Three tools to help your business thrive
Use these simple tools to help you set your business up for success.
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Create your climate action plan
The Climate Action Toolbox makes it easy to measure your carbon footprint and identify the most relevant action to help your business cut emissions.
Intellectual property case study: Miromoda
When two business people wanted to promote Māori fashion, they knew they had to protect their intellectual property from the outset. Find out how they did it.
Family business planning over summer
The summer holidays offer a good opportunity to get together and discuss the future of your family business.
What's your money motivation?
What drives you to make money? Being clear about why you want to make money will help you put the right plans and processes in place to hit your goals.
Getting paid: Invoicing tips for prompt payments
The sooner an invoice is paid, the better. Here’s how to make sure you get what you are owed.
Managing your working capital
Getting your head around key numbers, like your working capital, can help you spot risks and know when you’re in a financial position to jump on an opportunity.
Negotiation tips when hiring
Think beyond money to find the best candidate. Flexibility, personal development and culture can be huge draws.
Make your next hire a new graduate
Graduates compete for good jobs, and employers compete for good candidates. It helps to understand their needs and what they’re looking for in a job.
Trade marks: Do you own your brand?
If you haven’t taken steps to protect your name, slogan or logo, they may not be yours. Check them now with a free online tool.
Giving back as a business mentor
If you’ve got experience in business, there are others out there who want to learn from you.
Mentor, coach or advisor?
Finding the right support for you and your business can make a big difference. We outline the options so you can make the right decision.
Sole traders: Benefits of having a New Zealand Business Number
If you’re a sole trader, get your NZBN now to show your business is credible and to share your details easily.
How a flexible workforce helps your business
Having a flexible workforce has benefits both for employees, and for your business. Here’s why these arrangements make good business sense.
Hobby or business?
You sell the odd hand-knitted scarf to friends, or maybe you sell your knitwear every week at local markets. Is this a hobby, or a business?
Company, sole trader or partnership? What should your business be?
Three quick questions and you’re on your way to choosing your business structure.
New Zealand Business Performance Panel launched
This week Small Business Minister Stuart Nash launched the New Zealand Business Performance Panel, a resource to help Kiwis improve their management practices.
Sole traders: Got your NZBN?
The New Zealand Business Number (NZBN) is a globally unique identifier, available to all Kiwi businesses, including sole traders.
What it takes to franchise your business
Setting up a franchise can be time-consuming and costly – but the benefits can make it worthwhile. We look at what it takes to set up a successful franchise.
KiwiSaver: Opt in and dial up your savings
If you think KiwiSaver isn’t for you because you’re self-employed, you’re probably missing out on thousands of dollars in government contributions.