it's a lifestyle choice. This is information and help for people starting or running a business from home.
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